Posted on November 14 2019
Our Metallic Markers are now available in six different colors, just in time to create and decorate for the holidays! Our Nothing Else Metals and Ice Ice Blue Metallic markers were used to create this shimmering hand letter design. There is snow place like home!
Posted on November 13 2019
These pinecone turkeys are a fun and easy way to teach simple tracing, cutting and gluing skills, while discussing the importance of Thanksgiving – it’s so much more than mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie (although those are yummy and important too.)
Posted on November 12 2019
These Bullet Journal cooking doodles have me dreaming of Thanksgiving and all of the delicious food! Before you can eat, you need to cook! Here, I've shown you 6 different cooking doodles to get yourself in the spirit of the season.
Posted on November 11 2019
Let's talk about Bullet Journal bunting! Fun fact, I didn't know that the little cute flags hung up as a garland were referred to as bunting until I worked for Martha Stewart Crafts, BUT, I LOVE THEM! Faber-Castell USA's lovely collection of Pitt Artist Pens are the perfect tools to personalize these for yourself!
Posted on November 06 2019
Thanksgiving decoration inspiration! Faber-Castell’s 20 Minute Studio Marbling Art for Beginners is the PERFECT thing for this Thanksgiving centerpiece.
Posted on November 05 2019
There is more to draw for Thanksgiving, than turkeys! All month long we see the final stages of the fall slipping into the winter, and the beautiful autumn colors are everywhere in nature. Here are 5 nature doodle tutorials to add to your journals this month!
Posted on November 04 2019
Art therapy combines active art-making, the creative process and applied psychological theory within a psychotherapeutic relationship. There are a multitude of ways to communicate, and especially when we are struggling, facing a challenge or even a health crisis, our own words or language may fail us. During these times, an art therapist can help clients express themselves in ways beyond words or language.
Posted on November 02 2019
On November 2, it will be 20 years since Creativity for Kids joined Faber-Castell. Some of you were part of that momentous change and others, who have come on board later, have heard the exciting story.
Posted on November 01 2019
December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month. In the spirit of safe toys and gift-giving, it’s important to educate ourselves on safe shopping. We at Faber-Castell USA have an extensive procedure to ensure the safety of our Faber-Castell and Creativity for Kids branded products, but the same cannot be said for counterfeit products. Follow these 5 tips for safe shopping for kids to learn how to classify counterfeit and keep your children safe.
Posted on November 01 2019
This Paper Plate Pumpkin Pie craft is the perfect activity and decoration for your Thanksgiving feast! Season’s Eatings… I mean Greetings! But seriously, what’s better than this time of year full of family, food, and food-themed crafts.
Posted on October 31 2019
Create spooky Halloween watercolor art to use as a greeting card this season! All you need is Goldfaber Aqua Watercolor Pencils, Pitt Artist Pens, and an eye for some spooky art.
Posted on October 30 2019
Grab your Gelatos and learn how to easily create gorgeous notecards and designs with stencils and just four easy steps.
Posted on October 30 2019
Today we'll be using Metallic Blueberry and Raspberry Gelatos, and black Pitt Artist Pens® in brush and medium sizes. We have some watercolor paper and a sandwich bag, and that's all you'll need to create a watercolor background!
Posted on October 29 2019
Fountain pens are a classic writing staple, but truly understanding their unique qualities or how to properly use one can be confusing. In today’s modern world, much of human communication is digitized. Despite this constant evolution in the way we humans communicate, these unique qualities of fountain pens have withstood the test of time.
Posted on October 28 2019
Hello again, you creative genius! Today, I'm here to talk about one of my favorite things in the world - handwriting! I try to do penmanship drills once every few months - for the practice, but also... for the fun! Yes... I was that girl in school who re-wrote her notes when she got home, how did you know?
Posted on October 22 2019
This Thanksgiving craft uses watercolor markers and hand lettering as a fun way to show your gratefulness. Tis the season to be grateful…although it doesn’t hurt to be grateful year round!
Posted on October 22 2019
There are endless doodle possibilities when it comes to holidays, so we have put together 5 new doodles to try just in time for Halloween! These scary extras make the perfect addition to your planners, journals, sketchbooks, or crafts! Recreate these doodles in just 4 easy steps.
Posted on October 21 2019
Hi everyone, Mou Saha here with a sketch journal page using Creative Studio Goldfaber Watercolor Pencils and a Pitt Artist Pen®. My part of New Jersey is particularly beautiful in autumn where every turn of the road opens up a new colorful vista. There are farms, orchards, parks where I can go and draw peacefully. Here is a page from my sketch journal.
