So what’s up with these powdered pigments? Natural Earth Paint pigments can be used for a wide range of artistic applications! Mix with water to create tempera, watercolor, or finger paint: As a guideline, I use a 50/50 pigment to water ratio for water color. For tempera or poster paint, add small amounts of water…
Author: craftergeek
Caker, Crafter, Costumer
BFA Savannah College of Art in Design
I see something and I try to make it. Sometimes I succeed, sometimes I fail, but I always have fun doing it.
Why Recycled Silk?
I really love both weaving and knitting with recycled silk yarn! It feels soft, lightweight and luxurious! The finished products always look so beautiful! One of the reasons I launched Crafter Geek’s retail shop was to encourage other fiber artists to try more eco-friendly alternatives to acrylic and superwash wool. Experimenting with different fibers is…
Selling “Perfect”
Crafter Geek has been an official business for about a month now. I have a pretty clear idea of what I would like to do: Start by stocking environmentally-friendly arts & crafts supplies Make my own beginner kits from these supplies Include an option for make-a-long video tutorials for each kit I have such passion…
The Con Is On
Ahhhhhh I’m so excited for Dragoncon 2021! I’m making 2-3 new cosplays, including an attempt at making a largely sustainable costume. I’ve just finished weaving fabric for a slitted wrap. I found a GORGEOUS skein of Lana Grossa Shades of Cotton cottolin yarn I had picked up on sale which I used as warp. It…
Jack O’ Lanterns Are Back!
Jack O’Lanterns hand carved by Crafter Husband are back on Etsy! We sold out last year so don’t wait! Each pumpkin is hand-carved and unique! Can be used indoor and out! They will last for years with proper use and storage! Every pumpkin comes with a battery-operated flickering tea light with easy access to change…
Binging During Coronavirus
Looks like we’re all going to be staying at home a lot over the next several weeks with school and event cancellations. I’ve compiled a list of some of my favourite TV shows available on streaming services to help keep you occupied. His Dark Materials (HBO/Hulu) His Dark Materials stars Baby Wolverine (Dafne Keen) as…
DIY: Trolls Favor Jars
Supplies: 4 ounce mini-jars Purchased at Publix or buy them on Amazon Assorted Faux Fur Swatches Shannon Gorilla Fur (3″ pile) buy at Fabric.com Assorted 3/8″ ribbon Optional embellishments:
Working With Edible Images
When people hear the term “edible image sheet” they think of their kid’s baseball team on a sheet cake surrounded by buttercream roses from a grocery store. While this is a great use of edible images, you can get really creative with them and up your home-baked goods game! Watch how to apply edible images…
Beelzebub Cosplay
I have started work on my Beelzebub costume for Dragon Con 2019. I thought I’d post my progress for fun & to collaborate with anyone else making this fabulous costume!
Dark Phoenix: Comic Fan Review
In light of the bad reviews the new Dark Phoenix movie is receiving, I thought I’d write my quick first impressions as a fan of both X-Men comics and movies. The main thing to know going in is that Dark Phoenix is a much darker, grittier film than its predecessors First Class, Days of Future…
Geekly Countdown: Best Perfume Bottles
If you’ve ever tried on perfume in a store, then you know your nose has a limit to how many scents you can sniff at a time. Unless you’re some kind of nerd who researches notes and reviews beforehand (who, me?) then your brain is going to start with the most appealing bottles.
Harry Potter Party
I really wanted to set the scene for when guests arrived. We made “Keep Out: Forbidden Forest” signs for the trees across from Maria’s house. My husband has these great crows for Halloween we put around her yard. The front door had a “no brooms allowed” sign, with brooms parked outside & a stack of newly delivered Daily Prophets!