I know this might sound nerdy, but I’m completely hooked on an iPhone game. Even though I’m usually in work mode, this game has repeatedly pulled me away from my desk because it’s that addictive.
I had to share it so we could geek out together. Sound good?
The game is called Two Dots. A friend mentioned it a few weeks ago and now I’m obsessed — I’m currently on level 68, if you’re curious.
If you haven’t tried it, Two Dots is a free, award-winning puzzle game where you connect same-colored dots to score points and advance through levels. The interface is simple and intuitive, and the illustrated map that shows each level is charming.
Inspired by the game’s clean shapes and playful colors, we decided to create Two Dots–inspired artwork for the studio. It was a perfect excuse to finish a little seating nook in the entryway where I can relax away from the computer.
Here’s what you’ll need to make your own Two Dots–inspired pieces:
Materials:
– Heavy paper or cardstock
– Acrylic paint
– Paintbrush
– Pencil
Steps:
1. Begin with a pencil sketch of trees and/or jungle leaves. We tested a few leaf designs on scrap paper first to decide on composition and spacing—this helps you avoid mistakes on your final sheet. The tree shapes were straightforward and didn’t require trials.
2. When your sketch is ready, paint the designs. Use a moderately small brush and steady strokes for clean lines on the trees. The shapes are simple, so painting them is mostly intuitive.
3. Frame your finished pieces. I used lightweight frames from Ikea and removed the glass to keep the artwork light. Without glass, the frames can be hung easily with heavy-duty command strips if you’d rather avoid drilling into the wall.
What do you think? I love the jungle piece for its bright, lively feel, but the tree prints would work nicely for holiday decor too.
For fun, I also included some photos taken while I was relaxing and playing in my new nook. At first I didn’t realize Amelia was shooting, so she captured some genuine “game faces.” I almost left those out, but decided honesty was more entertaining.
Craft production and photography by Amelia Tatnall
Concept and styling by Brittni Mehlhoff
Have you played Two Dots before? If so, tell me you understand this kind of addiction.
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This post is in partnership with Two Dots. It’s an app I genuinely use and enjoy—thanks for supporting the brands that help keep Paper & Stitch going.