Tutorial - How to Pack Lightly

Just in time for your summer vacation

Pack Lightly Tutorial at Brighton Park Blog

"The first time I had to pack light; I mean really pack light, was a trip I took with my husband and then one year old twins which included  a 4 1/2 hour flight. By the time I had gotten the boys' clothes, diapers, wipes, and numerous  baby paraphenalia (times 2)  packed I found I had very little room left for my husband or myself. That trip was 7 days and I packed my husband and I shoes, swimsuits, clothes, toiletries and all in one small garment bag. It was the lightest I had ever packed for a trip ever, and yet I found I was really wanting for nothing once there".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Handbag Charm

Dress up an old handbag with this cheerful charm

Purse Charm Tutorial at RosMadeMe Blog

"After I made the bias binding last week, I had about 18 - 20"  of piped cord left over...  not enough to pipe around a cushion... but too much just to bin, so what to do with it?  I sat there twiddling it and started to make a flower shape, but really did I need another flower brooch... err no!  And then it came to me, a handbag charm and for this you will need".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Add a Background in Photoshop

Add a textured background to your photo

Photoshop Tutorial at Growing up a NJ Wife Blog

"Today I'm going to show you {hopefully} how to take a picture with a bland background and give it a little spice. Here is the original picture I took.  I did a little touching up already on the skin and eyes.  So from my stand point everything is done except adding some texture to the background".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Reversible Stroller/Car Seat Quilt

Simple Modern Appeal

Reversible Quilt Tutorial at Fabric Fascination Blog

"If you saw last month's project for the block of the month blocks, you may notice that I am on a grey kick. This reversible stroller or carseat quilt  uses six windmill blocks in solid cotton konas and bella solids.  The main body of the quilt is in grey, and there are six windmill blocks in solid colors from light yellow to pomegranate red.  It is 36" square, (a handy size for travel, or to stick in a diaper bag) and works up quickly".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Deck of Cards Framed Art

The black velvet background sets off the design

Framed Cards Tutorial at An Impassioned Life Blog

"This was a pretty easy project from start to finish.  The only issue I ran into was finding paper that was thick enough for the hearts.  I started out using vintage sheet music but it was so thin and flimsy that it sort of warped when I stuck it to the adhesive dots (I will get to that in a minute). For now, let us please have a moment of silence for the vintage, an totally un-reusable sheet music".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Add Applique to a Skirt

Love the Simple Modern Design

Applique Skirt Tutorial at Just Chic Blog

"I wanted to add some flowers to the skirt and though I had no idea how this was going to turn out when I started, I thing I turned out just great!  This skirt is now one of my favorites. The only  item you'll have to buy for this project, in case you don't have it already, is  a double stick fusible web. For the flowers and leaves you can use fabric scraps. I used linen as the skirt was also made from linen".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Organize Embroidery Floss

Inexpensive tip for keeping your floss under control

Organize Floss Tutorial at About Blogging Time Blog

"I found this colorful box of embroidery thread for less that 5 bucks!!  Yes, you read correctly less than 5 bucks.   There are 105 skeins of thread, 5 for each color, can you say score!  I will be going back to check if there are more in different colors.  This box was labeled "Bright Colors"  and it was to make bracelets.   I said nuh uh -  I'm making something else.  I could not pass it up".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Tassel Earrings

These can be made in any color embroidery floss comes in

Tassel Earring Tutorial at Design by Night Blog

"Make these cute tassel earrings out of inexpensive embroidery floss. A pair will cost you just a few dollars to make".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Crossover Top

June is the beginning of winter in Australia

Crossover Top Tutorial at Joyfoolery Blog

"Winter arrived yesterday, I think it had been hanging around for a while though, and as usual, the children have grown out of their Winter clothes and are in need of new ones.  Today it was my little gals turn for a new top; a long sleeved cross over top with a sweet ruffle to pretty it up.  Would you like to make one too".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Money Garland

This Makes a Nice Graduation Gift

Money Butterfly Tutorial at Once Upon a Pink Moon Blog

"I decided I wanted butterflies made from dollar bills on it, but after searching the internet I couldn't really find a tutorial on how to make the butterflies I wanted that looked like the ones on the leis you can buy.  Hmmm.....must be some kinda secret. So I decided to give it a try from what I found and came up with my version.  This is for a 6 year old so you may need to adjust it accordingly for a larger person.  Here is the way I made mine".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Pandora Style Bracelet

I like the little hear design on the beads

Bracelet Tutorial at Make it Easy Crafts Blog

"Make your own beads from polymer clay with little hearts.  These are so very easy you will want to make some in all colors, especially since you are threading them onto a bangle that opens with the twist of a screw".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Stroller Quilt

This one is for her pup - cute picture ahead

Stroller Quilt Tutorial at Made by ChrissieD Blog

"I wanted to make a pram/stroller quilt for Tatty's pram, something to protect the base from muddy paw prints (and other mucky bits!) and that's quick and easy to throw through the washing machine/dryer.... In case you fancy making one yourself, I thought I'd share with you a tutorial of how I've made the quilt".... Read more

Tutorial Exchange Opportunity

Lots of Buttons is offering a number of $30 gift certificates to bloggers who would like to create tutorials on their blogs using buttons from their online store.  

You will have until Monday, July 9 to apply.  If chosen to receive the gift certificate, your tutorial must be completed and posted to your blog by August 4th.  Lots of Buttons will also post your tutorial to their blog, and it will be featured on the Totally Tutorials blog as well.

This is a great opportunity for some free supplies in exchange for making a tutorial using them.  So take a look at your summertime schedule, and if you are up to the challenge, apply HERE. 

Tutorial - How to Do a Book of the Month Club

Fun Idea for a Gift

Book of the Month Club Tutorial at Make the best of everything Blog

"My cousin's little girl, Alayna,  recently celebrated her first birthday.  I wanted to give a cute gift, but also wanted it to be useful. As a new mom myself,  I feel that books are always a wonderful gift for a baby.  While I was searching online  for gift ideas I stumbled upon " Book of the month clubs".  for babies and kids.  These " Book of the month" clubs were extremely expensive.  So I decided to make Alayna a semi homemade book of the month club kit for her birthday".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Peach Surprise Cupcake

She exchanged peaches in the original recipe

Peach Cupcake Tutorial at To Cook with love Blog

"This recipe is so quick and easy to make! It took me 30 minutes to make these cupcakes (preparation and baking). The recipe yielded 10 soft, light and heavenly cupcakes, with just the right touch of vanilla and a lovely surprise inside: a piece of sweet peach".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Play Sushi

This play food look amazingly real

Play Sushi Tutorial at MeiJo's JOY Blog

"these are not for lunch... it's a set of sushi gourmet play for the Jojo and Mei Mei who happen to be a great sushi fans.  Can you guess how much I spend to make them??? Time : less than 30 minutes, Cost : $0.  Want to know how?????  You must have the "secret ingredients" I got mine from my grocery trash".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Guest Book Keepsake

Clever idea

Guest Book Keepsake Tutorial at Beau Fleurs Adventures in Crafting Blog

"I love the idea of guest books, and the beautiful cards that people give to the mother or bride to be, but they are just not an easy item to constantly review and remember!  Instead, we wanted something that could be displayed and be a constant reminder of the good times and the people that love us".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Small Bag with Flap

Scroll down post for English translation

Bag Tutorial at Wild Poppy Fields Blog

"My neighbour is a doctor working in a health unit. Last week one evening she came back from work with a very upset face. Her money had disappeared from her wallet. Actually this had happened before but she'd thought maybe she'd dropped it somewhere and wasn't sure what had happened. The amount of the money was little so she didn't put any thoughts on this. In spite of this, just to be on the safe side she started locking her room door. But for the second time when a big amount of money again disappeared from her wallet that was in a locked room then she felt very bad".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a SeeSaw

Child inspired project

SeeSaw Tutorial at Crafty Little People Blog

"Alex and Jasmine retrieved some left over plastic drain pipe and a board from the rubbish pile we had been making down the side of our house. The rubbish was meant to go out on our next council collection day. However, it appears my children had other ideas. I heard them giggling madly outside. When I came out to see what was the cause of so much fun, I discovered they were trying to make a see-saw. It was very clever of them, though unfortunately not the safest or sturdiest creation".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Decorated Match Boxes

A quick project

Decorated Matchbox Tutorial at Shades of Tangerine Blog

"When my friend Molly and her husband moved into his Grandmother's house to help care for her, I was beyond jealous.  Their Grandma has one of those incredible old houses that you only see in movies with room after room brimming full of dusty old trinkets and treasure. The house was built by his Great Grandfather, and harbors generations of beautiful things: antique Ouija boards, ancient books, old dolls and perfume bottles, vintage buttons and jewelry, records,... the list goes on.  A few weeks ago, Molly came over and casually dropped a bag on the table saying, "Grandma said you can have this stuff for art projects."  I grabbed the bag and out tumbled delicate lace clad antique dolls, unopened vintage greeting cards, beads, and ribbon.  I couldn't believe my eyes".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a HighChair Cover

Cute fabric, practical too

HighChair Cover Tutorial at Baby Bear Necessities Blog

"I bought Baby Bear's high chair at a garage sale for $12.  It works extremely well for us, but I don't care for the style.  So I decided to make a new high chair cover.  The materials for the cover cost me about $5, so all in all, not a bad deal".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Appliqued Fruit Skirt

Start with a knit tank top


Appliqued Fruit Skirt Tutorial at Blooms and Bugs Blog

"While flipping through the pages of Mini Boden, Munchkin fell in love with this appliqued skirt, so we decided to make something similar. I had also been meaning to revisit some of my own tutorials for a while now. What I wanted was to make something from my tutorial and then add some icing on it and see what happens. This skirt fit the bill perfectly. I love how it came together. Do you want to make one for your munchkin".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Sweatshirt Jacket

Refashion a sweatshirt into a comfortable jacket

Sweatshirt Jacket Tutorial at Whoever Has the Most Fabric Blog

"This jacket was a birthday present for a friend of mine. The lovely pink really flatters her complexion and I am happy to say she was delighted with it. She will look very glam on her days at home.  Once again the jacket is made from a Cotton Traders sweatshirt. They are such good quality but  I wish they would not put a prominent logo on the front.  I have managed to hide the logo on previous jackets. with ruffles and collars and pockets.  This time I have placed a button over the logo. It doesn't exactly hide it, but it disguises it".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Decorate Mason Jars

Gather paint, fabric, and mason jars for some fun!

Decorating Mason Jars Tutorial at The Country Chic Cottage Blog

"If you have been around here any time at all, you already know I love mason jars.  Adding some color to those jars makes them even better sometimes.  So I started playing around with some supplies sent to my by Plaid and came up with not one by FIVE ways to add color to mason jars!  I am going to give y'all a tutorial to do all five yourself" Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Spotter Sheet

Something like this would be good for long car rides

Spotter Sheets Tutorial at Toucan Scraps Blog

"Spotter Sheets are a great learning tool for adventures and home schooling. They can be used for anything from birds, fungi and trees to landmarks and even artefacts to look for on a museum trip.  Here are 2 spotter sheets I made for my kids when we were planning a trip to the coast".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Diaper and Wipes Case

Takes under a half hour to make

Diaper and Wipes Tutorial at Crazy Little Projects Blog

"This project came from two desires melded into one.  I have loved this fabric for a while-the Dinosaurs one (and then I found that cute green polkadot to match) and wanted to make something with it: And desire 2: For a long time with my other kiddos I carried a store bought diaper carrier that held 2-3 diapers and one of those white plastic wipe containers-you know the ones I mean? It was a very handy way to carry diapering supplies in my diaper bag".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Wooden Placemat Clutch

No sewing necessary for this clutch

Placemat Clutch Tutorial at Tousled Day

"Hm, hm, wood placemat... Could I make clutch bag out of wooden placemat. O, yes I could!!! And I made it. I made Wooden Clutch Bag. It is one easy DIY, but with so fun result :) I like how it turned out, and those colors are so vibrant. They are fun".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Recycled Doily Pincushion

Flower shape and vintage doily make a lovely pincushion

Doily Pincushion Tutorial at Sharlzndollz Blog

"This project is a way to recycle doyleys (doilies) and is particularly suited to doyleys with lovely embroidery but where the body of the fabric may be a bit old or full of holes as you fussy cut the parts that are worth retaining and the interfacing adds stability to really old fabric".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Hand Drawn and Painted Pillow Cover

A coat of waterproofing spray preps this pillow for outdoors

Hand Drawn Pillow Tutorial at Boy, Oh, Boy, Oh Boy Blog

"I enjoy looking through the Pottery Barn and Crate and Barrel catalogue from time to time.  Since we move every 2  years because of Mr. Wonderful's job, each house presents itself with new decorating opportunities.  My own personal style is a bit more country cottage than the modern feel of Crate and Barrel, but from time to time I come across something that really catches my eye".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Refashion a Tee Shirt

Bleach Pen and Reverse Applique Techniques

Tee Shirt MakeOver Tutorial at Crafty Staci Blog

"This all started because I found a hole in one of my favorite t-shirts.  It has all the qualities I love in a T, and the hole was front and center, obvious, and not fixable.  I’ve been wanting to try both bleach pens and reverse applique, and this seemed like the perfect opportunity.  Besides, we’re going to Disneyland at the end of the month to celebrate our daughter’s graduation from high school, so an appropriately decorated shirt is in order".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a No-Knit Knit Bag

Sewing needed, but no knitting

Knit Bag Tutorial at Just Chic Blog

"I went to Goodwill and bought a knitted pullover, one with a nice pattern on both sides.  I cut it about 4" above the armpit. I made the opening between the front and back bigger and cut down along the seam".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Little Girl's Sun Dress

Another sweet dress pattern from this crafty Mom

Sun Dress Tutorial at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom

"I've had this new sundress mostly finished and just sitting on my desk for almost a week now.  I've been a bit distracted with Spring Break activities and playing with my new Photoshop elements program. I finally finished the sundress up on Sunday and we went outside to take a few pictures...  I love the spring, everything is so green and pretty after a long winter of dormant trees, grass and flowers.  We don't have any bluebonnets, but our wild purple verbena is starting to bloom.  So in honor of the beautiful spring days we have been having, I am naming this sundress the Sweet and Simple Spring Sundress".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Drawstring Bag

I like the fabrics she chose

Treasure Bag Tutorial at Threading My Way Blog

"This little treasure bag is quick to sew and can be made from scraps of material.  It is not lined, so I have used French seams to keep it tidy".... Read more

Tutorial - How to DeTangle Doll Hair

Every little girl has had a doll that needs this hair treatment

Detangle Doll Hair Tutorial at Snippets of My Family, Faith, & Crafting Blog

"Meet Josiah: she has been Brooklyn’s doll for over 2 years. Before you comment that Josiah is a boy name, I'll assure you that we are aware of that fact. Almost every person Josiah gets introduced to has tried to convince Brooklyn to call the doll “Josie.” But Brooklyn is adamant -- Her name is Josiah! (It helps that she has a good friend named Josiah, and a cousin Josiah… both boys, by the way!) Anyway, Josiah is a well-loved dolly, and over the years, her hair has become quite disheveled".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a No Sew Table Runner

20 minutes to create this cute Table Runner

Table Runner Tutorial at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom Blog

"I still had several bandannas left over from the Bandanna Tablecloth I made last Spring, so I grabbed a couple of bandannas and got to work!  The table cloth was really easy to make.  I used: - 3 Bandannas (Don't limit yourself to bandannas, you could use any fabric.  All one piece of fabric or cut the fabric in to large patchwork pieces like I did...) -hem tape -scissors -iron First, decide the width and length you want for your table runner.  I like to keep my table runners narrow because my kids are so messy".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Tin Can Flowers

All you need are tin and aluminum cans and a few tools

Tin Can Flowers Tutorial at Goofing Off Blog

"I have the hardest time growing flowers in my yard. Maybe it's the trees. I have lots of oak trees, big beautiful oak trees, that give shade and protect the house from the wind. The down side is there is a lot of shade, the ground is acidic, and the soil is poor. I've tried lots of plants, killed them really, no matter how much organic matter or water they get, they still die, so I got very excited when I found this book, Decorating Inside and Out from Leisure Arts, about tin can flowers. It is perfect for the recycler in me. I made them".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Paper Lantern

I remember making something like this as a child

Paper Lantern Tutorial at Vicki Smith Art with Kids Blog

"Paper lanterns are simple to make and brighten up the backyard for any occasion. I used a Sharpie to create the pictured design on a legal size sheet of paper. The beauty of this was that I was able to make copies onto card stock so that I wound up with a whole string of lanterns and only had to make one design. I've made these many times with children using construction paper and crayons. I encourage them to decorate both sides of the paper so that they are especially colorful. Virtually any type of paper can be used and it is not necessary to start with your own design" Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Vinyl Fabric

I can think of so many uses for vinyl fabric

Vinyl Fabric Tutorial at The Curious Miss Clay Blog

"I recently purchase some of this vinyl for a custom order I was asked to do so I was happy to purchase some because I knew I would use it on other items for the shop  (waterproof make up bags) ....When I looked on the back of the packet I'll admit it was abit confusing and I had to re read it about 5 times just to get the gist,so I thought I would make a tutorial to try and make it slightly easier for other people to work it out".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Zipper Bow

Love the Look of This Bow

Zipper Bow Tutorial at Handmade by Funny Rabbit Blog

"This Zipper Bow is really easy to make and you can add to bags,hats,brooches or use to interior. I am decorating the bookshelf with it. I want to explain how to make it by using the photograph since now and I hope that you share it. I'm sorry if my English make you feel bad -- it is not on purpose. Please understand that there is no offence. I hope strongly that photograph can help you".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Flowered Clay Heart

This lovely heart has a hole for hanging too

Flower Heart Tutorial at Clay in the Hands Blog

"Hearts have always been one of my favorite things to make...well, hearts and flowers.  I can remember playing in mud when I was a child and making flowers and hearts. I loved playing in mud!  This is a simple little tutorial on how I throw a heart together. I used Premo Peacock Pearl right out of the package.  After conditioning the clay, I took about 1/8th of the package and chopped it up with my blade".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Graduation Cap Cash Box

A clever way to give a cash gift to a new grad

Cash Box Tutorial at Crafty Staci Blog

"My husband and I have 24 nieces and nephews, with a large portion of them clustered in the middle school-high school-college range right now.  Needless to say, there’s always someone graduating.  This year, it’s one of our nephews who lives with us.  Like his cousins before him, he’s getting money, the universal “Welcome to the adult world” gift" Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Fabric Flowers

Decorate all kinds of things with these

Fabric Flower Tutorial at BeanBug Crafts Blog

"I wanted to share with you all how I made the fabric rosette for the Chevron Card I did for Mother's Day. The technique that I do in this tutorial is the same one that I used for some fabric lollipops that I made for my sister's graduation open house. (Be sure to watch for those posts. I CANNOT wait to share all the fun things we came up with".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Postage Stamp Magnet

Start with a tile sheet

Magnet Tutorial at Crafty Journal Blog

"Patriotic postage stamp magnets are a quick and easy project that even kids can do. They make a colorful addition to your refrigerator or they can be a nice little gift or favor".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Faux Wood Cell Case

This cell phone case has gone through many changes

Cell Case Tutorial at Khadija's Creative Mind Blog

"For making this cell..all you need to do is just cut a paper according to your cell casing size & then paste it over when it will get dry, just apply two coats of Mod Podge gloss & if you feel its sticky, just use zero size sand paper smoothly! oh yes,when I remove the previous design from casing,it was not totally off..so I paint it first with white acrylic paints".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Stay Wet Palette

Use the color for months, rather than just minutes

Stay Wet Palette Tutorial at Handmade Harbour Blog

"Anyone who paints with acrylics will know how fast they dry.  While that's a good thing when it comes to getting artwork finished quickly, it's not so good for keeping colours mixed and ready for a few days (or even months) while you work on a project. Stay-wet palettes are available in all good art shops - at a price - and they're great for keeping paints workable for much longer.  You can make a perfectly good one in a few minutes at home".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Egg Roll Calzones

Experimenting with egg roll wrappers

Egg Roll Calzone Tutorial at Make the Best of Everything Blog

"Lately I have been trying to make recipes healthier so I can loose my baby weight  get in shape for summer!  I was watching The Hungry Girl, a show on the Food Network where the host made apple pies using egg roll wrappers instead of using pie crust!  What a great way to have a tasty treat while saving a bunch of calories! An Egg roll wrapper is about 80 calories.  I decided to dig a little deeper into this Egg roll wrapper concept.  I made calzones with the egg roll wrappers.  I LOVE Pizza, but pizza crust can hold many calories".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a YoYo Rosette

Cute decoration

Yo Yo Rosette Tutorial at A Spoonful of Sugar Blog

"Transform a paper bag into a lovely gift package by adding a yo yo rosette and a gathered frill. This is a great way to use up small pieces of your favourite fabric and ribbon. By adding a brooch backing to your yo yo rosette, it can then be pinned to your favourite bag as a decoration".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Knotted Bracelet

You can even make these long enough to be an ankle bracelet

Knotted Bracelet Tutorial at For the Love of Beads Blog

"I love the lacey look of this bracelet! Bracelets like these  are fun to wear, and simple to make. Here's how you do it! Supplies:1 large button with a shank or holes in the center. The shank and holes must be able to have a 2mm piece of leather pass through the holes".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Weathered Wood Photo Backdrop

This background would work with so many things

Photo Backdrop Tutorial at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom Blog

"One of my blog goals this summer is to update a some of my recipe photos.  I have a few from the very beginning that were snapped with my phone or just not very appetizing looking.  I may even update some that were taken this past winter in my kitchen.  (Most of those photos aren't bad, just a little yellow from my kitchen lights.  We'll see if I get to those, it can be hard to squeeze in picture taking with 2 hungry little monsters sweeties hanging from my apron strings...) I am always on the look out for pretty dishes, tablecloths, place mats or backdrops I can use to dress up my food photos.  I've had a weathered wood backdrop on my to do list for a while, but I kept putting off the trip to Lowes for supplies".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Recreate a Favorite Skirt

Make a copy of that perfect skirt

Recreate Skirt Tutorial at The Ambitious Procrastinator Blog

"Meet my favorite skirt. It's a short skirt from BCBG that looks great with tights and a fitted t-shirt. The best thing about this skirt is that it has pockets! Big pockets too, not those silly little girl pockets that barely hold a tube of Chapstick. So I said to myself, "why not make another one".... Read more