Foiled Butterfly Notecards
Learn how to make the most beautiful notecards you’ve seen in your life. Insanely vibrant color and metallic joy decorate these butterfly notecards. If you’ve never worked with foils before, you’re in for a treat. Effortlessly get the stunning metallic look you see here with foils. All you need is your laminator and the foiling tools from Therm O Web to put together this card. The metallic foils decorating the butterfly wings add another layer of radiance to the card. Use these for any occasion, and wow your friends when they learn you’ve made them yourself.
Stunningly Beautiful Pill Bottle Lamp
Have you ever seen a more beautiful way to recycle pill bottles? Rather than throwing empty pill bottles away, make this Stunningly Beautiful Pill Bottle Lamp. You can’t deny how pretty this recycled craft is! Not only will you rescue dozens of pill bottles from the trash can (because many curbside recyclers don’t take number 5 plastic), but you’ll keep an old lamp from the garbage, too! Reuse pill bottles to make a unique, trendy, and lovely lamp for your home. The orange glow will add ambiance to any room, and the geometric design looks modern and store bought. Impress guests with your shockingly gorgeous DIY lamp.
Wall Hanging
Create a pom pom project without actually making the pom poms! Use pom pom yarn to create an effortless and beautiful beach wall hanging. This tutorial features a kite-like wall decoration perfect for the summer home. Hang it near a window so it gets plenty of light and really pops! Use shades of blue pom pom yarn to create a lovely and nautical effect. A pale starfish is the perfect finishing touch. This is a fantastic home decor project for beginners, and it works up so much more quickly than if you were hand making all the pom poms yourself.
Knitted Brim Hat
This Knitted Brim Hat from Red Heart Yarn is great for beginners and those new to knitting who want a little challenge. A red knitted hat like this one is a great accessory for the fall and winter months and makes a great gift for all your friends!
DIY Old Flannel Shirt into Band Shirt
DIY an old flannel shirt into something next level! If you’re wondering what to do with old flannel shirts, look no further than this quick. This band shirt is made in minutes. If you’re looking for a T-shirt craft you’ll actually use and even wear, consider making this flannel shirt craft. This tutorial is crazy easy and will be an awesome project to wear to an upcoming concert. You can sew this shirt in minutes or you could even use fabric glue or another adhesive for a no-sew option. I know what I’m wearing to my next concert!
Dream Puffs Crochet Blanket
When I started designing the Dream Puffs Crochet Blanket, I thought it would be a baby blanket but this stitch is so darn squishy I decided it’s for everybody! So here is the Dream Puffs Crochet Blanket free crochet pattern in 5 sizes you’re going to love cuddling up in this one! The Dream Puffs Crochet Blanket uses this fantastic V-stitch and puff stitch combo move that makes for an easy pattern to memorize that creates tons of texture, loft, and warmth. The lovely color changes are created by using two colorways of Lion Brand Scarfe a self-striping yarn worked in stripes! I used two colorways with a lot in common, but I can’t wait to see what combos you all come up with!
Up and Down Crochet Dishcloth
Wipe away the dirt and grime with this Up and Down Crochet Dishcloth. This free dishcloth pattern uses the up and down stitch to make a beautiful cloth for wiping those dirty dishes clean. These cloths are easy to make, and they’re absolutely delightful to look at. You’ll love how decorative this dishcloth is, as it’s a small, but mighty, free crochet pattern that can really add some vibrancy and color to your kitchen. These dishcloths also make great gifts for family, friends, or the new neighbors who just moved in down the block.
Cozy Mile a Minute Throw
This Cozy Mile a Minute Throw from Roseanna Beck is great for those who are looking for a bit of a challenge. Made with two contrasting colors, this crocheted afghan is easy to customize to suit your taste. This afghan would be great to have out during the holidays and is easy to snuggle up with when the weather turns cold!
Plastic Spoon Roses DIY Recycled Craft
Turn discarded plastic utensils into cute flowers with this Plastic Spoon Roses DIY Recycled Craft tutorial. If you like recycled craft ideas, then you’ll love this totally original and eco-friendly idea. Use these roses as embellishments and accessories. If you have some spoons left from your last house party, you can turn them into unique blooms. Set up in a well-ventilated area and use the flame from a candle to carefully melt plastic spoons until they resemble curled petals. You can use these green floral crafts as embellishments for paper crafts, hair accessories, or jewelry.
Updated Amish Bars Throw
Reminiscent of an Amish quilt design, this graphic crocheted throw from Red Heart Yarn is worked in brighter colors for a fresh look and feel. Various pattern stitches make the Updated Amish Bars Throw one of the best free crochet patterns for expanding your skills.
Beaded Wine Glasses
These Beaded Wine Glasses are the answer to your crafting prayers! Have you been wondering what to do with all of your mismatched wine glasses? Turn them into a purposeful, multi-colored wine glass set instantly with the help of this quick and easy craft video tutorial. Personalize them anyway you want to be unique to you, using your favorite color beads or even different colored glue. These DIY wine glasses even make cute handmade gifts for everyone on your list!
Upcycled Crochet Jean Shorts
Do you want to look like a Bohemian babe without having to pay an arm and a leg at expensive clothing stores? We have the perfect solution for you that puts your crochet skills to fashionable work! Out of all the ways to recycle old jeans, this technique by Darn Good Yarn is by far the most haute couture. Don’t throw away shorts that don’t fit your style. This quirky, colorful, and chic project will show you what to do with old shorts that will make you the fashion icon of the summer. With rainbow tassels expertly woven into the hem of your shorts, these denim darlings will make it so that there’s no way you won’t turn heads.
Pizza Pan Mosaic Tutorial
That old pizza pan doesn’t have to wind up in the garbage. Repurpose it and make a stunning glass mosaic to decorate your home!
Mod Podge is the only sealer you need to complete this beautiful project. This is a wonderful alternative to cement or other sealers.
There is something so summery and joyful about mosaics! Similar to diamond painting or paint by number projects, mosaics involve piecing together your picture in a way that allows for peaceful contemplation.
The mosaic comes together beautifully and easily, and a pizza pan is the perfect canvas! Make a project that is uniquely you with this mosaic tutorial.
Slouchy Cowl
The comfortable, Slouchy Cowl from Patons is a delightful way to keep warm and add a burst of color to your winter attire. Use this free knitting pattern and super-soft angora yarn to make a cowl. Unlike many free scarf patterns, cowls guarantee warmth because they are designed to stay snug and tight around your neck, capturing that much-needed body heat during cold and frigid days.
You could easily match this stunning, free cowl pattern to any of your coats by making it in the correct color of yarn. Adding style and comfort to your wardrobe can be difficult, but with comfy free cowl patterns like this one you will look the part of the effortlessly chic goddess. Basic pieces do a lot to add a classic flair to any look. Just because you are battling snow and ice does not mean you cannot look your best. Free scarf knitting patterns like this one are a great way to look like stylish while staying warm and toasty. Once you get started on this amazing cowl knitting pattern, you’ll never want to stop.
Spring Sampler Infinity Scarf Crochet Pattern
Need a light and lacy crochet scarf for spring? This sampler infinity scarf crochet pattern features springy colors and openwork stitches for a wonderful springtime accessory. This is a wonderful beginner-friendly pattern. You need to know the basic crochet stitches, and once you do, you’ll get to practice them with this pattern. Beginners and experienced crocheters alike will love this pattern! The textures as well as the ease with which you practice and execute the different stitches make this a fun pattern to work up and wear!
Afghan Crochet Pattern
Sometimes it can be difficult to choose what color yarn to use for an easy afghan pattern. You don’t have to choose between your top favorite colors with Two Color Easy Afghan Crochet Pattern. It is totally fine if the colors are very different, because it will give the finished piece an aesthetically pleasing and attention grabbing effect. This easy afghan crochet pattern is perfect for beginners and it even edges itself, so there’s no need to create a border when you are done. Make this afghan for a friend or bring it to a baby shower.
Christmas Gnome Wall Decor
Families and friends are sure to get a kick out of this cute Christmas Gnome Wall Decor. Perfect for hanging on your wall or your front door, this country-style Christmas decoration will help get your home in the spirit of the winter season. This cute winter gnome is crafted with felt and yarn, so it’s inexpensive to make and super easy to find everything you need to make this project. In fact, you might have everything you need sitting in your craft stash right now! It’s never too late to get a jump-start on your holiday crafting, and this Christmas Gnome Wall Decor is sure to get you in the holiday spirit!
Recycled Water Bottle Supply Organizer
The Recycled Water Bottle Supply Organizer is a great way to do your part to save the earth by crafting with items you may already have at home. This DIY organizer is a unique way to organize all of the supplies in your craft room. If you keep losing pens or other office supplies, this one’s for you. Recycled plastic bottle crafts are a fun way to reuse materials you already have and try new kind of projects at the same time. Often, water bottle crafts are appropriate for all ages, so gather up the kids and have them help you finish this project (they can choose the directions for your new lazy susan). Who knows, you might actually want to sit down and get work done when you have your desk all neat and organized.
Mason Jar Flower Vase
These Gold Tipped Mason Jar Vases will give an elegant and lovely look to any indoor or outdoor celebration. Use these golden vases to hold flowers, utensils, or candy canes for any events. These lovely Mason jar crafts make wonderful gifts for friends and family, and they’re even better gifts when you fill them with lovely flowers or candies!
Everyone knows that Mason jar ideas are one of THE DIY crafts of this decade, but just because you are upcycling jars does not mean you have to skip having some class. Just a little bit of gold paint transforms these Mason jar crafts into something you might find at a millionaire’s picnic.
Beginner Tote Bag
An easy crochet pattern from Bernat Yarns is this tote bag for beginners. Bernat Softee Chunky yarn is used for a nice solid bag. The metal belt buckle is a great closure that you just have to sew on. Crochet totes like this one are so fun to make because they’re practical and roomy. Use this as your everyday bag and keep all of your essentials inside. It’s the perfect bag to bring to and from work or even on errands. Bags make excellent gifts, too, because person can never have too many purses. Get started on a fun and practical project when you make this beautiful tote.
Spider Tie Dye Design
Grab your favorite tie dye supplies and prepare to make one of the coolest designs out there. The Spider Tie Dye Design is a gorgeous way to combine bright colors with a darker dye. This design resembles long spider legs, but there is nothing creepy crawly about this design. You will be in awe after creating this project. In just five steps, you can learn how to tie dye a t-shirt unlike any of the other traditional designs. This project requires you to have several bright tie dye colors as well as black dye. So, make sure you have some plastic gloves on-hand, because black dye can leave a pretty wicked stain.
Actually looking for a spider-inspired, creepy crawly design? Try out this tie dye technique with just two colors of dye: orange and black. You’ll love the results.
Arch Columns Crochet Afghan Pattern
Turn the look of fantastic architecture into a beautiful blanket. Crochet afghan patterns should never be boring, and this colorful Arch Columns Crochet Afghan Pattern certainly fits the bill. Different type of yarns come together to create an eye-popping look you won’t soon forget. This is a great gift for a new mommy, so be sure to make one for a baby shower. The colors and design also make this afghan ideas for spring. If you’re looking for afghan crochet patterns to complement your Easter decor, be sure to start working on this project now.
Crochet Poncho
The name says it all! Learn how to crochet a poncho FAST using super bulky weight yarn and gorgeous, easy-to-crochet stitches that work up in a jiffy.
I don’t know about you but I may be, what you’d call, garment avoidant. Don’t get me wrong, I love garments. I love sweaters, wraps, cardigans, kimonos all of them. And I especially like ponchos. However, I almost never make them because they take FOREVER to finish and I can never be sure they’re going to fit right. That’s why I designed this fastest and easiest crochet poncho pattern ever.
This pattern works up in a matter of hours and can be easily adjusted for petite or plus sized needs. And, while I don’t usually recommend that crochet sellers make garments (because they’re just not cost effective), this design just might be the perfect addition to your craft fair inventory.
Super bulky, soft, and super-duper cozy, this poncho is the perfect pattern to whip up as a quick gift or something special just for you to wear everywhere introducing, the Everywhere Poncho.
Infinity Rug
Warm up your hardwood floors with this Infinity Rug from Red Heart Yarn. This crochet mat is an intermediate level, but don’t let that scare you! The directions are easy to follow. This mat would be great in a kitchen, bathroom, or living room.
Jewels of the Desert Crochet Dishcloth
This Jewels of the Desert Crocheted Dishcloth is a quick and easy crochet pattern that you can whip up in no time. Made using a variety of crochet stitches, this crocheted square can also be used to create afghans, blankets, and more. This is a great pattern for beginners and a fun way to use up an extra skein of yarn. Create a whole assortment of dishcloths or assemble these squares into a blanket to create a super cute afghan for a little girl or boy.
Light Crochet Shoulder Shrug
A light crochet shoulder shrug is a great accessory in warmer months. Add to a dress for an easy transition into night. The shrug from Bernat Yarns is crocheted in a silky bamboo yarn, so it’s soft and comfortable to wear. The openness of the shrug also makes this cute accessory very lightweight, so it’s the perfect way to cover your shoulders if you’re wearing a summer dress or tank top.
Just because it’s warm doesn’t mean you can’t show off your favorite crochet projects! Keep cool with these 22 Summer Crochet Patterns! Bright and full of sunshine, these patterns are light and lacy and perfect for summer accessorizing!
Crochet Tote Bag
Crochet your own tote bag to go with any outfit with this free pattern from Bernat Yarns. This quick and easy bag is both adorable and practical because it is strong, durable, and large enough to hold all of your essentials.
This is one of the most versatile craft ideas on our list, with options for every level of skill and creativity. At the low end, you can buy blank cotton tote bags and personalize them with silk screening, beading, hand painting, textile dyeing, or embroidering.
For more advanced crafters, sew tote bags from scratch from your own pattern add pockets, closures, and other details to make yours unique.
Also consider other types of bags you can make. Take this example from upcycle brand Psychic Outlaw. The team turns vintage quilts into a number of accessories, from cosmetic pouches to fanny packs.
Tips:
- As a sustainable option, upcycle vintage clothing or fabric into a usable tote bag. Consumer trends continue to tip toward brands with sustainable business practices.
- Consider finding a niche in this crowded market. What about tote bags just for wine bottles, totes that convert to backpacks, bags that fold up to fit in a pocket, or totes screen printed with memes and pop-culture references?
- If you truly don’t have a knack for crafting, consider uploading your designs to a print-on-demand partner and have them shipped directly to your customer.
Feather & Fan Shawl
Add a rainbow shawl to your cover-up collection when you check out this free crochet shawl pattern. Worked up in eye-catching colors, you will love how easy and pretty the Feather & Fan Shawl is to complete.
The Feather & Fan shawl is modern twist on the traditional fan pattern. The lacy stitch repeat gives the shawl a great drape, while still keeping you warm during cooler summer evenings. The pattern is easy to modify in height and width: instructions are included in the pattern. It’s suitable for confident beginners that are not afraid to use a fine yarn. Once you get the hang of the pattern, it’s amazing to see your shawl grow!”
Recycled CD Coasters
These fun Recycled CD Coasters are a great way to put old CD’s to good use. This fun collection of coasters makes a great gift and is so budget friendly. CD crafts like this are also great for group activities and craft nights with your kids.
Upcycled Fabric Cedar Sachets
Make your own sachets using recycled materials and your favorite essential oil. By using recycled fabric from old clothing, spare buttons, and bits of lace, you’ll be able to sew cedar sachets to put in your drawers for a lovely scent. These sachets make wonderful gifts around the holidays and smell so wonderful. Please note that some people and pets have allergies to plants and essential oils. Make sure no one in your household is allergic to the ingredients before using.
So grab your fabric scraps, cedar chips, and crafting supplies, and get ready to create your own Upcycled Fabric Cedar Sachets! Happy crafting!
Tufted rugs and mats
One trend that’s still going strong is rug making, using a hooking or tufting method. Whether you hook by hand with a punch needle or use a mechanical/electric tufting gun, you can create unique rugs, mats, or textile wall art based on your own designs. The top creators are often fetching hundreds of dollars for one two-by-three-foot rug. It can be a lucrative business if you find your niche.
One brand that rode the wave of this trend when it first surged was Mush Studios. Founder Jacob Winter picked up tufting as a hobby during the pandemic, documenting his process on TikTok. When those videos went viral, he launched his successful brand.
Tips:
- Offer a custom or made-to-order service, creating tufted rugs to your customers’ specs.
- Starting out in this space will cost you a few hundred dollars for materials, especially if you opt for the tufting gun method. Try a class, if one is offered in your area, to see if you enjoy it before investing.
Paper flowers
Paper flowers are simple crafts to make and sell, and potentially can be a fruitful small business idea. The wedding services market, though hit hard by the pandemic, is bouncing back and expected to be worth upward of $414 billion by 2030.
Marketing paper flowers as statement-making décor for weddings and events could score you a piece of that very big pie. Tons of free online paper flower tutorials and templates make it easy to get started. Better yet, paper flowers are among the easiest crafts to make and require very little upfront cost to get started.
Brittany Watson Jepsen built her career as a blogger and content creator for a decade before scaling her brand, The House That Lars Built, to include an ecommerce business. Brittany’s handmade paper flower tutorials were a particularly big hit among her followers. Now, she sells kits to help others easily make them from home.
The House That Lars Built
Tips:
- Find or create designs that can fold down and be unfurled by your customer to save on shipping costs.
- Why not try making and selling craft kits for kids or adults, assembling and cutting elements of paper flowers that customers can assemble at home?
Textile dyeing
Tie-dye cycled back into popularity in ’90s, popping up in fashion retailer collections on everything from sneakers to underwear. Tie-dyed goods are easy crafts to make and sell from home, requiring very few materials and skills.
You can buy and dye bulk blank t-shirts or tie-dye fabric to sew into one-of-a-kinds products, depending on your skill level. Also try traditional Japanese shibori, a trending method of resist-dyeing using natural indigo dye Or, make your own fabrics to sew onto one of a kind DIY crafts or handmade clothing another trending craft for 2024.
Tips:
- Fabric dye, both synthetic and natural, can be purchased commercially. You can also experiment with making your own dyes with ingredients from your pantry, like avocado skins, turmeric, or teas.
- Tie-dyeing typically can be done using string or elastic to resist dye. But anything can be used for this purpose try bulldog clips, clothespins, or a wax-resist method like batik.
Home fragrance products
One of the easiest crafts to make and sell online, home fragrance products like candles require no prior crafting experience. And, they’re in demand. Candle making continues to trend and the home fragrance market is expected to reach $9.2 billion by 2026.
You can purchase a basic candle-making kit to experiment with the process of adding essential oils to melted wax. But the possibilities are endless: Get creative and stand out with unique containers/shapes like those by Yui Brooklyn, great branding like Boy Smells, a niche audience like Scent & Fire, or unusual scent combinations like Frost beard candles.
In a crowded market, what’s your unique selling proposition?
Young brothers Austin, Collin, and Ryan Gill started their candle brand as a home-schooling activity with the help of their mom, Celena. Frères Branchiaux started out selling at craft fairs and is now a seven-figure business with products sold in Macy’s and Whole Foods.
Tips:
- Other home fragrance crafts to make and sell include room and linen sprays, custom essential oil blends, and natural diffusers.
- If you plan to make and sell candles online, be mindful that they are products susceptible to breakage and melting. Factor this into your packing and shipping strategy.
Ceramic or clay plant pots
The plant-parent population grew like a weed at the onset of the pandemic, and businesses selling plants and plant accessories harvested the benefits. And, with plant care being a long-term commitment, tangential businesses will see benefits for years to come.
There is often a higher barrier to entry to pottery due to the need for specialized ovens (called kilns) to fire the clay. These are often cost- and space-prohibitive, but you can generally find community centers or clay studios that rent kiln time.
Pottery-like plant pots can also be made from air clay or cement (poured into molds) and do not require firing.
Rachel Acosta made a “radical career change” when she quit her job as a data scientist to pursue her pottery hobby as a career. Her brand Glaze Me Pretty sells ceramic plant pots and vases alongside a number of fired goods like dinnerware and soap dishes.
Tips:
- Take a pottery workshop or class to learn how to work with clay and get access to a kiln.
- Consider other plant accessories like garden markers, hanging planters, watering spikes, or window boxes that can be made from a variety of materials.
- Since pottery is one of the more challenging crafts to make and sell, it’s less saturated than some of the other DIY ideas. It’s still important to find your own aesthetic to stand out from the crowd.
Needle felted goods
Martha Stewart magazine named needle felting as a trending craft to make and sell for 2024. Needle felting is a sculptural wool craft made using a long, thin needle with a series of notches at the tip. This needle is poked into the wool, tangling it as it’s extracted. As the crafter continues this process, the wool becomes more dense and can be shaped into a number of finished products.
Once you get a hang of the technique, this is one of the many easy crafts on this list. Consider making and selling anything from felted wool dryer balls like those in the example from The General Bean, above, felted soap casings, ornaments, pet toys, and more.
Tips:
- With trending crafts, you’ll find a ton of competition in the market. Consider what you can create that differs from what you see from competitors.
- Felted goods make great gifts. Create product collections around gifting holidays like Mother’s Day or graduation and attend local craft fairs during busy shopping seasons.
Vintage upcycle
If you’re looking for a sustainable idea for a craft you can do from home, vintage upcycling might be for you. The process involves sourcing vintage or used clothing maybe pieces that have rips, stains, or dated shapes and repurposing parts into new products.
Upcycled materials from a torn maxi-skirt could become a tote bag; a faded vintage sweatshirt could be cropped and re-dyed; an old t-shirt could be reimagined as a baby hat. The possibilities are endless for this DIY trend.
Frankie Collective upcycles vintage sports jerseys and other goods, mostly from the ’80s and ’90s, into other clothing, like shorts and crop tops.
Tips:
- You don’t need to have sewing skills or even a sewing machine to upcycle vintage clothing. Try distressing denim or cropping and dyeing tees.
- Consider what’s in demand. Which fashion trends from the past have cycled back? How can you convert less desirable cuts into modern silhouettes?
Woven and knotted home decor
Woven and knotted textile art has made a big comeback in tandem with midcentury home trends. These home décor crafts have a range of options for every skill set. Macramé is a knotted technique popularized in the Victorian era and revived in the 1970s that can be used to make belts, textile art, and hanging planters.
Searches for “hanging planter” spiked in 2020 and have had sustained interest since, peaking during each spring gardening season. Even better, if you’re looking for easy crafts to make and sell, this craft is perfect for beginners.
Other textile crafts like hanging wall art can be made with a weaving technique using a loom these can range from a simple wooden frame or hand loom to large electrical power looms.
Obakki works with artisans in Mexico to produce handcrafted home décor like this textile wall hanging, made to order in custom sizes.
Tips:
- A beginner weaving kit can cost as little at $30 and contains all of the supplies you need to weave a trial project.
- What other woven crafts can you make and sell? Consider placemats, bathmats, soft baskets, throw pillows, DIY rope bowls, or jewelry.
- Follow trends in home and décor when planning your collections. Etsy identified curved shapes, boho details, and wiggle patterns as décor trends for 2024.
Handmade beauty products
DIY beauty products can be easy crafts to make and sell even if you’re not very creative. Dabble with testing simple products in your spare time before progressing to more complicated craft ideas like nail polish or lotions.
Once you’ve perfected your product and start to see some success with your business, consider upgrading to working with a lab or factory to produce your products.
That’s what Melissa Butler did when her handmade lipstick line created in her kitchen started to take off. Now The Lip Bar products are sold in Walmart, CVS, and in the brand’s own flagship store.
Tips:
- As handmade beauty products make great gifts, consider building your collections around gift-giving occasions. Gift sets are a great way to bundle products and make shopping simpler for your customers.
- When you’re just starting your craft business, you can save on overhead costs by using upcycled materials like Mason jars for product packaging. Local thrift stores are often good sources for these ideas.
Resin and polymer clay jewelry
Both resin and polymer clay jewelry creations began trending a couple of years ago but are still popping up all over the web because of their versatility and appeal as DIY crafts. Martha Stewart magazine names resin art as one of 2024’s trending crafts.
Resin jewelry is often characterized by items like dried flowers “preserved” in a hard, clear substance, while most common polymer clay jewelry is composed of opaque geometric shapes in bold colors.
Both require some upfront investment for materials but have a low learning curve with plenty of online tutorials. Great as a hobby, jewelry is also an easy craft to scale into a side gig, as you can produce multiple pieces in each batch.
Tips:
- Resin jewelry is slightly more complicated, since it involves mixing chemicals and can be messy. Trial and error will help you avoid bubbles in your creations.
- Polymer clay jewelry can be made by cutting freehand shapes or using mini cookie cutters, then assembling the pieces with jump rings. Invest in a rolling pin designed for this purpose for a more professional finish.
- Consider how this medium can be used beyond jewelry. Think: holiday décor like Christmas ornaments or picture frames.
