I am going to be at the CHA 2015 Mega Show this weekend representing Craft Gossip, which I am so excited about! For those of you that may be wondering just what CHA is- CHA stands for Craft and … Read More...
Crafty 2015 Project – Try Something New Every Month
If you’re looking for a fun year long challenge to do this year, here’s an interesting one I’ve found: Trying a new craft every month. Stephanie from Swoodson Says is trying something new every month and she’s inviting everyone to … Read More...
DIY Toadstool Pushpins
RaChil from The Cwafty Blog shared these adorable Toadstool Push pins on the blog Dream a Little Bigger. I think these are so whimsical and cute, I love woodland themed projects. These could also be considered geeky, because they also … Read More...
DIY Minimal Mountain Clock
With all of this cold weather here in the USA, I felt this wintery, mountain clock was a good do it yourself to share today! Caitlin posted this tutorial on the blog, Say Yes, and I think it’s cute, yet … Read More...
Indie Crafts Reader Survey!
Hey everyone, I hope you’re having a great weekend! It’s a new year and I really want to improve Indie Crafts and feature more of what you want to read. I’d love your help in improving this blog. Please give … Read More...
DIY Screen Printed Cloth Napkins
Hey everyone, I shared the tutorial for these Screen Printed Saguaro Cacti Cloth Napkins using SpeedBall’s screen printing kit on my own blog, Punk Projects. This was my very first screen printing project and I am super thrilled with the … Read More...
DIY Eyeglass Case Animal Clutch
Learn how to make cute animal character clutches with dollar store eyeglass cases using this tutorial Mark Montano shares on his blog. A glasses case, a little paint and some beads for a handle and you have a terrific gift!… Read More...
DIY iPad Cord Design with WashiTape
I like this idea for a washi tape covered iPad cable charger that Khadija posted on her blog, Creative Khadija.
It is a simple do it yourself on how to design an iPad cord with washi tape. This can be … Read More...
Merry Christmas, Indie Artists!
I just wanted to pop in and say Merry Christmas to everyone! Thanks for supporting Indie Crafts and Craft Gossip!
Craft Trends to look for in 2015
Christmas is almost here and 2015 is just around the corner! Pretty soon we’ll be making new years resolutions, Either towards your life or towards your crafting. I wanted to showcase some of the things I think will be trendy … Read More...
DIY Bubble Light Holder
I’ve never seen nor heard of bubble lights before, but Tamara at Etcetorize shared this clever way of displaying them on her blog and I think they’re so kitschy and cute!
Tamara shows how she creates a place for them … Read More...
Using SocialBro to Analyze Your Twitter Account
Here’s a good resource for us Indie Artists trying to reach more people! Toni of Little House of Crafting guest posted about using Social Bro on the blog Daft Crafts.
Social Bro is a way to analyze your Twitter account … Read More...
DIY Mixed Media Canvas Christmas Ornaments
I love these miniature canvas ornaments that Carmen posted on her blog! I think they’re the perfect embellishment for an artists tree!
Carmen says: “Christmas time and decorating is in full swing at my house and it can get a … Read More...
Learn + Craft for Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, and Kwanzaa
I think this is a really interesting post by Stephanie from Swoodson Says. Stephanie rounded up some holiday crafts for Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, & Kwanzaa along with an overview of what each holiday is all about! I admittedly don’t know … Read More...
Silver and Gold Juice Lid Ornaments DIY
I think this is more of a recycled craft than an Indie Craft, but these are so gorgeous that they just had to be shared! Elise from Grow Creative shared these ornaments on her blog. They are frugal and environmentally … Read More...
FREE Blog Planning and Printable Calendar for 2015
Time to get your blog plan organized for 2015! Stephanie from Swoodson Says designed this blog planning calendar for her own use but it sharing it on her blog as a free printable for the rest of us to use … Read More...
DIY Patterned Ornaments 6 Ways
As Rachel from The Crafted Life says “These may be the easiest way to decorate ornaments ever!”. I have to agree- They’re cute, easy, good for both kids and adults and definitely customizable! Rachel shares 6 different patterns to do, … Read More...
Easy Kool Aid Yarn Dyeing Kit Gift
Are you forever looking for that perfect gift for your favorite Knitter or Crocheter? Here it is!
Annette from Fiber Artsy shared this on her blog and I think it is a pretty genius gift! A Kool-Aid Yarn Dyeing Kit. … Read More...
DIY Snow Globe
There’s something magical about a Christmas snow globe, isn’t there? Bring the magic to your home with this tutorial for easiest faux snow globe tutorial ever!
This is a classic Christmas craft, but I just love Stephanie’s (from DIY made … Read More...
DIY Wine Glass Tags
Here’s an easy last minute project for all those Christmas parties everyone will be hosting in the next few weeks. They can be used to keep glasses in the right hands or as place holders on the table.
Tamara from … Read More...