Have you ever had a box of nothing but broken crayons? Well, did you know you can make new crayons out of those? Not just regular crayons either- you can make them in fun shapes and in rainbow colors! … Read More...
Minion Twinkies and Other Affordable Party Ideas
If you’re a budget-conscious parent, you probably cringe when your child wants branded party supplies. Although purchased cartoon character goodies can be pricey, the minion theme is easy to implement on your own. Cupcake Diaries Blog has several adorable yet … Read More...
Nutella No Bake Bars
No bake in these hot days of summer! No bake in general is good for me, plus this recipe is gluten free. I’m sure if you wanted to make it with non gluten-free products, you could. You can also use … Read More...
Free Dog Cross Stitch Charts
Needleworks Butterfly has assembled a collection of printable image files for embroidery and cross stitch for the above dogs. There are quite a few more different breeds on their website so if you don’t see your favourite puppy here don’t … Read More...
Needlepoint Stitching Kit
Ever wanted to learn to needlepoint? This new beginner’s needlepoint class and kit was created by The Comfy Cottage with the help of designer and teacher, Beth Gantz. Geared towards those that are new to the wonderful art of … Read More...
DIY Solar Camping Lantern With Backup Candle
We loved this DIY solar lamp
because it came with a backup candle.
Let’s face it – solar lamps usually only last for so long and you have to remember to put it in the sun. This fantastic lantern comes … Read More...
5 Free Crochet Short Patterns For Summer
Crochet is a versatile and rewarding craft that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for many years. Whether you’re new to crochet or have been working with yarn for years, there’s always something new to learn and create. … Read More...
Project: Multiple Technique Shaker Card
This amazing shaker card from Kristina Werner includes lots of great techniques, like sewing, a water color background, no-line coloring technique and a salt technique. Watch her video tutorial and learn all these great tips over on her blog.… Read More...
Tutorial: Little vinyl pouch wallet
Louise fromI’m Feelin’ Crafty guest blogs at Busy Being Jennifer with a tutorial showing how you can make this fun vinyl zippered wallet. The small zippered pouch is just big enough for your ID, credit cards, and a little … Read More...
Cardboard Marble Maze
Next time the kids start complaining about being bored, grab some cardboard, straws, and a marble and encourage them to make a challenging marble maze. Tonya, from Therapy Fun Zone, helped her kids create this one by attaching the straws … Read More...
Free pattern: Women’s beach coverup
This beach coverup has me dreaming of a last hurrah summer trip down to the beach. Kimberly from Straight Stitch Designs shares the pattern in a guest post at Make It and Love It. It has a wide neck that … 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...
Documenting School Memories with Project Life®
Rebecca shares some simple solutions for documenting your child’s school year memories with Project Life® + Persnickety Prints. See how she documents her five year old’s year of Kindergarten with this great and simple project.
The focus is on photos, … Read More...
Freebie | SVG & Printable Minnie Birthday Kit
If Minne Mouse makes your little girl’s heart race, check out this adorable digital birthday kit that’s entirely free!
The kit includes:
– 1 Printable paper bag.
– 1 printable invitation.
– 1 printable cupcake topper.
– 1 printable cupcake … Read More...
Fantasy Inspirations in Clay
As show season approaches I’m poking around for ideas on how to add fantasy and quirky themes to my line. This neat bottle is done in a bit of a Steampunk design but I find that’s often got a lot … Read More...
Cats and Yarn
Cats. Ambushing. Yarn. What could be better than that?
And this list by top crochet patterns shows you 21 pictures of cats who are doing just that.
See it here.
Giveaway- Recycled Hexie Quilts: Using Vintage Hexagons in Today’s Quilts
Enter to win a copy of the book
Recycled Hexie Quilts: Using Vintage Hexagons in Today’s Quilts
by
Mary W. Kerr
Leave a comment in today’s post by August 22, 2015 and you are in the running for a copy … Read More...
Tip: Scratch and Sniff Cards
You can add an extra punch to your stamped cards with this fun scratch and sniff idea from the Kraftin’ Kimmie Stamps blog. By adding powdered gelatin to clear embossing powder you can make your own scratch and sniff! How … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make a bow tie
Pretty Prudent shares a tutorial for making a snazzy bow tie. The bow is sewn on to an adjustable neck strap, so there’s no need to tie it each time you put it on. It’s a quick, easy project. Make … Read More...
Tips for Knitting for Stress Relief
With the kids all going back to school, those of us who are parents might be feeling an extra bit of stress right about now.
If you’re in that boat, or just need to relax for whatever reason, knitting is … Read More...