Fine motor skills are so important for education. This step is something that is becoming lost as our Children turn to ipads and technology. Do you know the last time your child used scissors? when did they last color in … Read More...
DIY Machine Embroidery Heat Pack
I could really do with a heat pack right now actually. I think most people could say that so what better gift to give? These decorated heat packs can use any Machine design you already have. Check out the sewing … Read More...
Pretend Play – Spaghetti & Meatballs
Oh my goodness how realistic do these look? Your Children are going to love cooking up a storm in the play kitchen with this. The noodles is yellow felt, such a quick and clever idea. Lot’s of fun to be … Read More...
Freebie: Cross Stitched Card Patterns
There are several die cuts and embossing folders on the market that are made for stitching and sewing. Marianne Designs is sharing 4 pretty cross stitch patterns so you can sew up some sweet cards. Grab a needle and some … Read More...
Free pattern: Easy summer tunic
Mayra from So Sew Easy shares s free pattern for her Easy Tunic. It’s the perfect day for a warm spring or summer day. Wear it alone as a short dress, or pair it with leggings or skinnies as a … Read More...
Giveaway: New Lace Knitting
Congratulations to Deb!
Summer just seems like a really great time for knitting lace. There’s something about all those eyelets that make them perfect for warm days, whether you’re using lace knit items or knitting them during the summer months.… Read More...
How To Make Your Own Flower Crown
Whether you are planning a wedding to have a boho style, or you just want a little added romatic touch, a flower crown is a classic way to do so. They are much easier to make than you would probably … Read More...
20 Useful Ways to Organize Your Jewelry
Finding a good way to store and organize your jewelry can be an ongoing battle. We want something to be effective, yet cute and stylish as well. If you are looking for a great way to display and organize your … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Twisted turban headband
Repurpose an old t-shirt into a twisted turban headband! Anni from We Must Be Dreamers shares a tutorial showing how to do it. It’s super easy to do and keeps an old t-shirt from ending up in a trash can. … Read More...
Shop Handmade Link Up
It’s time for another week of Shop handmade! What is it? It is a weekly feature here at Indie Crafts called Shop Handmade where you can link up your Etsy shops.. These posts will go up every Monday!
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Bullseye Glass Arrives in Los Angeles
Technically it’s South Pasadena, but that’s still in Los Angeles County. Welcome Bullseye Glass to the Los Angeles area! I couldn’t be happier. It is literally a three minute drive, in traffic, from my studio. I’ll be attending my first … Read More...
Tutorial: Miniature Donuts
Stéphanie Kilgast – aka Petit Plat – makes some of the prettiest food miniatures out there. She also shares videos, photos and tutorials all the time including this sweet miniature donut one to try. If you can’t find the right … Read More...
Crafted Applique book and blog hop
Piece or applique? Most quilters prefer one over the other. Those firmly in the piece camp may want to pick up a copy of Lara Buccella’s new book Crafted Applique: New Possibilities. Lara teaches a variation of raw edge … Read More...
Birthday Cake Cookie and Pudding Pie
photo credit: The Cookie Writer
Is it a cake, cookie or pie? The flavors of a cake in cookie and pudding form made into a pie. I may have to make up some birthdays to have an excuse to make … Read More...
Mint Julep Derby Ice Cream Float with Homemade Mint Ice Cream
photo credit: Boulder Locavore
The Derby may be over, but you can still enjoy this ice cream float throughout the summer. You can serve a non-alcoholic version to the kids to enjoy and then follow Toni’s direction for the adult … Read More...
Strawberry Chocolate Cake
photo credit: OMG Chocolate Desserts
How yummy does this look? I’m not a chocolate lover, but would be happy to see a sliver of this on my plate. Vera from OMG Chocolate Desserts has assured her readers this is a … Read More...
KFC Edible Nail Polish
photo credit: Money CNN
The Far East come up with some really far out ideas. Have you seen the new nail polish created for Hong Kong customers? Kentucky Fried Chicken and Ogilvy & Mather have created an edible nail polish. … Read More...
Vegan Avocado Caprese Pasta Salad
photo credit: Emilie Eats
I love caprese salads in any form, but I think I love this vegan version even better. Using avocado in place of the cheese, perfection! Emilie Eats using brown rice pasta. I have to say that … Read More...
Bird’s Nest Cake Topper
photo credit: The Bakers Party Shop
This adorable bird’s nest cake topper is edible and perfect for a spring bridal shower, baby shower, garden party, and even a bird lover’s birthday cake. Esther at The Bakers Party Shop shows you … Read More...
Crafting with Items Found in Nature
With the warmer weather quickly approaching, we’ll be spending more time outside and exploring the outdoors. This post from the blog Red Ted Art has some great ideas for crafting with materials found in nature. You’ll never look at the … Read More...