Hey guys, today I have a fun info graphic I would like to share with you! The term “starving artist” has been around forever and a lot of times it is pretty accurate. Sometimes it can be really tough … Read More...
Hey Pinners: TANSTAAFL
This monograph written by author Pierre Dos Utt bears the acronym of a saying most of us have heard our whole lives, “There ain’t no such thing as a free lunch”. And this was my first thought upon reading an … Read More...
This apple quilt is sew tempting
Geta shows us her skills with her latest quilt pattern, “Delicious Expectations”. With a finished size coming in at 30” x 34” along with raw edge applique and machine stitching, you can have this baby completed in no time.
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It’s a hack…blog hop!
Michael Miller is hosting, along with a happy stitch, a blog hop where sewists have taken a pattern and MM fabric and made something wonderful. Yep, a hack! Bloggers participating in this event include,
Monday 6/29- Kick off with Jessica… Read More...
Monster Party Mini Cushion Cross Stitch Kit
Get the party started with this Monster themed mini cushion cross-stitch kit which includes all that you need to invite Dracula, Frankenstein’s monster, a werewolf and a mummy!
This is such a cool kit (but sadly, not free).
Get it … Read More...
Free Online Design Tool for Business Cards
Today I wanted to let you guys know about a new website, Cardette.com. Susy Fontaine is an artist (just like us) and she created the site and base templates with artists, crafters, and creative people in mind (big areas … Read More...
Buy Etsy Products in a Store Near You!
Etsy transformed the way small handmade items were sold online. In turn, it made buying these handmade goods in physical stores a thing of the past.
So it is baffling, that things seem to be coming full circle with the … Read More...
Feature Friday: Tine Designs by Mindi
Today’s Feature Friday shop is highlighting a great new shop we found at Etsy, Tine Designs by Mindi.
With each of her pieces being handmade, Mindi prides her jewelry in being unique in the sense that it is made from … Read More...
Product Review: NUGreen Energy Efficient LED Desk Lamp
Like most crafters I need good lighting when I’m stamping and crafting. I have a simple goose neck desk lamp from the office supply store but with a regular bulb it wasn’t giving me very good lighting so I went … Read More...
Awesome Green Arrow Hoodie and Costume
Hopefully, by now, you have heard the story of how Danielle Taylor turned her school prom’s “Sweet Dreams” theme into something a little more heroic by designing her prom outfit after the superhero Arrow. Her awesome comment on learning about … Read More...
DIY Reversible Wood Table Top Tutorial
If you’re a blogger or an indie artist, you’ll know that taking good photos is always extremely important! Here is a great idea for taking better blog and product photos. Mike from Semi Sweet Designs shared how he made his … Read More...
20 Ways Artists Can Turn Browsers into Buyers
Here is another fabulous post by The Artcademy perfect for Indie Artists. They’ve come up with a list of 20 ways that artists can turn browsers into buyers. They say: “It’s all in your first impression and if you … Read More...
How Do You Balance it All?
Megan Ross from The Artcademy sent in a link to their latest “Artcademy Answers” post. I share a lot of the Artcademy’s posts because they are such a great resource for Indie Artists.
Here’s what she says about this weeks … Read More...
You Need These Crochet Jogging Shorts
Made from recycled vintage afghan blankets, these running shorts will make for a great gift for the jogger in your life.
We can’t predict the effect these will have on the eyes and senses of the people in the gym … Read More...
Off to Glass Craft and Bead Expo in Las Vegas!
I’m about to hit the road for a whirlwind trip to Las Vegas for the annual Glass Craft and Bead Expo. I’ll see friendly glass folks as well as new products to come back here and tell you about. … Read More...
New from Colour de Verre…Bamboo
This is truly a good one. The newest mold from Colour de Verre. It’s a Bamboo plate mold. I want one. Maybe even two…As usual these guys have produced something that is simple to use and the results are … Read More...
Review and Giveaway: Stampin’ Up Paper Pumpkin Kit
If you’re looking for paper crafting inspiration Paper Pumpkin is here to inspire you and bring creativity to your door each and every month. Paper Pumpkin is a subscription kit brought to you by the folks at Stampin’ Up. … Read More...
Teaching Your First Art Workshop
Here is another fantastic resource from The Artcademy! This is perfect for those of you who may be considering teaching art.
They say: “One successful stream of income for artists is teaching art classes or workshops. Teaching others your techniques … Read More...
Opportunity for Fabric Designers
Here is an awesome new feature on the blog, 13 Spools. Craft Buds and 13 Spools are coming together to feature indie fabric designers.
They say: “What if you could follow the next hot designer’s career from the very start? … Read More...
20 Ways Artists Can Turn Browsers into Buyers
Here is another fabulous post from The Artcademy. They have come up with a list of 20 different ways that indie artists can turn browsers into buyers. They say:
“Ready to turn your browsers into buyers? It’s all in your … Read More...