Has Etsy lost its Indie Cred?
By Vikram Goyal on Feb 27, 2015 10:56 am 
Once a darling of the indie craft movement, Etsy is now struggling to identify itself with the crafters who made it successful.
Rampant fake “handmade” goods, an inability to weed out resellers and a homogenization of indie crafts is making … Read More...
Continue Reading » How To Make These Adorable Birdy Flower Garden Markers
By Larissa Coleman on Feb 27, 2015 10:30 am 
Flower gardens around the world will soon start blooming (if they already haven’t), and this adorable craft will add the perfect little touch to your colorful area. If you are just planting your flowers, and need something to mark your … Read More...
Continue Reading » 20 Unexpected Uses For Makeup
By Shellie Wilson on Feb 27, 2015 10:00 am 
I bet you never thought of rubbing deodorant onto your T-Zone before did you? How about using your flat iron to iron out wrinkles in your blouse? Using a lip brush to apply Mascara? Some of the 20 things are … Read More...
Continue Reading » The Ultimate Fudge Recipe List
By Shellie Wilson on Feb 27, 2015 10:00 am 
I have been collecting these fudge recipes for a few weeks now, compiling my all time favourites to share with you. Now that I have sat and created the post I have the biggest craving for fudge. Back before I … Read More...
Continue Reading » Project: Bunny Rabbit Card
By Heather Holbrook on Feb 27, 2015 09:34 am 
This super sweet bunny rabbit card would be perfect for an Easter card or any Spring occasion. Heather Campbell has a video tutorial making this card using die cutting , rubber stamps and she’ll show you how to heat emboss … Read More...
Continue Reading » Irish Knitting Fun for St. Patrick's Day
By Sarah White on Feb 27, 2015 09:34 am 
I’m pretty sure this is the first time in the history of me having this job that I’ve remembered St. Patrick’s Day was coming before it was even March. (And if the shamrock knitting pattern roundups from the last two … Read More...
Continue Reading » Rainbow Clean Mud
By Sherri Osborn on Feb 27, 2015 09:00 am 
Have you wanted to play in the mud? If so, check out this recipe shared by Jaime on Frog, Snails, and Puppy Dog Tails. This colorful mud is easy to make at home using toilet paper, Ivory soap, finger paints, … Read More...
Continue Reading » 8 Colorful & Playful Skirts for Little Girls
By Larissa Coleman on Feb 27, 2015 10:55 am 
The Spring season brings on warmer temperatures and I bet you can only imagine how cute the little girl in your life would look running around in one of these cute skirts. I honestly can not pick a favorite so I’m … Read More...
Continue Reading » 30 DIY Ideas That Are Easy On Your Budget
By Larissa Coleman on Feb 27, 2015 10:15 am 
If you are looking for some great DIY ideas for your wedding that are also budget friendly, then you need to check out this post from Woohome. Most all of the projects are fairly easy to do and will add … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Draft a simple dolman tee pattern
By Anne Weaver on Feb 27, 2015 10:08 am 
Tutorial: Draft a simple dolman tee pattern
The relaxed fit of a dolman tee makes it an almost universal wardrobe favorite. Happily, it’s also an easy top to sew. You can even draft your own pattern with no difficulty. Justine from Sew … Read More...
Continue Reading » Free pattern: Paper pieced pin cushion
By Scarlett Burroughs on Feb 27, 2015 07:41 am 
Nati of Nati’s Little Things shares this paper pieced pincushion pattern as a free download as part of Craftsy’s “Free Pattern Friday”. They come in two sizes, so you can choose, or make both. These would be great for a swap, because … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Child's apron and elastic back chef's hat
By Anne Weaver on Feb 27, 2015 08:55 am 
Tutorial: Child’s apron and elastic back chef’s hat
Veronica from SewVery shows how you can make a child’s apron and matching chef’s hat. She uses her free Sunny Dress pattern to make the apron. She links to the pattern and then … Read More...
Continue Reading » How to get honey on tap from a beehive
By Vikram Goyal on Feb 27, 2015 06:20 am 
You need to get this cute little invention from a father and son duo from Australia.
It is called Flow, and it literally turns to create honey directly from a beehive.
Those who know honey harvesting is a difficult and … Read More...
Continue Reading » Cool Website- Wordmark.it
By Katie Smith on Feb 27, 2015 05:46 am 
I recently found the site Wordmark.it. Have you heard of it? It’s really neat and perfect for indie craft bloggers and businesses (and even scrapbookers and designers!). You can type any words you want in and it will show you … Read More...
Continue Reading » 10 Bright and Colorful Craft Spaces
By Francine Clouden on Feb 27, 2015 06:00 am 
If you love being surrounded by bright cheerful colors in your scrap or craft room, then you will love these ideas! Above you can see a closet by Debbie Campos filled with ribbon and fabric in varying shades of pink … Read More...
Continue Reading » Clay Bead Basics
By Elaine Robitaille on Feb 26, 2015 09:59 pm 
A big part of what got me going with polymer clay was the potential for very, very cool beads. At the time, I hadn’t really found clay online and had a book from the library and one from the book … Read More...
Continue Reading » The Ultimate Rainbow Party Ideas Guide
By Dana Hinders on Feb 26, 2015 07:16 pm 
Rainbow parties are colorful and festive, making them the perfect choice for when you’re sick of the cold and ready for Spring! Freebie Finding Mom has put together a great link roundup featuring ideas for party favors, decorations, treats, and … Read More...
Continue Reading » Mint Oreo Leprechaun Bark for St. Patrick's Day
By Dana Hinders on Feb 26, 2015 06:59 pm 
If you’re looking for a kid-friendly St. Patrick’s Day treat, this Mint Oreo Leprechaun Bark looks like a winner. Bark is one of my favorite candies to make because it’s easy, looks impressive, and tastes amazing. Using mint Oreos for … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Quick no-sew sachet
By Anne Weaver on Feb 26, 2015 08:29 pm 
Tutorial: Quick no-sew sachet
Andy from A Bright Corner shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make this smell-good sachet, with no sewing required. You’ll need just two small squares of fabric, making this a good scrapbusting … Read More...
Continue Reading » Free pattern: Little Girls Little Ruffle Skirt
By Anne Weaver on Feb 26, 2015 07:32 pm 
Caroline from Sew Can She shares a free pattern for her little girls’ Little Ruffle Skirt. With the optional shorts pieces, you can make it into a skort (skirt with shorts underneath) so your little girl can play freely without worrying … Read More...
Continue Reading » Simple Slippers to Keep Your Feet Warm
By Sarah White on Feb 26, 2015 04:44 pm 
One of the worst things about winter for me is that when my feet get cold, it’s really hard to warm them back up. That’s why I try to wear handknit socks all the time, because they’re way warmer than … Read More...
Continue Reading » Knitting as Protest and a Show of Love
By Sarah White on Feb 26, 2015 03:27 pm 
This week’s knitting news spotlights how knitting can be so much more than “just” making things.
First there’s a group of knitters in Australia who have been protesting against coal seam gas mining (also known as fracking) in their communities … Read More...
Continue Reading » Project: Computer Tablet Shaped Card
By Heather Holbrook on Feb 26, 2015 03:23 pm 
The C C Designs stamps blog has a tutorial using die cuts and stamps to make a fun greeting card shaped like a tablet. There are even pockets to tuck in money or gift cards. This would be a great … Read More...
Continue Reading » 10 ways to make a zippered pouch
By Anne Weaver on Feb 26, 2015 04:45 pm 
10 ways to make a zippered pouch
Zippered pouches are fun to make and great to give as gifts. There are so many uses for them (school supplies, toiletries, small toys, purse essentials, to name a few) and countless ways … Read More...
Continue Reading » How to get words on Washi tape
By Stefanie Girard on Feb 26, 2015 11:36 am 
Do you love washi tape? Do you love quotes, words, type and fonts? Then I bet you will love to read how easy it is to get words on (under) your washi tape. Pop on over to the blog A … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Fancy beaded dressmaker pins and a whimsical felt filled pincushion
By Anne Weaver on Feb 26, 2015 01:03 pm 
Tutorial: Fancy beaded dressmaker pins and a whimsical felt filled pincushion
Emi from Small Good Things shares a tutorial at Flamingo Toes showing how you can make these pretty beaded pins and a fun felt-filled pincushion to stick them in. Two … Read More...
Continue Reading » Felt Carrots for Easter
By Linda Lanese on Feb 26, 2015 12:52 pm 
How about these Felt Carrots for Easter decorations? Joy of “XOXO Grandmas” has a tutorial for making these super easy felt carrots. Joy has an excellent tutorial with a pattern for us to use. She made several sizes so you … Read More...
Continue Reading » Fifty Shades of Grey Party Ideas
By Shellie Wilson on Feb 26, 2015 12:00 pm 
With the movie out the whole “Fifty Shades Of Grey” has been reborn once more. Check out these fun party ideas for your next bachelorette or hens night party. The black and grey give a sophisticated yet sexy look without … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Easy way to store slightly used sewing machine needles
By Anne Weaver on Feb 26, 2015 11:33 am 
Tutorial: Easy way to store slightly used sewing machine needles
Confession time: I sew almost everything on a universal needle. And the reason is that all those needles look the same to me, so once I switch out one needle … Read More...
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