Tutorial - How to Make a Quilt Block Throw Pillow

A Way to Use One Quilt Block

Quilt Block Throw Pillow Tutorial at Fabric Fascination Blog

"This 12 or 14" pillow will make a nice accent for your bedroom or livingroom. Start with your block - if you missed the instructions, the PDF file is here. Buy a 12" or 14" pillow form.  For the 14" size, you will be adding a one inch border around the block".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Raspberry Supreme

This needs 4 hours of chilling, so plan ahead

Raspberry Supreme Tutorial at Show Tell Share Blog

"Over a decade ago, a dear friend from the Northwest shared it with me. It brought back memories of  the baby shower she helped host for me, dinner at her house and she bought a whole Raspberry Supreme cake just for me when I was staying around the clock in the local children's hospital for over a month with my sick newborn. We both moved and lost touch, but I will always remember her friendship and care".... Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Knitting Needle Roll

Can be used for brushes or pencils too

Knitting Needle Roll Tutorial at RosMadeMe Blog

"Firstly iron your fabric, as I am using a cotton ticking I will be cutting it out with pinking shears as you will remember that ticking is in training for the Olympic 100m and will start to run even before the starter fires his gun, you need two pieces 13" height  x 11" width and a piece of wadding cut to the same dimensions.  If you are working with longer needles or shorter pencils adjust the height accordingly." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make Chain and Ribbon Jewelry

This project only needs a few simple tools

Chain and Ribbon Jewelry Tutorial at On Clever Mode Blog

"This is probably the easiest and simplest project I have done in a very long time!
The result is beautiful, and everyone will be impressed.  It can be a necklace or bracelet.  Chain - You can get it at Lowe's or Home Depot, or even a small dog leash chain would do. You will need pliers if you have to shorten the length. Ribbon - I used a 5/8" width but next time I'll use a "fatter" ribbon, Scissors".... Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make Whole Wheat Pizza Dough

Use a Bread Maker to Make the Dough

Pizza Dough Tutorial at Life Blessons Blog

"It’s a weekly ritual around here that we sit down to a homemade pizza every Friday night. If I’m going to eat the same meal that frequently, you better believe I’m going to see to it that it tastes that good, too.  Which is why, each week, I whip up a pie using pizza dough, sauce and seasonings that I've made myself and that taste oh so good, every time. Now that I've gone homemade, no other kind of pizza can quite compare".... Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make Fairy Wings

Last Minute Improvisation

Ephemeral Fairy Wings Tutorial at Show Tell Share Blog

"I didn't have any fabric that seemed right for covering the wings, and tissue paper seemed too flimsy. I thought about using one of the brown paper bags that we always have hanging around the kitchen, but when I checked we were fresh out. Finally, at some point, I stumbled across a huge wad of brown packing paper that'd been kicking around our dining room since it arrived with a package last week. Hello. My brain finally kicked into gear, and I had a plan. Here's what I did".... Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Rose Brooch from Old Pants

Recycle Old Pants into Something Pretty

Make a Rose Brooch from Old Pants Tutorial at Joanna's handmade dream Blog

"Today we will make a rose brooch from old pants! Ready?  Cut 3 flowers same length with 5 petals".... Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make Salt Paint

Fun Project for the Kids

Salt Paint Tutorial at Shakespear's Stage Blog

"I made some Salt Paint for the kids while searching for something fun to do with the kids left at home.  My husband made a trip with our oldest son over to Tropic to help his father haul and bail (bale?) hay on the farm.  So, we needed to do something fun".... Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Chevron Rag Quilt

Good Quilt for a Boy

Chevron Rag Quilt Tutorial at Ricochet and Away Blog

"I attempted to make his quilt as big-boy-ish as I could and use fewer, larger sized blocks. My design inspiration: chevrons.  Those trendy zig-zags are so popular right now, and paired with some cool "big boy" colors, I knew I had a winner.  So I got out my sketch book and came up with a not-quite-perfect-but-definitely-easy method of making a rag quilt with chevrons".... Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Card for the Visually Impaired

Well thought through hints and tips

Cards for the Visually Impaired Tutorial at Toucan Scraps Blog

"My sister-in-law was born blind and I've had many years of practice making cards for her and her family (I like to make my brother & niece's cards with her in mind too). I want to share some hints and tips with you that I've learnt along the way.  So what makes a great card for someone who can't see it? Basically the card making process is the same, with the focus on tactile rather than visual structure. And yes, it does still need to look wonderful where it is proudly displayed on the mantelpiece." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make an Oilcloth Wristlet

Carry Your Essentials in this Cute, Easy to Make Wristlet

Oilcloth Wristlet Tutorial at Sweet Floweret Blog

"I worked hard to create a tutorial for you to make one of my favorite things… My oilcloth wristlet.  It is cute, fun and super convenient for quick trips out, walking kids to the park, carrying essentials at the gym or on a bike ride (the large strap fits nicely over the handlebars) .  You get it.  Oilcloth is fabulous because it's waterproof and also made in some really funky prints".... Read more

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Tutorial - How to Resize a Man's Shirt for a Boy

Simple Way to Recycle a Shirt

Resizing a Man's Shirt into a Boy's Shirt Tutorial at Joyfoolery blog

"Recently I found a great shirt for my husband while out Op Shopping.  The only problem was that it didn't fit, it was just a bit small with very restrictive sleeves. So I decided to resize it to fit my eldest son (who is 7) instead.  Here's how to do it.  The first step is to unpick the sleeves. Then I found one of my 7 year old's shirts to use as a size guide.  I laid it over the top and cut my shirt to match (leaving about an inch either side for seams).  I did the same thing with the sleeves".... Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Hooded Duck Towel

Children will love this!

Hooded Duck Towel Tutorial at Nap Time Crafters Blog

"I LOVE hooded towels but those cute baby ones just don't last very long. I wasn't quite ready to use a boring adult towel so I came up with the hooded duck towel! The perfect friend for bath time".... Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Union Jack Cushion

Stash Buster

Union Jack Cushion Tutorial at The Girl Who Looks Like a Cake Blog

"I have a massive stash of fabric, like 12 boxes full. Some of it is from my degree, you always had to find the fabrics you would use, even if you weren't making the garment. You could get tiny swatches but it was easier just to buy 25cm or 50cm. Some was from working in a fabric shop. All of it is because I can't resist buying nice fabric. Anyways the result is a ridiculous amount of fabric all in small amounts. So, I'm slowly trying to use it all up productively" Read more

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