Category: art lessons
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Upcycled Messy Sketchbook Project

To celebrate the cover reveal of BELA AND LILY (Published by Kokila, an imprint of Penguin). I created an upcycled DIY messy sketchbook project! 🌼 What is a messy sketchbook? It’s a no-pressure, creative space to doodle, draft, and play. There is nothing like scrap paper to say, “Don’t overthink it.” Video Tutorial Watch this…
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Ramadan Favor Printables: Folding Moon Phases Paper Craft [Updated]
![Ramadan Favor Printables: Folding Moon Phases Paper Craft [Updated]](https://natashakhankazi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9402.jpeg?w=1024)
Between two kids, I make 50 Ramadan favors for the students in my sons’ classrooms. So, I need Ramadan favors that are:✅ Eco-friendly✅ Budget-friendly✅ Fun for kids 😃✅ Public school approved✅ Candy-free 🚫 So this year, I made a Moon’s Ramadan themed folding paper craft. And I don’t gate keep, so you can download the…
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Cover Reveal: LULU IN THE SPOTLIGHT

I am so excited to announce my second author-illustrated picture book, LULU IN THE SPOTLIGHT: A SOUTH ASIAN WEDDING STORY, and share a first look at the cover! After many long nights (and pounds of dark chocolate), we are here. Thank you to my agent, Tanusri, editor, Weslie, art director, @jlhogle , and the entire team at @versifybooks and @harperkids for…
