This is a great list of crafts, decorating and organizing just perfect to kick off the new school year in style! Pop on over to the blog Delineate Your Dwelling for the 20 great back to school DIYs. I … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy button bookmark
Riley Blake Designs shows how you can make this scrappy button bookmark. The fabric bookmark wraps around the book to mark the page, with a button and elastic loop to keep it snug in place. The piecing makes this a … Read More...
Asian Pork Meatballs
When I think of meatballs, it’s usually italian. Nowadays, it can be Mexican or even Asian. These Asian meatballs can be served on a toothpick or in lettuce cups as Marissa has done. These would be great for an appetizer … Read More...
Free Printable – Book Labels
Oh my gosh how amazingly cute are these? Forget the kids I want to labels all my notebooks with these too. There are even more free designs available on the website. I love these hand designed labels cause one thing … Read More...
DIY Recipe – How To Tighten Sagging Belly Skin
Sagging stomach skin is a problem many women (and men) suffer from. Okay not all of us are “suffering” but for some people it is an issue they deal with every day. I think looking after our bodies has never … Read More...
DIY Fairy Dolls
Make fairy dolls for your garden or kids with easy to find supplies like dollar store wire and faux flowers.
Mark Montano created these fun fairy dolls to give out to his nieces but also just because they’re fun to … Read More...
Technique: Faux Etched Marble Card
Hop on over to the Ellen Hutson blog and learn how to make a faux etched marble technique on your cards using markers colored directly on the rubber of a large background stamp. Find out all about this cool technique … Read More...
Cricut Tutorial: Tagless clothing labels using transfer vinyl
Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shows how she makes tagless clothing labels using a Cricut transfer vinyl. If you have a Silhouette or a Cricut, you can make your iron-on labels say anything you want. Label it … Read More...
Freebie | All About Me Back-to-School Doodle Sheet
Have your kids, or if you’re a teacher, your students, fill out these All About Me doodle sheets during the first week of school. A great way to get them back in the groove for school without lots of pressure.… Read More...
15 Ideas To Put Your Own Personal Touch on a Fall Wedding
Do you have a wedding planned for the Fall season? It can be a perfect time to hold a wedding. The cooler temperatures help your guests stay more comfortable, and the changing colors can really add to your décor. Take … Read More...
Tutorial: Baby receiving blanket in 3 variations
Need to make a gift for a new baby? You can’t go wrong with a receiving blanket. And Sew4Home shows how to make one in three variations. One variation has decorative stitching around the edge. Another, ric rac peeking out … Read More...
Curling Rock Knit Hat
Picture a different type of ‘curl’ing folks! Made from acrylic yarn and polyester stuffing, this knitted hat will make you the envy of all the Canadian friends. Or perhaps, you will be the coolest kid in town wearing it.
Get … 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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Tutorial: Sculpting a Cockatoo
Here’s a cute project from KatersAcres – a cockatoo sculpt. Katie’s site has a stack of good stuff including many other free tutorals for cute creatures.
I found this particular tutorial when I went searching for polymer clay bird … Read More...
14 DIY Back-to-School Organizing Ideas
If you are looking for ways to make going back to school as smooth and easy as possible — for both you and your kids — check out these ideas. Getting and staying organized, can make everyday easier. You probably … Read More...
Be the Coolest Parent: Make a Star Wars Rocker
A fan of the Star Wars series, Tez Gelmer wanted to celebrate his daughter’s first birthday in style. And I think he achieved just that by making this one of a kind baby rocker that is shaped like a rocking … Read More...
Tie-dye Sugar Cookies
How cute are these cookies! It brings back memories of making shirts for teams. This would be a great cookie for any of sport season. Write the team member’s name on each shirt. Great for a party favor or treat … Read More...
Honey Chamomile Popsicles
Here is a popsicle you can give your kids after dinner and help them calm down before bed. I can see myself eating these on the back porch with a good book in the afternoon or evening. I think I … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Lace top box dress for girls and tweens
This lace top box dress is a cute look for girls and tweens. Lindsay from PA Country Crafts shows how you can make one. It’s a simple A-line knit dress with a lace panel pieced in at the shoulders. You … Read More...
Star Wars Birthday Party Ideas
This roundoup of Star Wars brithday party ifdeas is sure to please Star Wars fans of all ages. There are cute food ideas like Ewok Sticks & Mud, as well as clever ideas for decorations, party games, and party favors. … Read More...