The AARP blog’s recent post on the reasons why knitting can make you happier is a great reminder of the many benefits of this wonderful hobby. It highlights that knitting is not only a great creative and calming activity, but … Read More...
Tutorial: Mini stocking fridge magnets to collect Christmas wish lists
The kids are back to school and Halloween is just around the corner, which means that Christmas will be here sooner than you know. Jill from Creating My Way to Success created a set of mini stocking fridge magnets to … Read More...
Vanilla Custard Ice Cream Panda Bear Cones
This is probably my favorite of Beth’s creations. I am a bear fan and pandas are one of my favorites. Summer is still here and the weather is still hot and perfect for ice cream. Create this one and many … Read More...
A whole bunch of pretty ideas for elegant Halloween decorations
Over at the blog The Frosted Petticoat there are a ton of pretty photos of an elegant Halloween decorations. Most of the ideas are common creepy objects simply arranged with pretty elegant ones. The combo is a great look. One … Read More...
The Secret To Getting Whiter Whites In Your Laundry
Laundry is not always everyone’s favorite subject when it comes to homemaking. It’s tedious and sometimes frustrating to get it all done in the amount of time you have. And even worse, those whites don’t always come out looking the brilliant … Read More...
Tutorial: Reusable snack pouches, 2 quick ways to make them
Packing school lunches means lots of plastic baggies getting used one time and thrown away. That’s no good. Amy from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop shows how you can sew up some reusable snack bags in no time. She shows two variations … Read More...
Easy DIY Back To School Art Jar!
Are you ready for a fun and super easy back to school craft project? Try Making an art jar for a teacher or to encourage creativity in a little one going back to school this fall with this tutorial from … Read More...
Gingersnap Cookie Butter
Oh snap! Are you into the cookie butter spreads! Here is another one to try made with gingersnap cookies. My mouth is already watering just thinking about it. The spreads are so easy to make. One spoonful of the cookie … Read More...
Did You Know Cute Work Out Clothes Will Motivate You More?
According to Huffington Post having cute workout clothes is more likely to motivate you to get to the gym or to workout. Really? You might recall my previous post about gym clothes 30 days of DIY workout clothes on a … Read More...
Free Pattern – Alpaca In A Sweater
This Little Alpaca is feeling the cold so he was popped on his sweater to beat the chill. This adorable drawing is from Follow the White Bunny. You can download and print off the free pattern here.
Free Printable Coloring Page Bookmarks
I love the look of these bookmarks, don’t you? Print them out and let your kids color them as they please. Perhaps having personalized bookmarks will encourage them to not only read, but also help them keep track of schoolwork … Read More...
Giveaway Reminder: Stampin’ Up Card Kit
Hurry up…….you’ve got one more day to enter to win the August giveaway for the Stampin’ Up Paper Pumpkin kit.
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-Heather
Tutorial: Little girl’s sundress from dad’s dress shirt
Dad’s unwanted dress shirt can become a cute new sundress for your little girl. Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how to do it. It’s super easy, with elastic thread shirring to create a stretchy bodice. Ribbon … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled jeans sunglasses case
Claire from Pillar Box Blue shows how you can make a sunglasses case out of an old pair of jeans. It’s made from the top of the jeans, and you’ll end up with a bonus pocket on the front of … 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!
Shop Handmade … Read More...
5 Reasons Scrapbooking Is Good for Your Health
I know I’m preaching to the choir here, but if you need some additional confirmation that scrapbooking is good for you on many different levels, check out this post by Jeannette Lynton of Close to My heart. She gives five … Read More...
Pork Chorizo Sliders with Eggless Mayonaise
I love a good burger occasionally, but I have to order the kids size because the restaurants make them so big. I was happy when the sliders came out. Small bite size and I feel full, but not gut busting … Read More...
No Bake Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Cups
OMG! The only downfall of this job, are these yummy recipes that are so tempting. Like grocery shopping, I really shouldn’t work on these articles on an empty stomach. I’ll make it for my daughter and friends and try not … Read More...
Project: DIY Mini Coloring Book
Coloring books are all the rage right now but you don’t have to buy one you can make your own. Using a broad black marker and doodle up some of your own pages and bind them together to make a … Read More...
Twinkie Clone Donut
I think these look better than the real Twinkie! I had my share of Twinkies growing up and to be honest, I didn’t care for them as much as an adult. Yes, it was before they weren’t going to make … Read More...