The Crafty Tipster

Paper Mache Hearts – Part 1

My first foray into paper mache since childhood - paper mache hearts for Valentine's Day. A great family craft although it can be a bit messy.

No Sew Felt Flowers

Dress up any outfit with a layered, no-sew felt flower brooch. Pattern is one of several free flower tutorials by Kolleen of Design by Night.

Weaving In Ends

Love to crochet but hate weaving in ends? I've tried every kind of needle I could find. One stunk, several were just OK, but I did find my new fave too.

Wool Needles, Where Have You Been All My Life?

Hate weaving in crochet ends? Try wool needles and you might actually enjoy the once-dreaded task.

Clover Darning Needles with Latch Hook Eye

Pros and cons of the Clover Darning Needles with Latch Hook Eye. Where they are clever, where they aren't and do they stay in my crochet tool chest.

Susan Bates Finishing Needles

My review of Susan Bates Finishing Needles. Others love them but they're not for me. Seems like a good idea but there are far better options out there.

Weaving in Ends with Sewing Needles

A review of hand needles from traditional darning needles to upholstery needles, bent-tip needles and a little bit of everything in between.

Bleach Pen Crafts

Create a mehndi look on clothing or adorn a pair of jeans with these bleach pen crafts. One expert also shares how to neutralize the bleach too.

Scrap Yarn Ornaments

The great yarn art debacle of 2016. A simple-looking craft that's clearly harder than it looks. My guide to wasting time with yarn and frustrating your Mom.

Crayola Colored Pencils

Before you buy Crayola Colored Pencils, consider how you color, maintain your craft supplies and your budget. I like them. They're truly bright, bold colors.