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Why You Should Submit Your Projects to FaveCrafts

February 12, 2020 by FaveCrafts

Are you familiar with our Share Your Project feature? If not, you should be!

Submit your original project!

Get more traffic to your blog by submitting your projects to FaveCrafts! It’s easy, free, and a great way to grow your personal brand.

You can submit the full project and include a link back to your blog for more information, such as a printable PDF of instructions or a video tutorial. Or, most commonly, bloggers include a link to their blog for the full tutorial. Thus, the project you’ve posted on FaveCrafts is only a “preview”, so our readers need to click through to your blog to see the full instructions. It’s traffic for you and content for us, which is a wonderful win-win!

How It Works:

  1. Visit our Share Your Project page. You’ll create an account if you don’t have one with us already. Then you’ll scroll down and “Click to Share Your Project.”
  2. Follow the prompts to share your project. You’ll include the following information:
    • Project Type
    • Title
    • Category
    • Image(s)
    • Description of the Project (75-100 words)
    • Other attributes like difficulty level, technique, etc
    • The link to the project on your blog
    • OPTIONAL: Materials List
    • OPTIONAL: Instructions
    • OPTIONAL: Notes
  3. Save and submit.
  4. Once your project is live on the site, you’ll receive an email from us with the link.

NOTE: Projects must be full tutorials, and they must be free content. Otherwise they will be declined/deactivated on FaveCrafts. You can read our full User Submitted Articles policy here.

Why You Should Submit Your Projects to FaveCrafts

Why You Should Submit Your Projects to FaveCrafts

1. Drive Traffic Back to Your Blog

By sharing your project with us, you include at minimum a photo, description, and link back to the project on your blog. This means our readers need to click through to your blog to learn how to make the craft.

Winter Candy Jar Gnome Bottles by Erin Reed from Erin Reed Makes

2. Get Brand Exposure

Are you new to the blogging universe? Maybe you’ve been blogging for a while, but you’re looking for new avenues to grow your audience. Every time you share a project with us, your name and blog name are in the byline. Our readers have the opportunity to get familiar with your projects and if they love your work, you might gain new subscribers and followers from sharing your projects with us.

Sloth Softie by Marie Segares from undergroundcrafter.com

3. You’re Likely to Gain Compound Traffic

What do I mean by compound traffic? Not only will you gain traffic from our site visitors viewing your projects and clicking through to your blogs, but your project might be featured in our newsletter or other places on our site for added exposure.

For example, if I write a collection page of beautiful tin can crafts and we feature your project, visitors browsing that collection will see it. We write our collection pages for SEO, meaning we’re pulling in organic visitors—a whole new audience for viewing your project.

4. It’s Easy to Submit!

Over the years we’ve worked on improving our User Submitted Articles process to make it friendlier than ever! With only a short form to fill out, the user submitted process should be a given when you set out to promote your content (in addition to newsletters, social media, etc). Check out the process for yourself here.

Check out the process for yourself here.

5. You’ll Revive Older Content

Maybe you don’t make a targeted effort to promote that pattern you wrote in 2012. When you share these projects from the archives with us, you’re getting eyes on content that hasn’t seen a lot of traffic lately!

Did We Miss Anything?

Now that you’ve read a plethora of reasons you should share your projects with us, now’s the time to start! Pick a project from your blog, new or old, and submit it today. We can’t wait to help you grow!

Submit Your Projects Today!

This article was originally published on the FaveCrafts website here. Read the original version for more information, such as testimonials from bloggers who love our submit your project feature!

Filed Under: Advice, Tips, & Tricks Tagged With: crafts, Favecrafts

Berry Sweet Crafts and Strawberry Recipes for National Strawberry Month

May 13, 2014 by AllFreeHolidayCrafts

If you couldn’t tell from the piles of low-priced strawberries greeting you near grocery store entrances, May is National Strawberry Month. Those juicy red berries are taking over! We at AllFreeHolidayCrafts.com don’t mind one bit.

In fact, we welcome the sight of strawberries, that iconic summer fruit. Strawberries are so cute and girly, not to mention delicious. A whole month of strawberries sounds like the perfect way to welcome summer! To join in on the fruity fun, check out our strawberry-themed summer ideas.

 

Strawberry Crafts

Sweet Strawberry Terra Cotta Pots

Strawberries are a perfect symbol of summer. They’re so attractive with their bright red color and that permanently-wet look! Just imagining sinking your teeth into one is refreshing. It’s the flavor of the season, and seeing strawberries just makes people happy.

That said, decorating with these fun summer decorations will help you transition from spring to summer. As the temperatures rise, so does the crafty cuteness level!

  1. Sweet Strawberry Terra Cotta Pots
  2. Strawberry Fields Little Girls’ Dress
  3. Sweet Strawberry DIY Pom Pom
  4. Precious Patriotic Berry Cups
  5. Pretty Pink Strawberry Stool

 

Strawberry Recipes

Strawberry Macaron Flower Pops

What’s even better than looking at adorable strawberry crafts? Devouring strawberry recipes, of course. Strawberries have the perfect balance of juicy and sweet. Best of all, they’re healthy! Let’s say thank you to Mother Earth for providing such a perfect fruit for desserts and salads. Strawberries are a guilt-free sensation.

These recipes will have you snackin’ on berries all month long.

  1. Strawberry Macaron Flower Pops
  2. Sweet Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes
  3. Summer Strawberry Smoothie Recipe
  4. Strawberry Almond Shrimp Salad
  5. Easy Strawberry Pie
  6. Fluffy Strawberry Salad
  7. Strawberry Sundae Roll Up

 

 

What’s your favorite strawberry craft or recipe?

 

Filed Under: Seasonal Crafts Tagged With: crafts, Jesse Carpender, recipes, summer crafts, summertime

31 New Crafts to Make Now

April 1, 2013 by AllFreeJewelryMaking

National Craft Month has just come to a close, and we had so much fun celebrating all month long with new crafts to make each and every day! We teamed up with some of the best craft companies and DIY bloggers in the business to bring you new inspiration and crafts to make each day of March, from crochet patterns to paper crafts and everything in between.

But hey, just because National Craft Month is over, it doesn’t mean the fun has to end. After all, when you’re crafty, every month is “craft month!” Whether you were following along with our new craft projects every day or you missed a few along the way, you can catch up right now with this complete list of all 31 National Craft Month featured projects! Looks like we just planned your DIY “to-do” list for you.

31 New Crafts to Make!

Day One – March 1st
Basket Full of Flowers Quilt Block Pattern from Oliso
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Day Two – March 2nd
Simple Chiq Shell Stitch Scarf from Crochet Chiq
Simple Chiq Shell Stitch Scarf Pattern

 

 

 

 

 

Day Three – March 3rd
Ribbon Crystal Bracelet Tutorial from Swarovski Elements
Sewn Crystals Ribbon Crystal Bracelet

 

 

 

 

 

Day Four – March 4th
Spring Bird Cages Home Decor Project from Fiskars
Whimsical Spring Birdcages

 

 

 

 

 

Day Five – March 5th
Glam Glowing Light Box Project Tutorial from Xyron
Glam Glowing Light Box Tutorial

 

 

 

 

 

Day Six – March 6th
Garden Patch Granny Afghan Free Crochet Pattern from Lion Brand

Garden Patch Granny Afghan Pattern

 

 

 

 

 

Day Seven – March 7th
Starburst Wall Quilt Pattern from American Quilter’s Society
Star Quilt Pattern

 

 

 

 

 

Day Eight – March 8th
Ruffle Colors Scarf from Michaels
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Day Nine – March 9th
Blooming Bouquet Giant Cupcake from Michaels
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Day Ten – March 10th
Stone and Sparkle Necklace Tutorial from Michaels
Stone and Sparkle Necklace Tutorial

 

 

 

 

 

Day Eleven – March 11th
Quote Art Canvas Project from iLoveToCreate
Tie Dye Canvas Project Tutorial

 

 

 

 

 

Day Twelve – March 12th
Mod Lil Animal Pincushions Sewing Tutorial from Goodsmiths
Mod Lil Animal Pincushion Tutorial

 

 

 

 

 

Day Thirteen – March 13th
One Skein Lace Mitts from Leisure Arts
One Skien Mitts

 

 

 

 

Day Fourteen – March 14th
Knit Family of Hats from Coats and Clark
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Day Fifteen – March 15th
Kanzashi Flower Home Decor from Clover
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Day Sixteen – March 16th
Pretty Painted Favor Boxes from Design Master
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Day Seventeen – March 17th
Peacock Polymer Clay Pendant Tutorial from Consumer Crafts
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Day Eighteen – March 18th
Burlap Family Album Tutorial from Michaels
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Day Nineteen – March 19th
You Mean the World to Me Card from Sizzix
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Day Twenty – March 20th
Throw Back Throw Pillow from iLoveToCreate
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Day Twenty One – March 21st
Cool Breeze Infinity Cowl by Megan Goodacre from Tricksy Knitter
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Day Twenty-Two – March 22nd
Easter Basket Cupcakes from Michaels

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Day Twenty-Three – March 23rd
Mini Decorative Dessert Banner from A Spoonful of Sugar

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Day Twenty-Four – March 24th
Gold Rush Necklace from Michaels
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Day Twenty-Five – March 25th
Fresh and Formal Stacking Boxes from Plaid
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Day Twenty-Six – March 26th
Pirouette Cowl Tutorial from Michaels
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Day Twenty-Seven – March 27th
Love This Moment Scrapbook Layout from Little Yellow Bicycle
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Day Twenty-Eight – March 28th
Colorful Button Collage Tutorial by Amy Anderson from Mod Podge Rocks!

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Day Twenty-Nine – March 29th
Tiny Granny Square Necklace by Heather Mann from Dollar Store Crafts
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Day Thirty – March 30th
Easy Ribbon Pillow Tutorial by Angel Hickman from Fleece Fun
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Day Thirty-One – March 31st
Elegant Wood Burned Plaque from Michaels
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The Ultimate Craft Guide: 25 Free Craft Projects for Every Crafter Free eBook
Phew! That’s a lot of craftiness for one blog post. Wouldn’t it be nice to have all of these awesome new craft projects contained in one handy guide book? Of course it would. Well, guess what? You can! When you download our free eBook The Ultimate Craft Guide: 25 Free Craft Projects for Every Crafter, you’ll find 25 of the featured projects above in one amazing collection for your crafting convenience. It’s a must-have collection for any true crafter. Download your free copy now and get started on one of these creative craft projects today!

 

Check out the complete list of all our lucky National Craft Month winners and the fabulous prizes they received from our amazing sponsors!

 

 So which craft project in this list are you going to try first?

 

Filed Under: DIY Tagged With: crafts, eBook, free craft projects, National Craft Month, National Craft Month 2013

The Top 100 Craft Ideas Featuring Free Crochet Afghan Patterns and Recycled Crafts

December 15, 2012 by AllFreeCrochet

Modern Lovey Baby AfghanEach year, we at FaveCrafts.com work hard to offer you thousands of the best projects ranging from free knit and crochet afghan patterns and knit and crochet scarves, gloves, and hats to craft organization and storage, holiday crafts, and the trendiest handmade jewelry patterns. Then, you, our beloved readers, give us back some love by browsing the site, trying out the projects, and reporting back about your favorites. The more time you spend on FaveCrafts.com, the better we get to know you. So, a hearty thank you to our loyal readers for helping us determine the absolute best of the best from 2012.

Are you curious as to what those top 100 are; which projects are picked out by Mini Drawer Storage Systemyour contemporaries as must-makes? Wonder no more. We have got you covered with 100 Craft Ideas: Free Crochet Afghan Patterns, Craft Storage and Organization, Recycling Crafts, DIY Home Decor. Just because you haven’t made the most popular crafts yet does not mean that time is up. These crafts will stay trendy well into 2013 and beyond. FaveCrafts readers can sense which crafts have staying power, which crafts are worth crafting.

 

Free Knit and Crochet Afghan PatternsUnder 6 Hours Throw

In the coming year, expect to see more crafts in the same vein as your favorites. When it comes to knitting and crocheting, you will want for naught. We will load you up on free knit and crochet afghan patterns like the stunning Japanese Afternoon Quilt  and the world’s easiest Foolproof Afghan. Head on over to 100 Craft Ideas to see which other amazing patterns made it onto the elite list.

 

Upcycled CD Cupcake StandGreen Crafting Ideas and Recycled Crafts

You love recycling and so do we. Eight of the top-clicked projects this year are made from recycled materials keeping Mother Earth, your wallet, and you happy. If you happened to miss the trendiest ways to help the environment, simply hop on over and check out the great green crafting ideas and the recycled crafts like the undeniably innovative Upcycled CD Cupcake Stand.

 

Homemade Clothes 20 Minute Ruffle Dress

Our fashion-forward readers love keeping up on the trends in an affordable way with adorable, comfortable, and well-put-together handmade clothes. No need to be an expert tailor to whip up the darling 20 Minute Ruffle Dress, but if you are, there are gorgeous patterns, like the Fancy Retro Top, for you to show off your handiwork. Check out more of the best homemade clothing patterns for all skill sets.

 

The fun doesn’t stop there. There are plenty more of the best crafts for you to drool over. You’ll find do it yourself Christmas gifts and projects, easy home decor, craft organization and storage ideas, tons more knitting and crocheting, and the list keeps on going. Explore the best 100 craft projects of 2012 with FaveCrafts, and for the love of crafting, remember that you have plenty of time to complete all 100; these top crafts never go out of style.

 

Of all the amazing top 100 crafts, which is your number 1?

Filed Under: Crochet Tagged With: crafting, crafts, Crochet, DIY, Favecrafts, free crochet patterns, Full Project Tutorials, Green Crafting, home decor, Jaclyn Holtzman, jewelry, Knitting, recycled crafts, wearable crafts

Craft Wars: Interview with Angela Daniels!

August 14, 2012 by FaveCrafts

Here at FaveCrafts we can’t get enough of TLC’s new show Craft Wars! Not only is it fun to watch but we’ve gotten a lot of great tips and inspiration for future craft projects. Tonight, crafter extraordinaire Angela Daniels is one of the contestants and we have the inside scoop! We interviewed Angela about her experience on the show, her crafting style and got some great tips that we are sharing with you. Be sure to watch tonight’s episode to see if Angela wins!

Who is your partner on the show? How did you decide?

I had an easy choice. Pattye Duffner and I have know each other ever since we met on the set of the first (only?) online reality scrapbook show “Scrapbook LifeStyle.” Not only is she a talented crafter, she is hilarious and my main goal was to have a good friend to go on Craft Wars with me so we could have fun with the experience. Plus, she sews like crazy and I knew this was my big weak spot in the competition. I loved knowing I had someone with her interior design background and sewing skills in my corner and she DID make us all laugh all day during filming. Her microphone was linked to a PA assigned to us so even when I wasn’t in the same area as Pattye, I knew she was getting in a good jab at me because the PA would burst out laughing.

Did you have any strategy going into the show?

My strategy was to try to relax, have  fun and try not to get to freaked out about winning. I can be extremely competitive with myself and I have a tendency to panic when I put too much pressure on myself. My secondary goal was to make sure Pattye and I walked away with our friendship intact. I hedged my bets on that one by taking her to a fancy restaurant on Rodeo Drive the night before we filmed as a thank you for being on the show with me. You know, just in case I lost my marbles during filming and started yelling at her or something (which, thankfully, I didn’t!).

 

What’s your go-to crafting tool that you couldn’t create without?

I love the simple tools. You won’t often see me buying the latest and greatest tools on the market. If I had to choose the most versatile tool that I keep in my craft bag at all times, it would probably be a bone folder. It’s invaluable for scoring things but it also helps with rub-on accents and a variety of other uses it wasn’t intended for.

What was your favorite moment of the show?

My favorite moment of the show was when I was able to look at a finished project (done JUST in the nick of time) for the briefest moment. It made me feel like Pattye and I had made something that we were proud of. That was a big goal of ours. We wanted to try and wow the judges, but mostly we just wanted to be able to watch the show with our kids back home and be proud of what we made together.

What did you learn from the show?

The best thing I learned from Craft Wars is that crafting is crafting. I was so worried about making something BIG. Like most crafters, everything I make is generally relatively small. I just didn’t know if I could do something large scale. As it turns out, and I should have known this, crafting big uses all the same skills and techniques as crafting small. All you need is more time and bigger supplies. I came home inspired to do some bigger home decorating projects with that confidence.

Was it hard to stay true to your crafting style under all that pressure?

If you asked me in the middle of a timed challenge, I probably would have said yes but now that I have had time to relax and reflect, the answer is no. No matter how hard I try to change up my style, it generally comes out the same. I like linear design. I like things that are relatively symetrical and clean. As much as I enjoy looking at shabby chic designs, my end project never comes close. My design aesthetic always veers in the same direction- linear and graphic.

The pop craft challenge looks so difficult! What’s running through your head during the pop craft? 

Pattye and I had done a few less structured and less serious time challenges for the online show we were on  years ago so I thought we would breeze through the stress of a timer. WRONG. At one point, I was struggling to thread a needle (I swear it had the smallest eye in the history of needles to make matters worse) and I was literally shaking with nerves. It felt like it took hours to thread that darned thing and I couldn’t believe I was on camera shaking as Pattye tried to lighten the mood by joking with me. I had to take a deep breath to keep it together!

What’s your best advice for all the crafters out there?

The most important piece of advice that I try to live by is to just DO it. I have a tendency to set an ideal of perfection so high that I don’t even want to start a project. And NOTHING I create ever comes close to looking like the ideal I had in my mind. This can either defeat me or I can realize that, hey, it’s just crafting. I’m not trying to save lives here. If I make a shoddy craft that ends up in the trash, I can live with that now. What I shoot for, always, is to embrace the process of creativity. The joy it brings me. To end on a bit of a bumper sticker-ism, it’s about the journey, not the destination.

Check out Angela Davis on Twitter as @GuiltyCrafter and find her crafting tutorial videos on  her Youtube channel.

If you are loving Craft Wars or just need some crafty questions answered be sure to tune in to FaveCrafts Radio starting at 11am EST. We’ll be talking to Craft Wars vets Lisa Fulmer, Andrea Currie, Margot Potter, and Angela Daniels! You can hear them talk about their experiences on the show, the pressures of crafting with limited materials and time, and how life has been for them after the show. The best part? You can call in and ask all your Craft Wars questions live! Just call 646-200-4435 if you have a question for these crafty ladies.

Be sure to watch as Angela goes head to head with two other crafters in tonight’s episode of Craft Wars on TLC at 8/7c!

Have you been inspired by any of the crafts on Craft Wars? Which has been your favorite?

 

 

Filed Under: Pop Culture Tagged With: Craft Wars, crafting, crafting news, crafts, interview

Craft Wars: Interview with Margot Potter!

July 31, 2012 by FaveCrafts

Last week’s episode of Craft Wars was a Christmas extravaganza! Aptly named “A Christmas Craft-tastrophe” this episode had contestants scrambled to create festive wreaths, with ugly sweaters, and Christmas trees with shipping materials. Somehow they still managed to create some wonderful crafts.

Here at FaveCrafts we got the scoop from crafter extraordinaire Margot Potter and got a chance to talk to her about the show and her experience.

Why do you call yourself “the impatient crafter”?

I am an incredibly impatient person, it’s my biggest weakness. About eight years ago, I had an epiphany and realized that my impatient approach to creativity was actually my gift. That ability to find the path of least resistance is the key to my most innovative ideas. Plus, we’re all time challenged these days, so the brand seemed to have a lot of viability and resonance. Once I thought of it, I knew I was on to something big!

Do you think that helped you in the pop craft challenge? Have you ever been in a similar time constraint before?

Yes! I can edit my ideas quickly, that was a big help. KISS! I am a professional designer and author in the craft industry, so I work to incredibly fast deadlines on a regular basis. It definitely helped, but honestly one hour is just not enough time! Still I’m proud of what we accomplished. I would hang that wreath on my door.

How did your crafting background prepare you for this competition?

I think my theater background was a bigger boost, because I’ve worked on a lot of sets and I have a sense of what would look good on stage or camera. I knew bold and vibrant would read better. The crafty part came in the decorations, paper flowers, notched and glittered ornaments, and rolled rosettes. Knowing how to do things that have impact and are simple to execute was a big boost!

 

You chose Mr. Potter as your assistant, was he a crafter before he met you? Was it hard working under pressure with him?

I met my husband years back when I went into his bead store/gallery in Pittsburgh to buy crimp beads. We owned a bead store and gallery later together, so we’ve been in the creative biz since we met. He is a crafty guy and has a great eye for design, but he hates people knowing that. He’s more of a behind the scenes person, I had to drag him into this. He’s used to that though, I’ve dragged him into all sorts of wacky things over the years. I’m kind of like Lucy Ricardo. Thankfully he is not like Desi, he’s calm and collected. It was great working with him, because he stays cool when I get flustered. We make a great team.

I loved how you used lots of color and sparkle in both your crafts. How would you describe your design style? Was it hard to stay true to that through the challenges?

I like to say that my style is eclectifunky and retrofabulous. I don’t have a single guiding aesthetic, because like fashion and trend it’s ever shifting. I love all things vintage, so that’s always a part of my work. I am easily bored, so my body of work reflects that restless creativity. I think more like a high fashion designer, thematically. One season it’s glitter and pop art colors, the next it might be understated elegance. I will say, it may be funky sometimes, but it is rarely boring! I think that definitely came out in the show!

What tool was your lifesaver during the competition?

I have to say that without hot glue, this show would be impossible. I really don’t use it much in my normal life, because I’m craftastrophe proned. I even have a regular Today’s Craft Casualty update on my Facebook page! Somehow, I did not get burned during the show! Huzzah!

I loved how you made those easy fabric rosettes for your wreath. Any more awesome crafting tips you would like to share?

Craft with your heart, color outside of the lines, try new things and don’t be afraid! Look for vintage craft magazines every chance you get, the BEST tips are in those pages. You can’t believe how much cooler the crafts were back in the 1940s-60s. I bow down to the greatness of crafters past!

How can Craft Wars benefit for the crafting community and could this show transform crafting?

A few years ago the networks shifted gears and decided that crafting was dullsville. Even using the word ‘craft’ was taboo for production companies pitching shows. But the winds of change are always blowing and if this show does well, new shows will have a chance of being produced. It’s exciting stuff. I have been waiting to pitch my show ideas and so for me, personally, it’s a harbinger of possibility. No one show is going to appeal to everyone, but if this gets people crafting like Cake Boss got people making cakes, well hello and hallelujah! I’m a Pied Piper of Creativity, I love seeing people give themselves permission to be creative and more than that, to embrace the idea of “Live Handmade.” Viva los crafts!

Be sure to check out these some of our favorite jewelry projects by Margot Potter on FaveCrafts and AllFreeJewelryMaking:

  • Falling Waters Cell Phone Charm
  • Spider Queen Necklace
  • Crystal Ladder Bracelet

Tune in tonight at 8/7c for a brand new episode of  TLC’s Craft Wars!

 

Have you started making Christmas crafts yet?

Filed Under: Pop Culture Tagged With: Craft Wars, crafting, crafting news, crafts, interview

Craft Wars Interview with Winners Andrea and Lisa!

July 24, 2012 by FaveCrafts

It was so fun to watch the creative feats of the contestants on last week’s episode of Craft Wars! The theme was Altar or Falter and the contestants were challenged to create a keepsake box using locks and keys (in only an hour!) and a wedding display made of old jeans, baby blankets, candlesticks and wedding invitations.

Here at FaveCrafts we were extremely impressed by the crafty creations of the winning duo, Andrea Currie and Lisa Fulmer (congratulations ladies!). We were excited to ask these crafting queens some questions about the show, their experience and their favorite crafting tips!

Have you two ever worked on a project together before the show?

Andrea – I feel like I’ve known Lisa forever, but what initially connected us was our shared duties as co-hosts on the internet craft show called the Cool2Craft Pajama Party. Our love for crafting mixed with other fun commonalities (like breaking out into song and dance for no apparent reason) eventually turned us into what we call “Crafty Sisters.”

Lisa – Andrea and I did do one webcast together here at my house where we did a pop-craft on the spot for everyone. We made these funny tiaras for each other that lit up with little battery-operated twinkle lights, it was a riot! Andrea is my heart, we truly are cut from the same cloth.

Lisa, how long did you ponder going on the show as Andrea’s partner? Or was it an instant “yes”?

Lisa – Andrea barely got the words “I need to ask you something” out of her mouth before I said yes—I would do anything for my crafty sistah! I was honored and so happy for the opportunity.

Andrea, I saw that your husband made you some good luck shoes for the show, what’s it like living with a man crafter?

Andrea – Those sapphire glittered shoes are the third pair of glittered shoes that Cliff has created for me! However, I consider these blue gems the luckiest of all 😉 Living with a man crafter is so fun because I’m not the only one covered in glitter and glue! It’s also nice to have a spouse that doesn’t give you weird looks when you ask for help with weird projects like giant paint chip valentines.

Did you have any strategy before you started? Was there any sort of plan going in?
Andrea – It was nerve-wracking to not be able to plan anything  beforehand. I told Lisa before the show that no matter what they threw our way we had to think out of the box and create projects that were whimsical and fun. The only thing we had control over was to trust our creative instincts and our many years of combined crafting experience. In the end, it was those things that helped us quickly adapt to each challenge and bring home the win!

Lisa – Andrea and I have complimentary skills and styles, plus we always seem to be inside each other’s head, so we made a great team!

What part of the challenge was the hardest?

Andrea – By far the pop craft challenge was the hardest. I never thought an hour of my life would go by so quickly. My heart was racing a gazillion miles a minute and I think I forgot to breathe too! In the middle of the pop craft we were so far behind and I really thought we weren’t going to be able to finish it. Luckily, we managed to pull it all together into a cute little gnome home keepsake box.

Lisa – The pop craft was the single most exhausting hour of my whole life!

Any big plans for the prize money, more crafting supplies perhaps? 🙂

Andrea – I’m giving Lisa half of the loot and I plan to use my half to create my dream line of craft products and designs!

Lisa – I’m so grateful for this gift. I will be using the money to build my marketing communications and consulting business.

What’s the one crafting tool you can’t live without?

Andrea – Even with my hot glue gun follies on Craft Wars I’d still have to say that I still reach for my hot glue gun 90% of the time. Tee hee 🙂

Lisa – Lots of really good scissors in all shapes and sizes. I have a pair handy in every nook and cranny of my house.

That use of the aluminum foil on the punches was smart. Do you have another crafting tip you can share with us?

Andrea – Why thank you! Another good tip is to freeze hot glue sticks 15 minutes before use so that you don’t get those hot glue gun strings that the Craft Wars judges hate so much.

Lisa – I never waste paint. When I’m done with a project, I swipe every last bit off my brushes and mop up every drop from my palette by brushing small pieces of fabric or art paper with the color. I can use these later in fiber art, mixed media collages, and cardmaking. I also keep large sheets of art paper and fabric on hand to use whenever I’m spray painting, misting, and stenciling. Capturing all those stray spurts and smudges on a nice foundation can be the beginning of something really cool!

Make sure you catch the next episode of Craft Wars on Tuesday on TLC!

Learn more about these lovely ladies and check out their awesome craft projects on FaveCrafts:

Andrea Currie’s Designer Profile
  • Cute as a Button Brooch
  • Cork Tree Ornaments
  • Dollar Store Tinsel Bowl
Lisa Fulmer’s Designer Profile
  • Recycled Heart Box
  • Creative Cowgirl Collage
  • Reader Necklace

I can’t wait to see what the contestants make this week! Are you a fan of Craft Wars?

 

 

Filed Under: Pop Culture Tagged With: Craft Wars, crafts, Favecrafts, interview, winner

Put Some Pizzazz into Your Parties with these DIY Party Crafts

July 22, 2012 by AllFreeHolidayCrafts

I’m someone who loves to decorate for a party of any kind, but with a small budget, I can’t always find what I’m looking for at party stores. If you’re like me, then you know there’s an easy solution; crafting! The editors here at AllFreeHolidayCrafts.com want to help you throw the best party possible, so we’ve put together some of our favorite crafts that we’re sure will have everyone celebrating.

Our party crafts cover everything from decorations to party favors so your guests are sure to have a good time from start to finish.

Bright and Colorful Gumdrop Wreath – Get your guests in good spirits before they even walk in the door by greeting them with this delicious-looking candy wreath. Though it’s not edible, it’s a creative alternative to ribbons and balloons. This sweet design is something that party-goers of all ages can enjoy.

Confetti Vases and Jars – While waiting for everyone to arrive, show your guests these artistic glass crafts made from recyclable goods. The vibrant colors inspire the right energy while the size makes them easy to fit in with your other party decorations. They’re also a versatile craft that you can use for a lovely bouquet of flowers or as a festive holder for utensils.

Chic DIY Centerpiece – This retro-inspired craft is a hit on our page, so we’re bringing it to you. If you’re looking for a way to keep your guests conversing around the food table, all you’ll need is one of these stylish centerpieces. Each centerpiece is made entirely of old material that you can redesign with your own personal artistic touches. No matter what theme you’re going for, your guests are sure to eat this centerpiece up!

Colorful Beaded Napkin Rings – Wow your guests with the detail in your crafting with intricately decorated napkin rings. They’re a sturdy, yet chic way to keep your table settings organized, and you’ll be able to paint them according to any theme you can think of. Whether it’s Halloween or Christmas, these beaded napkins will brighten up your table.

Lovely Lace Gift Bags – Don’t let your guests leave without one final crafty treat! It’s impossible for them to forget their gift bags when they look as elegant as these. Using only a few cheap dollar store materials, you’ll have made personalized gift bags that show your guests how much you appreciate them coming. They’re big enough to hold food and gifts, and they’re simple enough to use at a number of events.

This is just the beginning of your party craft adventure, because the staff at AllFreeHolidayCrafts.com is always looking for more new and exciting ways to add DIY elements to every party situation. If you’re looking for more free party ideas, just head over to our site.

What’s the biggest must-have at your parties? We’re looking for ideas, so please comment below.

 

Filed Under: Holiday Tagged With: crafts, decorating ideas, DIY, Kathryn Wright, party, party crafts

Create a Bridal Fantasy with these Wedding Crafts

July 16, 2012 by AllFreeHolidayCrafts

We’ve all seen those crazy wedding shows in which the brides and their families try unsuccessfully to put together last-minute crafts for a big wedding. The editors here at AllFreeHolidayCrafts.com know that stress, so we’ve decided to feature some of our favorite DIY wedding projects to inspire you to make the next wedding you attend, be it your own or someone else’s, a perfect fantasy.

Our craft projects provide everything from decorations to handmade gifts, so start exploring these creative ways to make successful, easy wedding crafts.

Cute Fabric Save the Date Banner – You don’t even need to wait until the wedding to show off your crafting skills. Include this fun little fabric banner in your announcement photo and your guests will be sure to remember the date. With your choice of colors, crafting for the big day can start as soon as you’re ready.

Flower Appliqued Bridal Headband – If you’re looking for a way to accessorize your own or your bridesmaid’s attire, try your hand at this elegant flower headband. Instead of having to splurge on jewelry, you can design your own to match the rest of the elements of your wedding theme. This wearable wedding craft will save you money, match your dress, and give all of your bridesmaids a custom accessory that they’ll be touched to wear.

Fantasy Fabric Floral Bouquet – Eliminate the hassle of picking out expensive flowers that will only last you a few days, and design your own dream bouquet. With your choice of fabrics and flower designs, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind bouquet that’s also a durable keepsake capable of lasting long after your special day.

Elegant Paper Doily Wreath – No DIY wedding can be complete without a beautiful decoration for your reception. I personally enjoy this wreath because of how versatile it is; the clean color and airy material work with a wedding during any season. Who would think that you could make such an expensive-looking decorative piece with dollar store materials?

Chalkboard Message Plaque – Whether you’re soon-to-be-married or a guest at a wedding, this is one gift that someone special is sure to cherish. Commemorate a special message, song, or quote with this DIY chalkboard, or put a twist on guest books and hand out some chalk pens during the reception so your guests can honor the big day in a unique fashion.

All of the editors at AllFreeHolidayCrafts.com hope that you’ve been inspired to add some DIY to your next wedding event. If you liked what you saw, be sure to take a look at the rest of our wedding craft projects.

What’s your favorite part of weddings? We’d love to read your thoughts, so please comment below.

Filed Under: DIY Tagged With: crafts, decorating ideas, DIY wedding, Kathryn Wright, papercraft, wearable crafts, wedding crafts, wedding decorations

Meet the Editor: Bridget

June 4, 2012 by AllFreeCrochetAfghanPatterns

Hi there crafters! My name is Bridget and I’m the editor for AllFreeCrochetAfghanPatterns. I never thought I’d have such a fondness for crochet until I began working on the site. Though with my love for yarn, it was only a matter of time before I picked up a hook.

Despite my desire to travel, I’ve spent all of my life in the suburbs of Chicago. I graduated from Northern Illinois University with a degree in English after several years of reading novels non-stop. Since then, I’ve been in the publishing industry for over 5 years, but now I’m excited to combine my job with my love for crafts!

My main craft skills include embroidery and knitting, but I also sew, paper craft, and crochet. And I can bake cakes and cookies something fierce. My favorite tools are definitely sewing needles, embroidery floss, knitting needles, and yarn. And if I ever have the opportunity I’d like to learn how to spin yarn.

When it comes to crafting, believe in your creativity and try to learn new skills. Seek out other crafters through community groups, craft fairs, or online communities. You never know what will inspire you next! Here are some projects that I love:

Crochet Afghan Patterns:

Rainbows and Heart Blanket

  • Rainbows and Heart Blanket
  • Small Blackberry Salad Blanket
  • California Ranch Afghan
  • Bumble Berry Afghan


Knitting Tutorials:

Pincushion Cactus

  • Pincushion Cactus
  • Lacy Leaves Cardigan
  • Jackie O-Tee
  • Moss Stitch Handwarmers


Crochet Tutorials:

Granny Square Slippers

  • Granny Square Slippers
  • Crochet Flower Garland
  • Half Granny Square Shawl
  • Little Squares Scarf


Sewing Tutorials:

Betty Draper Inspired Apron

  • Betty Draper Inspired Hostess Apron
  • Plum Peachy Ruffled Pillow
  • Spring Ruffled Top Tutorial
  • Retro Travel Bag


Holid
ay Crafts:

Autumn Bloom Belt

  • Autumn Bloom Belt
  • Jazzed Up Flower Pots
  • No Stress No Sew Christmas Garland
  • Charming Kraft Paper Holiday Cards


Quilt Tutorials:

Wonky Log Cabin Throw

  • Wonky Log Cabin
  • Arkansas Traveler Quilt Block
  • Adaptable Rag Quilt
  • Quilted Kiddo Jacket

Craft Tutorials:

  • Puppy Necktie
  • Easy Painted Birdhouses
  • Polka Dot Tissue Lantern
  • Pretty Paper Pinwheel Wreath

Christmas Crafts:

  • Bright Hats and Mitts Garland
  • Pine Cone Reindeer
  • Huggable Penguin Crochet Pattern
  • Vintage Felt Bauble Ornaments

 

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