Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a free pattern for a girls basic tank top. It has classic lines and a slim fit that makes it a summertime wardrobe staple. Her free pattern comes in girls’ sizes 18 months – … Read More...
New Home Cookies
photo credit: Bake at 350
Do you know someone moving into their first home or have a new neighbor moving in next door. These cookies will make them feel welcomed into their new home. Maybe you are a realtor and … Read More...
How to make flair corkboards
I love when a project is pretty even if it isn’t being used for a practical purpose but when it can do both that is a really great design. Over at Awwe, Sam there is a great tutorial on how … Read More...
DIY Star Wars BB-8 Cupcakes
photo credit: Baking Mischief
BB-8 cupcakes for graduation? Yes, I know some kids that would love these for graduation and I think BB-8 would look cute with a graduation cap. If you are planning a Star Wars party this summer, … Read More...
How To Make Paper Beads
Looking for a fun craft for your kiddos to do while they are on Summer vacation? Paper beads are one of the most simple ways of jewelry making you can do and thanks to the versatility of it, you can … Read More...
Video tutorial: Sewing neoprene
Neoprene used to be just for wet suits, but more and more people are using it to make fasion clothing. Have you tried it yet? Check out this video by Tova from Professor Pincushion. She shows how to cut, sew, … Read More...
Old-Fashioned Butterscotch Lollipops
photo credit: Wanna Come With?
I can remember searching jacket pockets for butterscotch candy when I was little. I loved the sweet and buttery flavor of the hard candy. I still love that flavor today, and looking forward to making … Read More...
Slow Cooker Corn on the Cob
photo credit: The Yummy Life
I’m always looking for new ways to cook corn on the cobb. Last summer I learned how to make corn on the cob in a cooler for a crowd. Now I can make corn on … Read More...
Making Metal Letters That Aren’t Actually Metal
With the modern/industrial look being SO HOT right now, there’s a chance you’ve probably considered how you can incorporate it into your own home. If you seem to be having a hard time finding that perfect metal piece to decorate … Read More...
Healthy Brownie Batter Overnight Dessert Oats
photo credit: Desserts with Benefits
Overnight oatmeal seem to be the newest trend, this one can be for breakfast or dessert. A healthy choice that makes you feel kind of guilty, but in a good way. I’m liking this trend, … Read More...
Pretend Play – Tea Bags
Is time for a Cup of tea? These pretend play Tea bags a are very sweet and are even weighted with rice. Add a china tea set or play set for a complete morning tea pretend play activity.
So Kitsch! Owl Toilet Covers – Free Crochet Pattern
This is so ridiculously kitsch I just had to share it with you. I know for a fact that my Grandma would have proudly displayed something like this in her bathroom — and honestly, the more I look at it, … Read More...
Lime Loofah Soap Tutorial
Lime Loofah Soap Recipe
3 oz opaque Melt and Pour soap base
1 Sliced Loofah
15 drops of lime essential oil
1 Tbs Aloe Vera gel
Green Coloring
Soap Mold
You can melt the base soap in a double … 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 … Read More...
Tutorial: Covered button bolster pillow
A giant fabric covered button makes the perfect embellishment for this gathered bolster pillow! Jennifer Mathis from Ellison Lane shares a tutorial at the Dritz blog, Make Something, showing how you can make one. This would be so pretty in … Read More...
Projects: Three Stamped Mermaid Cards
Summer will soon be here and that means cards, scrapbook pages and paper crafting projects with beachy inspirations. I love ocean designs and one of my personal faves is mermaids! Lawn Fawn stamps is soon releasing some new clear stamp … Read More...
Giveaway: The Knitting All Around Stitch Dictionary
Martha is the winner!
My love of stitch dictionaries is well documented. They’re so fun to look through, play with and get inspired by.
One of the potential problems with using stitch patterns in projects, though, is that they can … Read More...
Paper Mache Floral Centerpiece Letters
Paper mache flowers are kind of a big deal right now, not just in the crafting and party world, but in weddings as well. Now, I know what you might be thinking. Paper Mache? Isn’t that tacky? Check out this … Read More...
Tutorial: Spectrum Clutch
Use your fabric scraps to create this beautiful spectrum clutch! Heidi from Fabric Mutt shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. The zippered pouch would make a wonderful gift, or keep it for yourself! I’m sure you could … Read More...
Craft Room Idea – Ikea kids storage with counter tops
Pam cleverly uses Ikea children’s furniture and laminate counter tops from the ReStore to build an affordable craft room storage unit for her office.
In this post she explains how it all came together, and why it works perfectly for … Read More...