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Destinations

Category: <span>Destinations</span>

Travel is a great source of creative inspiration. Seek out museums, galleries, exhibitions, street scenes, fabulous architecture and natural wonders wherever you go. Take photographs (where allowed). Keep a journal. Then use those sparks in your work when you return to your studio. Browsing through local quilting, sewing, embroidery, knitting, crochet, weaving, beading and paper craft shops can also give you ideas for a new project.

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite places to be inspired. If you’ve got a place we’ve missed, please send us an email at [email protected] and we’ll add it to our list!

Creative Places to Visit on the West Coast

Seattle

Creative Things To Do In and Around Seattle

While in Seattle you must visit Pike Place Market. Get inspired by the beautiful colors of the fresh fruit and produce and watch the fish mongers throw a salmon. Take...

Portland Oregon Buck Sign

Creative Things To Do In and Around Portland Oregon

Portland has so many cool things to do, especially for makers! We’re famous for food trucks, Saturday Market, being close to the mountains and the Pacific coast. Here are some...

View of palm trees at sunset

Creative Things To Do In and Around Los Angeles

Los Angeles will not disappoint you with their variety of creative things to do in and around the city. From the variety of art museums, to museums honoring different cultures...

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Statue of Liberty New York City

Creative Things To Do In and Around New York City

New York City has been a destination for travelers for centuries, with its support of arts in all forms, culture and dining experiences, makers will find inspiration -- maybe where…
San Francisco

Creative Things To Do In and Around San Francisco

San Francisco is known for its temperate climate, Golden Gate bridge and Fisherman's Wharf. There are so many sights to see and places to visit to spark your creativity. Stay…
Philadelphia

Creative Things To Do In and Around Philadelphia

Many things do to in Philadelphia will always have to do with Revolutionary War history but there are plenty of other creative and fun activities and experiences that call this…
Tampa St. Petersburg

Creative Things To Do In and Around Tampa

Located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Tampa, Florida, is a vacation destination filled with museums, family-friendly activities, flea markets, restaurants and famous attractions. Explore the Tampa Riverwalk past scenic parks, hotels and restaurants, soak up the famous Florida sunshine on…
San Antonio

Creative Things To Do In and Around San Antonio

The Alamo City is primarily known for, well, the Alamo. It’s also home to SeaWorld, Six Flags, and the River Walk, but that’s only a start! Think of San Antonio…
View of palm trees at sunset

Creative Things To Do In and Around Los Angeles

So many creative things to do in and around Los Angeles! From great art museums, to museums in entertainment and fashion, you'll find a lot to do!
Mural in Knoxville by Chance Losher

Creative Things To Do In and Around Knoxville

Snuggled between the Great Smoky Mountains and the mighty Tennessee River, Knoxville is a modern, exciting city, famous as the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains, sure to spark your…
Seattle

Creative Things To Do In and Around Seattle

While in Seattle you must visit Pike Place Market, get inspired by the beautiful colors of the fresh fruit and produce and watch them throw a salmon at one of…
Portland Oregon Buck Sign

Creative Things To Do In and Around Portland Oregon

Portland Oregon has so many cool things to do, especially for makers! We’re famous for food trucks, Saturday market, being close to the mountains and the Pacific coast.

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