Krafty Bandit Blog

Papa's Pumpkin Pie 34 oz jar candle from A Cheerful Giver at Krafty Bandit in Belle Vernon, PA

Fall Candle Guide: Cozy Autumn Scents at Our Mo...

Pumpkin, apple cider, warm spice, bakery and bourbon candles in stock at Krafty Bandit in Belle Vernon, plus fall wax melts that ship nationwide.

Fall Candle Guide: Cozy Autumn Scents at Our Mo...

Pumpkin, apple cider, warm spice, bakery and bourbon candles in stock at Krafty Bandit in Belle Vernon, plus fall wax melts that ship nationwide.

Bottle of raw wildflower honey from Huckle Bee Farms, 1 lb

10 Ways I Use Raw Honey Instead of Processed Su...

I run a boutique in Belle Vernon and I carry a lot of honey. Here are the ten swaps I actually make in my own kitchen, with the jar I...

10 Ways I Use Raw Honey Instead of Processed Su...

I run a boutique in Belle Vernon and I carry a lot of honey. Here are the ten swaps I actually make in my own kitchen, with the jar I...

An assorted group of memory bears with different patterns made by Kim at Krafty Bandit

What to Make From a Loved One's Shirts

How many shirts you need to make a memory bear, pillow, or quilt from a loved one's clothing.

What to Make From a Loved One's Shirts

How many shirts you need to make a memory bear, pillow, or quilt from a loved one's clothing.

Preserving Baby Clothes: Turn First Outfits Int...

What to do with baby clothes they outgrow, including turning a few first outfits into a handmade memory bear or quilt.

Preserving Baby Clothes: Turn First Outfits Int...

What to do with baby clothes they outgrow, including turning a few first outfits into a handmade memory bear or quilt.

What to Do With a Loved One's Clothing After Th...

Gentle, practical options for a loved one's clothing after a loss, including turning a few favorite pieces into a memory bear, quilt, or pillow.

What to Do With a Loved One's Clothing After Th...

Gentle, practical options for a loved one's clothing after a loss, including turning a few favorite pieces into a memory bear, quilt, or pillow.

Kim, owner of crafty bandit stands near a large patchwork memory quilt she made

Our Story: Krafty Bandit

The story behind Krafty Bandit — how founder Kim turned a self-taught sewing hobby into Belle Vernon’s destination for handmade quilts, memory bears, and curated boutique fashion.

Our Story: Krafty Bandit

The story behind Krafty Bandit — how founder Kim turned a self-taught sewing hobby into Belle Vernon’s destination for handmade quilts, memory bears, and curated boutique fashion.