Tutorial - How to Make a Leather Pendant

These started out as earrings

Leather Pendant Tutorial at Khadija's Creative Mind Blog

"Do you like leather accessories? I have seen some interesting ideas at ETSY. & I realize some of those were not even difficult to try, So one day I start working on this easy peasy colorful idea & I have done it..Lets see how they turned out finally".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Dress from Shirts

Made from 3 shirts and one T-shirt

Dress Tutorial at Creative Chaos Blog

"It was pretty simple to do and it would have been relatively quick too if I would have managed to sew the right sides together straight away, but, as they say, learning by doing (also very good for those of us wanting to become more patient... I made it out of three old shirts from my man and one old t-shirt of mine. Unfortunately, using old shirts here is quite different from doing the same for example in Europe. There are so many people here that would love even an old shirt, so I was under pressure to make something nice if I dare and cut up valuable items.  Not sure if it is nice, but I am extremely fond of my little dress".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Simple Flower Display

Simple yet Effective

Flower Display Tutorial at Blueberry Craft and Hobby Time Blog

"How to create flower decoration that is simple and easy to make. Just follow these easy instructions. You will need: small glass jars, ribbon".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Zucchini Muffins with Orange Frosting

Orange frosting on top sounds tasty

Zucchini Muffins Tutorial at Simple Living Blog

"These are so simple to make and are loved by all that eat them. I always try to slip in extra vegetables were ever I can, people are so surprised when I tell them they have zucchini in them. This recipe was originally a Chocolate Zucchini cake but I like to change things to suit myself and the ingredients I have on hand".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Decorate a Ceramic Coaster

Modge Podge gives it shine and protection

Ceramic Coaster Tutorial at Decor Galore

"Last night I decided to try the DIY Ceramic Tile project that I posted about earlier this week. I must say..it came out nice. This post will be a tutorial so that you all can go home and do-it-yourself".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Hourglass Block Baby Quilt

Big blocks make this baby quilt come together quickly

Baby Quilt Tutorial at Fabric Fascination Blog

"This quilt is part of a series of projects made using Block of the Month patterns.  I used some cute bird fabrics and lots of grey for the hourglass block".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Add a Magnetic Snap to an Envelope Clutch

Magnetic Snaps are a great way to secure this clutch

Envelope Clutch Tutorial at All Wrapped Up Blog

"There are multiple ways to close a bag, but one of the more popular and widely available ones involve magnetic snap button closures. You could even sew a normal button or a contrasting fabric covered button with a buttonhole as a closure. But today I'm going to show you how to put a magnetic button into the Soy Envelope Clutch and basically for use in other bag closures".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Ruffled Skirt

Little girls will love this Minnie inspired skirt

Ruffle Skirt Tutorial at La*tee*da*kids Blog

"My skirt is of course Minnie Mouse inspired with the giant red polka dots. Choose whatever fabric you like, use something different for the ruffle if it makes you happy having some contrast! Now follow along while I show you how to make this skirt that is perfect for the beginning sewer. Please keep in mind. There is more than one way to skin a cat! This is how I made this and came up with my own measurements. You can always use your own methods".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Decorate an Umbrella

Decorate a One of a Kind Umbrella

Umbrella Tutorial at Tousled Day Blog

"This is my new umbrella... (I didn't have a chance to use it. Well, rain is something to look forward, now".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Mosaic from CD's

Recycle Old CD's

CD Mosaic Tutorial at Make it Easy Crafts Blog

"Surprise!  Today it’s a two-fer.  Two craft tutorials using a similar technique. We all have those CD’s still lying around.  They may be the ones that ISP’s used to send out by the boatload, or maybe some old playlists from our pre-iPod days.  It’s hard to toss them so why not use them for crafting?  And seriously now, old Cd’s are craft supply perfection.  They are free, and they are flashy".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Patchwork Taggie Blanket

This blankie has a surprise noisemaker inside

Taggie Blanket Tutorial at Sew Much 2 Luv Blog

"I'll admit that I have an ever growing stash of  girly flannel remnants. I just keep buying them every time I see them in the remnant bins. I can't really explain why I love them so...... But today I'm actually going to use some of them! See....I knew they'd come in handy someday".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Paper Bracelet

I remember doing this fold with gum wrappers as a child

Paper Bracelet Tutorial at Paper N Pearlz Blog

"So, remember the kiddie bracelets that I had made about a month back? For my daughter and her friends? And remember I promised a tutorial for that?? So here is my promised tutorial. It is quite simple to make, so have a go. What you will need: Rectangular pieces of paper. You will need an even number of pieces".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Decorated Vase

Hard to believe the decoration is made with pistachio shells

Vase Tutorial at Khadija's Creative Mind Blog

"I enjoy making creative stuff with ordinary things..a few days back I make this flower pot/paintbrush holder/vase or anything else you can say..the most ordinary thing I have used here is Pistachio shells ;) I love eating salted fried pistachios a lot & I am in a habit of keeping their shells in a packet,so I can make several things ! its a first try :)lets see my today's fun creation".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Mayonnaise

This recipe uses cooked eggs rather than raw in the mayonnaise

Mayonnaise Tutorial at Mooberry Farm Homesteading Journal

"Mayonnaise is a staple around here.... but I don't buy it at the market. Homemade mayonnaise is so simple and inexpensive to make that I gave up store-bought long ago in favor of a little mayo-self-sufficiency! Most mayonnaise recipes contain raw eggs, which are mixed with vinegar and oil to make a creamy emulsion. I don't like the idea of feeding my family raw eggs. Especially in a food that may sit in the fridge for a week or so! My mayonnaise recipe is different than many because the eggs are cooked in the process".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Belt Hanger

Wrap with Your Choice of Fabric

Belt Hanger Tutorial at Handmade Con Amor Blog

"I find beauty in things asymetrical and uneven. Imperfect is my idea of perfection. So this is, many times, how i go about life. Enjoying and rejoicing used, old and sometimes forgotten treasures. I have had a long time need for getting by belt act together. It´s funny how certain things can inspire me in areas of my life where, apparently, there is no relation whatsoever. But that is why life, and all it´s unpredictabilities can be so exciting. Picasso did inspire a simple belt hanger. Just as grandious works of art are sometimes inspired by upmost simplicity. This just happened the other way around".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Your Own Photo Props

These look fun to make as well as use

Photo Props Tutorial at The Letter 4 Blog

"What's a photo booth without some fun props? You know you're jealous of my rad glasses. Good news, I'll show you how to make them :) I actually drew my props straight onto some thin cardboard so I don't have any templates for you but there is a ton around the web if you need. So cut out all your figures in some card stock or cardboard".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Bean Bag Bird

Cute Hand Sewing Project

Bean Bag Tutorial at Holloughby Blog

"Cut the bird body felt in to a long rectangle, when you fold it in half it should roughly be a square. Pin it in half like in the picture below. Sew up the side opposite the fold with overstitch".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Simple Notebook

Handy Journals with Your Choice of Covers

Notebook Tutorial at Pinwheel Blog

"All you need for these super easy notebooks is a magazine page, A4 paper, an embroidery needle, embroidery thread, a gluestick, a pair of paper scissors and a pair to cut the thread.  I have pinking shears here because I've lost my nice sharp embroidery ones".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Cream Cheese

She recommends using it up within a week (shouldn't be hard to do)

Cream Cheese Tutorial at Mooberry Farm Homesteading Journal Blog

"Cream cheese is one of the super simple cheeses to make. No special cultures are needed to make it, just a little rennet and some cultured buttermilk or homemade clabber along with the milk and cream. Its simplicity makes cream cheese a great cheese for a beginning cheesemaker to try.  When I make cream cheese, I like to use a combination of cow cream and goat milk" Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Monogram Wreath

What a great shower or housewarming gift

Wreath Tutorial at Look Between the Lines Blog

"I recently made this homemade wreath for a bridal shower. It was easy to make, especially if you want to use it indoors. If you want to make it an outdoor wreath it is a little more time consuming… but still easy! All you need is a foam wreath, pages from any book, moss, a letter form, wire, a hot glue gun, mod podge (if you want it to be water proof), a paint brush, and a wreath hanger (most of this I bought at Michael’s)".... Read more

Tutorial Exchange Opportunity

 If you love fabric, here is an opportunity for you to receive some free, as well as drive traffic to your online website or blog!

Fabric wheel contains 25 lengths 6cm x 108cm approx 1.5 metres of 100% cotton, hand washable batiks

Abakhan Fabrics, Hobby and Home is offering a fabric bundle of Bali 2 1/2" strips to a Totally Tutorials Reader who would like to create a unique piece utilizing the material. The recipient of the fabric would then share how their project was done by posting a tutorial on their blog.   The tutorial will also be posted on the Totally Tutorials blog, and may be linked to the Abakhan site as well.

The fabric (including shipping) will be free to the person chosen to create the tutorial.  Please feel free to use the crafting style of your choice to work with this material. 

 If you are interested in creating a unique piece with this fabric, please post a comment here with the  URL to your blog or website.  The ideal candidate will be someone comfortable working with fabric, have a blog or website, and the ability to take nice photos.   

Applications will be accepted through Thursday, May 31st.  I will contact the winner for the exchange on Sunday, June 3rd.  You will then have until the end of June to complete your tutorial.

~ Happy Crafting

Tutorial - How to Decorate a Ruffled Frosting Cake

Pretty Cake!

Ruffled Frosting Cake Tutorial at A Cake To Remember Blog

"I had done cakes that had rows of fondant that looked like pleats before, but they all started at the bottom and worked their way up. This one was more ragged-looking and irregular at the top edge, and it looked like the best way to do it would be to use gumpaste to get the thin edge that you'd need.  I didn't want to cover an entire cake with rows of gumpaste, but I also needed to get the ruffled edge thin enough that it did look like fabric, but would also keep its shape".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a T-Shirt Romper

The fabric used is from white T-shirts dyed in playful colors

T-Shirt Romper Tutorial at Handmade Con Amor Blog

"I always have a bunch of hubby´s old t´s hanging around. So I decided to recycle (there is no such thing as too much recycling) and make little G a colorful spring romper. Here´s what you´ll need. " Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Owl Pajama Case

So Cute!

Owl Pajama Case Tutorial at Runcible Days Blog

"I've toyed with the idea of toy-making for a while, without actually taking the plunge and making anything. But what about my Owl pyjama-case? Well, I'm choosing not to count him as a toy, but as storage solution. Which means that when I see him about the bedroom, he represents tidiness rather than clutter" Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Gluten Free Chili

This chili looks delicious!

Chili Tutorial at For the Love of Beads Blog

"At last, the Great Chile Cook Off has come to the church I attend. It's tonight. I entered. Since we have to provide a recipe, I'm giving you a sneak peek! It's quick and easy to make, and absolutely delicious!!! Are You Ready? Here Goes!".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Laminated Doily Cosmetic Bag

Use vintage embroidered fabrics in these little bags

Laminated Cosmetic Bag Tutorial at The Haby Goddess Blog

"A girl can never have too many cosmetic purses and as Mother's Day approaches, this is an ideal last minute gift  to whip up for an awesome female in your world. I gave this thrifted doily some added protection against grubbiness by adding a layer of iron on vinyl. I also used a thrifted zip and pillowcase for the lining".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Apron Top

The little rosettes on the yoke are a nice touch

Apron Top Tutorial at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom

"I love the simple and sweet look of an Apron-style Top in the summer time.  I've wanted to make one for a while and finally put aside some time to figure it out how to do it.  The Apron Top came together so quickly that I wanted to share the tutorial".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Polymer Clay Miniature Pizza

This pizza looks good enough to eat

Polymer Clay Pizza Tutorial at Punkartkeietsi Blog

"Since I really appreciate other people's tutorials, I decided to start making my own. This is an idea I had couple of days ago, when I was making polymer clay miniature buttons for baby bibs.You'll need: polymer clay in colors: tan, translucent white, red, terracotta, green, black, brown, yellow, white, liquid polymer clay and pastels for the coloring. Start with a piece of tan clay ".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Summer Tote

Love these cheerful fabrics

Summer Tote Tutorial at Blissful and Domestic Blog

"I feel like it has been far to long since I have had a sewing tutorial for you. To be honest I just haven't been in the mood for sewing. I mean if you read Blissful and Domestic regularly, you will see what I have been into lately. Yep cooking and baking. I have been in a total sewing rut. I just had no motivation to sew. My poor sewing machine must have felt so neglected, while my oven was feeling all the love.  Oh how it must have missed me, because once I started sewing again, I realized I missed it too".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Eco Friendly Towels

These are even connected like paper towels

Eco Friendly Towels Tutorial at MereMade Blog

"A few weeks ago I had big plans about posting an entire week of posts devoted to Earth Day - filled with eco-friendly projects for the whole family. But, yeah, that just didn't happen!  Instead, I only found the time for one project, but I think you'll like it! So, in the spirit of conservation I present you with a paper free towel tutorial".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Lamp

Make a one of a kind lamp

Decorated Lamp Tutorial at Creative Chaos Blog

"This is my favorite project so far.  In fact, I got so excited while I was doing it that I forgot to take pictures of all the steps.  I will do my best to explain how to do it anyway.  I started off by putting some wood in a vice grip, to have something to put the enamel bowls over while drilling holes.  It wasn't pretty but it did the job".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Girl's Halter Dress

Such a Sweet Dress

Girl's Halter Dress Tutorial at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom Blog

"I like being able to reuse my existing sewing patterns to make new and different dresses, tops and bottoms.  That's exactly what I did to make this little halter dress.  I used the pattern I created for my sweet spring sundress, gave it the tiniest of tweaks and came up with a new dress.  I know I say this about almost everything I make :), but oh my goodness, I LOVE THIS DRESS!  This fabric is one of my favorites that I bought a couple of years ago and have been saving.  In fact, it pained me just a little to cut into it since the fabric line is almost impossible to find anymore.  The good thing is, I know I made the dress in a way that she will be able to wear it for at least 2 years as a dress and probably even longer as a top.  (All I'll have to do is loosen the elastic in the back".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Citrus Bars

Made with just a few ingredients you probably have on hand

Citrus Bar Tutorial at Meremade Blog

"These were, in theory, supposed to be lemon bars for my sister's book reading this weekend, however, when I went to juice the lemons I realized we had only one, very sad, small lemon. I gathered up all the  other "juiceable" fruit I could find (hence the lime and orange) and decided to call these, Citrus Bars.....like lemon bars, but a bit less tart".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Dollar Bill Gift Holder

Fun presentation for a money gift or card

Dollar Bill Envelope Tutorial at Crafty Journal Blog

"Create an easy dollar bill wallet to hold a cash gift or gift card. All you need to make this fun gift wrap is 2 one dollar bills and a few folds. The first time I made this wallet I used 2 pieces of paper I had cut to the size of a $1 bill".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Tie Dye Your Nails

Fun Effect

Tie Dye Nails Tutorial at C.R.A.F.T. Blog

"This process needs to be done quickly to avoid letting the nail polish dry. Fill your bowl up 3/4 of the way with water and drop your nail polish in a bulls eye pattern. Continue until you have 6- 12 circles in your bulls eye. Quickly (you don't want the nail polish to dry) place your hand palm up and dip it into the center of the bulls eye".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Emergency Pouch

Only takes 4 charm squares

Emergency Pouch Tutorial at A Spoonful of Sugar Blog

"We had a number of requests for a tutorial so you can make your own. They really are a handy size and perfect to put a few first aid supplies in your handbag. Best of all, they only take an hour to make! They would make a nice gift with a gift card, cash or some other emergency supply inside! " Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Butter

Fresh butter on popcorn, yumm!

Butter Making Tutorial at Mooberry Farm Homesteading Journal Blog

"My butter churn is a quart sized jar.... or a repurposed pickle jar, these days. A *real* butter churn would be lovely, but honestly where would I put it? This way, I can get a day or two's worth of butter made up and stick my jar back in the cupboard when I'm done. First, the clean jar is filled with cream. This is the heavy, top cream from day-old milk. My jar is about 1/3 of the way full. Store-bought heavy cream will do quite nicely to make butter with, too".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Covered Tape Measure

Love the little flower on the end of the tape

Covered Tape Measure Tutorial at A Spoonful of Sugar Blog

"If you are after a quick gift to make for a sewing friend, you can't go past a covered tape measure - pretty and practical....The Covered Tape Measure Tutorial was one of my first designs. Although my photography and styling has improved enormously since it was published on our blog in 2008, the instructions are still the same. Simply stitch the layered felt flowers onto one side of the cover before it is assembled".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Oil Cloth Tote

Tips for sewing with this versatile, but difficult material

Oil Cloth Tote Tutorial at RosMadeMe Blog

"This week we are going to make a boot bag or shopping tote from oil cloth, it uses many of the techniques we used last week in the garden tote.  This bag will be great for all those April showers next month, for carrying your boot in a chic bag to Festivals, for holding the kids' sopping wet swimming costumes and for feeling as though you are saving the planet at the supermarket.  So let's get this on the table (no pun intended) oil cloth hates you, it is personal and it will fight you every step of the way but we are going to tame it and win".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Neon Striped Shirt

Use Masking Tape to Mask

Neon Shirt Tutorial at Shrimp Salad Circus Blog

"I'm not typically one to jump on a trend, but I just so happened to have four little bottles of neon paint, and one thing just led to another... I'll pretend that every single one of you does love to follow trends, so guess what?! I've just made your day. And your spring/summer wardrobe. You're about to take your most boring, bored, tired shirt and turn it into a fun, springy new addition to your clothing lineup".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Use Color in Your Craft

Good pointers on using color effectively

Color Theory Tutorial at Uzume's Crafty Goodness Blog

"Color can make or break any artistic project. It doesn't matter if you're painting your house, knitting a scarf, or beading a bracelet-- color is the first thing most people notice, and if the colors you choose "work" for the project, the effect is profoundly positive. If, however, you choose colors that don't "work"-- either they don't work together, or they don't match the project-- they can get in the way of the artistic statement you are trying to make.  I'm not trying to say that every color needs to harmonize perfectly-- trust me, I'm all about using bright and unexpected color combinations-- but I think it's important to understand the way that color works (and, more importantly, the way colors work together) if you want to make the most out of crafting".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Rain Mobile

Cute Mobile

Rain Mobile Tutorial at Blooms and Bugs Blog

"I like rains. Ok, Scratch that. I love rains. The part where I was born and raised is really hot so rains are considered refreshing and very welcome. As a corollary I don't care that much for the sun.  Sadly, it has been a dry year so far in California. To cheer myself up I made this rain mobile, and I have been swooning over it ever since. Since I don't have a baby who would watch it or be entertained with it, I have hung it in my sewing nook. Will probably use it as a pin-cushion or just as a pretty distraction.  This is actually super easy to make".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Crib Side Cover

Innovative solution to help baby sleep

Crib Side Cover Tutorial at One Row Blog

"We have our 10 month old in our room across from the end of our bed. She wakes up in the middle of the night, if she sees us, will sit up and cry until we get her.She CAN see us, which makes for a problem. She gets up more than necessary because she can see us. So, we need to alleviate this problem. I finally figured, after checking online for possible options and coming up empty, I'd just go ahead and make something up. I came up with a very simple solution. Thus todays tutorial: Crib side cover".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Cookie Bouquet

These look beautiful and tasty too

Cookie Bouquet Tutorial at Blossomedge Blog

"Today, I’m going to share with you how to make Prim Rose Cookies.They come in a vibrant array of colors. To get started making the prim roses, you will need  the items listed on the Basic Equipment list and the following things…  A small ½ inch round cutter  (  I found this tiny shape in a package that contained a set of various sizes of round cutters " Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fabric Key Chain

Make these for quick and easy gifts

Key Chain Tutorial at Sew Happy Quilting Blog

"These are very simple to make, it took me longer to put the tutorial together then it did to make the five key chains in this tutorial. I took lots of pics, but these are easy to make and anyone can do it. The monogram is optional. You can embellish these anyway you like and you might even choose to fussy cut certain fabrics. I made 70 of these monogrammed and used snaps for closures but wasn't happy with the snap. So, I started all over and made them 70 more with Velcro. I'm happy with the Velcro so that's what we'll go with here. But If you are better at setting snaps then I was you can give that a go. Just do what works best for you. You also have option for what to use for the piece that holds the ring".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Reversible Tote Bag

Two Bags in One

Reversible Tote Tutorial at Happy in Red Blog

"You guys know I love tote bags, right? I love to make them. I've seen loads of tutorials around on the world wide web and thought it would be fun to show you guys how I make my reversible 2 coloured tote bag. Just sew along with me okay?" Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Screen Printed T-Shirt

Any little boy would love this shirt

Screen Printed T-Shirt Tutorial at Show, Tell, Share Blog

"My youngest is turning 3 this weekend and I decided to make him a few gifts. Since I dilly dallied all week, I did not have time to make the superhero backpack I planned along with some superhero peg figures. Maybe for Christmas. I had a few t-shirts on hand and decided to make him screen printed T-shirts".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Ribbon Rose

Very pretty

Ribbon Rose Tutorial at MeiJo's Joy Blog

"Up to date...I have made about 30 roses...in big or small and I found the stiffness of the fabric you use is very important. The stiffer the ribbon / fabric will make the shape of the rose more neater.  And the tension when you roll the rose and will definitely affect the end result. And I'm still need to polish up my skill. But for those who are already familiar with fabric rose I guess, this will be an easy one. Whatever it may be, the result is definitely worth the hard job".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Pickled Asparagus

I've never had these, but would like to try

Pickled Asparagus Tutorial at Chic Envelopements Blog

"I’m not much of a gardener, but boy, do I love to can!  It’s asparagus season here in Eastern Oregon and you know what THAT means!  Pickled asparagus!  I thought you just might like to go along for the ride.  Pick up some garlic and jalapenos, onions, and asparagus.  As usual, it’s “go big or go home” here in the Huntington house.  I started with 30 pounds which made 25 quarts".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Mend Men's Trousers

Mend rather than throw away

Mend Men's Trousers Tutorial at Whoever Has the Most Fabric Blog

"When I go to the USA once a year, I buy my husband's trousers.  He is big and tall and many US brands cater for men of his size.  We both like Dockers, he because they look good and me because they require practically no ironing.  I usually lug home three pairs in my extra suitcase and I can tell you, they are heavy. When they get frayed at the hem, I reluctantly throw them away.  This time, I decided to mend a pair".... Read more