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Wendy Evans invokes solar power to help create a vintage print on chemical-infused paper

Andy Pag improves his boat’s deck by spraying it with gel coat, and shares his tips for getting a perfect finish

I often see raised eyebrows when I mention that I love using soft pastels in my sketchbook. Watercolours are a popular choice, being portable and easy to use, but pastels and pastel pencils feel more

I struggle to cover the texture of the surface I use with coloured pencils. What can I do? Pastelmat is a favourite surface among coloured-pencil artists and teachers for its ease of use and forgiving

Transform seashells with découpage and gold leaf to make pretty jewellery and keepsake dishes

There are so many ways to upcycle old porcelain plates, whether you’ve inherited your old family crockery or found some great pieces at the local car boot sale. We show you how, with the right pens, y