Fanny packs are back again, y’all. But now they’re called belt bags, which does sound quite a bit nicer. Even nicer than that is a belt bag made from your favorite fabrics, and Spoonflower has a tutorial showing how you … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: No-sew lattice back t-shirt
Anne from WobiSobi shows how you can make this lattice back tee, with no sewing required. She starts with a plain t-shirt, and then cuts and knots it to make lattice back detail. Wear it with one of those bras … Read More...
Great collection of 30 paper mache projects
I am fascinated with making dimensional shapes with paper and fiber. The collection of projects featured at Homesthetics is a wealth of inspiration. I particularly like these egg-like shapes. I like that they are a simple black and white color … Read More...
Felted Wool Balls or Beads DIY Craft Tutorial
Shalana hosts “The Funky Felter” and is showing us how to easily create homemade wool dryer balls or felted beads for decorations. In 2005 she took a fiber art course at a local community college out of curiosity and fell … Read More...
Banana Ice Cream Cone Minions
I’m in love with the cute ice cream cone animals and characters! This is probably my new favorite. I love the minions and banana ice cream. These are so cute! Beth from Hungry Happenings just keeps coming up with amazing … Read More...
Make Cute Father’s Day Photo Props
Father’s Day is a great time to get everyone together for a family photo. Add a whimsical touch to your pictures with these adorable DIY typography glasses. Visit Mr. Printables for the free download.
30 Amazing Patriotic Craft Projects
With only a couple of weeks until the 4th of July holiday, you may be starting to feel a little more patriotic each day. If you are looking for some fun craft projects to decorate your home and help you … Read More...
Stitch Along with Yarnspirations on a Summer’s Worth of Bags
Yarnspirations is hosting a three-week, three-project knit and crochet along (three patterns for each craft), with Vickie Howell providing the knit patterns and Mikey of the Crochet Crowd sharing the crochet projects.
Starting June 29, you’ll be able to pick … Read More...
How To Stop Your Yarn Splitting
As crochet patterns and stitches get more and more complicated, more complicated issues with your crochet techniques are arising.
One major problem people are having is yarn splitting as you work with it.
If you have been having trouble … Read More...
Inspiration and Freebies: Father’s Day Cards
Father’s Day is fast approaching and the Crafty Secrets blog is sharing a bunch of cool card, gift bag and scrapbook page ideas for Dad. They even have a couple of freebies to help you with your own projects, you … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Katydid dress for girls
Rachel from Imagine Gnats shares a free pattern for her Katydid Dress. It’s a simple summer sundress, perfect for everyday. The racerback dress has an elastic waist and a hem with a subtle hi-lo shape. Her free pattern comes in … Read More...
7 Ways To Add A Rustic Touch To Your Wedding Decor
If you are a bride who has been dreaming of a more casual, laid back style to her wedding, then adding a little rustic charm and details may be just what is needed. You can add a little or a … Read More...
Tutorial: Round pocket pot holder
Katie from Punk Projects, and also our Indie Crafts editor, shares a tutorial showing how you can make a circle pot holder. Actually, it’s her sister Taylor who wrote the tutorial. How’s that for a sweet sister? The pot holder … Read More...
12 Freebies and Gift ideas for Father’s Day
Ack! Father’s Day is this Sunday June 21st! Are you ready with gifts and cards? if you’re still looking for something to add a customised or handmade touch, here are 12 great freebies and ideas for Father’s Day. Looking for … Read More...
Project: Stamped Mixed Media Bag
This interesting mixed media project, a draw string bag filled with message stones, incorporates adding stamping on several different surfaces, silk, felt and stones. Penny will give you tips for stamping and coloring directly on silk and how to fuse … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: 2 ways to hem swimsuit fabric
Denise from DIY Crush shows two ways you can hem swimsuit fabric. Even if you’re not brave enough to tackle making an actual swimsuit, you could make a simple swim skirt or rash guard (swim top) out of swimsuit material. … Read More...
Corinabeads Tutorial – Ribbon Cane
This is one of the easiest tutorials to make ribbon cane I’ve seen. Thanks to Pinterest and Corinabeads.com for bringing it to us. When I learned how to make a ribbon cane it involved a lot more steps that were … Read More...
Free pattern: Ultimate Pool Bag
Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shares a free pattern for making her Ultimate Pool Bag. It’s kind of like the Swiss army knife of pool bags, really. It has a detachable clear vinyl
wet bag to hold wet suits or … Read More...
Deborah Norville to Host Knit and Crochet Now!
The yarn craft show “Knit and Crochet Now!” is getting a new host. Deborah Norville, television personality, face of a yarn line with Premier Yarns and all around crafty lady will be taking the helm of the show for its … Read More...
How to make a tea pot pin cushion and supply holder
I’ve seen a lot of things converted into a pin cushion but never one that could be hidden in such a fun way. Pop on over to the blog Sadie Seasongoods for her great tutorial on how to make a … Read More...