Tutorial - How to Decoupage a Leather Diary

Easy 15 Minute Makeover

Decoupage Diary Tutorial at Creative Khadija Blog

"A few days back I decoupage this diary, but the oops thing here I would like to share is my blunder with Camera.. actually I format the card by mistake and tutorial pics for this diary decoupage disappear in a few seconds..how sad it is for a crafter? Did you ever feel this kind of trouble? well I take pics again for sharing with you. Here it is an easy idea about decoupaging a leather diary. Its a new diary, but I was not feeling good with its brownish color.So I hide the color brown & make it girly now".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Tissue Paper Flower Favors

Cute and inexpensive way to wrap party favors

Party Favor Tutorial at Crafty Journal Blog

"Tissue paper flower favors can be used for any occasion just by changing the color of the tissue paper you use.  For a graduate use school colors, for Mother’s Day pastels would be pretty, and blue or pink for a baby shower".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Garden Plant Labels

Attractive labeling for your garden veggies
Plant Label Tutorial at Confessions of an Overworked Mom Blog

"With my brand new raised garden beds planted, I really wanted some cute garden plant labels to label each of my plants.  I looked at some of the garden plant labels at the store but they were fairly pricey.  I like my garden plant labels to be large enough so that when the plant grows, I can still find the label and identify the plant. These garden plant labels are very easy to make and take only a few minutes.  If you are artistic, you can paint the words and vegetables on the front of your pots.  Painting is not one of my skills, so I chose to write the words with permanent markers".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Finger Paint Balloons Art

Supply a drawing and children add balloons

Finger Paint Tutorial at Speckled Sydney Blog

"At a recent playgroup we did a very simple and fun craft with acrylic paints and fingerprints. I drew a picture of a bike with lots of string tied to it and the kids fingerprinted the helium balloons. My demo bike loaded with helium balloons ready to fly away".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Bubble Gum Cupcake

I've been looking for a child's birthday party cupcake

Cupcake Tutorial at The TipToe Fairy Blog

"Here's another flavor cupcake I was working on....Bubblegum Cupcakes.  I'm sure you're wondering how good this could possibly be.  Do you like Razzles or Blow Pops?  Think how Razzles or Blow Pops taste just before it's only gum, like you're eating a candy but tastes like gum too -- that's the flavor.  It's quite delicious.  All the taste testers just loved it, even the grown up testers.  I really thought if anyone wasn't going to like it, it was going to be the adults.  The only one who didn't like the bubblegum cupcakes was my middle child, Mr. E.  He didn't care for it, which is weird since he currently has an obsession with bubblegum".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Felt Play Board

Make this toy for quiet play time

Felt Toy Tutorial at Sisters, Sisters Blog

"I've already made a few quiet book pages for Luke, but some friends asked if I wanted to make some more quiet pages with them. I couldn't help but say yes, especially since Luke is getting older and ready for some more difficult pages. Here are the pages that I contributed; I have yet to finish the other ones still, but I'll post those ones as soon as I finish. I've seen quite a few shape pages and really wanted one that was colorful and had a bit of variety".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Charm Bracelet

Use leftover charms to make a one of a kind bracelet

Charm Bracelet Tutorial at Did it Myself Blog

"Today I am showing you how to make a leftovers bracelet. It is called leftovers, because you can use any leftover beads and charms in your stash to make it.  Here is what my bracelet looked like when complete. Yours will look different, based on the materials you use to make it".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Recycle a Pill Bottle into a Flower

Hide a special treat inside

Pill Bottle Flower Tutorial at About Family Crafts Blog

"When I asked all of you what I should create out of an empty pill bottle, I got quite a few great responses.  Thanks to everyone who took the time to email me or post your ideas on the Family Crafts Facebook page.  I figured at this time of year a flower was a good choice (a suggestion from a visitor named Sandy). What do you think of my flower".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Barn wood Kitchen Table

Make a beautiful table with reclaimed barn wood

Barn wood Table Tutorial at Nick Farnell Blog

"As a Christmas gift, we wanted to build my soon-to-be in-laws a farmhouse kitchen table out of reclaimed barn board.  For the table top, I wanted to use something with a lot of character and history.  The more knots, scrapes, rusted nails, the better.  For the top materials, I made a trip to Historic Lumber, just north of Milton.  They reclaim materials from old barns and farmhouses around Southern Ontario.  Really cool stuff. This is always a fun part of the project for me".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Refashion Shoes

The straps and bows are made with red PVC

Shoe Makeover Tutorial at Did It Myself Craft Tutorials Blog

"On a trip to my local K-Mart, I found a pair of shoes which were marked down to two dollars for being 'shop soiled' (A.K.A broken). Not one to pass up a bargain, I knew with a few alterations, they could become a unique pair of super cute shoes. The techniques I used can also be used to give old shoes a bit of a make over".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Mason Jar Lid Magnets

This would make a cute Mother's Day gift

Magnet Tutorial at Barks Blog

"I love magnets.  I do.  I can't help myself.  And I've been having so much fun making them as of late!  I stumbled across a tutorial for bottle cap magnets and I started making them from my art prints. I'm obsessed with dimensional modpodge. While I was working on these, I happened to notice one of my old canning bands laying on the counter.  And, just like that I got the best idea.  Jar lid magnets!  Don't you love when that happens?  I'm the first to admit that not all my ideas work out. Ask Jason. But, I am so happy this one did. While I was working on these, Henry asked if we could make one with his picture in it. While I love seeing my art prints as magnets the thought of a photo was too cute to pass up.  I decided to share my process because I thought this would be a cute gift idea".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Earbud Case

Cute triangular zippered case

Earbud Case Tutorial at Tizzy Crafts Blog

"I've been making these cases for earbuds for a while, they are are also really good for spare change etc as they can be clipped onto a bag etc. I make mine out of oilcloth as I like the strength of the fabric and it holds it shape really well, you could make them out of any fabric but you may may need to line the cases or use interfacing to give the case some shape. You can see how this pattern developed here".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Tailor's Ham

The ham has one cotton side and one wool side

Tailor's Ham Tutorial at Serger Pepper Blog

"One of the things that I found more rewarding to sew, is to create (other than the most common clothes/curtains etc.) Sewing Supplies (as Pressing Tools) and a whole bunch of everyday objects that almost everyone usually buys.  In this two-parts-post I want to challenge me in the production of two objects that I don't know how they are called in Italian (and here I ask you to help me, my dear followers!) AND that, until not long ago, I had never even knew they existed: the Tailor's ham and the Sleeve (Sausage) Roll".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Baby Quilt

Uses 2 1/2" width of fabric strips

Baby Quilt Tutorial at Michelle's Romantic Tangle Blog

"Meet Laura! She's my first yellow and white baby quilt. When I started choosing fabrics, I was worried that there might not be enough contrast between the prints and the white background. Some of these yellows are pretty pale and I thought they might not stand out enough. That wasn't a problem. Now that she's pieced and quilted, I'm already pulling out more yellow fabric to make another quilt".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Paper Earrings

In 15 minutes you can be wearing some fun new jewellery

Earring Tutorial at Sandy's Space Blog

"You've just splurged on a gorgeous new outfit or a stunning pair of shoes. Now you're wishing you have some matching fashion accessories to finish off the look. I have a really easy and inexpensive paper earring tutorial that should allow you to do just that".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Crochet a Mosaic Rug

Individual crocheted rug pieces can be arranged in many designs

Mosaic Rug Tutorial at Krpena Lutkica Blog

"Make 12 squares. Wash them gently, by hand, and while still wet to form a regular shape so that they may all be the same size. Allow them to dry completely. On the reverse of each square ušijte tape to prevent slippage. Order a small carpet squares in the desired way (as the pictures). Also on the back of the squares in the corners and pull-tab can sew buttons, in order to remain pressed against each other. Make 12 pieces. Wash them gently and, while still wet, form them in the right square shapes and make sure they are the same size. Allow to dry completely. Sew anti-slip stripes to the back of each square. Arrange them into a little rug in any way you like".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Paper Poppy

Love the orange

Poppy Tutorial at Ilena-Carmen Blog

"To make a bouquet of crepe paper poppies you need the following materials: green, white, orange and brown crepe paper; sewing thread white and orange; thin wire about 15 cm length for each stem in part; cotton; glue".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Flower Topped Pen

This craft works with pencils too

Flower Topped Pen Tutorial at Make it Easy Crafts Blog

"If you work in an office or a business where people are using pens sometime the pens just seem to walk away, and you never have a pen when you need one.  So it’s fun to have decorative pens in a flowerpot filled with beans or rice.  It brightens up the space and they stick around a bit longer.  This project cost practically nothing.  I bought both the coffee filters and a pack of pens for a around a dollar each!  Add some floral tape and acrylic paint and you can make a whole bouquet of cute carnation pens".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Purse from Placemats

Add a beaded handle to this summertime bag

Upcycle Placemat Purse Tutorial at La Cartera Blog

"The Sunflower Purse Tutorial is simple to make with two round placemats. The handmade beaded handles add extra interest to textured placemats".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Zipper Pouch

Add simple quilting details to the pouch to make it more interesting

Zipper Pouch Tutorial at My Garden of Loves Blog

"Remember my post on a zipper pouch for my sister?! Well, today i'm going to share a tutorial on it. I know there are tons of zipper pouch tutorials out there by many wonderful people. But i thought it will be fun to share how i make mine. These pouches are so easy, quick and fun to make. Once you grasp the concept, you can make them in any size or design! Plus, they are practical and useful and makes a really great gift because girls can never have too many pouches and shoes right?!  So, are you ready?! Let's go".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Decorate Glass Jars

Paint, decoupage, and yarn to transform an ordinary glass jar

Decorated Glass Tutorial at Ateliê de arte e artesanato Blog

"I used paint and decoupage. You will need: glass clean and dry primer paint pva white acrylic paint metallic gold online craft a figure of paper for decoupage glue This is another idea to recycle our glass , I used paint and decoupage".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Ribbon Covered Letter

Add a ribbon for hanging if you like

Ribbon Letter Tutorial at Mommy Farley Blog

"A while back, I wanted to make something for Brooklynn's door. I looked online and was going to buy a cute sign that said it was her room, but then I realized I could make something for less money!! So when my mom and I went to Sacramento for shopping, I found a large B letter and came up with this brilliant idea".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Solid Perfume

Fill a locket with perfume you design

Perfume Tutorial at Go Make Me Blog

"Experimenting with essentials oils to create your own personal fragrance is a rewarding and a relatively inexpensive project (compared to store bought perfumes). Design your own beeswax based scent with an assortment of essential oils and jojoba oil. Melt and pour into pretty lockets (or other containers) supplying an easy fragrant top-up when you're on the run, or at the gym, or at the office".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Spare Key Holder

It takes just a few scraps of fabric to make

Key Holder Tutorial at Handmade Harbour Blog

"My parents are in their eighties and sometimes muddle things up.  We were a little worried about them getting out of their apartment if there was an emergency - Dad had Alzheimer's and can never find anything at all (sometimes he hides things and sometimes he packs bags with all manner of things, just to complicate matters) and Mum takes forever finding her keys in her handbag. So I stepped in with a couple of quick projects which I hope will help.  This is the first - somewhere for the spare door keys to go.  This will hang on a hook on the back of the bedroom door, ready to access and very quick to find in an emergency".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Upcycle an Umbrella into a Backpack Cover

Protect your backpack from the weather

  Cover Tutorial at Green Issues Blog

"When I was making my way to the Handmade Movement Fair two weeks back it was pouring dogs and cats from morning til night. I remember carrying a backpack, a small umbrella and holding onto my son as we made our way up to Fort Canning from the train station.  Fortunately, we didn't get wet but my backpack did.  I'm sure many of us have been in these sorts of situations. So I came up with the idea of upcycling the umbrella fabric from the old Pooh Bear umbrella into a backpack cover".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Ruffled Tote Bag

Using a purchased cotton tote for the base makes this a quick project

Ruffled Tote Tutorial at Crazy Little Projects Blog

"I started out to make this bag thinking it would be cute but not something I would carry around myself. I was really just doing it as a project option for Week 5 of the Learn to Sew series. But now that it’s done I am in love and I think I just might keep it for myself. If you have a daughter I think it would be fantastic as a little dance bag or you could use it yourself for a library bag. Anyway, I’m pretty excited to show you this ruffle tote bag tutorial".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Crocheted Baby Chick Applique

Instructions for the starting ring here

Chick Crochet Tutorial at Jenny and Teddy Blog

"This adorable little chicken or duck crochet applique tutorial may be just what you are looking for. They are easy and fun to make and can be used in so many different ways from decorate your hat, clothes, brooches".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Applique Pillow Top

Choose your favorite font for the type

Applique Pillow Tutorial at Miss P Blog

"Recently, the owner of the gallery/gift shop where I sold my handmade jewelry mentioned that she was short of a maker to supply her with textiles for her shop. (Er, hello? Did I mention I sew?) Not being one to overlook an opportunity, I whipped these up for her....I've split the how to for this into 2 parts because I didn't want to make it too long (there are lot's of photos!) So part 1 concerns creating the applique front. Part 2 (to follow) will concern the actual construction of the cushion cover itself".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Dish Mat

Reversible drying mat

Dish Mat Tutorial at L & R Designs Quilting Blog

"Do you ever get an idea in your head that you can’t get rid of?  That’s happened to me regarding my dish mats.  My daughter recently asked if I had any dish mats available to give away.  No, but I can make some!  Then my brain went to work and here I am with a new tutorial for making dish mats!   Granted, this is not a new technique, nor an original idea.  My quilting buddy, Candace, uses this method when she makes double sided receiving blankets.  As with most things quilty, there are no new ideas, just new to me ideas".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Quick Infinity Scarf

Pick fabric to match your outfit

Infinity Scarf Tutorial at Diary of a MadMama Blog

"Hey everybody! Good day from Michigan, where we finally have some snow. I have loved making infinity scarves ever since I learned how to make them from the Cottage Home.  They’re quick and easy to make…my favorite kind of project…and they look great.  Here’s how to make one in seven easy steps".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Wheat Salad

Keeps for several days in the fridge

Wheat Salad Tutorial at Mooberry Farm Blog

"If I were to list my very favorite foods, wheat salad would most certainly be on the list. It is simple, slightly sweet, and uses ingredients I always keep in my pantry. I make it often and we think it is delicious!  First, cook the wheat berries. It is easy - simply put a cup of wheat berries (uncooked whole wheat) in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover the pan, and simmer for about an hour; until wheat berries are tender but still hold their shape. When done, drain and rinse the cooked wheat berries with cool water".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Paint with Flowers

Frame your artwork or make cards

Flower Painting Tutorial at Grow Creative Blog

"Grape Hyacinths..... so pretty, but so invasive.  These little bulb flowers were once planted in flower beds and are now all over our front lawn.  Good thing I came up with a fun art project to put these to use!  My son had a great time smashing flowers with me".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Imitation Sea Glass

You can generally find a rock tumbler for around $50

Glass Tutorial at The Comfy Crafter Blog

"So today I want to show you how to make your very own imitation sea glass. Now don't get me wrong, I love me some good old fashioned beach glass that requires hunting, but I just can't find enough to suit my decorating needs. After years of looking I only have a tiny jar with maybe 30 pieces, needless to say I needed to find a faster way to do things. So I decided to try putting some glass in the rock tumbler and see if it would wear the glass into believable looking sea glass look-a-like, and it did".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Refinish Plastic Chairs

Be sure to do this project in a well ventilated area

Chair Tutorial at Speckled Sydney Blog

"These are mine. They stack nicely and serve well as extra outdoor chairs. The blue ones are a bit flaky and as am very pregnant it will be a while until these chairs see a fresh lick of paint. However, with a cushion or two they do just lovely. Pre-pregnancy I did manage to refurbish a set of Sebel Hobnob Junior chairs from the early 70′s. I bought these second hand. They were a sickly looking crayon pocked, toddler sticky set of peach chairs. After a thorough soap scrub and hose down I set to transforming these chairs to accompany the kids outdoor table. Getting the chairs to a shiny new Plastic Fantastic look was no small feat".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Sew a Brown Paper Envelope

I can't wait to try this

EnvelopeTutorial at The Crafty Mummy Blog

"It is so nice to receive a handmade gift, and handmade packaging can make it even more special. Handmade packaging doesn’t have to be elaborate and time-consuming. I’ll be sending out my pencil cases and coin purses in brown paper envelopes just to make them a little bit more special. So I thought I’d share how to make these easy envelope".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Lady Grey Tea Cupcakes

Little sugar teapots decorate the tops of these cakes

Cupcake Tutorial at Emily Kate Makes Blog

"My all-time favourite drink is Twinings Lady Grey tea. For anyone who's never heard of it, it's similar to Earl Grey tea but with lovely citrus flavours. Unfortunately it's not all that cheap, and I drink a LOT of tea, so Tesco's own brand often has to do. So when I was standing in a shop on Valentine's day with my boyfriend offering to buy me something as a present, I went for some Lady Grey teabags.  I've heard about the Earl Grey tea cupcakes sold at The Hummingbird bakery, but shock horror, I've never actually tried one. So I made my own :) I just used my basic no-mucking-about cupcake recipe, and added some tea. The tea has strong citrus flavours so I experimented with some orange zest in the icing to compliment it".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Modern Peasant Dress

Showcase a variety of fabrics from your stash

Dress Tutorial at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom Blog

"If you've been following along, You may have noticed that I have a little "pattern re-mix" theme going on with my peasant dress pattern I shared a few months ago. Today, I want to show you how to make this modern version of the basic Peasant Dress.  It is single-tiered with slightly longer and puffier sleeves and gathered at the waist with a sash.  (Thank you to Erin, from Crafty Biggers for helping me come up with a name for this dress version! - I had asked for help on my Facebook page and she suggested I call it the Modern Peasant Dress".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Split Pea Wreath

She shares an easy method for adding all these peas

Split Pea Wreath Tutorial at Chase the Star Blog 

"Last weekend I worked on springifying my house (yes, that’s a word). I updated my mantel for {come back tomorrow for that one} and I made a fun Spring Wreath out of split peas".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Milk Carton Coin Pouch

Cover with recycled paper or fabric

Coin PouchTutorial at Green Issues Blog

"This Saturday, I will be working with Singapore Environment Council and holding a workshop on upcycling milk cartons (well, in my case, soya milk cartons) for their volunteers.  Have been prepping for the event as there will be over 40 of them. This will be my first time teaching such a big group so I have been preparing slides and sorting out my materials.  I was cutting my cartons with my son and he pointed out how cute the bottom part of the carton was and how it could hold some coins - ding!  There are tutorials and different versions of the milk carton coin pouch.  This is my take on it".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Sewing Themed Block

A quilt block celebrating Sewing

Sewing Block Tutorial at Fabric Fascination Blog

"Kim of Persimon Dreams is sponsoring My Favorite Block Quilt Along through the month of April.  There will be a total of 20 blocks, in two sizes available during this quilt along.  The best part is that each block is presented by a different quilter, and a number of the blocks are original designs. Today is my turn.  I am sharing a sewing themed block - Pincushion and Dancing Spools. I had a lot of fun designing this block".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Miniature Landscape Garden

 Many herbs have small leaves, perfect for a miniature garden scene

  Garden Tutorial at The Chilly Dog Blog

"I've been anxious to create my own fairy garden for quite awhile. I first saw one last fall, but the weather was already cooling down and it wasn't a great time to start growing stuff outside. But now the weather is warmer and I finally have a magical little fairy house ready for some prime property.  Lucky for me I have the perfect place in mind. There is a small piece of pottery by our front door that currently contains some less than inviting, dead frost damaged foliage. It will be fun to display an inviting little landscape that welcomes visitors".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Turban Style Leather Necklace

A fairly simple process that takes minutes to make

NecklaceTutorial at Jewels of Sayuri Blog

"When I returned from my cousin's wedding and my annual sourcing trip to Delhi, I received a box from Plessmann. Endless leather, a leading supplier of high quality leather cords based in Germany near the gold city" of Pforzheim. It contained an array of  of beautiful leather cords and it really made me try out some new designs. As I was playing around with cords trying to make a graduated cords necklace or a spiral bib necklace, my mom suggested that I try loosley knotting it to make a Turban - birds nest kind of base. I was intrigued and decide to make and add the design to my Rhapsody collection".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Bag with Placemats

It takes only two placemats to make this bag

Upcycled Bag Tutorial at Lcartera Blog

"This cute magazine size tote bag, is well worth the effort. The lesson I’ve learned is that arranging the proper color coordination with contrasting fabrics can make, or break your design. With only two placemats in this color palate, made me a little nervous. I knew that I couldn’t afford any mistakes while creating, cutting, or designing.  Relying only on your imagination is not easy. Upcycled, repurposed, reuse of, or just plain old recycled materials are the textiles of choice this month. I’m not saying that next month won’t include these textiles, but there will be some variety. I haven’t started to explore my fabric arsenal options yet".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Sock Stick Horse

I especially love the curly hair on these cute ponies

Stick Horse Tutorial at The Country Chic Cottage Blog

"Are y'all ready to learn how to make a DIY sock stick horse?  You may just die from cuteness y'all!  This is the perfect tutorial for a gift for that special kid in your life.  I think girls and boys alike would love these stick horses.  I actually made a whole herd of them for a cowboy birthday party I threw this past weekend.  Y'all stay tuned all week for details on my cowboy bash. Lets get started on our stick horses first.  This tutorial takes a ton of steps but trust me y'all it is easy and YOU CAN DO THIS".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Laundry Soap

Keep your family's clothes frugally clean and fresh-smelling

Laundry Soap Tutorial at Mooberry Farm Homesteading Journal

"I would like to share one of my favorite things with you today. Homemade laundry soap. Making my own laundry soap saves us a lot of money, I think.... with our large family, I am doing *many* loads of laundry each week!  Several years ago, I began making the popular Fels-Naptha laundry soap. Oh, how excited I was! A few simple ingredients and very little time, and I could scratch purchased detergent off my shopping list for good! But I found that the mixture wasn't quite strong enough to get our homesteading clothes fresh and clean".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Baseball Charm

Personalize this charm as you desire

Baseball Charm Tutorial at About Family Crafts Blog

"This is a fun project to make for a baseball fan, whether that fan is you or someone else.  You can create these baseball charms to use in a necklace, like I did, or you can make it a keychain or a zipper pull if you prefer.   To personalize it, you can write the jersey number of your favorite player in the center before you shrink the plastic".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Decorative Paper Shoe

Sandy shares her template for making these Ferragamo Inspired  shoes

Paper Shoe Tutorial at Sandy's Space Blog

"I had a blast making these paper shoes. If you know of another tutorial for making shoes, I hope you share them with me in the comments".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Sock Sloth

Find a full tutorial on how to make this adorable creature on her Blog Cut Out + Keep

Sloth Tutorial at LDP Blog

"I can't be certain why, but recently, I've been slightly besotted with sloths. I don't know when or how this started, but seriously, have you seen how cute baby sloths are?! (Spoiler alert: they're really freakin' cute)".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Gear Pincushion

Make a pincushion with a fun quirky shape

Pincushion Tutorial at Michelle's Romantic Tangle Blog

"The first die I bought for my Sizzix Big Shot was Gadget Gears. I wasn't sure what I was going to do with it, but I knew I wanted to do something. Since I made a biscornu pincushion for my mom a few years back, I've been fascinated by the shape. I'd heard that it's a French word which translates to "oddly shaped." When I Googled it myself, I came up with "quirky," "tortuous," "crooked," and "odd-looking." Hopefully "quirky" is the only one of those that applies to this project!   I absolutely drool over all of the wonderful depth and texture that the scrapbookers achieve with their die cuts and I wanted to see what I could do with fabric. That meant a pieced background and lots of dense quilting".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Refashion Pants into Shorts Using the Original Hem

You get a pleasing result shortening pants with this method

Shorts Tutorial at Patchwork Posse Blog

"It's Springtime around here….and the winter pants are all but worn out, too short or overall falling apart in all the wrong places. Mostly the knees.  The rest of the pants though are in pretty ok condition.  So, what do you do with these high water pants? You fix them!  Well, really.  You make them into shorts.  Step 1)  Measure on the kiddo and cut the legs off  Step 2)  Cut the end of the hem off 1/4" above the true hem".... Read more