Traveling this summer? Check out these four tips from Kimberly Kalil to the perfect no-stress travel journal.
She’s broken down how she was able to physically document a recent trip to Europe by keeping these four things in mind. Most … Read More...
Two summer quilt blocks + tutes
Diana, of Red Delicious Life, created two quilt blocks as part of the Fabri-Quilt New Block Hop (over now). The first one, Dutch Windmill, uses a method of construction that gave her pause. She explains,
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Happy 4th of July Craft Gossip Readers and Crafters!
This is a giant flag decoration I made with the help of my friends and family. They each put a hand print on it. I drew light pencil lines and then did the hand lettering within the stripes of some … Read More...
Giveaway: Mini Skein Knits
Congratulations to Duane!
First off, let me say that June was spectacularly crazy for me, but things will be getting better after this week. So if you’ve won a giveaway and haven’t received your prize yet, or you’re wondering why … Read More...
For The Boys – DIY Nunchucks
Thanks to the Teenage mutant ninja turtles,I don’t think any child (boy or girl) will get through childhood without wanting a pair of these. Why do I like this project so much? Well they are made of foam and trust … Read More...
Machine Embroidery – Dress Front
This free Embroidery design is for the full front of a dress or top. The design is available for download at Embroideryshristi.com
If you use this design pop back and share your feedback. How beautiful would this look on a … Read More...
Crochet & Fabric Wallets
These are adorable and the perfect little purse for your handbag or date night bag. Assuming of course you are lucky enough to go out on dates. I don’t care where I go as long as it means I don’t … 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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How to Use Movement to Help Teach Math
Anything that gets kids up and moving is a great thing, and connecting learning and moving is even better because it helps make connections in the brain that might not happen when learning at a desk. Plus, it’s just more … Read More...
Freebie: Happy 4th of July
For our readers in the US have a Happy Fourth of July!!
Download this adorable coloring page from Drodd (scroll down a few images).
-Heather
Looking for 4th of July decorations? Check these supplies out.
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5 Ideas for July 4th Scrapbook Layouts
Happy Fourth of July! Once the celebrations are over today, you’ll be looking for ideas to scrapbook all the memories! Here are five great layouts that you can use as inspiration or templates. You’ll find a bunch of different ways … Read More...
Tequila Sunrise Cupcakes
Do you love sweet tropical drinks? If you are a fan of Tequila Sunrise as a cocktail, then you are going to enjoy it as a cupcake. Lindsay Conchar is a new contributor at The Cake Blog and she shares … Read More...
Coffee Waffle Cone
Here is an interesting way to enjoy your coffee after dinner this summer. Let the kids enjoy their favorite milk in the waffle cones. Obviously, this doesn’t allow you to enjoy your coffee over a long period of time, but … Read More...
Tutorial: Throw pillow with a repurposed button placket closure
Upcycle some old button up shirts into a pretty new pillow cover! Pam from Threading My Way shares a tutorial showing how. The closure for the pillow cover is ready made, repurposed from one of the shirts’ button plackets. So … Read More...
The 4th of July in Polymer Clay
Want to see what fabulous work polymer clayers doing for the 4th of July? Have a peek at Flickr and check it out. Adorable food minis, beads, canes, jewellery and way more.
Looking for 4th of July decorations? Check these … Read More...
Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad
I’m always looking for a good pasta salad recipe. I love how this one has lots of vegetables included and it can be made ahead of time. Lori from Recipe Girl shares how she creates her vegetable pasta salad. You … Read More...
50 Must do DIY Crafts
There have been so many great project ideas and inspiring things around the internet lately that has me wanting to craft 24/7. You too? Well, Fran from Fall For DIY rounded up 50 DIY crafts that have been posted over … Read More...
Chocolate Drizzled Fruit Kabobs
We can’t get enough fruit, especially fresh picked berries in the summer. As much as we try to be healthy, sometimes you need something a little sweeter like chocolate. Alexis at Hummusapien has combined the fruit with chocolate for the … Read More...
Free pattern: Perfect Beach Dress
Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for her Perfect Beach Dress. I love it! It would also be a Perfect Pool Dress, or a Perfect Running Errands on a Hot Summer Day Dress. Her free pattern comes … Read More...
Milk and Cereal Breakfast Popsicles
I really miss the lazy days of summer as a kid. No care in the world, no responsibilities, and the freedom to do whatever you want day to day. Usually, breakfast in the summer was cereal. If it was really … Read More...