Lauren from Lark Rising Embroidery demonstrates how a padded satin stitch gives dimensionality to clouds in her landscape embroideries. This video originally appeared live October 24, 2019. 

Ashley Nickels stops by the studio to celebrate the release of her new book and demonstrates a free-motion quilting technique on coasters. This video originally appeared live in October.

Learn a technique for making continuous bias tape with home decor expert Michelle Muska. This video originally appeared live October 10, 2019.

See how Courtney uses simple image transfers to decorate spooktacular glass votives. This video originally appeared live October 3, 2019.

It's a baby boom at Creativebug! Join our three expecting staffers as they use stamps and fabric inks to make custom baby onesies. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live September 26, 2019.

Use a skip stitch rotary blade and fingering weight yarn to add a decorative edge - and a personal touch - to a flannel blanket. This video originally appeared live on September 9, 2019.

Get a sneak peek of e bond's upcoming mapmaking class as she makes maps out of scrap and collage paper. This video originally appeared live September 12, 2019.

Use a sewing machine and confetti to make these fun (and mailable!) postcards. This video originally appeared live September 5, 2019.

See how salt can be applied to watercolor for interesting effects. This video originally appeared live August, 23, 2019.

Kristy Rice demonstrates her signature technique of combining real flowers with watercolor to create gorgeous temporary pictures. This video originally appeared live August 15, 2019. 

Courtney demonstrates how to give this kid's craft a timeless twist. This class originally aired live on August 8, 2019.

Art journaler Mou Saha demonstrates how to use watercolor paint and permanant inks to make a lovely illustrated spread. This video originally appeared live July 25, 2019.

Lisa Solomon teams up with Courtney for some painterly, stitchy fun. This video originally appeared live July 18, 2019.

Make this simple-yet-sturdy book structure using either paper or fabric. This video originally appeared live July 11, 2019. Find more of Faith's classes, including the ones she mentions in this class here.

Make these oilcloth placemats using a few simple tricks and tools. This video originally appeared on Facebook July 4, 2019.

Our friend artist Dawline-Jane demonstrates how to use children's clay to make botanical monoprints. This video originally appeared live June 27, 2019.

Join Lisa Solomon as she uses colorful thread and basic findings to make simple tassle jewelry. This video originally appeared live June 20, 2019.

Arounna from bookhou demonstrates a punch needle technique from her newest book. This video originally appeared live June 13, 2019. Please be advised that the giveaway is now closed.

Artist and friend-of-the-family Lindsay Stripling stops by the studio to demonstrate how to use water soluble pastel crayons with this fun exercise. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live June 6, 2019.

Printmaker Katharine Watson stops by the studio to demonstrate how to carve and print a personalized monogram. 

In celebration of Creativebug's birthday, Courtney demonstrates simple watercolor techniques ideal for a quick celebratory card. This video originally appeared live May 16, 2019.

Use Jacquard powdered dyes and ice to create beautiful, permanent patterns on fabric. This video originally appeared live May 9, 2019.

No sew? No problem! Faith shows you how to whip up these quick and easy totes in next to no time. This video originally appeared Live May 2, 2019.

Use tube or stick watercolor and small tins to make a custom travel palette. This video originally appeared live April 25, 2019.

Katia from Luckyjuju demonstrates how to use muslin and fabric markers to make adorable banners. This video originally appeared live April 18, 2019. 

Watch Courtney and Faith make a variety of marbled eggs using food-safe dyes and olive oil. This video originally appeared live March 11, 2019.

Friend-of-the-family and sketchbook afficionado E Bond joins Faith as they discuss their love for The 100 Day Project, an Instagram-based artistic commitment. This video originally appeared live April 4, 2018.

Visit the official website for The 100 Day Project. To see more of E Bond's work, visit her website or her Instagram.

Anne Weil stops by the studio to demonstrate how to make a functional trivet using cotton sash cord. This video originally appeared live March 28, 2019. Please be advised that this giveaway is now closed.

See what's in store for the month of March with Courtney and Liana. This video originally appeared live March 7, 2019. 

Faith wraps up a month of the Altered Books Daily Challenge with a few more techniques. This video originally appeared live February 28, 2019.

Use thick cotton rope and colorful yarn to make a vintage-inspired wall piece for brightening up any room. This video originally appeared live February 21, 2019.

Courtney and Danielle Krysa aka Jealous Curator makes Valentine’s Day cards using her signature collage style.

Since Jennifer Mercede and Pam Garrison are in the studio filming a 30 day Collaborative Art class, we thought we’d put their skills to the test by setting a timer. When the two minutes are up, they must switch canvases, and arty mayhem ensues. This video originally appeared live January 21, 2019.

Use a blend of body butters plus beeswax to make a lotion bar that melts with the heat of your skin. We used one part each mango butter, shea butter, and beeswax to make these bars. This video originally appeared live January 24, 2019

Use a simple knotting technique, cotton yarn and a surprise tool to make these decorative, vintage-inspired feathers. This video originally appeared live January 17, 2019.

Use Sculpey Souffle clay to make an adorable and festive topper for your store bought cakes. This video originally appeared live January 10, 2019.

Liana and Courtney give a sneak peek of all the new classes we have coming up in the month of January. This video originally appeared live January 3, 2019.

Make these simple paper buildings in multiple to create an adorable tiny village. This video originally appeared live December 13, 2018.

Use natural materials to make permanent impressions on fabric. This video originally appeared live December 11, 2018.

Learn how to fold a rectangular paper box using decorative paper. This video originally appeared live December 6, 2018.

Take a look at all the fun and festive classes we have in store for you in the coming month. This video originally appeared live December 4, 2018.

Marly Bird stops by the studio to show some of her favorite projects made using Red Heart's Colorscape yarn. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live November 27, 2018.

Courtney uses decorative paper, punches, and a sewing machine to make festive holiday decor. This is a recording of a Facebook Live event held November 20, 2018.

Erika Lee Sears joins Courtney to paint Thanksgiving place holders using oil paints. This video originally appeared live November 15, 2018.

Use Sculpy brand Souffle clay and simple jewelry tools to craft earrings from trendy “terrazzo.” This video originally appeared live November 13, 2018.

Watch how you can use stamping and die-cuts to make cards for all seasons. This video originally appeared live November 8, 2018.

Courtney demos the newest palettes from Prima Watercolor Paints. This is a recording of a Facebook Live event held on November 6, 2018 and the giveaway is now closed.

Get a sneak peek for what’s in store on Creativebug plus treasures from Courtney’s travels. This video originally appeared live November 1, 2018.

Beth and Lucy from Wool And The Gang chat about what they’ve been filming with us this week. This video originally appeared live October 30, 2018.

Add some flair to your autumnal table with simply-stitched velvet gourds. This video originally appeared live October 4, 2018.

Watch Faith use black and white greasepaint to make a simple spooky look for Halloween. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live October 18, 2018. 

Guest artist Kenya Miles stops by the studio to demonstrate her natural dye bleaching technique. This video originally appeared live October 15, 2018.

Courtney and Carolyn paint abstract flowers using gouache, watercolor and ink. This video originally appeared live October 11, 2018.

Artist and educator Cleo shows us her new book - The Opposite is Also True: A Journal of Creative Wisdom. Please be advised that this giveaway is now closed. This video originally appeared live October 9, 2018.

Amber and Liana talk about the new classes releasing in October and show you what they’re working on. This video originally appeared live October 4, 2018.

Sheri Lynne Wood stops by the studio to show us how she works spontaneously with scraps in quilting. This video originally appeared live September 27, 2018.

Marly Bird shows us the newest yarn from Red Heart and celebrates the launch of her new cardigan class. Please be advised that the giveaway for this class is now closed. This video originally appeared live September 25, 2018.

Make these scrappy and spooky dolls for your Halloween decor. This video originally appeared live September 20, 2018.

Make a no-knit hot water bottle cover using loopy yarn. This video originally appeared live September 18, 2018. Please be advised that the giveaway is now closed.

Learn two techniques for painting pine trees using Prima brand watercolor paints. This video originally appeared live September 13, 2018

Use a five-hole pamphlet stitch and decorative cording to make this single-signature leather journal. This video originally appeared live September 11, 2018

Use glittery pipe cleaners to make royal headgear for your most celebratory of occasions. This video originally appeared live August 30, 2018

Make a geometric air plant hanger using simple straws and strings. This video originally appeared live August 28, 2018

Learn about Red Heart’s new yarn, Amore, and learn about her essential plane projects. This video originally appeared live August 23, 2018

Stephanie from Happy Planner gives a sneak peek of some of their newest products. This video originally appeared live August 21, 2018

Faith and Courtney team up to give their own spins on the very versatile yarn banner. This video originally appeared live August 16, 2018

Watch Courtney and Lisa make fun and funky faces using acrylic inks. This video originally appeared live August 14, 2018

Designer and owner of Madalynne Intimates shows how easy it is to swap out your old bra straps for a simple update. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live August 9, 2018

See what’s in store for Creativebug in the month of August, plus see what the staffers have been working on. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live August 2, 2018

Courtney uses brown paper bags and Scotch Extra-Hold tape to make textbook covers. This video originally aired on Facebook Live July 31, 2018

Our friends from Get Messy make an Art Journal page featuring a favorite artist: Frida Kahlo. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live July 26, 2018. The image of Frida can be found in the PDF. 

Art Journal Experts Get Messy talk us through two pages using their favorite techniques. This video originally aired on Facebook Live July 24, 2018

Artist and agent Lilla Rogers talks with Courtney about artistic style, finding your own voice, and staying motivated. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live July 19, 2018.

Learn how to make a top-whorl drop spindle using CDs and materials you can find at the hardware store. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on July 17, 2018.

This 19th century toy creates a magical optical illusion with just cut paper, thread, and a hole punch. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on July 12, 2018.
 

Courtney and Liana tell you what the’re working on and what we have coming out the rest of the month. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on July 5, 2018.

Learn how to draw human skulls with Courtney and special guest David Tenorio. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 28, 2018.

This quick and simple technique produces delightfully surprising results. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 26, 2018.

Use hot glue or Elmer’s washable glue plus fabric paints and dyes to create batik-like effects on fabric. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 21, 2018.

Use variegated yarn and precise crochet stitching to make this thrilling visual effect. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 19, 2018.

Use fabric paints and hand-carved rubber stamps to make yardagae or print directly on pre-cut material for perfectly customized fabric.  This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 12, 2018.

Liana and Courtney show you everything we have in store for the month of June. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 7, 2018.

Artist Lisa Solomon demonstrates a quick way to make a colorful impact: using rainbow paper and straw to craft leis. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 5, 2018.

Learn some extra tips on how to layer iron-on vinyl with Amber from Damask Love. Check out her full class Cricut Crafts: Layering Iron-On Vinyl.This is a recording of a Facebook Live event held on May 31, 2018.

Planner addict Amber of Damask Love demos some tips and tricks she regularly uses in her personal planner. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on May 29, 2018.

Read Heart spokesperson Marly Bird demonstrates fun and easy crafts for kids using yarn. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on May 22, 2018.

Playing Big author Tara talks to Liana about silencing the inner critic. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on May 17, 2018.

Please be advised that the giveaway is now closed.

This folded paper technique makes a custom protective enclosure for your square books. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on May 15, 2018.

Expert teacher and student favorite Cal Patch answers questions about her life-long affair with sewing and wearing hand-made garments. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on May 10, 2018.

Our art director Katrina shares her daily practice of drawing a portrait of her pup, Ollie. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on May 8, 2018.

Use a variety of papers and paints to make a lovely image perfect for Mother’s Day gifting. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on May 4, 2018.

Guest artist Lisa Solomon demonstrates acrylic paint pouring using Liquitex pouring medium and a silicone additive. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on May 1, 2018.

Materials used are: Liquitex Pouring Medium; 8" x 8" wooden panels; dimethicone (Lisa uses OGX Coconut Milk Anti-Breakage Serum); acrylic paint

Use this beautiful branch to spruce up your home for spring. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on April 26, 2018.

Courtney demonstrates how to use the Cricut Easy Press on wood to make this super cute pineapple wall art. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on April 24, 2018.

Get the Pineapple art work on Cricut Design Space: https://design.cricut.com/#/design/new/projects/project-detail/5792920c212426ff3e6c3d8b?category=Iron-on

The loome tool makes crafting a color-blocked pompom super simple. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on April 19, 2018.

Join Arounna from Bookhou as she demonstrates how to use a punch needle. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on April 12, 2018.

Sonya stops by to celebrate the launch of her class and to demo how to make fabric covered button badges. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on March 27, 2018.

Make a Phase Box, designed to protect treasured books, using card stock and simple tools. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on April 3, 2018.

Charlotte from Blueshine Art and Courtney paint watercolors of Frida Kahlo and talk about their favorite art materials. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on March 27, 2018.

Use cabbage, turmeric, beets and more to naturally dye hardboiled eggs. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on March 27, 2018.

Use Plaid Crafts’s “Pattern Roller” to make beautiful table runners, napkins, holiday decor and more. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on March 22, 2018.

Marly Bird from Red Heart Yarns stops by the studio to show how to cast on and knit in the round with double pointed needles. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on March 20, 2018.

Use green felt to stitch these boutonnieres in honor of Saint Patrick’s Day. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on March 13, 2018.

Our friends from Hello!Lucky stopped by the studio to show us their newest book, Be The Change, and to show how to make stickers using vinyl.

Please be advised that this video originally appeared on Facebook live on March 8th, 2018 and the giveaway is now closed!
 

Use recycled plastic and a pasta maker to create prints that look like etchings. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on March 7, 2018.

Use a lightweight modeling clay to create decorative bells. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on March 1, 2018.

Learn four basic recipes for bath time bliss. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on February 27, 2018.

Guest artist David Tenorio gives his advice for drawing portraits. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on February 22, 2018.

For more, check out David's full class Foundational Figure Drawing: Heads. 

Marly Bird shows us how to make giant pom poms to top her newly-released Snowboarder Hat. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on February 20, 2018.

Find the crocheted pattern here and the knitting pattern here!

Illustrator August Wren joins Courtney to create a gouache painting in honor of Chinese New Year. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on February 15, 2018.

Update a centuries-old technique using rubber stamps to embellish velvet fabric and ribbons. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on February 13, 2018.

Make these charming historic artifacts just in time for Valentine's day. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on February 8, 2018.

Join Courtney as she uses Folk Art craft paint to illustrate a sweet conversation heart for your valentine.
This is a recording of a Facebook Live event held​ on February 6, 2018.

Sonya Philip stops by the studio to show us her favorite techniques for upgrading patch pockets. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on February 1, 2018.

Courtney shares her tips and tricks for how to decoratively address a postcard or envelope. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on January 30, 2018.

Hang posters and decorative papers inexpensively and with artful ease. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on January 25, 2018.

Learn to recreate the look of Kintsugi, the Japanese art of decoratively repairing broken pottery. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on January 23, 2018.

Use Rit dyes and textured yarns to create a decorative wall-hanging that doubles as a photo backdrop. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on January 18, 2018.

Rebecca Rinquist stopped by the studio to show us how to turn your embroidery into patches. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on January 16, 2018. Please note that the contest is now closed. To view our liveshoots, tune into our Facebook page on Tuesday and Thursday at 4 pm PST.

Use thrifted teacups and environmentally-friendly soy wax to make quick and cute candles. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on January 9, 2018.

Using Plaid paints, Courtney makes a beautiful vegetable portrait. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on January 4, 2018.

Use essential oils and simple household materials to make professional-looking bath bombs. Ingredients for bath bombs are:
4 oz citric acid (about ½ cup)
4 oz corn starch (about ¾ cup)
4 oz Epsom salts (about a half cup)
8 oz baking soda (just under 1 cup)
1 Tablespoon water
3 Tablespoon oil (almond, avocado, grapeseed, hempseed, coconut, olive)
20-30 drops essential oils
3-5 drops food coloring (optional)

This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on December 14, 2017.

Learn quick and effective holiday wrapping techniques. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on December 12, 2017.

Rae Hoekstra from Made By Rae stops by the studio to discuss her favorite fabrics for garment making. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on December 7, 2017.

Perfect for holiday decorating, Courtney demonstrates how to craft a mistletoe sprig using recycled felt. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on December 5, 2017.

Courtney kicks off her 25-day Gift Wrap Challenge with some basic-but-beautiful wrapping techniques. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on November 30, 2017.

Michaela from Sakura Color Products of America demonstrates simple techniques for sweet holiday cards.

This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on November 28, 2017.

Want to learn more hand lettering? Check out Michaela's Daily Lettering Challenge! 

Make the ultimate artful holiday table using acrylic paint and a gelatin printing plate. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on November 16, 2017.

Liana and Courtney team up to and use Wilton gel colors and royal icing to make psychedelic leaf-shaped cookies. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on November 16, 2017.

Lisa Congdon shows us how to use paint markers and an oven-safe plate to make super-sweet platters for the holiday season. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on November 14, 2017.

Lisa Solomon demonstrates the traditional Japanese stitching technique  to make some non-traditional monogramed letters. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on November 2, 2017.

Go super spooky with your Halloween decor using office supplies to make heads in jars. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on October 31, 2017.

Learn how to make a “Wildly Grateful” thank you card with special guests from Hello!Lucky. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on October 24, 2017.

Join Courtney in making a no-sew blanket for her pup, Charlie. All it takes is yards of fleece and some clever snips to make a two-sided throw. This is a recording of a Facebook Live event held on October 17, 2017.

Make this stylishly spooky halloween decor that will last all season. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on October 12, 2017.

Learn this essential technique on both garter and stockinette swatches. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on October 10, 2017.

Use cookie cutters and a simple recipe to feed your feathers friends all year long. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on October 5, 2017.

Make gorgeous decorative dishes using paper clay and gold leaf. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on September 28, 2017.

Brew this healthful beverage in a few simple steps.This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on September 26, 2017.

Use Mod Podge to apply decorative paper to a wooden hanger for a glam effect. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on September 19, 2017.

Washers wrapped in yarn make adorable (and useful!) pom pom pattern weights. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on September 12, 2017.

Courtney uses acrylic craft paint, paper and floral wire to make beautiful decorative leaves. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on September 5, 2017.

Ashley Nickels stops by the studio to sew a shaped pillow using Square By Design woven fabric. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on August 29, 2017.

Tara’s quilts are notoriously vibrant and she talks us through her process for choosing colors.
This is a recording of a Facebook Live event held on August 24, 2017.

Check out more of Tara's quilting classes! 

Liana demonstartes how to sew with waxed fabric to make a reusable lunch sack. To find out how to wax your own fabric, watch Courtney's class here. This is a recording of a Facebook Live event held August 15, 2017. 

Use beeswax and heat to make naturally water repellant fabric. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on August 15, 2017.

Use decorative card stock to craft a flower fold pop up card.  This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on August 10, 2017.

Use up summer produce to make delicious drinking vinegars. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on August 3, 2017.

Courtney shares her hard-earned organizing tips for making the most of your creative space. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on August 1, 2017.

Sonya Philip stops by the studio to demonstrate her custom bias tape technique. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on July 27, 2017.

Courtney and Liana are joined by special guest and artfully record their sweetest summer memories. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on July 25, 2017

Use natural yarn and acid dyes for a vibrant speckled effect. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on July 18, 2017.

Use Wilton dyes and pearl dust to up your cookie game. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on July 13, 2017.

Sewn Shirring: 7/11/17
Ashley Nickels stops by the studio to demonstrate shirring on fabric. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on July 11, 2017.

Use cut tissue paper to make a stained-glass effect on glass jar votives. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 29, 2017.

Learn three different recipes for delicious summery ice pops. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 27, 2017.

Use card stock and dowels to make these festive paper pinwheels. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 22, 2017.

Make perfect party settings with these Puffy Paint linens. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 20, 2017.

Customize ceramic mugs with easy-to-use paint markers.  This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 13, 2017.

Yao Cheng joins Courtney to paint a fabulous floral still life. This is a recording of a Facebook Live event held on June 8, 2017.

Simple cardboard, acrylic paint and yarn makes this decorative hanging mobile. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 6, 2017.

Learn how to make this classic summer camp craft with Faith Hale. This video originally appeared on Facebook Live on June 1, 2017