All Things Indie

If you are like me nowadays, I am always on a budget. Cutting costs on everything. Dollar Store Crafts is right up my alley with cheap crafty projects.

Yesterday, I discovered another use for Dropbox and I thought I would share. This time, it involves using Dropbox with the GIMP. If you use the GIMP, you are going to love this!

Does it seem like you have way too many passwords to keep track of? Granted, you could just use one password for everything, but that isn't secure at all. What if you have multiple computers and want to be able to have access to all of your passwords? I'll show you how to simplify your life using two pieces of free software, Dropbox and Keepass.

Love to craft? Love not wasting things? Love the earth? Learn how to recycle a t-shirt to make a reusable tote via this Instructable.

I love building things. I love taking things apart to see how they work, even if I can't get them back together. It's all part of a higher learning experience.

For those interested in bringing fun ideas to life and learning how electronics work at the same time, I highly recommend Arduino, an awesome open-source electronics prototyping platform.

d-touch.org has the plans needed to build a unique diy drum machine using an A4 sheet of paper, a webcam and a printer. You can download the software to do it from their site. The only thing required is a free registration. Personally, I can't wait to try this out!

I am a fan of typography. I am not a graphic designer, but I appreciate how a typeset makes a huge impact on what you are trying to convey. Typenuts is a site with type-themed & type-inspired iPhone & desktop wallpapers at no cost.

Want to know how to make photo necklaces, earrings, magnets and more using shrinking plastic? Well, now you can! Photojojo shows you how to do so here. I love this project! It works for both jewelry and magnets. Who doesn't need magnets!?

Etsy has been around since 2005, but I finally joined yesterday with the purchase of a wise robots t-shirt. If you are a fan of buying and selling handmade items, this is the place to go. There are literally thousands of products to see, from clothing to jewelry to art to music.

Planning on getting out in the sun this weekend? You will want to be sure you have plenty of sunscreen, but why buy it if you can make your own? This instructable shows you how to do it.