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The Skills Library

These are some of my favourite free resources for learning a variety of crafting skills

These are the channels I genuinely lean on for craft skill — every one earned its spot the same way: by teaching me something useful that I went on to use in real projects. Whether you're cutting your first vinyl, dialling in sublimation settings, or trying to understand why your CNC keeps losing steps at the corners, you'll find a channel here that's been there before you.

I cannot thank these guys enough for creating these amazing channels, between them they have saved me time and thousands of pounds, and allowed my businesses to be much more responsive and adaptable.

 

Grouped by craft so you can skip the YouTube rabbit-hole and go straight to the good stuff.

🎨 Creative Design & Software

  • Doug Green (Austin)
    The definitive expert on CorelDRAW for production. Best for vector design and layout.

  • NaseerUddinCDR 
    Specialist CorelDRAW tutorials focusing on professional graphic design and sign-making.

  • cadcamstuff
    Clear, high-quality Fusion 360 training. Essential for 3D modelling and CAD design.

  • Simplilearn Official
    A broad digital library covering AI, online marketing, and business tech skills.

  • Canva
    Quick design tutorials for social media marketing and small business branding.

👕 Apparel & Decoration

  • Stahls' TV
    Global leaders in heat press technology. Master the art of garment decoration, heat transfers, and high-volume production.

  • Stahls' UK & EU
    Essential for UK makers. Specific advice on equipment, tax-compliant shipping, and garment trends across Britain and Europe.

  • The Rhinestone World
    The go-to for multi-media apparel. Learn to combine vinyl, rhinestones, and decals for high-profit custom products.

  • Southpaw's Studio
    The ultimate dye sublimation resource. Clear tutorials on ink settings, substrates, and troubleshooting complex presses.

  • Jennifer Maker
    The definitive guide to Cricut and vinyl cutting. Perfect for beginners looking to turn home crafts into a professional brand.

  • Angie Holden
    Expert sublimation and laser cutting projects. Deep dives into new materials and innovative crafting techniques.

🛠️ CNC, 3D Printing & Engineering
 

  • Mr. CNC Technical mastery of CNC machining. Focuses on precision toolpaths, machine maintenance, and engineering fundamentals.

  • 3D Printing Nerd The heart of the 3D printing community. Honest reviews of hardware and creative large-scale making projects.

  • CNC Kitchen The science of making. Technical testing of 3D print strength, material properties, and engineering precision.

  • Make Anything Creative 3D design and inventive engineering. Pushing the boundaries of what is possible with a hobbyist setup.
     

🪚 Woodworking, DIY & Making
 

  • Proper DIY No-nonsense UK DIY and workshop advice. Essential for building out a productive maker space and tool mastery.

  • John Malecki Professional woodworking and "big build" projects. Learn how to create high-end furniture and maker-content that sells.

  • Leathercraft Masterclass Premium-tier leatherworking. Traditional techniques for creating world-class, durable handmade leather goods.

  • Bourbon Moth Woodworking High-production woodworking tutorials. Learn efficiency and fine craftsmanship with a focus on project-based learning.

  • Punished Props Academy The art of finishing. Expert advice on painting, weathering, and fabricating props with various materials.
     

💍 Jewellery & Beads
 

  • Beaducation The original jewelry-making resource. Master metal stamping, wire wrapping, and boutique jewelry design.

  • We Make Jewellery Professional goldsmithing and silverwork. Traditional bench skills explained for the modern jewelry entrepreneur.

  • Mitera Made Jewelry Insights into running a successful jewelry brand. Focuses on creative design, business growth, and branding.

Transparency Notice: I’m a big believer in the hustle, and that includes being upfront. This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. I only recommend tools and services I genuinely back and have used personally, where possible.

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Billy Giles trading as The Proper Hustle  Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, UK. BB5 4NL

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