I’m with Pink Stripey Socks; I love the look of tattoos, but can’t commit. So this tutorial on how to create Fake Tattoo Sleeves is right up my alley. And it’s a cheap Halloween project, as you just need … Read More...
Etsy Shop of the Week – Sweet Kiddo Co
This week’s featured Etsy Shop is Sweet Kiddo Co. Sweet Kiddo Co is a line of handmade children’s clothing designed and crafted by artist Cherie of Austin, TX. Each piece is cut and stitched by the artist out of … Read More...
Duck Tape Beads – Dream a Little Bigger
I am constantly amazed by the beauty, versatility, and number of options their are in the duck tape aisle. It used to be finding a color or a shinier tape was a surprise treat, but now there are literally hundreds … Read More...
DIY Geometric Keychains – Handmade Charlotte
Here’s a fun DIY project to dress up your keys–Geometric Keychains made from precut wood slices. A lovely change from store bought versions. This one features beautiful bright colors and a sturdy base, two things you’ll be super appreciative … Read More...
Etsy Town Hall – Tuesday Oct. 1
Attention all Etsy buyers, sellers and enthusiasts! Etsy is holding a town hall meeting with CEO Chad Dickerson on Tuesday October 1st at 11 am EST. This is an awesome chance to learn more about the company and to ask … Read More...
Trick or Treat: Halloween Artists Bazaar
The second annual Halloween Artist Bazaar Trick or Treat Giveaway is here. This intrepid band of Halloween loving artists has once again come together to offer a trick or treat bucket full of beautiful, ghoulish art. To enter: You must … Read More...
Etsy Shop of the Week – BCMetalCraft
This week’s featured Etsy Shop is BCMetalCraft. It’s been a while since metal art’s been our featured shop and BCMetalCraft is a worthy shop. They specialize in precision cut metal pieces in beautiful designs. Almost all the pieces are handled … Read More...
Custom Tea Blends – Etsy Blog
Continuing on the theme from yesterday of fabulous fall things, here’s an older post from the Etsy Blog’s How – Tuesday on how to create your own tea blends. You can do this by yourself, or in a party … Read More...
DIY Tea Bag Holders – Handmade Charlotte
Tea bag holders are one of the best accessories heading into fall. Sitting on the rim of the cup, they save the string from falling in and dropping into your tea. (A hassle, tea drinkers everywhere understand.) And these are … Read More...
DIY Fall Leaf Crown – Henry Happened
Fall is here! (At least in my chunk of the world.) And I’m absolutely thrilled to craft up some awesome fall themed projects. Luckily, there are blogs out there like Henry Happened that are also ready to bid goodbye to … Read More...
Book Trailer: Made By Hand – Lena Corwin
Book trailers are becoming huge all over the internet, but I’ve never seen one as beautiful and intriguing as this one for Lena Corwin’s upcoming book, Made by Hand. The book draws inspiration from the classes taught in her studio … Read More...
Etsy Shop of the Week- JessiVanGundy
This week’s featured Etsy shop is JessiVanGundy. The shop features the work of artist Jessi Van Gundy, who works in hand thrown pottery. Her pieces are beautiful examples of utilitarian pottery–pretty and functional. Her intricate decorations are achieved using the … Read More...
Beach Calligraphy – Andrew van der Merwe
Calligraphy is a beautiful art form, but traditional calligraphy is losing ground in our digital era. Who has the time to spend on hand lettering when there are millions of fonts for use in a few simple clicks? Thankfully, there … Read More...
New Read: Selling on Etsy
If you’re an Etsy seller who’s just starting out or struggling to gain traction on the platform, you’re not alone. Many sellers find it difficult to stand out in the crowded marketplace and attract the attention of potential customers. That’s … Read More...
Knitted Disco! Book Launch Party
A knitted disco? Why not?! The folks over at craft book publisher Collins and Brown are throwing one fabulous knitted party to mark the launch of their new book The Knit Parade. Kicking off with today’s launch party, the knitted … Read More...
Image 3D Giveaway Winner!
Sorry about the delay, Crafters. Here, without further ado, is the winner of the Image 3D Giveaway!
Congratulations Therese, commenter #54! I’ll be emailing you soon about your prize.
Thanks again to everyone who entered! I loved reading all about … Read More...
Etsy Shop of the Week – Three Bad Seeds
This week’s featured Etsy shop is Three Bad Seeds. Three Bad Seeds is the work of artist Amanda Weiss, who was inspired to start creating one of kind handmade pillows and stuffed creatures by her daughter. That evolved into … Read More...
Driftwood Seahorse – Creative in Chicago
Summer’s almost over where I’m at, but there’s still time for a few more trips to the beach. And while you’re there, you could pick up some driftwood to create your own wall art, like Creative in Chicago did. Her … Read More...
Translated Vases – Yee Sookyung
Looking for something to do with broken china? Yee Sookyung had an interesting idea–transform the fragments into wholes, called Translated Vases. The works are created using ceramic trash, cast off and broken pieces from a Korean ceramics master. The … Read More...
Archibird Console Birdcage – SeeWhy Ateliers
First of all, a confession–I love birdcages and birds. But I think, even if you didn’t have that love, you might fall in love with this lovely piece of furniture art, designed by Gregory Lafforest. The piece, created by SeeWhy … Read More...