(Dakota Makeup Bag pictured above)
Today I’m featuring Little Honey Bee Studio, an etsy shop by Norma Gomez. Norma is an extremely talented mixed media artist. Here is a little bit about Norma from her etsy shop-
“I’ve been … Read More...
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by Katie Smith
(Dakota Makeup Bag pictured above)
Today I’m featuring Little Honey Bee Studio, an etsy shop by Norma Gomez. Norma is an extremely talented mixed media artist. Here is a little bit about Norma from her etsy shop-
“I’ve been … Read More...
by Katie Smith
From a wonderful world where things sparkle and shine,
Here’s a fabulous book for Christmas time.
Glitterville is the place you know,
Where you can create anything from wreaths to snow.
Stephen Brown guides you through the whimsical crafts,
With … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Tara from Crafts Unleashed sent in her tutorial for creating your own recycled crown. Not just any crown though, It’s Elsa’s (from Frozen) crown.
Here is what Tara says about her project: “Halloween is coming, and there is a gaggle … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Hey guys, it’s that time of year again! Holiday sales and craft shows are just around the corner, and I couldn’t be more excited. As someone who loves to craft and sell my creations, I’m always on the lookout for … Read More...
by Katie Smith
I love these easy key chains that were shared on the Darice blog, Live Craft Love.
Not only did they share the free tutorial to create these adorable key chains but they also posted the free printables they used in … Read More...
by Katie Smith
From a wonderful world where things sparkle and shine,
Here’s a fabulous book for Christmas time.
Glitterville is the place you know,
Where you can create anything from wreaths to snow.
Stephen Brown guides you through the whimsical crafts,
With … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Craft fairs are an excellent way to get your handmade business noticed and expand your customer base. Not only do you get to showcase your products, but you also get to connect with other crafters and potential customers. However, signing … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Holidays are coming up fast and you know what that means- Craft Show Time!! Fall and Winter are the perfect time to do craft festivals and sell you artwork because people start getting the holiday spirit and start shopping … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Today I wanted to let you know about a new episode by Craft in America. I haven’t watched it, but this episode features crafts in the military. Here’s more about it:
CRAFT IN AMERICA, the Peabody Award-winning series, continues … Read More...
by Katie Smith
The ladies at Adventures in Making have started a new monthly DIY challenge that all crafters are invited to participate in, so I Wanted to spread the news!
This month’s theme is Fall Leaves. They are asking people to get … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Melony shared these Decoden Napkin Rings on her blog, Mel Designs and I wanted to share them with you as well!
Decoden is a fun trend right now. What is decoden? The term “deco” is short for decorated and “den” … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Kim at Everything Etsy shared these videos about marketing your etsy shop with me and I definitely wanted to pass it on to you guys!
Here’s what Kim & the team at Everything Etsy says about their new video series: … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Vanessa shared the tutorial for these really neat restyled notebooks on her blog, Cafe Craftea. (LOVE the name of her blog).
Vanessa says” It’s back to school season and I found myself wanting some fancy new notebooks to ease myself … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Deanna posted the tutorial for this fun, No Sew Harvest Fabric Wreath on her blog, Sew McCool.
I love how easy this is- All you need is a wreath form, some fabric scraps or ribbon, buttons and glue! The buttons … Read More...
by Katie Smith
The Etsy Design Awards judges have identified 58 finalists for the Community’s Choice award. They chose these makers, artists and designers from among hundreds of incredibly inspiring Australian Etsy sellers.
Browse the finalists’ work and vote for your favourite. … Read More...
by Katie Smith
This is a different, fun and messy way to decorate pumpkins for Halloween this year from Kimberly at Bugaboo! There’s no carving or skill involved, making it perfect for little hands!
All you need to do is drip paint all … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Andrea at Handmadeology shared this post and I think it’s pretty helpful for us Indie Artists trying to build handmade businesses. Getting your business out there can be tricky.
Andrea has written out 7 ways to get seen this season. … Read More...
by Katie Smith
I’ve been sharing a lot of tutorials by Kimberly from Bugaboo recently. Why? Because she’s been sharing some really adorable Halloween tutorials!
This is an adorable, simple and modern wreath for Halloween. It’s a wooden stick wreath spray painted black, … Read More...
by Katie Smith
I’m not usually a fan of creepy Halloween decorations, but I think these glowing eyeballs are pretty neat!
This post by Kimberly from Bugaboo has a great idea for making glowing eyeballs to hide in your bushes and yard for … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Aren’t these Pumpkin Barrettes just the cutest? They’re no sew as well, so super easy!
Learn how to use ribbon to make super cute pumpkin barrettes for your little “punkin” this Halloween! They are easy to make, require very few … Read More...