Hey everyone, Happy New Year! I want to know- Do you have any crafting resolutions for 2015? I have only set a few simple goals for myself- Draw more, Practice using my alcohol markers, expand my Etsyshop … Read More...
DIY Eyeglass Case Animal Clutch
Learn how to make cute animal character clutches with dollar store eyeglass cases using this tutorial Mark Montano shares on his blog. A glasses case, a little paint and some beads for a handle and you have a terrific gift!… Read More...
WordPress Plugins for Bloggers
Hey bloggers and shop owners! Do you use wordpress? WordPress is really great for bloggers and site owners but it can also be overwhelming! Stephanie wrote up a blog post containing WordPress plug-in suggestions for creative bloggers & Etsy… Read More...
DIY Painted Floral Vine Shoes
Jolene from Crafty Super Mom (love her blog name!) shared the tutorial for this pair of hand painted shoes on her blog.
I paint and sell shoes in my etsy shop, so I have a soft spot for painted … Read More...
DIY iPad Cord Design with WashiTape
I like this idea for a washi tape covered iPad cable charger that Khadija posted on her blog, Creative Khadija.
It is a simple do it yourself on how to design an iPad cord with washi tape. This can be … Read More...
DIY Gold Confetti Dipped Mug
Isn’t this Gold Confetti Dipped Mug so stunning?
Rachel posted the tutorial for it on her blog, Lines Across. She says: “I made this gold confetti dipped mug to combine three of my favorite me things: making things, drinking coffee, … Read More...
Merry Christmas, Indie Artists!
I just wanted to pop in and say Merry Christmas to everyone! Thanks for supporting Indie Crafts and Craft Gossip!
Craft Trends to look for in 2015
Christmas is almost here and 2015 is just around the corner! Pretty soon we’ll be making new years resolutions, Either towards your life or towards your crafting. I wanted to showcase some of the things I think will be trendy … Read More...
DIY Bubble Light Holder
I’ve never seen nor heard of bubble lights before, but Tamara at Etcetorize shared this clever way of displaying them on her blog and I think they’re so kitschy and cute!
Tamara shows how she creates a place for them … Read More...
Using SocialBro to Analyze Your Twitter Account
Here’s a good resource for us Indie Artists trying to reach more people! Toni of Little House of Crafting guest posted about using Social Bro on the blog Daft Crafts.
Social Bro is a way to analyze your Twitter account … Read More...
DIY Mixed Media Canvas Christmas Ornaments
I love these miniature canvas ornaments that Carmen posted on her blog! I think they’re the perfect embellishment for an artists tree!
Carmen says: “Christmas time and decorating is in full swing at my house and it can get a … Read More...
Etsy Shop Feature- DogAndButton
Today I wanted to feature the etsy shop DogAndButton by Heather Chalkley. Heather lives in the UK and makes gorgeous embroidered buttons, brooches and angels. I specifically wanted to feature her handmade folk angels because they are so beautiful and … Read More...
Learn + Craft for Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, and Kwanzaa
I think this is a really interesting post by Stephanie from Swoodson Says. Stephanie rounded up some holiday crafts for Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, & Kwanzaa along with an overview of what each holiday is all about! I admittedly don’t know … Read More...
Silver and Gold Juice Lid Ornaments DIY
I think this is more of a recycled craft than an Indie Craft, but these are so gorgeous that they just had to be shared! Elise from Grow Creative shared these ornaments on her blog. They are frugal and environmentally … Read More...
FREE Blog Planning and Printable Calendar for 2015
Time to get your blog plan organized for 2015! Stephanie from Swoodson Says designed this blog planning calendar for her own use but it sharing it on her blog as a free printable for the rest of us to use … Read More...
DIY Patterned Ornaments 6 Ways
As Rachel from The Crafted Life says “These may be the easiest way to decorate ornaments ever!”. I have to agree- They’re cute, easy, good for both kids and adults and definitely customizable! Rachel shares 6 different patterns to do, … Read More...
Easy Kool Aid Yarn Dyeing Kit Gift
Are you forever looking for that perfect gift for your favorite Knitter or Crocheter? Here it is!
Annette from Fiber Artsy shared this on her blog and I think it is a pretty genius gift! A Kool-Aid Yarn Dyeing Kit. … Read More...
Holiday Sales from Handmade Makers
Got some shopping left to do and want to save a buck or two? Well the holiday season is one of the best times to find really great deals on handmade, vintage design goods.
Pop Shop America wrote an fantastic … Read More...
DIY Snow Globe
There’s something magical about a Christmas snow globe, isn’t there? Bring the magic to your home with this tutorial for easiest faux snow globe tutorial ever!
This is a classic Christmas craft, but I just love Stephanie’s (from DIY made … Read More...
Etsy Shop Feature: EllenGiggenbach
Today I wanted to feature EllenGiggenbach for this weeks etsy shop feature. Here’s more about her & her shop:
The wonderful world of the web has inspired me to share what I love with others. Time and place are no… Read More...