This season is supposed to be one of love and understanding, of joy and happiness. However, with an apocalypse scare, terrifying acts of violence, and brutal consumerism, it’s been a rough one. Luckily, there are indie crafters and artists out … Read More...
Camera Printed Wrapping Paper – Crafted Blog
Here’s another for the procrastinators! DIY Camera Printed Wrapping Paper from Crafted Blog. Use a camera stencil (or any stencil really) and personal your wrapping paper to match your gift or the recipient. Of course, you might want to … Read More...
Spirit of Giving Giveaway – oh. MY. tookies!
oh. MY. tookies! is having a wonderful giveaway with 15 fabulous prizes for one lucky winner. You can head over to the post and read more about it. Please do not comment on this post, as that will not enter … Read More...
Gift Card Holder – Make it Easy Crafts
Gift cards are the perfect last minute holiday gift, but they’re not much fun to unwrap. Make your gift cards special by creating these cute little holders for them. Get the tutorial over on Make it Easy Crafts. Another holiday … Read More...
Eight Last Minute Holiday Crafts – Babble
In need of a holiday project to occupy your time? Check out this round-up of eight last minute holiday gifts and decorations to craft. Lots of these are appropriate for having the kids help with. I’m sure the snowflake ballerinas … Read More...
Fabric Gift Tags – Blue Bird Sews
Busy wrapping presents? Check out these pretty fabric gift tags to add a little extra personality to your gifts. Blue Bird Sews walks you through this versatile tag creating method that could be customized for any holiday, birthday, retirement, or … Read More...
Rustic Christmas Tree Ornament – Two Cheeky Monkeys
Counting down Christmas with some fun quick crafts, like this rustic tree ornament from Two Cheeky Monkeys. I love that it’s made out of cinnamon sticks and will add a little bit of that spicy holiday scent to your … Read More...
Raccoon Coffee Cozy – Imagine Gnats
I’ve got to admit, when I heard Imagine Gnats was having a Raccoon week on her blog, I was a little skeptical. In my yard, raccoon are giant, menacing threats to my safety. However, once I saw how completely adorable … Read More...
Russian Doll Necklace – Rakunshop
Quirky and cute are two of my favorite adjectives for jewelry. And both apply heavily to Rakunshop’s wonderful assortment of items. So if you’re hunting for a last-minute gift or shopping for yourself with one of those fabulous Etsy gift … Read More...
Five Cheap Gifts for Booklovers – LitReactor
Sometimes craft projects are just as easy as a tutorial writer promises. And sometimes? It’s not. Thankfully, there are wonderful other bloggers to test and recommend tutorials and projects–with no shortage of hilarious insights and drunken escapades. Like this rou… Read More...
24K Sneakers – Dream a Little Bigger
Last minute gift for the diva in your life? Or maybe the icing on your holiday outfit? Why yes, these gilded sneakers would be perfect. And Dream a Little Bigger has a tutorial on how to rock these babies out … Read More...
Frosted Twig Bouquet – Grow Creative
I love the look of all things glittery and frosted. This fun frosted twig bouquet by Grow Creative? Fabulous! And the “frost” here is something you probably have around the house–epsom salt. I’d love to see someone do this … Read More...
Free Printable Gift Tags – Crafted
Just in time to get some holiday wrapping done, Crafted has generously offered these beautiful gift tags to help you personalize any gift. My favorite part? Not only are they perfect for Christmas (or belated Chanukah gifts), but the cute … Read More...
DIY Gifts for Kids – B-Inspired Mama
There’s just enough time to craft up some special gifts for the holidays and B-Inspired Mama has you covered! They’ve rounded up 55+ DIY gifts to craft for kids. There are several categories: craft kits, puppets, dress up and … Read More...
Blue Genie Art Bazaar – Austin, TX
Now here’s an idea I can get behind–a twenty-four day craft show. I mean, really, how many times have you wanted to go to one, only to realize that was the weekend of the recital, the big game, or the … Read More...
Abstract Printed Scarf – Rhythm of the Home
Hey busy moms! Is there anyone on your gift list who would like a beautiful abstract printed scarf? How about yourself? If so, you must check out Rhythm of the Home‘s Abstract Printed Scarf Tutorial. This is the … Read More...
DIY Guitar Picks – Etcetorize
These adorable, custom-made guitar picks are so much cuter and more meaningful than the basic ones you can buy at the music stores. How great would an entire pack be if you used photos or images specific to a guitar … Read More...
Doodler App – Alec Hess/Full Voice Media
Alec Hess is on a mission–a mission to allow everyone with a iPad or iPhone to learn to draw through the device they already have with them at all times. His app, Doodler, is a comprehensive learn to draw … Read More...
Photo Booth for an Ugly Sweater Party – Family Ever After
Ugly sweater parties are all the rage. So much so that Ugly Christmas Sweaters are actually hard to find this year in my part of the country. So, if you want your sweater party to stand out, you might want … Read More...
DIY Foam Ball Decorations – Ricochet and Away!
I’m with Ricochet and Away–I had no idea that sequin covered satin Christmas balls were a vintage craft. I made them tons of times when I was little. These are especially fun though; I love the bright colors achieved … Read More...