Halloween isn’t far off, and if you are still in need of some spooky accessories, this tutorial from the DIY Maven on Curbly has got you covered. The DIY Maven takes you step by step through making your own zombie pin out of polymer clay. Even if you’re new to polymer clay, you’ll find this … Continue reading Make Your Own Zombie Jewelry
NerdECrafter, a polymer clay crafter from Canada, has done a video tute on how to make your own mosquito, trapped in amber, a la “Jurassic Park.” She also gives a couple different options for the color and mold of the resin used, so you really can make your very own pendant.
Is a new mobile phone on your holiday wish list? Then you might want to prepare a place to hold it. This mini Iron Throne phone holder is a clever use of materials – and no scheming, conniving or murdering required to claim it! Susie posted a tutorial over at Cut Out + Keep that incorporates foam, coffee … Continue reading Game of Thrones craft: Iron Throne Phone Holder
I loved Jim Henson’s movie, Labyrinth, as a kid. Well, mostly. I do remember being rather scared of the Fireys, and the creepy bit in the rubbish heap. And I’m almost certain I had nightmares about the Bog of Eternal Stench. Now, of course, the scariest thing about Labyrinth is David Bowie’s leggings, and I actually have … Continue reading “Search me, we’re just the knockers!”
Crocheting is already awesome, but you know what would make it even better? Adding lightsabers. Channel the force as you make scarves, dolls, and whatever else you like to create while wielding a lightsaber crochet hook. They’re very nifty and might just help keep your hand from excess cramping. Cherelle made these super fun, hook grips out of polymer … Continue reading Lightsaber Crochet Hook
Have you ever seen something so cute you’ve actually squealed out loud? Of course you have; you’re a Geek Crafts reader. But seriously, I’ve just had the biggest cute-fest in weeks browsing through Quernus Crafts’ photostream over on Flickr, after seeing this incredibly wonderful mini sculpture: It’s Mal Reynolds! From Firefly! But he’s a mouse! … Continue reading Captain Malcolm Reynolds: Man or Mouse?!