Tip - How to Avoid Blisters after a Burn

Well isn't this interesting? Who hasn't burned their fingers while crafting?

Avoid Blisters after a Burn Tip at jealousydesign
"When you work with heat it is more a rule than just fact that you will burn your fingers, hands etc... I will show you something that will help you to heal faster and to avoid blisters :) This is not a new thing, when you work in a restaurant at least here in Sweden you use this method all the time, and I must say that this is very helpful when you are a metalsmith too..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Autumn Leaf Garland

Very pretty! Autumnal decorations add warmth to the home I think.

Autumn Leaf Garland Tutorial at Creating Cupcakes
"Using an embroidery floss, stitch the leaf veins onto each leaf.
I used a gold colored floss which I thought was a little thick, so I pulled 3 strands out of the floss to make it easier to stitch. You could save some time, and use a gold glitter glue or fabric paint to make the leaf veins instead..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Puppet Theater

I love these classic ideas for kids. Every child should have the chance to put on a puppet show. Don't you think?

Puppet Theater Tutorial at All Things Made by Kelly
"Back in August I posted about a puppet theater that I had made (I originally got the idea from here) and I thought I would make one to take to use as a giveaway at the fair to try to get people to preorder them. So I thought since I was making one anyway I would make a tutorial to show you how to make one yourself..." Read more

Recipe- How to Make an Apple Pear Crumble

The perfect comfort food when the weather turns chilly!

Apple Pear Crumble Recipe at ArtMind
"This has got to be one of my favorite desserts! My family loves it too and we mainly all have birthday's in fall/winter so when we have a little dinnerparty I am usually asked to make a crumble. With all these ingredients, this just makes for a lovely fall dessert!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Use Free Version of QuickBooks for Etsy Shop

This is a *really* detailed tutorial for a free version of QuickBooks and it's tailored to meet the needs of etsy shops. Pretty cool!

Use Free Version of QuickBooks for Etsy Shop Tutorial at Accounting SPOT
"The QuickBooks® Simple Start Online tutorial provides directions on how to make the program work best with your Etsy shop. Using the QuickBooks® Simple Start is an easy way to track sales and expenses. All your finance information is organized in one place, so you can easily stay on top of your business and be ready for tax time..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fake Fur Stole Wrap

Halloween? How about adding a touch of glam for a Christmas or New Year's party?

Fake Fur Stole Wrap Tutorial at Ismoyo's Playground
"Let me start by saying this, i think you could wear an elegant short faux fur cape every day. But since we're nearing Halloween this tutorial might come especially in handy. You have this wonderful costume but you don't want to completely cover it with a jacket? Whip up a stylish stole! Quick and easy!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Snuggle Bunny Hand Warmer

Aren't they the cutest bunnies ever?

Snuggle Bunny Hand Warmer Tutorial at Bustle and Sew
"The bunnies are really easy to sew and even the features only need basic embroidery skills. They have a little pocket in their tummies into which you insert your heating bag - containing the filler of your choice. I used rice and organic lavender, but you could use buckwheat, cherry stones or even oatmeal. You can also add spices, herbs and essential oils for an even more fragrant bunny..." Read more

Exchange Program Tutorial - How to Make a Bottlecap Magnet

Here's another fabulous tutorial created as part of my Exchange Program. LivngoodJewelry made this fun bottlecap magnet using a collage sheet from PetitePaperie.

Bottlecap Magnet Tutorial at LivngoodJewelry
"Here's another tutorial thanks to the trade arranged by Dottyral at Totally Tutorials. This time the supplier was Petite Paperie who creates amazing collages for use in crafting..." Read more

Exchange Program Tutorial - How to Make an Embellished Leaf Pendant Necklace

Here's another fabulous tutorial created as part of my Exchange Program. SkyeJewels made this beautiful necklace using a handmade pendant from shaterra.

Embellished Leaf Pendant Necklace Tutorial at Skye Jewels
"This lovely Leaf Pendant was made by Sharleen at Shaterra Clay Studio. I chose this pendant because of the lovely mix of greens with hints of brown. I could envision it with textured ribbon and yarn in similar shades and with Leaf charm dangles..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Oxidize Sterling Silver with a Hard Boiled Egg

I love the look of oxidized silver and isn't it nice that it can be achieved so simply and without chemicals?

Oxidize Silver with Egg Tutorial at Jealousy Design
"I made a pair of earrings with beautiful Citrine chips and I wanted the silver to represent the black on a wasp so I needed to oxidize it and why not do something I have promise I should do; A tutorial how to oxidize jewelry..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Rag Tabouret / Footstool

What a clever way to use up pieces of fabric!

Rag Tabouret Tutorial at Marta and the ...
"This tabouret/stool/footstool is all about upgrading old worn out clothes and other pieces of fabric..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Yo Yo Pincushion

Yo yos, ric-rac, and pincushions - three of my favorite things in one!

Yo Yo Pincushion Tutorial at Patchwork Underground
"This vintage-inspired project is wonderful for using up those little scraps of fabric, batting and ric-rac you already have laying around the house. Throw an orphaned vintage button on top and you have a seriously cute pin cushion that looks good enough to eat..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Braided Fleece Dog Toy

So easy! Gifts for all of the puppies in the neighborhood, huh?

Braided Fleece Dog Toy Tutorial at Rad Linc Crafts
"I saw these fleece rope dog toys, similar to the braided ones that I posted a while back, but with a loop on one end. Anyway, two things popped into my head when I saw this; 1) “That's kinda pricey” and 2) “I can make this.”..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Bottle Cap Spider Pincushion

Really cute! You can never have too many pincushions! ;)

Bottle Cap Spider Pincushion Tutorial at June Pfaff Daily
"Just in time for Halloween, I've put together a quick little project to add a dash of fun to your sewing area. That's if you can get your...ahem...three kids to stop playing with it..." Read more

Exchange Program Tutorial - How to Make a Beaded Wirework Necklace with Pendant

Here's another fabulous tutorial created as part of my Exchange Program. Lucid Moon Studio made this gorgeous necklace using a handmade pendant from shaterra.

Beaded Wirework Necklace Tutorial at Lucid Moon Studio
"When I received my pendant from Shaterra Clay Studio as part of the Totally Tutorials Exchange Program, I immediately thought of some hand dyed yarn that I had received from LLYYNN back when we did the Count Your Blessings charm swap. It matches the colors in the pendant perfectly..." Read more