# Craftino

> Craftino (craftino.org) publishes tested, budget friendly craft projects for every season and holiday, for adult crafters in the United States. Every project is made, photographed and priced at a real kitchen table before it is published, with a full supply list, real store prices, honest timing and step by step photos. Craftino is also a free DIY craft ideas app for iPhone and Android.

Author: Mustafa Demir. Contact: https://craftino.org/contact/. Editorial policy: https://craftino.org/editorial-policy/

## Key pages
- [Craftino app](https://craftino.org/app/): what the app is and is not, features, free vs Pro, FAQ
- [Blog](https://craftino.org/blog/): every published project, newest first
- [About](https://craftino.org/about/): who makes Craftino and how projects are tested

## Occasions
- [4th of July and Patriotic Crafts](https://craftino.org/fourth-of-july-crafts/): Red, white and blue crafts for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day and Veterans Day. Porch decor, kids' projects and simple tributes, all priced out.
- [Back to School Crafts](https://craftino.org/back-to-school-crafts/): Crafts that follow the school year: first-day projects, Dr. Seuss Day, teacher gifts and graduation. Good for parents, grandparents and classroom volunteers.
- [Christmas Crafts](https://craftino.org/christmas-crafts/): Ornaments, advent calendars, decorations and Dollar Tree Christmas projects for grown-ups and grandkids. Every project is timed, priced and tested before it goes on the tree.
- [Crafts for Adults](https://craftino.org/crafts-for-adults/): Grown-up craft projects that are relaxing to make and nice enough to keep, gift or sell. This is the heart of the site: real supply costs, honest time estimates and notes on what went wrong.
- [Crafts for Seniors](https://craftino.org/crafts-for-seniors/): Crafts chosen for older adults, care homes and senior centers: large pieces, few steps, low mess. Includes projects suited to memory care, with notes for caregivers.
- [DIY Gifts](https://craftino.org/diy-gifts/): Handmade gifts for Christmas, birthdays and every reason in between, with honest notes on cost per gift and how long each one takes to make in batches.
- [DIY Home Decor](https://craftino.org/diy-home-decor/): Home decor you can make in an afternoon: decoupage, candles, stained glass effects, suncatchers and room makeovers on a budget. Every project shows the before, the after and the bill.
- [Easter Crafts](https://craftino.org/easter-crafts/): Bunnies, eggs and spring table decor for Easter, with versions for adults, kids and toddlers. Each project notes the mess level so you know what you are getting into.
- [Fall Crafts](https://craftino.org/fall-crafts/): Pumpkins, apples, leaves and porch projects for September and October. Every project lists real supply costs and how long it takes, so you can plan a weekend of crafting without surprises.
- [Father's Day Crafts](https://craftino.org/fathers-day-crafts/): Father's Day crafts and handmade gifts that dads and grandpas actually keep. Projects come with kid-made and adult-made versions.
- [Halloween Crafts](https://craftino.org/halloween-crafts/): Spooky but not gory Halloween crafts for the porch, the mantel and the classroom party. Many use Dollar Tree supplies, and each one says what it costs and how it held up outdoors.
- [Kids Crafts](https://craftino.org/kids-crafts/): Crafts to make with children and grandchildren, sorted by age, with an honest mess rating. Dinosaurs, animals, space and more.
- [More Holiday Crafts](https://craftino.org/holiday-crafts/): One page each for the smaller days on the calendar: St. Patrick's Day, New Year's, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, Lunar New Year, Groundhog Day, Mardi Gras, Cinco de Mayo, Grandparents Day and birthdays. Each page appears ahead of its date.
- [Mother's Day Crafts](https://craftino.org/mothers-day-crafts/): Handmade Mother's Day gifts and cards, from toddler handprints to gifts adults can make for their own moms. Each project tells you how long it lasts after the day itself.
- [Nature Crafts](https://craftino.org/nature-crafts/): Pine cones, acorns and painted rocks: crafts made from things you can pick up on a walk. Includes how to clean and dry what you collect.
- [Paper Crafts](https://craftino.org/paper-crafts/): Paper flowers, tissue paper projects, printables and Cricut ideas. Each project names the paper weight we used and what happened with lighter or heavier paper.
- [Resin Crafts](https://craftino.org/resin-crafts/): Beginner resin and epoxy projects such as coasters and keychains, with mixing ratios, cure times and the mistakes to avoid on your first pour.
- [Spring Crafts](https://craftino.org/spring-crafts/): Butterflies, bees, ladybugs and Earth Day projects for the first warm weeks of the year. Many reuse materials you already have at home.
- [Summer Crafts](https://craftino.org/summer-crafts/): Camping, beach and ocean crafts for long summer days, plus quieter projects for adults on the porch. Seashells, sticks and other finds from summer trips get used here.
- [Thanksgiving Crafts](https://craftino.org/thanksgiving-crafts/): Table decor, place cards and turkey crafts the whole family can make before the big meal. Projects are sized for a real table and priced item by item.
- [Upcycled Crafts](https://craftino.org/upcycled-crafts/): Crafts made from things headed for the trash: paper towel rolls, egg cartons, cardboard, jars, bottles and tin cans. Each project counts how much it kept out of the bin.
- [Valentine's Day Crafts](https://craftino.org/valentines-day-crafts/): Valentine's crafts for partners, friends and classrooms, from simple paper hearts to keepsakes worth giving. Grown-up projects come first, with kid-friendly versions alongside.
- [Winter Crafts](https://craftino.org/winter-crafts/): Snowmen, snowflakes and snow globes for the long stretch after the holidays. These are cozy indoor projects that work for a quiet afternoon or a visit from the grandkids.
- [Wood Crafts](https://craftino.org/wood-crafts/): Wood crafts that need no workshop: popsicle sticks, signs, frames and plant stands. Tools are kept to what most homes already have.
- [Wreaths](https://craftino.org/wreaths/): Wreaths for every season: fall, Christmas, spring, Easter and summer, plus Dollar Tree versions. Each wreath lists the form size, how many pieces it took and how it held up on a real door.
- [Yarn and Sewing Crafts](https://craftino.org/yarn-crafts/): Yarn, crochet, quilting and simple sewing projects, from pom poms to free patterns for beginners. Yardage and time are listed for every project.

## Projects
- [Craft Room Design Ideas for a Corner, Closet or Spare Room](https://craftino.org/crafts-for-adults/craft-room-ideas/): Plan a craft room that fits your space and budget. Compare corner, closet and spare room layouts, choose useful storage and skip unnecessary buys.
- [8 Turkey Crafts for Kids and the Thanksgiving Table](https://craftino.org/thanksgiving-crafts/turkey-crafts/): Make eight Thanksgiving turkey crafts with paper plates, pinecones, felt, wood beads and mini pumpkins. Compare time, cost and ages before you start.
- [25 Bead Crafts for Jewelry, Kids and Home Decor](https://craftino.org/diy-home-decor/bead-crafts/): Make 25 bead crafts with pony, wood and seed beads. Try bracelets, zipper pulls, kids’ projects and home decor, with supplies and tips for each idea.
- [8 Corn Craft Ideas for Kids, Classrooms, and Fall Tables](https://craftino.org/thanksgiving-crafts/corn-crafts/): Pick a corn craft for a fall afternoon, from bubble wrap prints and torn paper collages to corn husk flowers and dried corn decorations.
- [20 Jenga Block Crafts for Kids](https://craftino.org/kids-crafts/20-jenga-block-crafts-for-kids/): Try 20 Jenga block crafts for kids ages 3 to 10, from painted animals and games to learning toys and gifts, with clear steps and practical glue tips.
- [Decoupage for Beginners: How to Get a Smooth Finish](https://craftino.org/diy-home-decor/decoupage/): Learn how to decoupage wood, glass and terracotta with Mod Podge. Choose the right paper, prevent wrinkles and bubbles, and get a smooth finish.
- [12 Hanukkah Crafts Kids Can Make for the Eight Nights](https://craftino.org/holiday-crafts/hanukkah-crafts/): Try 12 affordable Hanukkah crafts for kids, from paper menorahs and spinning dreidels to colorful garlands, window stars and handmade gift wrap.
- [Handprint Turkey Craft for Toddlers and Preschool](https://craftino.org/thanksgiving-crafts/handprint-turkey/): Make a handprint turkey in 20 minutes for about $1 a child. Four steps, the trick for a clean print from a wiggly hand, and how to run it with a class.

## App
- App Store: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6758856058
- Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.craftino.craftino