Have you ever wondered how to make your next craft post go viral? Alexa over at The Sweet Life has compiled a list of tips and tricks to help you make your next post one of internet stardom! Or, if … Read More ...
Urban Entrepreneurs – Urban Threads Interviews
Ok, I admit it. I love my Friday emails from Urban Threads mostly for the pictures and not the blogs. What can I say? I’m lured in by the fabulous embroidery designs. But I do make a point to stop … Read More ...
Retro Felt Brooches – Yalipaz
Brooches are one fashion accessory I’d love to see gain some more popularity. They’re perfect for adding a little extra something to your outfit. These retro chic felt brooches by Yalipaz on Etsy are a perfect example. This adorable felt … Read More ...
Vintage Teacup Tote – Mystic Moose Crafts
I am 100% behind the reduction of plastic bag usage in favor of reusable bags. And I am 500% behind the usage of super adorable totes like these by Mystic Moose Crafts on Etsy. What better bag for all … Read More ...
From the Hands of Children – My Favourite Colour
How adorable are these pillows from My Favourite Colour? I love this picture of them in action, but the close-ups are where the true indie craftspiration occurs. The artist behind them gave her original art colouring pages to children, … Read More ...
Roller Coasters for your table
As a woman familiar with the finer points of pirate decor, I must confess my love and admiration for Roller Coasters . Finding the perfect quirky coaster can be difficult, but these fine folks have several options that work well … Read More ...
Plastic Animal Hangers – different takes on the same craft
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 ...
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 ...
Paper Houses (and bakeries, cafes, sushi restaurants…)
Have you ever said to yourself, “What I need now is a tiny paper cake shop?” No? How about a miniscule paper sushi bar? Maybe you will after taking a look at the adorable printed paper constructions offered here by … Read More ...
Geeky Pillow by YellowBugBoutique on Etsy
Those of us with a geek (or several geeks) in our lives know well that they can be tricky folk to shop for. Finding the perfect balance of nerdy and useful can be challenging. (Sure that giant fake mustache looks … Read More ...
Clear Toy Storage Bags (with drawstring closure) | Make It and Love It
Here’s what to do with all those clear bags things like sheets and comforters come in! I ALWAYS save those until I get sick of storing them and then I start up saving them again because they seem so USEFUL. … Read More ...
Mechanical Iris Greeting Card
ModMischief on Instructables gives us this tutorial for a mechanical iris greeting card. I love paper crafts with moving parts. This one is inspired!
Chicken and Waffles Embroidery by WizardsPaw on Etsy
‘m getting a kick out of the offbeat embroidery by Wizards Paw on Etsy. This chicken and waffles one (who doesn’t love chicken and waffles? no one!) is no longer available but click here to see this genius upskirt embroidery! … Read More ...
I just died and went to heaven – Miniature Garden Furniture
Who knew that you could get tiny garden stuff of a tiny garden?! Every possible thing you might need to a tiny garden is on this website. MOST excellent for creating all those indie terrariums you young folk are making … Read More ...