One of the beautiful things about the internet is getting to see different crafter’s takes on the same project. For instance, you might remember the Anthropologie inspired toy animal rack from Craftzine’s how-to video last summer. Or maybe you just … Read More...
Pi Day Pie Boxes (I Could Make That)
As Pi Day approaches, with its annual tribute to the number 3.14 and its delicious homophonic dessert counterpart, the awesome crafter blogger behind I Could Make That gives a tutorial for the perfect box to give a Pi Day present. … Read More...
Vintage Redux: Remake Classic and Collectible Jewelry
Amy Barickman is giving away a signed copy of Brenda Schweder’s Vintage Redux: Remake Classic and Collectible Jewelry
at her blog A Thimbleful of Thoughts. Hurry readers! The giveaway will end Wednesday, March 14, so jump over to A Thimbleful … Read More...
DIY Cocktail Ring
Arica shares her super easy tutorial for making a unique cocktail ring from a vintage earring. Buttons or a vintage brooch could also work to make your own statement ring. Take a look at Love and Rosen for the details … Read More...
Technique: The Butterfly Trick
When paper piecing, how can you be sure your next piece is large enough to cover the area you had in mind? Linda Worland at Paper Panache shares a tip on ensuring you do, calling it the Butterfly Trick. Go … Read More...
Green Beer Marshmallow Pops
I can definitely see grabbing a handful of these about halfway into a night of drinking the real green beer… Make these easy green beer marshmallow pops for St. Patrick’s Day HERE at the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe.
Roll Up Glass Blowing
The first time I witnessed a roll up was at Urban Glass in Brooklyn. It was absolutely amazing to watch. The piece being made was a very large, and would become the globe for a lamp. I never saw the … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Decorated Cookies
If it’s St. Patrick’s Day cookies you’re looking for, then make sure to stop HERE at Pink Little Cake. You’ll find decorating instructions for the whole set shown.
Rainbow Slice and Bake Cookies
Methinks I’ll never tire of sweets made into rainbows. Make slice-and-bake rainbows HERE at Crazy for Crust.
Hosting a Rainbow party? Check out these Rainbow party articles over on our Party Ideas Blog and these Rainbow party decorations
we found … Read More...
Rice Krispies Treats Easter Baskets
Putting these in the “cute, easy and doable” category…. Make Rice Krispies Treat Easter baskets HERE at Beauty and Bedlam.
Tutorial: Blog button | Picnik alternative {PicMonkey}
Jennifer at Ellison Lane Quilts is celebrating her one year blogiversary with a freebie. She shares how to make a blog button with a tool that she says is a great substitute for Picnik, now defunct. It’s PicMonkey. … Read More...
Upcoming Indie Craft Shows Near You?
One of my favorite things about Indie Crafting is getting to hang out with others in person. Sure, I love the global accessibility of the internet, but sometimes it’s fun to rent a giant space, set up tables, and buy … Read More...
Tutorial: Sofie sleeveless empire waist top for little girls
Melissa from Sew Like My Mom shows how to make her Sophie top for a little girl. It’s a sleeveless top with a gathered skirt hanging from an empire waist bodice. The arm and neck holes are trimmed with contrast … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Oasis maxi dress
Kirstin from Kojodesignsguest blogs in the Sewing for Me series at Sewing In No Man’s Land with a tutorial showing how to make her Oasis maxi dress. The design of this beautiful dress is inspired by a similar dress … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Make your own maternity jeans
If you’re having a hard time finding maternity jeans that fit the way you like, you can always make them yourself. Nat from Crafty Cousins shows how to do it, using a regular pair of jeans and a bit of … Read More...
Technique: Stamped Fabric Background for a Mini Quilt
This wonderful little mixed media art quilt was made Katarina Light. For the background she used scraps of suede fabric and stitched them together and then stamped on them, she shares her tips for this process on her blog Spring … Read More...
Metal Punch Keychains
This great idea from Athena at The Stuff of Success shows you how to turn ordinary washers into a personalized metal punch keychain. A gift for their Pepe, this keychain reminds him he is loved and has the kids nicknames … Read More...
FREE Printabe Easter Baskets
Aren’t these Easter baskets just crazy adorable? Not to mention, they’re incredibly easy to make yourself using just paper and a printer! Whether you’re looking for … Read More...
Easter Pattern: “A little Birdie Told me” free felt pouch pattern
“A little Birdie Told me” by Mags Kandis found on KNITTY. This purse is so pretty and done is such a springy color. You can download the pattern from KITTY. This pouch is a perfect fit for simple daily needs: … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make a bubble skirt
Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to make a bubble skirt. Lovely!! I am LOVING the yellow fabric she used in her example! Get the tutorial.
[photo from Simple Simon & Co.]