Baskets are a perennial trend in home decor, but especially this time of year when we’re all trying to get a little more organized.
With this pattern for a geometric basket from purl3agony, you can use up some of your … Read More...
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by Sarah White
Baskets are a perennial trend in home decor, but especially this time of year when we’re all trying to get a little more organized.
With this pattern for a geometric basket from purl3agony, you can use up some of your … Read More...
Portability is not a word you’d use to describe most quilter’s design walls. And that’s okay, because we use them to lay out our overall quilt design. But what about the step before this, where you design and piece your … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
These Hearts on a String sachets would make a sweet Valentine’s gift. Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making them. They’re pretty all on a string together, or you could also make them as individual sachets.
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by Dana Hinders
Turning 30 is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that deserves a special celebration. Wonderful DIY has a roundup of 7 clever themes for your 30th birthday party, ranging from a party with splashy gold accents to a roaring 20s themed bash. Click … Read More...
Do you happen to save your heart shape candy boxes from previous Valentine’s Days? If so here is a fun way to use the bottom to make a new decoration for this year. Pop on over to the blog Twitchetts … Read More...
by Katie Smith
I am a huge book worm, I love reading both fiction and non fiction and I especially love a good craft book! So does Carmen, of Carmen Whitehead Designs and she just recently shared her top 5 favorite books for … Read More...
Be honest, how many times have you gone to the craft store to pick up some supplies, only to find an awesome deal on something you just HAVE to have? Well, there are simply some things that should not be … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
A turban headband might be your secret weapon against a bad hair day. The Littlest Studio shows how you can make one. The wide stretch knit headband is cinched in the middle to make a perfect bow shape. It’s quick … Read More...
This toy car has been hacked or let’s say upgraded to be a Drawing Bot. With a few basic supplies your young Scientist can create this fun project to stimulate their mind. DIY Car Bot
Persia Lou shares this step by step plastic canvas tutorial for a floral Clutch. I love how this project comes across as youthful and full of modern day creativity. So often we see Plastic Canvas crafts referred to as Granny … Read More...
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If you’re looking for paper crafting inspiration Paper Pumpkin is here to inspire you and bring creativity to your door each and every month. Paper Pumpkin is a subscription kit brought … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how you can make a zippered lunch bag. It’s a rectangular bag with a front panel that opens fully so you have easy access to the bag’s contents. It’s lined with vinyl … Read More...
With the recent hype of the new Star Wars movie, fans around the globe are showing their love for the Dark Side in many different ways. Why not show your fandemonium with a unique piece of jewelry? This Darth Vader … Read More...
by Katie Smith
One of my favorite types of DIY’s to feature here on Indie Crafts are business card holders! As an indie crafter/business owner I give out a lot of business cards so these types of projects are always something I’m looking … Read More...
… Read More...Got lots and lots of small embellishments and other small bits and pieces that are driving you mad in your creative space? Follow along with Christi as she takes you on a tour of all her bins, boxes and baskets.
… Read More...Valentine’s Day is a special holiday that is all about expressing love and affection to the people we care about. If you’re looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate this holiday, consider making some easy DIY Valentine’s Day
I am officially please to share my first Star Wars recycled craft project thanks to Julia for sending in this link to Wholesale Party Supplies where there is a great tutorial on how to make a Stormtrooper pinata out of … Read More...

Cake pops are still a great party dessert or favor. They are a great addition to a small cake for a birthday party. These would be really cute at a teddy bear tea party. Gaby from Gaby’s Special Treats takes … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Last minute baby shower invite? Denise from Pieced Brain shows how you can make these baby diaper burp cloths. The embellished pre-folded diapers are a common way to make burp cloths that are durable and absorbent. Her tutorial uses flannel … Read More...