Whether it’s self-inflicted from too much drinking or you have caught a virus. This round-up of 10 home cures is worth a try right? Let me just say there are a few I would not do such as drinking Onion … Read More...
Project: Mixed Media Fabric Panel
Using stencils, paste, ink sprays and stamps you can make a wonderful fabric panel wall hanging. Finish it off with ribbon, flowers and embellishments. Learn all the techniques for this mixed media art piece from Tammy Tutterow over on the … Read More...
Upcycled Soda Bottle Pencil Case
If you are anything like me, you have seen this idea posted in other places, fell in love with it, and yet have still not made one. I even saw some of these already made on the shelves at one … Read More...
Tutorial: Boys messenger bag
Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a free pattern for this boys’ messenger bag. It works just as well for girls, but she designed it specifically for her boys to carry. She made two versions – one with a large … Read More...
Free pattern: Funky Door Stop with a Handle
Have a door you need to keep propped open? Or perhaps you want to keep it from banging back against a wall? This door stop will do the trick. It even has a handle to make it easy to move. … Read More...
Free Printables | August Document It from Simple Stories
Join Amber, founder and Creative Director at Simple Stories, as she takes you through her Life Documented memory planner for August. Learn tips and tricks for decorating your pages and dividers, and for noting down those oh so important family … Read More...
Shop Hand Made 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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Sewing Tutorial: Recycled jeans apron
You can make a cute – and sturdy – apron out of a pair of jeans. Creative Green Living shows how in a tutorial on their blog. The bib of the apron is made from the lower portion of one … Read More...
50+ Ideas for Lunch on a Stick
Is it me or does it seem like kids will eat anything you put on a stick? It could be something they would never think to try before; but you put it on a stick and it looks appealing. I’m … Read More...
DIY Duck Tape Pennant Pencil Pouch for Back to School
Here is a fabulous tutorial on how to make Pennant Pencil Pouches (inspired by vintage school pennants) from duct tape! What? Yep, Duct Tape!
This tutorial was shared by Alexis on the Persia Lou blog and I think it is … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Little girls’ dress from a recycled t-shirt and dress shirt
These little girls’ dresses are the cutest!! They’re a mash-up of a recycled t-shirt and a dress shirt. Krisha from Jacks and Kate shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. I’m loving how the graphics on the t-shirt … Read More...
The Best Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
When I eat a cookie, I want it to be soft and chewy. The gluten-free cookies that I have tried are usually the opposite. Michaell at Foodscape is in agreement with me and has created a softer gluten-free chocolate chip … Read More...
Tutorial: Monogrammed jumbo tote
Lia Griffith shows how you can make this jumbo monogrammed tote. She mixes a burlap with a bright cotton print for a color block (and texture block) effect. The large monogram is a nice way to tie the two parts … Read More...
White Chocolate Cinnamon Roll Energy Bites
Some of these energy bites just don’t sound healthy, not that I’m complaining. Although, when you think about what you crave when you are hungry, the names seem just about right. I’m all about the easy snack or quick breakfast … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make a new ironing board cover
I don’t think there are many of us who think ironing is fun, but maybe a pretty new cover for your ironing board might make it a little bit more palatable. Angela from Handmade in the Heartland shows how you … Read More...
6 Ideas To Use Up Your Wood Scraps
Do you have a bunch of odd shaped wood scraps laying around that you just can’t seem to decide what to do with? Maybe you’re just looking for a fun new project to try your hand at. These 6 ideas … Read More...
Sashiko Embroidery Clay Necklace
Last week we shared some Sashiko (Japanese Embroidery) tutorials with you. This week we are stepping outside the box and sharing this tutorial for Sashiko Embroidery but with a difference. You are not going to use cloth for this tutorial … Read More...
Big Easy Crochet Bag Pattern
This Crochet bag was created using this Free Crochet Bag Pattern. This bag has a nice chunky style to it making it perfect for bohemian and gypsy style looks. Perfect for a day at the beach, walking the market … Read More...
How To Avoid A Pony Tail Dent
I didn’t realize that Ponytail dent was an actual issue in the world. How do I cure my pony tail dent?
Simple just pop it back into a pony tail or wash it of course.
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Project: Milk Carton Treat Box
Send the kids back to school in style with a treat inside on of these adorable milk carton boxes. The Cardmaker blog has scoring and folding directions for making them. Add a fun chalkboard stamped label on the outside to … Read More...