Craft Basics: Ideas and Inspiration

Looking for craft ideas and inspiration? You’ve come to the right place. Browse all our projects below for craft basics inspiration for all levels of crafting. Click on any project image below for detailed instructions and tips.

Homemade Fluffy Slime with Dinosaurs

August 30, 2017 By Kara Harvey Leave a Comment

Hi friends! Are your kids obsessed with slime? My son and all his friends love to make and play with slime. I think my son has made slime every week this summer and he loves looking up new slime recipes. Lately his favorite slime recipe includes shaving cream which ends up making a fluffy homemade […]

Simple Fall Embroidery Hoop Wreath

August 29, 2017 By Annaliese Leave a Comment

Happy (almost) fall y’all! Hard to believe summer is already winding down, especially with the temperatures still beyond warm outside. I decided to beat the heat, and welcome the eventual changing of the season with this simple wood leaf embroidery hoop wreath! Follow along to learn how to make your own. Supplies needed to create […]

Mixed Media Americana Pallet Decor

August 28, 2017 By Adrianne Leave a Comment

Hey friends! Adrianne Surian here with you today to share a bit of Americana using some of the new mixed media and wood supplies at Consumer Crafts. I spotted this unfinished USA pallet and added some colorful touches outside the traditional red white and blue to blend with my decor year-round. I love mixed media, […]

DIY Abstract Alcohol Ink Art

August 23, 2017 By Alexis Leave a Comment

Learn how to make your own alcohol ink DIY abstract art. This process is simple and so much fun! You aren’t going to want to stop making these fun art pieces. Have you ever worked with alcohol inks before? These beautiful, vibrant inks are transparent, dry quickly, and create gorgeous marbled, organic designs on slick, […]

Easy Sequin Pumpkin Pillow

August 22, 2017 By Aki 3 Comments

Now that summer is almost over, I’m so ready to jump into creating some cute fall décor for my little apartment. This easy pumpkin DIY sequin pillow takes just a few minutes to assemble. It’s perfect for an afternoon project, or to give as gifts to friends and family. You can definitely change it up […]

Easy DIY Marble Coasters

August 18, 2017 By Vanessa 2 Comments

I am seriously so excited to be sharing this easy DIY marble coasters tutorial with you all today. You’ll never believe just how easy it is to create the perfect marble look on almost any surface with the awesomeness that is Marabu Easy Marble paint. It’s almost like magic! I went with these super easy […]