It is May and Summer is officially on the way! Here are some really fun crafting ideas to fit into your teen’s summer plans.
Menucha at Moms and Crafters rounded up this awesome collection of restyled clothing and shoes, sunglasses, … Read More...
Giveaway: Under 100 Knit Collection
Congratulations to Donna!
It’s become a semiannual tradition to give away a copy of the Under 100 Knit Collection from Knit Picks because there’s always such a great response to it.
This book packs 30 patterns, for projects ranging from … Read More...
Pretend Play – Mail Boxes
Here is a round up of 15 different versions of a DIY pretend Play Letter box. My kids loved playing Post Offices. It allowed us to write on post cards, play with stamps and as the got older we sent … Read More...
20 Body Image Books For Girls
A Mighty Girl.com shares this round up of 20 of the best Body image books. I plan to grab some of these from the library today so I will let you know which ones my daughter recommends.
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Crochet A Backpack
Here is another cute project from Yarnplaza.com. This tutorial or pattern is for a child’s sized backpack. I must say its very sweet and I wish I had it when we went on a recent holiday. The only problem I … Read More...
Project: Stamped and Painted Journal Cover
If you have a plain fabric journal, notebook, scrapbook or organizer dress it up with some paints and stamps like Lea did. She painted the cover of a denim notebook with gesso, using stencils and paint for the sea and … Read More...
Free pattern: Eve pleated blouse
The Eve pleated blouse is a beautiful top for everyday wear or for dressing up. Mayra from So Sew Easy shares the pattern for free! Wear it with jeans or shorts or a skirt or suit. Her free pattern fits … Read More...
Free pattern: Argyle Christmas Quilt
Meredith, of Olivia Jane Handcrafted, showcases fabric from the Argyle Christmas collection in her merry quilt. Sizable diamonds carefully laid out gives each piece a chance to shine (excuse the pun).
Start now and you’ll have it ready to deck … Read More...
Tutorial: Roll up travel toiletry organizer
Mike at The Crafty Gentleman shows how you can make a roll up travel organizer for your toiletries. The organizer makes it easy to pack your toiletries for a trip. You can make the pockets any size you wish to … 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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S’mores Hi Hat Cookie
A fancier s’mores, but still yummy, chocolatey and gooey! A s’more that can be enjoyed at a bridal shower, baby shower or your next book club. Because s’mores are for camping and the kids, right? Not! I think I miss … Read More...
Captain America Slushy Cocktail
This summer seems like the battle of the super heroes. If you and your friends plan on seeing “Captain America: Civil War”, you may want to surprise them with this cocktail before the movie. Or save this recipe for your … Read More...
Carrot Apple Ice Cream
Warm weather will be here soon, and that means it will be popsicle and ice cream season. Here is a very easy, simple, and healthy treat for the summer. Especially for those toddlers looking at their older siblings, wishing for … Read More...
Key Lime Pound Cake with Key Lime Glaze
Whether for Cinco de Mayo or Mother’s Day, your key lime pie lover will enjoy this pound cake made from scratch. A great dessert for the summer months. Right now I’m thinking tropical breezes and warm sunshine, which is better … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew elastic bookmarks
Steph from The Silly Pearl shows how you can make elastic ribbon bookmarks, with no sewing required. They’d make awesome teacher gifts, especially if given wrapped around a book or journal or with a book store gift card attached. This … Read More...
Tutorial: Bird Nest Hairpins
With all the Spring going on around me, I got asked to make someone a birds nest for their fairy garden. Which lead me to see how other clayers were doing their bird’s nest designs. Here’s a nice simple one… Read More...
Shredded Mexican Chicken
We’ll have Mexican night at my house for Cinco de Mayo. Not much of a stretch since we have Mexican at least once a week. Rather than our usual tacos, I’ll give this chicken recipe a try. According to Tara … Read More...
Strawberry Nutella Puff Pastry Sandwiches
Berry season will be in full swing soon. Which is good cause it is hard to find decent fresh berries in the store. With the exception of strawberries. Right now they are the best bet for berry desserts, like this … Read More...
Mexican Garlic Soup With Oregano and Fresh Lime – Free Recipe
When my family isn’t feeling well, we go for the classic chicken soup to feel better. When you are down with the flu, you can get tired of the same old classic chicken soup. I’m learning garlic is something that … Read More...
Salted Lime Sherbet
All the flavors of a margarita in a dish. You can add a splash of tequila on top if you would like the full margarita experience. Otherwise, the whole family can enjoy this dish for Cinco de Mayo or make … Read More...