Paper quilling has been around for quite some time, but thanks to the versatility of options you have when creating these tiny works of art, crafters everywhere have brought the trend to the surface once again. This tutorial shows you … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled denim monogrammed gift tags
Claire from Pillar Box Blue shows how you can make these gift tags out of recycled denim. This is a great way to use up some of you smaller denim scraps left over from other recycled jeans projects. They also … 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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Got Photos? | Try These 10 Handmade Christmas Photo Gifts
Looking for a new way to gift all those photos? As scrapbookers we certainly don’t lack for photos, but sometimes we want to make a change from gifting albums or brag books. Take a look at these 10 ideas collected … Read More...
Polymer Clay Poinsettias
Jessa of Sparkle Living has a pretty good reason to deck her hall in polymer clay poinsettias rather than the real deal: she has a dog who eats things. Since poinsettias are not so good for your pet she decided … Read More...
Tutorial: Meowy Christmas stocking
Oh, I am loving this Meowy Christmas stocking! Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial for making it, plus a free image for the cute Meowy Christmas graphic. You can import the graphic into cutting machine software to cut it … Read More...
Crostini Three Ways
Here is a great appetizer for your holiday parties or even New Year’s Eve party. These actually look good for a small lunch or afternoon snack. Something a little healthier to enjoy during the football games. A great dinner for … Read More...
Stroop Waffel House Mug Toppers
What a great idea to cure those winter blues and add an extra delight to your coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. Plus, the chimney actually works as the steam escapes from your hot beverage. You can have fun making these … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric tic-tac-toe game
Tic tac toe, three in a row! Karin from Leigh Laurel Studios shows how you can make a fabric tic-tac-toe game. The game board is made from fabric, as are the X’s and O’s. There’s a drawstring bag to store … Read More...
Apricot Orange Protein Balls
Need some extra energy for the last minute shopping or late night wrapping. Grab some of these protein balls to get you through the final days and hours. These would be great for a snack for your outdoor activities. They … Read More...
10 Unique Art Show Displays to Inspire
Do you have any art/craft shows coming up?
Carmen Whitehead is a fellow indie artist and does a lot of local shows around her home so I imagine she’s learned a thing or two about setting up booth displays. While … Read More...
Free Printable Inspirational Bookmarks
Sometimes all we need is a little encouragement to keep going or to give something a go. These free printable bookmarks are filled with motivational quotes to help motivate even the most stubborn readers. Free Printable Bookmarks.
Piggy Bella Free Pattern
I have no words for this adorable little piggy pattern. He looks so happy in the little girls pocket. This little piggy is perfect for little hands or mummies handbag. You can grab the free pattern from Croby Patterns here.… Read More...
Last Minute DIY Fissing Bath Dough Gift
Mix this up and pop it into some pretty jars to create a last minute gift for young and old. The recipe is so easy to follow and you could double the batch and make a few jar’s at once. … Read More...
Project: Shaker Gift Card Holder
This amazing gift card holder is made with all the current trendy supplies, it’s got sequins, acetate, vellum and twine and it’s also a shaker! Find directions for making this fun card over on the Hero Arts blog.
-Heather
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DIY Felt Tree Wall Hanging
I love this felt Christmas tree by Amy from Delineate your Dwelling! Amy created this tree using multiple colors of felt and used it as a wall hanging decoration. I love the bright colors. I think it would be lovely … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple unlined zipper pouch
LiEr from Ikat Bag has just kicked off her Zip a Bag series, all about making bags with zippers
. The first tutorial keeps things simple, showing how to add a zipper to a simple unlined pouch. A simple zippered … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux Sea Glass
For the most part, Fimo polymer clay is pretty interchangeable. You can do a lot of things with all the clays. Of course, some are better than others. For example, while I’ve caned with Sculpey 3
… it’s soft enough … Read More...
December’s Quilt of the Month | IQSCM
Put your holiday To-Do-List aside for a moment and enjoy some material culture. The International Quilt Study Center & Museum (IQSCM) share on their website the December 2015 Quilt of the Month. It is,
… Read More...Deer in Wedgewood
Bertha A. Meckstroth
Freebie: Winter Words Edge Card
You can download an SVG cut file for this cool “Winter Wishes” word edge card for free over at Bird’s Cards. Click here.
-Heather
Check out more SVG files and bundles over at Design Bundles