Hi, I’m Elli 🌸
Welcome to Side Hustle Crafters — a place for beginner-friendly DIY craft tutorials using materials like air dry foam clay, resin, plaster of Paris, spackle, and more.
I’ve always loved creating things with my hands. Over the years I’ve experimented with all kinds of craft materials and textures — from resin projects to spackle wall art and mixed media pieces.
As a working single mom 🌟, crafting became something really special for me. It was a creative break from busy days and a way to make something meaningful with the little bits of time I had.
And like many crafters, I can’t resist wandering through craft stores. The colors, textures, and shelves full of materials always spark ideas for new projects to try.
But I also noticed something important: so many people want to craft, yet tutorials online often feel overwhelming or require expensive materials.
That’s exactly why I created Side Hustle Crafters. My goal is to share projects that are creative, approachable, and genuinely fun to make — even if you only have a small pocket of time to craft.
What You’ll Find Here
My Craft Style
I love working with materials that are beginner-friendly, affordable, and fun to experiment with. Many of my projects focus on texture and creative layering using simple supplies anyone can try.
- Air dry foam clay
- Resin and molds
- Plaster of Paris
- Lightweight spackle
- Tissue paper crafts
A Few Fun Things About Me
Favorite craft material: Foam clay
Current obsession: textured wall art
Iced Coffee 365
Craft style: playful + colorful
Glitter — my theory is you can never use too much
Favorite part of crafting: experimenting
Whether you’re here to relax, learn something new, or explore the creative side of a potential side hustle, I’m so glad you’re here.
Happy crafting 🌸
— Elli 💖