Are you on Instagram? Yes? Me too! So many people are and there is a huge crafting community on instagram, so what better place to promote your products? If you don’t know what instagram is, here’s a good description from … Read More ...
Indie Artist Interview- Gareth Johnson
Don’t you just love getting to know fellow artists? Me too! so what better way to do that then to actually interview them? Today I am interviewing Gareth Johnson, an artist from the UK!
> Who are you? Where are … Read More ...
How to Survive a Disappointing Craft Fair
Here is another fabulous post by the people from the blog, Creative Income. Rebecca George is sharing a few of her tips on how to survive a disappointing craft fair. Chances are that if you’ve done a few fairs, you … Read More ...
Blog Handmade Link Up
It’s time for another week of Blog Handmade! What is that? It is a weekly feature I started here at Indie Crafts that will go up every Friday!
Blog Handmade is a weekly link up by indiecrafts.craftgossip.com where handmade bloggers … Read More ...
DIY Watermelon Picnic Blanket
Since it is the middle of Summer I wanted to share a tutorial that just screams “go hang out by the lake!!!”. I love this hand made watermelon picnic blanket that Elizabeth from Within the Grove made.
… Read More ...Elizabeth says: “Watermelons
DIY Diamond Cement Push Pins
How cute are these pushpins that Naomi and Sage from Plaster and Disaster made?! I think they’re fabulous. Using a mold for ice cubes, they made diamond-shaped push pins out of cement. She painted the sides for a modern look, … Read More ...
Upcycled Scarf Planter
Katie from Upcycled Treasures participated in “scarf week” (as opposed to “shark week”), and she gave new life to an old clay terra cotta pot by recovering it with a scarf she had! I think the finished result is so … Read More ...
6 Things You Need to Know Before Creating an Etsy Shop
If you’re someone who loves creating handmade items and wants to turn your passion into a profitable venture, starting an Etsy shop may be a great option for you. Etsy is an online marketplace that allows creators and artisans to … Read More ...
DIY Modern Cement Bud Vases
Here’s a fun project from Naomi and Sage from the blog, Plaster and Disaster- DIY Modern Cement Bud Vases. How cute are these?
… Read More ...Naomi says: “I was excited to find this mold for like $4 which I could use for
DIY Hidden Storage
Are you a book worm? I sure am, I love reading. I have a huge “to be read” pile so I think you can say that I love books. and you can also say that I LOVE this diy Hidden … Read More ...
DecoArt Americana Decor Chalky Finish Contest
Do you love restyling and refurbishing old furniture and yard sale finds? I do! And I wanted to let you know about this fabulous contest by DecoArt! It has been going since May, but the contest runs until the end … Read More ...
5 Tips To Stand Out In A Crowded Craft Marketplace
Do you do craft shows or fairs? Do you want to stand out from the competition? Here are 5 tips for jewelry artists who want to stand out in a crowded marketplace by Mallory at the Creative Income Blog.
Now … Read More ...
Shop Handmade Link Up
Okay guys, I just started this new feature here at Indie Crafts! It is a new weekly feature called Shop Handmade. These posts will go up every Monday!
Shop Handmade is a weekly link up by indiecrafts.craftgossip.com where handmade business … Read More ...
July 2015 Photo Contest: Window to the World
Artizan Madeis a collection of shops that sells handmade items and they hold a monthly photo contest that features a handmade theme. The July 2015 theme is “Window to the World”. Images show a window and something handmade. Deadline for … Read More ...
7 Rules for a Successful Craft Fair Booth
Craft fairs are a great way to showcase your products and connect with potential customers. As a small business owner, I have had both successful and not-so-successful experiences at craft fairs. That’s why I was intrigued when I came across … Read More ...