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Have you tried scrapbooking with washi tape? Discover 6 clever ideas for using this addicting adhesive for fast & fun scrapbook layouts.
Create different backgrounds, make journaling cards, use to attach photos and much more.
These ideas will help you … Read More...
Mo of Mo Bedell created this dazzling quilted tote as part of the Manchester Metallics Summer Bag Challenge. She’s one of 14 talented sewers tapped to create a new summer bag featuring Robert Kaufman’s fabric line, Manchester Metallic. It’s hard … Read More...
Want to know what glue you need for your current craft project? This great glue guide by Allison at Dream a Little Bigger will help you decide just which adhesive you need to use to glue one thing onto another- … Read More...
If you’ve got a stamp that consist of all straight lines you can use those as guide lines to stitch along for some amazing added dimension to your stamped images. This map design from Neat and Tangles stamps is perfect … Read More...
The trusty old 2×4 can be one of the most versatile pieces of lumber available. It’s cheap and easy to work with. This post from DIY to Try has quite the list of things you can make with a 2×4 … Read More...
There are so many great resources out there for homeschooling, but a lot of the information has to do with older kids.
That’s why This Outnumbered Mama compiled a great resource on homeschooling in the early years, with links … Read More...
Congrats to Jeanne!
If you have a guy — big or little — who you like to knit for, you probably know it can be frustrating to find sweaters that you want to knit and that they want to wear.… Read More...
This may be the perfect summer top! Sleeveless and high neck, and shaped at the sides. It’s the Pam top by Daniela from On The Cutting Floor, and she’s sharing the pattern for free! Her free pattern comes in women’s … Read More...
This is a fun little project perfect for a summertime craft maybe to teach someone how to crochet? I bet they would make fun party favors or little gifts? It is a video tutorial by Petite Charm Cafe and really … Read More...
These cute cactus cupcakes would be great during a summer party. The cactus are made of paper from a paper die glued to a toothpick. Although we prefer everything to be edible on top of the cake, sometimes you have … Read More...
Seed beads have been a great supply for jewelry making for many years. Their tiny size can put the perfect touch to any piece you are making, but this tutorial shows just how you can make a bracelet (or a … Read More...
Here is some popcorn that would be cute for a beach or sea themed party. Beth at Hungry Happenings turns ordinary popcorn into fun, sandy, and candy shell filled popcorn. This does have peanut butter in it, so you may … Read More...
Pineapples are a fun shape to use in all sorts of projects, but did you know they’re actually a symbol of welcome?
So they’re the perfect fruit to use in this Pineapple Cross-Stitch Welcome Sign project from Imagine Gnats. The … Read More...
Some of you make be sick of the mason jar craze, but we still love working with them. How can you resist this cute watermelon cake in a mason jar? The jars are much easier to carry around than a … Read More...
Bonnie from Whisk ‘Em shares a tutorial for her Ultimate Pool Bag. It carries like a backpack and has towel loops on the back. Inside the bag are pockets to hold sunscreen, swim diapers, and more. The zipper goes around … Read More...
I really love the simplicity and beauty of the layered crepe cakes. I’m still working on making crepes, but luckily I can buy pre-made crepes. I just need to make the filling and layer to enjoy this dessert. Serene from … Read More...
Of course we highly recommend playing and creating with your food. We also love the idea of homemade gifts for family and friends. Especially during the holidays. Making chocolate is one of those creative gifts that many give to others. … Read More...
Here is a project that is both fun and slightly creepy! Mark Montano captured bugs in resin! They are actually plastic toy bugs, bug Mark used DecoArt’s Metallic Lustres to them and make them look like rare beetles, which I … Read More...
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...
As someone that doesn’t like a heavy breakfast in the summer, smoothies are the perfect go to breakfast. I also like the fact that I can take it with me on the road. I’m not a coffee drinker and this … Read More...
