Weaving in ends is a chore that most knitters do not enjoy, and we have developed some ways around the problem, whether it’s allowing tiny knots to join ends or making a felted join.
My Poppet has a variation … Read More...
Looking for some inspiration for your weekend crafting?
Are you looking for some ideas for a new handmade Spring wreath? This post has over 20 ideas that you will love! They all have such bright and vibrant colors, and have their own unique twist to all things Spring. … Read More...
Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Although carrot cake is good any time, you could make these carrot cake cupcakes for your Easter celebration. Does anyone leave carrots for the Easter bunny? We never did, which is kind of strange since we left cookies for Santa. … Read More...
I (Heart) U Cross Stitch Pattern
I actually found this Free Chart back in February but it was too late for Valentine’s day. I knew I just had to share it so here I am back with the whole lovey dovey hearts and flowers stuff again.… Read More...
Crochet Video – Pom Pom Edging
This Crochet video tutorial is for pom pom edging. We get so many request for this edging. This tutorial is UK based so hooks and yarn are in UK terms.
Art Lesson – Puffy Easter Chicks
Don’t stress it’s not that hard and you don’t need a whole pile of materials. Here is what you will need.
- White shaving cream
- Elmer’s glue
- Yellow food coloring
- Orange and patterned scrapbook paper
- Googly eyes
Full tutorial and lot’s … Read More...
Project: 3D Paper Fairy or Hobbit House
Shelley Hickox turn a simple birdhouse die into the most adorable home that any tiny fairy or hobbit would love to move right into! She used stamps for the architecture and moss for the roof. Check out her blog, Stamptramp … Read More...
DIY Fruit Stamped Easter Eggs
See how to create these fun and colorful Fruit Stamped Easter Eggs with this tutorial by Amy at Delineate Your Dwelling! Amy shows how she made these ADORABLE miniature stamps out of……(wait for it)……. pencil erasers! How fun and teeny! … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy knit fabric pillowcase
Kelly from Handmade Boy shows how you can make a pillowcase from knit fabric. If you’ve been wanting to try your hand at sewing on knit fabric, this would be a good project to start with. You can sew it … Read More...
18 Budget-Friendly Wedding Décor DIY’s
Weddings are not cheap. There is not other way to put it. Even when you try to do things on a budget, there are still some things that are simply expensive. If you have a pretty tight budget to stick … Read More...
Etsy Shop Tip: Increase Your Traffic and Get More Sales
You know I love sharing useful information for fellow indie business owners! My Etsy shop is currently on vacation but I’m hoping to get it back up and running soon, and I found this post over on Creativelive rather interesting! … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux Chocolate Bunny Baskets
Paul and Lianne of Swirly Designs have another Easter tutorial on the Sculpey site. I really enjoyed their last one for egg cup bunnies even if mine turned out nowhere near as adorable and this one is just as perfect.… Read More...
Blog Handmade Link Up
It’s time for another week of Blog Handmade! What is that? It is a weekly feature I started here at Indie Crafts that will goes up every Friday!
Blog Handmade is a weekly link up by indiecrafts.craftgossip.com where handmade bloggers … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage inspired lace barette
Fave Crafts shows how you can use your left over bits of lace and buttons to make a vintage inspired barette. It’s super easy and oh so pretty!! It’s a good project to use up small lace scraps and your … Read More...
Low-Carb Donettes (Copycat Hostess)
Is it me or do you crave items more when you cut them out of your diet. I don’t eat donuts often. After cutting back on carbs, I want them every day! Especially the Hostess mini donuts that I loved … Read More...
Free pattern: Easter bunny bag with floppy ears and a tail
Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a free pattern for this floppy ear bunny bag. It is adorable made from the pink seersucker with the chenille ears! The front has a cute bunny face, and the back has a pom … Read More...
DIY Colorable Triskele Paper Globes
If you’re a fan of adult coloring books, you know how relaxing and enjoyable coloring can be. But have you ever thought about taking your coloring skills to the next level? Manja at Hattifant has come up with a unique … Read More...
Converse Shoe Cake
Because there is more than just St. Patrick’s Day and Easter to celebrate in March. Besides my own birthday, I have 6 others this month. This Converse shoe cake is perfect for the kids and teens celebrating birthdays. Tisa from … Read More...
Tutorial: Make your own binding
Most of us can crank out quilt tops and maybe even sandwiches with no problem. But, what about the finish? Fear of binding is for reals y’all. But Tova, of Professor Pincushion, aims to help us out. In her … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy flatlocking on a home serger
Usually when you join two pieces of fabric, you layer one piece on top of another and then sew them together. But when you flatlock, the two pieces of fabric are butted up next to each other, with stitches going … Read More...