Truth or Dare is everyone’s favorite slumber party game. But, letting tweens play the game without any adult guidance can lead to hurt feelings when the questions get too personal or accidents when the dares get too dangerous.
To get … Read More...
Tutorial: Monogrammed zipper pouch
Crystal from Stitched by Crystal shares a tutorial over at Make It and Love It showing how you can make this fun monogrammed zipper pouch. This would make a sweet back-to-school giftie for any age, something to toss inside the … Read More...
Quickc- Lazy Cake Cookie Slice
Here is a quick dessert for those last-minute guests or party you get invited to. I know it is best to make desserts from scratch, but sometimes you have no choice but to either buy something or make it from … Read More...
Knocked Up Nails Giveaway
Knocked up nails
is a brand of nail polish that is Safe for Pregnant AKA “Knocked up” moms. This pregnancy-safe nail polish formula does not contain toluene, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, dibutyl phthalate or camphor. Knocked Up Nails is also safe … Read More...
Free Frozen Cross Stitch Patterns
Frozen is going to be one of those movies that never dies off. These cross-stitch embroidery patterns are sure to be a big hit with girls and boys. All the Frozen Disney Charts below are available for free.
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DIY Faux Bois Candles
This faux Bois (Fake wood grain) candle is created with paint and the new Mod Podge Rocks Peel n’ Stick Stencil line.
I am not sure I am liking the teal but this would be great in neutrals for a … Read More...
Minions – Love them or Hate them?
Are you over the Minions yet? Personally I dislike these yellow beings – they make annoying sounds. But if you love these things then here are some great patterns. First we have the adorable slippers. Yes even I like … Read More...
Freebie: Owl Coloring Page
Some of my most popular posts recently have involved coloring pages for adults so I thought I’d share another freebie, this amazingly detailed owl coloring page. He looks like he belongs in a scene from Harry Potter doesn’t he? You … Read More...
Outdoor Clock made with Natural Materials
Teaching kids how to tell time these days can sometimes be a struggle — mainly because with the popularity of digital-type clocks far out-numbers that of a traditional clock. Being more familiar with digital clocks, kids might be a little … Read More...
Free Sewing Tutorial: Swimsuit too short? Turn it into a tankini
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows what she did with a bathing suit that was too short for her daughter. She split it in the middle and turned it into a tankini. Smart mama! She shares a … Read More...
Snapshots Quilt Along for St. Jude
No surprise, this is my favorite block (Number 2), from the Snapshots Quilt Along and Blog Hop. Hosted by fat quarter Shop, The Jolly Jabber explains,
… Read More...Join the 2015 Snapshots Quilt-Along, as we sew twelve novelty blocks that capture and
Free Printable: Tip Jar/Guestbook For Your Wedding Day
This fun idea for a multi-functional tip jar would be so much fun to use at your wedding. Not only does it double as both a “tip jar” and a guestbook, but it’s a fun way for your guests to … Read More...
How many of these 20 must-have sewing tools do you own?
We think of a well stocked sewing space as having stacks of beautiful fabric, but it should also have the tools you need to sew those fabrics into something awesome. Lauren from Pattern Workshop and Baste + Gather shares … Read More...
Miniature Crochet Animals
Each of these animals is handcrafted with love by Etsy seller Su Ami. She doesn’t just create dogs, but whales, elephants, and all sorts of animals.
Her work is truly amazing. Check out some of her work below, or go … Read More...
How to Make a Woven Paper Journal or Sketchbook Cover
Isn’t this hand made journal so pretty? This woven paper journal is a fun way to add a bit of personality and style to your journal (or sketch book!). Donna from Purl3Agony created this journal and shared it on the … Read More...
Indie Artist Interview- Crafty Staci
This is the 2nd post in a new series here at Indie Crafts that I am super excited about. I love getting to know fellow artists, so what better way to do that then to actually interview them? Today I … Read More...
Tutorial | Pinwheel Embellishments
Use the free printable from Red Circle Crafts, or your own patterned papers to make pinwheel embellishments in varying sizes. The instructions are clearly photographed and easy to follow. Pinwheels just say summer don’t they?
See it all by clicking … Read More...
Tutorial: Extruder Pen
A non-cane project for extruders is this simple one: a string covered pen. Extruding long, even strings almost endlessly is one of the best extruder usages. You can use the strings for faux filigree, writing words in clay, hair … Read More...
How to make a recycled candy box ring display
I made a recycled cigar box ring display using recycled wool felted sweaters but I LOVE this version where Jolene at the blog Crafty Super Mom used a rainbow of colors and a candy box to make her ring display. … Read More...
Blueberry Smoothie Bowls
Looks like the new trend seems to be smoothies in a bowl. Of course, I could be way behind the trend, but it seems to be all over Pinterest right now. It is finally blueberry season again and I think … Read More...