Looking for some fun to spice up the last few weeks before school? Then head over to Handmade Charlotte for a great roundup of different crafts to keep the kids entertained and in high spirits till the very end of … Read More...
Fantasia Craft Contest – Dover Publications
I’m sure you’re familiar with Dover Publications–the folks responsible for all of those wonderful collections of royalty free images, unique coloring books, and affordable copies of classic novels? But did you know that they regularly host contests? The latest is Craft Fantasia, … Read More...
Tanya Aguiñiga Lecture – Craft in America
Alright lucky LA area folks, Craft in America Study Center is hosting another fabulous event for you to check out. Remember this post on the Looming Election: Woven Works exhibition or this one on Tanya Aguiñiga? If not, this is … Read More...
Vintage Puzzle Magnets – Everything Etsy
Have you ever found something so fantastic at a yard sale or thrift store and just have no idea what to do with it? The next time that item happens to be a puzzle you should get it so you … Read More...
Whimsical Art Jewelry – byMarta
In need of some original jewelry to add a touch of whimsy and flair to your outfits? Then you should check out byMarta on Etsy. Marta uses her original artwork to create unique jewelry that you can’t get from your … Read More...
Studded High Tops – Love U Madly
So if you’re like Love U Madly and have been eyeing the super hot studded high tops being put out by Louboutin and YSL. If so, you must check out the tutorial to make a pair of your own. … Read More...
Steampunk Alchemy Embroidery – UrbanThreads
Are you need of some awesome embroidery to steam up your summer? UrbanThreads to the rescue! Their gorgeous new Steampunk Alchemy set would be perfect for working on some early Halloween projects. Or even a wizard theme party! I’m sure … Read More...
Painted Trophies – Pearl + Earl
Seeing these funky and fabulous painted trophies on Pearl + Earl made me want to sing. Literally–“I use antlers is all of my decorating!”–will be stuck in my head all night. But I’m thinking Gaston was on to something … Read More...
Paper Cut Words – Annie Vought
Have you ever made a stencil by carefully cutting out printed words with your X-acto knife? It takes a lot of time and determination. So I can’t even imagine how Annie Vought spends hours creating her intricate pieces of art. … Read More...
DIY Macro Lens for your phone – iArt Chronicles
Heads up phone photographers! You can now make your own macro lens to take awesome super clear macro shots. (And it’s a lot cheaper than the macro lenses you buy!) Check out this great DIY over at iArt Chronicles and … Read More...
Freehand Gallery 32nd Anniversary Sale
The fabulous Freehand Gallery is celebrating 32 years of bringing you the best indie crafts available in America by holding a super sale. Shop in their LA store or online for 20% to 50% off some of the most stunning … Read More...
Wine Stain Paintings – Amelia Fais Harnas
Normally, spilling red wine on pristine white cotton would be cause for alarm and Stain Stick. For Amelia Fais Harnas though, spilling red wine onto fabric, in conjunction with batik wax resist techniques is a masterful form of art. Harnas … Read More...
Moroccan Candle Holders – Creme de la Craft
Cheap glass candle holders are everywhere these days–and lots of them are purchased for decorating events and never used again. It’s a good thing then that craft bloggers like Creme de la Craft are creating fabulous photo tutorials on what … Read More...
Interview with Taradara – Marketing Creativity
One of the biggest mysteries of the indie crafting world is success. How do you achieve it in a field that seems so subjective and whimsical? Marketing Creativity helps to dispel that mystery by interviewing crafters about how they achieved … Read More...
Pretty Prehistoric Ring Holders – My So Called Crafty Life
Jewelry + Funky plastic animals + paint = Prehistoric Ring Holders. My So Called Crafty Life shared this fabulous tutorial on how to store and display your lovely rings in a truly awesome way. I especially love the striped … Read More...
PVC Pipe Bangle – Onelmon
Something about the approach of September always gets me in the mood for new clothes and accessories. PVC pipe isn’t usually what I think of when I think of new accessories though. However Onelmon may have changed my mind with … Read More...
U Look Haute Summer Season feat. Lauren Conrad
U Look Haute, the Youtube channel devoted to fashion and beauty is launching a crafting show, staring none other than Lauren Conrad! If you’ve somehow missed LC’s rise to fame, she’s known for her fabulous sense of style she … Read More...
Dinosaur Fossils – Ruby Murrays Musings
Keeping with my play theme, there’s a certain age where nothing on Earth is more amazing and cool than dinosaurs. Only something that awesome could make people voluntarily spend hours brushing sand in the desert. Ruby Murrays Musings gives us … Read More...
Mini-Gourmand Play Kitchen – Kate’s Creative Space
Another fabulous toy oriented tutorial! Check out this incredible tiny play kitchen at Kate’s Creative Space. I love the fact that it’s a recycling project as well as a handmade toy project. I don’t think I’ve met a single … Read More...
Gryffindor Baby Jacket – Rae Gun Ramblings
All of the buzz about JKR’s new non-Harry Potter book and the actualization of Pottermore have started a resurgence in the popularity of Harry Potter crafts. Rae Gun Ramblings gives us this tutorial on how to make an adorable Gryffindor … Read More...