In the world of visual arts, materials are always key to an artist's identity. While oil paint embodies a classical spirit ...

Knitting is one of the best hobbies for mood-boosting, social connection and making your own clothes, but yarn can be spenny.

Hanks Yarn Supply Co. offers a variety of yarns, including imported and locally dyed options, as well as crafting supplies. Owner Darren Trautman was inspired to open the shop after a local Joann ...

I've been obsessed with acrylic nails since I was a child. When I was around 6 or 7, my fascination with fake nails began, and I would spend my pocket money buying packs of crystal-encrusted false ...

Getting your nails done in 2025 looks a lot different from circa ten years ago (as do many other things, natch). Today, many flock to gels, BIAB or even press-ons, with acrylic seeming like a thing of ...

In recent years, soft gel nails have grown in popularity—so much so that even Tom Bachik, Jennifer Lopez’s go-to nail expert, relies on them to create the star’s natural-looking nails. If you’re a fan ...

This collection of videos chronicles an expansive and deeply personal fiber arts journey, combining hands-on tutorials, historical insight, creative exploration, and emotional storytelling. From ...

The acrylic fibre market is projected to expand from USD 6,003.1 million in 2025 to USD 9,058.5 million by 2035, reflecting a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2% over the forecast period ...

What are acrylics made of? Acrylic nails are created from a man-made chemical called PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate). PMMA is made from methyl methacrylate (MMA). In general, PMMA itself is usually ...

From the boldest reds, oranges and yellows to vibrant shades of greens, pinks and purples and some pastels and neutrals, too, the shelves at Sewickley Yarns are filled. For those who knit or crochet, ...