Tutorial - How to Make a Hedgehog Pincushion

Isn't this an adorable pincushion!

HedgeHog Pincushion Tutorial at Maker*land Blog

"I remember my mother making me one of these when I was very young and just beginning to sew.  It's a perfect addition to a youngsters first sewing kit.  The faux fur does a great job of emulating a hedgehog's spines, but you don't have to use fur.  Maybe a fun printed cotton or some towelling.  Of course, she won't look as prickly, but you'll just have to stick more pins in her".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Duct Tape Pouch

I love the new patterned duct tapes

Duct Tape Pouch Tutorial at Make it Easy Crafts Blog

"Back to school is almost upon us.  You could buy one of those ready-made pencil pouches that fit in a binder—or you could use some duct tape (there are tons of prints and colors) and a regular old storage bag to make a stylish personalized one of a kind.  Easy enough for kids but parents will want to get in on the fun too".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Jersey Tunic

Simple pattern to embellish as you wish

Jersey Tunic Tutorial at Little Treasures Blog

"This is a pattern I highly appreciate because this tunic can be made in literally 15 minutes {including a coffee break :) } and this is my third tunic, so I know what I am talking about (I made the first one in 2008 using the same pattern). I thought I would grow weary of it, but 'No, Sir', I love it. And you are going to love it too, since it comes with instructions".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fabric Airplane

A noisemaker makes these planes extra fun

Airplane Tutorial at Diamonds, Fur and Laundry Blog

"I kinda remembered taking pictures with the intentions of making a tutorial, so I looked on my computer and sure enough I had. So Elizabeth Here you go: two types colors of  scrap fabric, stiff interfacing, a sewing machine, thread, rick rack if you want, and a noisy wrapper of some sorts I used a baby wipe wrapper".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Paperclip Angel

Easy craft using a few supplies

Paperclip Angel Tutorial at Crafty Journal Blog

"This easy paperclip angel ornament is so quick to make, you can make a dozen or two in an hour.  It makes a perfect small gift for teachers, co-workers, neighbors, and others to whom you would like to give a little something".... Read more

Tutorial Exchange - Make a Custom Namesake

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Namesake Tutorial at Pretty Pretty Please Blog

"As a gift for the much anticipated "little princess" in my family (my sister in law is about to bless our family with our first niece!), I went out and bejeweled some alphabet letters for her nursery.  The process is incredibly simple and with some patience, will yield amazing beautiful results! The letters were purchased at Babys"R"Us - you can find many pre-painted and even unfinished alphabet letters in all sizes and fonts at many local craft stores. I just love the size/font offered at Babys"R"Us - and they come with ribbon and metal hooks as options".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Paper Chrysanthemum

A craft suitable for children

Paper Chrysanthemum Tutorial at Cherished Bliss Blog

"So today I am going to show you a paper flower that I made, I can’t tell you what it’s going to be used for because well, it’s a surprise! I can tell you it has a little something to do with lifestyle crafts! You’ll just have to come back in May and see where this lovely little lady will end up".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Small Oven Mitt

A small mitt for taking lids off pans, or items from the microwave

Small Oven Mitt Tutorial at My Blethering Blog

"Materials: enough fabric to cut out 4 circles of 7" diameter. They don't have to be the same fabrics.  5 circles of insulated wadding/batting the same size - or more or less depending on how heatproof your wadding/batting is.  Bias binding - I used 1¼" wide but you can use whatever width you've got. (If you want to know how to make your own, here's my tutorial for how to do that.)  6" or ribbon or bias binding for a hanger".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Color Blocked Tee

Turn 2 plain T-shirts into 2 stylish color-blocked Tees

Color Blocked T-Shirt Tutorial at Cook Clean Craft Blog

"If you're not hidden under a rock or giant pile of laundry (which admittedly I am most of the time), you've seen how trendy color blocking is in the fashion world this year.  And what's not to love?  Bright colors and eye catching designs that draw attention to the simple details. But pay 14 dollars or more for a boys shirt? I think not. Because my boys deserve to be stylish without me breaking the bank".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Word Print

The word can be anything you like and the colours are flexible

B.A.B.Y. Print Tutorial at Home Bird Economics Blog

"Andy and I first saw this idea back on a random day trip to Fowey, its such a quaint little Cornish village that its nice to take a drive and just end up somewhere different for lunch. The main change I have made to the ones we saw is added some colour. Andy has yet to see this so I might be redoing it in the black and white, however I think for the baby room the point of this artwork for me has been to make things interesting and stimulating to look at.  I couldn't decide on a colour to start with so I had to lay them out on the pallet of colours we have agreed for our baby".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Memory Box

This Mom made a keepsake for her daughter heading off to college

Memory Box Tutorial at Crafty Staci Blog

"I’ve mentioned this before, and you will hear about it again because it’s the BIG THING in our house right now:  our only daughter (and oldest child) is leaving home in September to go away to college.  Fortunately for us, “away” is only a couple of hours from here, but the thought of not hearing her bounce through the house every day is still heavy. Before I break down (again), I want to show you what I made for her as a graduation gift.  It’s a box to keep in her dorm room where she can put a few things that remind her of home".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Solar Powered Battery Charger

Innovative DIY charger

Battery Charger Tutorial at Herban Lifestyle

"The storms that blew through the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic on June 29 left us, along with millions of other people and all of the businesses in my town, without power for several days. I was incredibly grateful for a handcrank/solar-powered radio that I’ve had for years. It keep me abreast of the news, and provided some musical entertainment. It also inspired me to figure out how to make some solar appliances for future power outages. I heard stories on the radio of  people buying up batteries, and it occurred to me that I would prefer not to have to rely on them".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Reversible Table Runner

She says is a simple beginning sewer project

Reversible Table Runner Tutorial at Made to Treasure

"When I posted my new table runner for my new living room, I got many request for a tutorial to make it. I tried to explain to many of you thru mails….I know a picture tutorial will be more helpful than that. So when I made a new table runner with Christmas theme fabric, I tried to take few pictures, which I hope will help you try out this simple runner.  This is my new table runner..just displayed for a photo shoot".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Six Styles of Bookmarks

Video tutorial with six different bookmarks

Bookmarks Tutorial at Makoccino Blog

"It's been a while! Finally I have a new tutorial for you. And not only one but 6 in 1! In this video I want to show you how to make 6 different bookmarks in 6 different ways! You can't have enough of bookmarks, don't you think? I always need something that I can put into the book but I lose all my bookmarks that I bought every time! These bookmarks are perfect for school! With them it will be more fun to read books you maybe don't like".... Read more

Tutorial Exchange - Wave Goodbye Tote

Tote made with fabrics from Abakhan, Fabrics Hobby, Home

Wave Tote Tutorial at Wedding Dress Blue Blog

"Totally Tutorials periodically offers an exchange program where crafters receive free  materials in return for creating and sharing a tutorial.  This was up for exchange.  A roll of 25 color-graded 2-1/2″ strips.  This roll is a beautiful purple, but there are other choices.  That looked like fun to me!  I was lucky enough to be selected to create something.  And, almost immediately, there was an idea brewing".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Tee Shirt Cardigan

Add artwork with a bleach pen

Tee Shirt Cardigan Tutorial at Blooms and Bugs Blog

"I sew clothes all the time...for my daughter.For me? Not so much. Even simple repairs like sewing on a button, or hemming a pair of pants languish for months in my unfinished pile, before they get to my machine. With that state of affairs, I signed up for Meg's SOS series, for "Something for Me" part - not sure what I was thinking. Maybe I was just too thrilled to guest post among such talented ladies that I couldn't think straight. Anyhow, after a lot of back and forth, I decided I wanted to make a summer cardigan...from T shirts. So far so good. Here's what I did".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Blackboard Label Tins

Easy blackboard strips

Blackboard Label Tins Tutorial at Simple Living Blog

"These are great storage containers.  I made these last week from metal tins I have been saving for a while.They are very easy to make and the cost is next to nothing. Blackboard labels are very fashionable at the moment and these are really mock labels".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Small Framed Mirror

Decorate with patterned paper of your choice

Framed Mirror Tutorial at The Craft Caboodle Blog

"It's like a frame within a frame! I love this craft because of how cheap it is! The main square frame is $1, the inner mini frame $1, and the paper $1 - all from Michael's! Also got a five pack of round mirrors for about $5. Here's what you'll need".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Baby Wipes Case

Attractive case made using a purchased lid


Baby Wipes Case Tutorial at Handmade by Funny Rabbit Blog

"Have you seen or heard about "Bitatto"?  A method of use is just remove the film sheet of the lid and stick it to commercially sold baby wipe case.  I will introduce how to make your own baby wipe case using "Bitatto".  You will need...Laminated fabric 30cm×50cm cut,  30cm coil zipper, Bitatto, Glue".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Flower Topped Paper Clips

Many uses for these recycled clips

Flower Paper Clips Tutorial at Fabric Fascination Blog

"It is a good feeling to use the things already on hand for crafting. After all, isn't that how quilts came to be - women using recycled clothing and other fabric scraps to make something beautiful and functional at the same time. This idea evolved when I needed a way to attach together my business card and other small items included in outgoing packages. With a drawer full of paper scraps, a can of buttons, and lots of extra paperclips on hand, here's what I came up with".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Chocolate Box

Make these from double sided scrapbook paper

Chocolate Box Tutorial at A Spoonful of Sugar Blog

"A lovely reader, 12 year old Thea, has turned our hand drawn sketch into a template for you to download. (Thea and her friend are very enterprising girls who do odd jobs to raise money for their favourite charities - you can read all about them on their website Shiny Clean). Thanks so much Thea".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Pencil Pouches

Going back to school project

Pencil Pouch Tutorial at Made to Treasure Blog 

"My pouch making craziness is not yet over.This time I played with some kids print fabrics to make a pencil pouch.  You know what, I made pencil pouches in 2 styles….one is regular pencil pouch style with a center zipper".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Pocket Bag

This little bag uses a pocket from a pair of pants

Pocket Bag Tutorial at Threading My Way Blog

"This little bag is SO easy to make and requires very little fabric. The bag itself is made from an old jacket. Make it with a long strap to wear across the body, or shorten the strap to wear as a shoulder bag. Depending on the fabric you use, the pocket bag could be made for either an adult, a teenager or a child. Here's how I made it".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Rose Petal Lemonade

A twist on one of summertime's favorite drinks

Rose Petal Lemonade Tutorial at Herban Lifestyle Blog

"The antique tea roses as well as wild roses in my yard are in full bloom. They look so beautiful I want to eat them. And, fortunately, I can since I don’t use any chemical pesticides in my garden. In the past, I have made cold strawberry rose petal soup and rose petal jelly. This time, I thought I would try making a beverage out of the blossoms. Inspired by a cold glass of lavender lemonade I had at J. Chocolatier in Georgetown yesterday, I thought I would try making my own version using roses".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Dutch Oven Bread

Simple and yummy recipe

Dutch Oven Bread Tutorial at Two Blessed in Wyoming Blog

"The night before, in a big bowl, stir together flour, salt, yeast, and water.  Do not knead".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Quick Baby Hair Bow

Attach to headband, clip, bobby pin, etc.

Hair Bow Tutorial at Strawbazies Blog

"When I was about 6 months pregnant with Amaani, I became convinced that she'd go bald at an early age (four months old) like her brother. I became obsessed with making hair bows. I hot glued and sewed my little heart out, but the bows never looked right.  However, recently, I've had a lot of success with this new no sew/no glue method".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Tin Can Lanterns

Add some sparkle to a summer night

Tin Can Lanterns Tutorial at Grow Creative Blog

"I love summer and I love that I finally have a backyard to have parties in!  I made these tin can lanterns for a 4th of July party (not at my house) and they looked so lovely that I thought I would write a tutorial to share with you all. So follow the tutorial below to get started making your own lanterns for your own outdoor summer party".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Sling Tote Bag

Great pictures, cute design too

Purse Tutorial at Crazy Little Projects Blog

"This sling tote bag was fun to make because I was making it for a gift and it isn't really my own style, so it was something different than what I normally sew. And the person I made it for loved it which is always great".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make License Plate Art

Simple and effective idea

License Plate Art Tutorial at The Craft Caboodle Blog

"For this project you'll need to find some license plates: either your own or try antique shops. The older they are, the more expensive! Make sure you clean them first. I let mine soak in warm soapy water for 20 minutes and then wash them with a washcloth".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Quilted Tote

Versatile Tote for many uses

Quilted Tote Tutorial at Pieced Brain Blog

"I needed a quick project to work on this weekend, and turned it into a tutorial - be prepared as I am posting many pictures to help you. This one is quick, and the possibilities for embellishment are endless. In my case, since I chose a busy pattern, I did not add any other decorations.  Using free-motion quilting, I outlined the flowers and used stippling on the brown background, but you can just as easily use straight lines".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Ribbon Growth Chart

Measure more than your children's height

Ribbon Growth Chart Tutorial at Meaningful Mama Blog

"Why do we have to only measure the height of our kids? Abby, especially, has been extremely into growth for a while. She'll wake up and stand proudly in front of me. "Look how big I've grown." She'll get off the scale, run to me and and proudly exclaim, I weigh 38.6 pounds. I don't know why she gets so excited. She's been between 38 and 39 now for a number of months. All I know is that I wish I had an ounce of her enthusiasm when stepping off a scale. She is constantly wanting to measure how tall she comes up compared to me. I thought she'd really enjoy an activity where we could measure a bunch of different body parts. I wanted the end result to be able to store in a compact way so that I could make one every year. This way,  they could compare growth for a number of different parts throughout the years. What size were my feet or hands when I was 3".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Baby Shorts from Sleeves

Irresistible! 

Baby Shorts Tutorial at Nap Time Crafters Blog

"I was about to throw the top half of a re-purposed tee away when I realized the sleeves were the perfect shape to turn into some shorts for little man. The inseam of the sleeve becomes the inseam of the shorts and you can use the sleeve hem as the shorts hem so most of the work is already done- perfect project for a busy mom".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Crocheted Starfish

She provides clear pictures of the process

Starfish Crochet Tutorial at Little Treasures Blog

"The summer is getting into a full swing. It's mercilessly leashing its hotness down on us. I thought a cute crochet starfish photo-tutorial might bring a little coolness and refreshment.  ★Starfish crochet tutorial★ What you need: - left over yarn - hook (size depending on your yarn size) Time of completion: in a matter of minutes".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Parasol Lights

PDF file instructions

Parasol Lights Tutorial at Jellyfish Jelly Blog

"You will need: Low temperature, LED Christmas lights, cocktail umbrellas and small cable ties".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Decorative Shell Spoon

I would use these pretty spoons for non food scooping

Shell Spoon Tutorial at Creative Chaos Blog

"We have several plastic bags filled with shells, sticks and strangely smelling things standing in the garage.  Lovely stuff from the far-away sea, collected in the far-away holidays. I didn't really want to throw it away,  but I didn't quite know what to do with it either.  Until yesterday".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Decoupaged Jewelry Box

This started as a candy box

Jewelry Box Tutorial at Khadija's Creative Mind Blog

"Here it is my most recent creation..a Jewelry Box..and it is from a sweets box...Really?  I am very good in keeping some reusable trash in my craft room(my mother usually try to hide these things from me..she knows very well that I will not stop my hands from recycling) Yay..! Have a look at my decoupaged jewelry box..embellished with some polymer/dough flowers & fillers".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Portable Backgammon Board

A Good Board to Travel with this Summer

Backgammon BoardTutorial at Shivaya Naturals Blog

"One of my favorite childhood memories is the endless Saturday game nights we enjoyed as a family. My dad traveled a lot when I was a child, and although he was the world’s best dad, and he never missed a night without a bedtime phone call (he worked most of his time in Asia, so that was truly a major effort), it was hard having him gone so much. Our Saturday mornings always began with a doughnut, and ended with a board game.  I am not sure how many games of Chutes and Ladders, Sorry, and Trivial Pursuit (Star Wars edition) my parents endured, but we all loved those long, lingering nights of play".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Clothing Labels

Printing your label on ribbon looks so professional

Label Tutorial at Sew Delicious Blog

"Labels can be quite expensive, so I thought today I would share how I make mine. There are lots of fantastic tutorials out there by other crafty people, but mine is a little bit different - I am going to show you how to design a logo to use on your labels as well. This is not only great for people wanting to add a professional touch to their sewing projects, but also for parents who need to put name labels in their children's school and sports clothes and uniforms".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Inner Soles for Your Shoes

These can be thrown in the washing machine

Inner Sole Tutorial at Simple Living Blog

"I made these inner soles yesterday another project I've been meaning to do for such a long time. I have made these years ago for myself and my boys shoes but not as fancy as these ones, the ones I used to make were made using an old towel. These are so simple and quick to make a pair took about 20 minutes to make. If you are a sewer and quilter you would have plenty of scraps available I'm sure. I used 100% cotton fabric and 100& cotton batting".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a 3-D Bow Tie Block

I like the dimensional look to this block

Bow Tie Tutorial at True Blue Canadian Blog

"Start with the size of square you want. Don't make them too small. These are 4 inch squares but you could use 3 inches or whatever. Cut two out of your background fabric and three out of your bow tie fabric. Take one of your bow tie squares and fold it in half with the wrong sides together"... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Almond Milk

You can use the almond pulp in recipes too

Almond Milk Tutorial at Herban Lifestyle Blog

"My daughter has been a vegetarian since age 5. More recently, she has become a vegan. Luckily, she is a wonderful cook, so never lacks for delicious, healthy, balanced meals. And almonds are one of her main sources of protein and omega-3, and she has found almond milk to be her preferred dairy substitute. Finding that she wasn’t satisfied with store-bought almond milk, she learned how to make her own, then passed that knowledge on to me. It is surprisingly easy to make, and far more delicious than any pre-made almond milk you can buy. The following recipe makes about 1 quart of almond milk".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fabric Memory Game

Use fabric scraps to make children's game

Memory Scraps Tutorial at What's Mummy Up To Blog

"We love Matching Games.  I have to admit that Bethany is a little too good at these games these days, and Mummy definitely doesn't have to let her win anymore...she just does it on her own.  I blame baby brain ... I wonder how long I can continue to use that excuse?  I first saw this idea of a fabric matching game on a stall at the craft market ,"Wheel 'n Weft", that's run a couple of times a year in Thornleigh, Sydney.  I loved the idea, and thought it would make a great project to use up some scrap fabrics.  It's also really cute".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an E-Reader Cover

Protection and personality for your e reader

E Reader Cover Tutorial at Creative Obsessions Blog

"Find a book that is just a bit larger than the device. Remove the pages from the book by cutting them out along the inner joint.Measure the inside of the cover and the spine area. Cut the two cover panels leaving about 1/8^th inch around the sides. Cut the spine panel ½ inch smaller".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Felt Dahlia

I can think of a number of uses for this pretty flower

Felt Dahlia Flower Tutorial at Lines Across Blog

"First, cut out 3 different sizes of petals to use as your stencils. Cut the large one from a 2 inch by 2 inch square, and make each of the next 2 a little bit smaller. I have included a copy of the stencils I used. You want to be careful when tracing and cutting, but at the same time remember that in nature every petal is slightly different from each other".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Homemade Lollipops

As much fun to make as to eat

Lollipop Tutorial at Meaningful Mama Blog

"Making homemade lollipops has proved to be one of my favorite activities with my kids thus far. They loved making these colorful, tasty creations. They were simple to make too. I bought a bunch of hard candies at the Dollar Store - Dum Dums, Life Savers and Jolly Ranchers. The kids had fun unwrapping them and sorting them into plastic bags based on color".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a 3D Paper Letter

 Choose your letter or letters, and then decorate

Letter Tutorial at Clemintine Creative Blog

"We've been seeing a lot of typography in home decor these days, and in this tutorial I'm going to show you how to make a 3D letter of paper. It's not as difficult as you might think and you don't need any expensive materials. You probably already have these materials in your home. You can make any letter - like the first letter of your name, or you can even make a whole word like "love", "hope", etc".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Paint a Roller Blind

This technique works on Tee Shirts too

Painted Roller Blind Tutorial at Wild Poppy Fields Blog

"Today I was out all day so I didn't have a chance to make anything. Actually when I came back late in the evening I went downstairs to continue one of the work that I had started but I didn't want to do so so I went upstairs again. Today I want to share a roller blind revision that I made in the summer. A cream color roller blind was hung on my kitchen window due to some mis comunication. But as it was just above my kitchen sink, the stain of the water drops was annoying me. Actually I never had liked this plain, meaningless roller blind. So I took it of and dyed it. I mean I dyed it using a stencil. And the result is".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Flutter Sleeve Top

Pretty summertime top

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

"We have a new top to love!  A sweet little Flutter Sleeve Peasant top.  The top is roomy and comfortable.  Just perfect for summer, without being too full like many other peasant or pillow case tops can be.  I'm not sure if this top will meet the standards for the kindergarten dress code or not. (I hope it does!)  We'll wear the outfit to kindergarten camp and I will ask if it does.  The dress code says no spaghetti straps or large armholes.  In my opinion, the top seems OK, but we'll see.  (If it passes, I will probably make a few more".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Bent Wire Earrings

Love the doodle look

Earrings Tutorial at For the Love of Beads Blog

"It's so hot here! However, the fun of making these earrings will take your mind off of the heat, AND you can make them without breaking into a sweat! Don't these earrings look just like doodles? Here's how you make them".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Alice in Wonderland Invitations

A special party invite

Invitations Tutorial at Brighton Park Blog

"Even if you are not crafty, you can make invitations like I made for my daughter's Alice in Wonderland Party.  I used our computer and printer, regular cardstock, regular typing paper, stickers and basic scrapbooking supplies to make them. If you can cut with scissors and a paper cutter, and use glue or double sided tape, then you have the skill set needed for these simple but festive invites. Since there was alot of information I needed to be able to give the parents in this invite due to the venue (ice skating rink), I opted to make a book style invite with three pages"... Read more