I admit that I used to have a bias against the term "crafts."

It's hard to blame me for the error in my ways. Try this experiment: close your eyes and say the word "crafts" aloud. What do you see?

I used to see "country style" crafts with lots of lace, silk flowers, and chicken motifs all over the place. Nothing against that look. There are plenty of people who love it. Taste is, after all, a personal matter.

For me, I don't do "country." I love bright colors and kitsch decor.

These days, I consider "craft" to be a true synonym of "art," the definition more about the handmade value of the item and the skill of the crafter. Sometimes the challenge is finding inspiration and instructions for more off-beat crafting.

Lucky for me Cat Morley of Cut + Out Keep has taste much more in line with mine than with traditional craft fair styles.

When I discovered Cat's site, it primarily consisted of step-by-step pictures and instructions for funky craft projects. There are over 200 projects ranging from recipes for the kitchen to wearable items. She's totally geek chic with items like the Keyboard Ring.

Since then, she has added social networking features, including profiles and message boards.

If you'd spend more time being creative and crafty if you weren't on internet reading blogs and writing on your blog, then Cut + Out Keep is the place for you.