The Top 8 Online Resources for Crafting
By David Morgan (from BurdaStyle) on November 22, 2009
Over the past few years, craft has seen a major resurgence throughout the world. A lot of this has to do with people utilizing the Internet to gain knowledge and inspiration. Now this isn't just your grandmother's doilies, these are the coolest, most creative people coming up with incredible ideas. There are many sites that have contributed to this groundswell of creativity, whether you want to learn a new hobby or start a career, there is a site for everything!
Sewing
With Project Runway and other fashion shows, interest in sewing has grown exponentially. Sites like BurdaStyle.com provide patterns, tutorials and more for all levels of skill. Gain inspiration through looking at members' projects and ask for advice. Once you have gotten a little more advanced, sewing sites like PatternReview.com can help you choose and review sewing patterns and see how others creations turned out. If you are looking for funky quick projects you should check out what Threadbanger.com has to offer. Their quick little videos are fun and perfect for younger audiences interested in DIY and craft.
Knitting
Knitting kicked off the craft movement a couple of years ago, becoming one of the hottest new hobbies. It is fairly easy to pick up and very portable, though it does take some practice. The most comprehensive site out there is probably Ravelry.com they display patterns as well as creation photos. Another great site for beginners with really easy step-by-step instructions is woolandthegang.com.
General Craft
Sites like Craft: and Craftster provides instructions and inspiration for just about every type of craft out there. From how to make terrariums out of old jars to creating the most amazing costumes. These sites have new content added daily from members and contributors and are a great wealth of information within them.
Selling your Craft
Utilizing all these resources, people have moved from their desk jobs into making their craft their career. Etsy.com is an online marketplace for handmade goods, where people buy and sell their creations. It is the perfect place to get inspired, sell your creations and get your holiday shopping done all the while supporting local, independent artists.
There is truly something for everyone out there, get inspired, go create!
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BurdaStyle offers copyright-free sewing patterns, step-by-step tutorials, skill sharing, inspiration, project ideas and an engaged, creative community. It takes less than a minute to get started, and there's something for everyone from experts to novices. BurdaStyle is a place for people who sew or would like to learn. Our aim is to bring the traditional craft of sewing to a new generation of fashion designers, sewing hobbyists, DIYers. BurdaStyle has a wide variety of advertising and partnership options including banner ads, weekly newsletter announcements, targeted live events, signature contests and sponsorship of our downloadable patterns. Our vibrant community consists of 270,000+ members, with 170,000 opt-in subscribers to our weekly newsletter.
With Project Runway and other fashion shows, interest in sewing has grown exponentially. Sites like BurdaStyle.com provide patterns, tutorials and more for all levels of skill. Gain inspiration through looking at members' projects and ask for advice. Once you have gotten a little more advanced, sewing sites like PatternReview.com can help you choose and review sewing patterns and see how others creations turned out. If you are looking for funky quick projects you should check out what Threadbanger.com has to offer. Their quick little videos are fun and perfect for younger audiences interested in DIY and craft.
KnittingKnitting kicked off the craft movement a couple of years ago, becoming one of the hottest new hobbies. It is fairly easy to pick up and very portable, though it does take some practice. The most comprehensive site out there is probably Ravelry.com they display patterns as well as creation photos. Another great site for beginners with really easy step-by-step instructions is woolandthegang.com.
General Craft
Sites like Craft: and Craftster provides instructions and inspiration for just about every type of craft out there. From how to make terrariums out of old jars to creating the most amazing costumes. These sites have new content added daily from members and contributors and are a great wealth of information within them.
Selling your CraftUtilizing all these resources, people have moved from their desk jobs into making their craft their career. Etsy.com is an online marketplace for handmade goods, where people buy and sell their creations. It is the perfect place to get inspired, sell your creations and get your holiday shopping done all the while supporting local, independent artists.
There is truly something for everyone out there, get inspired, go create! --------------------------------------------------------------------
BurdaStyle offers copyright-free sewing patterns, step-by-step tutorials, skill sharing, inspiration, project ideas and an engaged, creative community. It takes less than a minute to get started, and there's something for everyone from experts to novices. BurdaStyle is a place for people who sew or would like to learn. Our aim is to bring the traditional craft of sewing to a new generation of fashion designers, sewing hobbyists, DIYers. BurdaStyle has a wide variety of advertising and partnership options including banner ads, weekly newsletter announcements, targeted live events, signature contests and sponsorship of our downloadable patterns. Our vibrant community consists of 270,000+ members, with 170,000 opt-in subscribers to our weekly newsletter.
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