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...
Tutorial: Notebook cover with a secret pocket for period supplies
My daughter starts middle school this year. I’m actually okay with it, kind of excited, really. But one thing I’m not so excited about – and my daughter is REALLY not going to be excited about – is the fact … Read More...
20 Apple Crafts for Fall
It won’t be long before our apples are out and ready for us to pick. This means a trip to your Fruit farm where they allow you to pick your own apples. Second best is making Apple Crafts. Get over … Read More...
Sour Worm Popsicles
Here is an extra fun treat to help the kids cool off this summer. Sure they will be happy with a popsicle, but they will be even more happy when they see the gummy worms. I bet you could use … Read More...
Is There Such a Thing as a Perfect Yarn Stash?
I have gathered a lot of yarn through the years of being a professional writer about knitting. Some of it is great, and some of it isn’t. Some of it just isn’t great for me, and would do better in … Read More...
Tutorial: Adapt a basic bodice to create a yoke
Tanya Whelan’s new book Sew Many Dresses: Sew Little Time takes a mix-and-match approach to making dresses. This bodice, that skirt to create your own custom dress design. She shares a tutorial at Sew Mama Sew showing how you can … Read More...