Crafts & DIY
340 sites
https://byrdierose.neocities.org/
Byrdie's Bluff is the personal corner of Byrdie, a self-described dragon who makes things, featuring a gallery, library, recipes, diary, shrines, and a newsletter called Byrdie Babbles. The site has a warm handmade feel with an eclectic mix of creative projects, dragon lore (including a Dragon Code), and a strong indie web presence via webrings and friends links.
https://kieraoonadiy.neocities.org/
Kiera-Oona's DIY is a Neocities-based creative resource covering sewing, crafting, art, and DIY guides, with free patterns and project tutorials shared in an accessible, informative format. The site includes sections on upcycling wardrobes, bookbinding, fabric techniques, and a side helping of gaming content, all presented as a personal labor of love with a strong anti-AI ethos.
http://knitviktim.blogspot.com/
Knit Viktim is an Italian-language knitting blog by a self-described passionate knitter who dives deep into the history, lore, and technique behind garments like the ancient 'Bog Shirt.' Posts blend archaeological curiosity with hands-on fiber arts, making it a distinctive corner of the knitting blogosphere.
http://quiltart.com/
QuiltArt.com is a dedicated resource for art quilting enthusiasts, focusing on quilts as a fine art medium rather than purely a traditional craft. Visitors can find information about the QuiltArt mailing list community, galleries of members' work, and resources connecting fiber artists passionate about pushing the boundaries of the quilt form.
https://joewoodworker.com/
Joe Woodworker is a comprehensive hobbyist resource dedicated to wood veneering and vacuum pressing, packed with tutorials, FAQs, glossaries, and DIY plans for building your own vacuum press. The site also sells veneer supplies, adhesives, and vacuum press kits, making it both an educational hub and a go-to source for materials.
https://spiralsbysteve.com/
Steve Garrison's woodworking site showcases extraordinary scroll saw projects inspired by nature and mathematics, including nautilus shells, helical forms, gears, polyhedrons, and segmented spheres. A self-described inventor of woodworking techniques, Steve documents his original methods in detail and offers eBooks and tools for other artists looking to push the boundaries of scroll saw art.
http://starquilts.com/index.php
Polly's Quilts showcases authentic Native American star quilts handcrafted by Polly, a member of the Hidatsa and Arikara peoples from the Ft. Berthold Indian Reservation in North Dakota. The site features a gallery of colorful, handmade quilts rooted in Northern Plains tradition, along with the story of how Polly learned her craft from her mother in 1971.
http://caffreyknives.net/index.html
Ed Caffrey, ABS Mastersmith from Great Falls, Montana, showcases his custom handmade knives, Damascus steel blades, and bladesmithing work spanning over 30 years. The site includes available knives for purchase, bladesmithing classes, how-to videos, written articles on knifemaking techniques, and detailed guides on forge building, heat treating, and grinder setups.
https://crazyquiltinginternational.blogspot.com/
Crazy Quilting International is a community blog showcasing the embroidered crazy quilt creations of members from around the world, affiliated with the CQI Facebook group. Visitors can browse themed swap projects like Halloween and Valentine fabric postcards, find tutorials, and see the intricate handiwork of stitchers across many countries.
https://thecozyquilter.blogspot.com/
The Cozy Quilter is a long-running blog chronicling one crafter's quilting projects, guild activities, and creative retreats, with posts dating back to 2008. Readers will find detailed accounts of quilt-making techniques, scrap challenges, fabric choices, and community events like the Oxford Guild VP quilt days.