Tutorial - How to Make Twig and Cereal Art

A twig and cereal craft that combines nature elements and food art

Tutorial at Non Toy Gifts Blog

"My two little boys get more excited about science experiments than crafts but every now and then a fun idea will make them want to join me in a creative challenge. Take this spring craft, for instance, I managed to combine three elements they love: a nature walk, painting and a delicious snack like the Post cereals. They couldn’t resist it and had to give me a helping hand in crafting these simple and adorable flowers made out of twigs and cereals".... Read more

Tutorial - Make a Phone Stand with a Recycled TP Roll

Re-purposing is all about creativity

Tutorial at Creative Homemaking Blog

"Although you can always buy a phone holder, wouldn’t it be nice to be able to create one by yourself? If you are looking to replace your old phone holder or simply need a new project to recycle those toilet paper rolls, this easy DIY phone holder is sure to inspire you! This phone stand is perfectly customizable and super useful! I used washi tape to decorate the exterior but tissue paper or fabric will work just as great".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Frame a Vertical Garden

Succulents don’t need a lot of water and are easy to maintain

Tutorial at A Crafty Mix Blog

"Vertical gardens fascinate me. It doesn’t matter where you live or how much space you have these gardens are a living canvas that show case the best that nature has to offer. With so many inspiring ideas on the web we had to try make our own using a plastic frame we found at the local hospice".... Read more

Tutorial - DIY Mid-Century Dresser Transformation

Refashion a 1990s dresser with hand-made legs, a new frame, and stain

Tutorial at Plaster & Disaster Blog

"The topic today is my bedroom, where I’ve know for some time that I want to replace my tall dresser in the back corner with a long and low dresser. This was part of the plan when we moved Sam’s dresser into his study to hold office supplies, since Sam thus needed somewhere new to keep his clothes and I thought a long low dresser would be perfect for us to share. Here’s the corner in question".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Upcycle Vintage Linens into a Dress

Easy and unique way to sew a sweet little pillowcase dress

Tutorial at Anna's Heirloom Boutique Blog

"Vintage embroidered linens have a certain charm to them. Maybe it’s because they remind us of a simpler time. Back before the days of cell phones and internet and reality TV shows….Back then, embroidery was a favorite past time for many women. They embroidered everything from tea towels, table runners, home decor and bed linens. Sadly, these items end up getting stored away or forgotten, or even worse, thrown in the garbage! These are works of art and deserve to be seen and admired. It is my mission to give them a new life and inspire others to do the same".... Read more

Tutorial - Geometric Art with Adhesive Vinyl

Use a cutting mat and x-acto knife to cut shapes

Tutorial at Plaster & Disaster Blog

"I was drawn to the idea of using vinyl when I came up with a concept for some geometric patterns, but the idea of painting them using painter’s tape did not appeal to me in the least. The project in question: some artwork to fill the space behind Sam’s computer monitor in his study:  I built the shelves knowing that I would want to put something there to fill that space, but I wasn’t sure what would be right given that the whole room is fairly neutral and minimal. I also wanted something really inexpensive, and knew that I wanted it to be a specific size to perfectly fit the dimensions of the space".... Read more

Tutorial - Reverse Appliqued Upcycled Potholder

Washer and dryer give it a nice frayed edge

Tutorial at Hangary Fork Blog

"I decided to make a denim potholder with reverse appliqued hearts.  So I drew a heart on a piece of paper and cut it out.  I traced around the heart onto the wrong side of the denim. There are a few ways you can do reverse applique, this one is probably the easiest, especially if you are working with flimsy fabrics.  Since I don’t own any tiny scissors and because I’m working with fairly stiff denim fabric, I did it my way and went ahead and cut out the heart shapes".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Junk Style Wall Art

Use a variety of re-purposed items for lettering

Tutorial at Repurposing Junkie Blog

"A few days ago I saw an awesome project by Jess at Make and Do Crew, and I fell in love with this DIY letterpress wall art, and just had to try making one of my very own, junk style though, similar to my other project.  I went looking around our house, pulling together whatever I could find.  I was on a mission to spell out the word “BATH,” and found everything I needed from my repurposing stash".... Read more

Tutorial - Make a Chicken Feed Sack Bag

Recycle a cute feed sack to hold small items

Tutorial at Patchwork Posse Blog

"We got a few new chicks a couple of weeks ago……they came with a duck too!  They are so super cute, but eat a bundle.   That’s ok though because their feed bag is super cute and they are great for a few fun projects. The first project sewn together is a fabric bucket style.  It’s perfect for storing fabric bundles, yarn, thread, notions…whatever really".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Pretty Floral Arrangement

Quick arrangements for a small event or everyday display of your favorite flowers

Tutorial at AKI 1 a.m. Blog

"In my last post I discussed homemade floral arrangements using carnations and daisies and in today’s post I’l showcase floral arrangements you can make out of orchid flowers. On my birthday along with the wooden flower arrangement I also received a hand bunch of purple orchids, white orchids and springeri branches".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Crochet an Easter Basket

Basket has a 22″ circumference, and is 5″ high

Tutorial at Olives & Okra Blog

"I love beautiful baskets, and spring is the perfect time of year to make a DIY Easter Basket. I’m using Red Heart Super Saver yarn from my large yarn stash to crochet this versatile yet beautiful basket. The basket is worked as one piece: Crochet the bottom first followed by the basket’s sides.  One round is reversed for a long tie, but this can easily be replaced with a solid row of single crochet. I finished the basket with a reverse single crochet border, one of my favorite crochet stitches".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Pickled Beet Eggs

Pickled Beet Eggs are a special treat for Easter

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"Here's a blast from the past, a genuine grown-up Easter Egg! I've been making these Amish Pickled Red Beet Eggs at Easter for years now and have to tell you, they are great! The color is beautiful, the flavor pronounced and they can be enjoyed as is, diced in potato salad (actually I suggest sprinkling them in a pile on top for great color), they're pretty as deviled eggs and make a great egg salad sandwich".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fabric Birdcage

Made with 2 old wire hangers and scrap fabric

Tutorial at Pillar Box Blue Blog

"Maybe it’s because I’m the daughter of an ornithologist, spring makes me think of birds. Which gave me the idea to make the fabric birdcage. It took me about an hour to make the cages, only using the things that I already had at home.   They make a lovely gift and as with my fabric birdhouses can be personalized by using an old shirt of the recipients. Any old fabric scraps will do, I’ve been eyeing up an old pink striped shirt of my husbands which I think I’ll use next".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fun Fur Spring Wreath

A pretty baby grass wreath to welcome in Spring

Tutorial at Helicopter Mom Blog

"Its that time of year.  The flowers are starting to bloom, the grass is starting to grow, and everything is fresh and new. This pretty wreath is the perfect way to celebrate spring".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Baby Swaddle Blanket

Project calls for 1 yard of knit fabric

Tutorial at Coral + Co. Blog

"Today I have another great baby project: Easy DIY Baby Swaddle Blanket Pattern and Tutorial which sews up quickly in 10 minutes..  This is perfect for anyone who wants to make a quick gift for a new baby!  Often many store bought swaddle blankets are never quite big enough to get a good swaddle, by making your own you can make one large enough for baby to grow and still wrap them up tight.  Also by using a knit, the fabric can breathe so baby doesn't get too hot and has a slight stretch to it to help keep them snug".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Easter Science Kit Basket

Tutorial comes with free printable for 6 simple science experiments

Tutorial at Non Toy Gifts Blog

"If you’re looking for a creative Easter basket that doesn’t involve candy, this may be it: an Easter science kit. It is a 100% DIY project starting with the basket itself and ending with putting together all the supplies for six fun science experiments. Don’t worry, I’ll guide you through the entire project and offer free printables to make your job easier".... Read more

Tutorial - Gold Foil and Watercolor Cards

Video tutorial combines two papercrafting trends

Tutorial at Smiling Colors Blog

"Trim the gold foil sheet and place on top of the tacky glue with the shiny side facing up. You can see that I am reusing the left over foil from the last card, there is no need to waste that. Press foil firmly onto the paper using your finger or a dry paintbrush. Lift foil up carefully from one edge to reveal the foiling. If in any area the foil didn’t cover completely, simply press the foil onto that area again and only the exposed glue areas will re-foil".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Perfect Breakfast Eggs

Experiment with timing and cooking method

Tutorial at From My Carolina Home Blog

"I have been making eggs for months now, trying to get that perfect point where the yolk is no longer liquid and runny, but not fully cooked like a hard boiled egg.  I only do eggs a couple of times a month, always on Sundays.  I wanted to make them without a lot of effort, and precisely timed to the way I like them, just barely done. I had these egg rings which are wonderful for keeping the whites from spreading out too far and over cooking".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Copy a Pattern for Multi Sizes

3 ways to use more than one size of a pattern

Tutorial at Whoever Has the Most Fabric Blog

"Back in the day when you bought a pattern, you bought it in your own size and there was only that one size in the envelope. Today,  most patterns come in multiple sizes. Many, like the one on the left, would suit a variety of ages. However, once you have cut it out in your size, there is no going back.  All you have left is scraps with the edges of the larger sizes printed on them.  Any smaller sizes are printed inside the one you have cut out and you can't really use them as you will destroy the one you want. Occasionally, you will want to use the other sizes as well".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Barbie Easter Bonnet

Easter hats from bottle caps for Barbie would be a great craft to make with the kids

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"I thought it would be fun to make an Easter Bonnet for Barbie from a Recycled Bottle Cap. These little pill box type hats that Kate Middleton likes can be as basic or extravagant as desired, and if you've Googled images you know what I mean! I simply wrapped the brim of mine with ribbon and added some fancy embellishments... It is a holiday after all".... Read more

Tutorial - Quilt Thread Color Experimentation

Comparison of different thread colors on the same quilt to showcase the differences

Tutorial at From My Carolina Home Blog

"Standing in my French inspired kitchen, I was thinking about the toile quilt I was in the process of making.  The pie safe in the middle of the kitchen is green, and it occurred to me that the toile would make a perfect addition to the décor.  After all, toile is a French word meaning ‘linen cloth’, so it fit the theme.  Toile has been traced back to the middle ages in Europe, and since the 1700s has been used to describe a fabric with some kind of scene repeated over the fabric in a single color most often black, red or blue. Thinking about it further, I decided that I would use the blocks I had to create not one lap quilt, but three table toppers to use in the kitchen and dining room.  This gave me an opportunity to look at the difference a choice of thread color could make in the finished design".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Orzo with Eggplant

Healthy vegan recipe - easy to make and tasty

Tutorial at Akamatra Blog

"Today I am sharing my recipe for a very healthy and fulfilling meal that both me and Nick love. It's very easy to prepare and cook and can be served both for lunch or dinner. For 3-4 servings you'll need: 300g orzo, 1 fresh tomato, 1-2 carrots, 2 eggplants, 200g tomato sauce, fresh pepper".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Easter Treat Jars

Use upcycled glass jars and fill with candy

Tutorial at Nina Makes Blog

"These two little jars are upcycled from my Heinz Sandwich spread habit!  I have only recently found it for sale in NZ and am enjoying the hell out of it!  I am making two today, one for each of my Nieces on my side of the family. You can fill them with any Easter treats you like".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Jello Meringue Cookies

These would be a fun treat to make for Easter.

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"You don't have to pipe bunnies to enjoy this recipe folks, a simple Wilton 1M star icing tip makes some very impressive Jello Meringue Cookies. Or is it really candy? Either way, it's yummy, fluffy fun.  This batch was strawberry flavored and the Jello helps make a fairly fool-proof recipe. They are pretty presented as is, or could be decorated with sprinkles, or the bottoms could be dipped in melted chocolate or candy melts".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Hanging Lights Chandelier

Attractive and trendy hanging light fixture

Tutorial at One O Blog

"The whole chandelier you see here only costs.. ***drum rolls please*** €25 ! Isn’t this such good news? The tutorial is a bit long because I wanted to explain every step in detail, especially the electricians part that was also DIY (and you can totally do too)! Not sure why I didn’t take a “supplies” overall picture, sometimes you do things without thinking, it happens right?   Here’s what you’ll need".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Fabric Storage Buckets

These can be used as an Easter gift basket

Tutorial at Sew for Soul Blog

"Easter is early this year and I feel very behind with my preparations.  We host lunch after church on Easter Sunday and each family always receives a small handmade gift.  I don't have time to go into overdrive this year, so instead I've decided to stitch up some quick and easy fabric gift baskets, which we'll be filling with little chocolate bunnies and chicks".... Read more

Tutorial - ISO Tips for Optimizing Your Photos

Change the light sensitivity of your camera by changing the ISO

Tutorial at Whims And Fancies Blog

"I am using a newly-acquired camera for these photos.  It behaves very differently from my other camera which is of much better quality.  I am learning a lot about the new camera as I continue to take these photos.  One of the settings I love to play with is ISO.  In February I talked about different kinds of light.  Cameras will always do really well in well-lit settings, but the automatic settings do not always work in low light.  The ISO setting of your camera is great for those situations.  ISO values can be set on most cameras, including some point-and-shoot cameras".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Sew a Pretend Tea Bag

Re-purpose vintage embroidered linens if you have them

Tutorial at Anna's Heirloom Boutique Blog

"Rainy weather keeps little ones inside. You need a fun activity that keeps her imaginative wheels turning.  What’s more perfect (and girly) than a pretend tea party? You’ve got the pretend teapot, cups, saucers, and napkins. But what about the pretend tea bags?  Pretend tea bags are super easy to make and they are a great way to use up those fabric scraps leftover from other projects".... Read more

Tutorial - Make a St. Patrick's Hat for a Barbie Doll

This recycled k-cup St. hat is a fun craft for kids

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"This fun little "green" Recycled K-Cup St. Patrick's Day Hat for Barbie craft can be as fancy or simple as you'd like. I took the simple road. Why not pull out a bunch of green, gold and orange buttons, stickers, trim, Sharpies, glitter, etc and let the girls create a one of a kind hat for their doll(s)".... Read more

Tutorial - Make a Bunnies on a Stick Decoration

Make these adorable bunnies from a cardboard box

Tutorial at Non Toy Gifts Blog

"It’s an easy Easter or spring craft that you can do on your own or together with the kids. If the bunnies survive my boys’ play, I’ll use them as Easter decoration.  What you need to make bunnies on a stick: one small cardboard box, craft knife, paint, bamboo skewers, ribbons, hot glue gun".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Sew a Circle Skirt

Free pattern has sizes newborn to women's XXL

Tutorial at Cucicucicoo Blog

"Welcome back to the Learn to Machine Sew series on Cucicucicoo! I promised a cool practical tutorial to go along with my last lesson on how to sew an exposed elastic waistband, and boy, is it cool! Too often people think that you need fancy patterns and techniques to sew your own beautiful clothing, but sometimes it’s nice to use a simple pattern to show off your favorite fabric, or to quickly sew up an outfit for a last minute party invitation! Sewing a circle skirt is an easy way to add fun me-made garments to your wardrobe, and the great thing is that it’s really easy to fit it perfectly to your body‘s shape".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Whimsical Tiny House

Can be a child's toy or add an LED light for a night light

Tutorial at XOXO Grandma Blog

"You are in for a treat with this project, because although it took me a while to create, this fairy house now tops my list of favorite creations! So who is ready to have more fun than you can imagine creating this gem using a shrunken sweater, a corn meal container and a few odds and ends from around your house".... Read more

Tutorial - Make a "Duck Your Head" Warning Sign

Cute warning sign for low doorways

Tutorial at A Crafty Mix Blog

"Now for something a little quirky, or should I say quacky  Coming down the stairs in our little round house can be tricky if you’re over 5’11. The ceiling is quite low and you’ll need to duck to avoid bumping your head. We needed a sign to warn all our tall friends but the ones you can buy are a little too boring, so we made our own using one of those rubber chickens that go “boop, boop” and some pallet off cuts. Those chickens drive our dogs mad, I don’t think they like the sound".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Sew a Hen

Cute easter hen you can sew with your kids

Tutorial at Coloured Buttons Blog

"Want to sew something fun with your kids this Easter...it's easier than you think. For this friendly little hen all you need is two squares of gingham, some scraps of red and yellow felt, a needle, thread, a little polyester fibrefill for soft stuffing and rice to give her weight...and last but not least, you'll need a name...I call mine Henya...which is a perfectly good name for a hen".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Pistachio Brownies

Recipe for gluten free pistachio brownies

Tutorial at Sweep Tight Blog

"You might think these ingredients are the last things in the world you’d want in a brownie, but trust me, the final results are quite satisfying. It took me 15 weeks and over 40 attempts to get it right. A huge thanks to all my classmates that had to taste test all the failures along the way! But they all agreed by the end that this recipe turned out AMAZING. The most difficult part was finding the right pistachio extract".... Read more

Tutorial - Make Oval Denim Potholders with Jeans

Easy to make using old jeans and scrap fabric

Tutorial at Hangry Fork Blog

"Upcycling jeans into potholders is easy and doesn’t take very long, especially if you have a nice sharp pair of scissors.  My scissors have seen better days, they are a real hot mess.  I’m almost certain one of my kids has used my “fabric only” scissors for cutting paper.  I’m just saying.  I ended up ordering a new pair of scissors".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make String Eggs

Eggs may take up to 24 hours to dry

Tutorial at Adventures of a DIY Mom Blog

"Last year for Easter I made String Easter Eggs. It was so close to Easter that I didn't get a tutorial up in time. These String Easter Eggs are super easy. I love the spring colors - it makes me happy. To begin, blow up your water balloon. Wrap the crochet thread around the balloon, until it's covered to your liking. Slip the end of the thread under the other threads".... Read more

Tutorial - Make a Recycled Denim Pocket Pillow

Tuck your phone safely in the denim pocket

Tutorial at Pillar Box Blue Blog

"Using an old pair of jeans, a sweater and some scrap fabric I made my youngest son Fergus a cool pillow for his room. This is no ordinary pillow, it has a killer feature; I have incorporated the pocket from the jeans so he has somewhere to put his phone whilst lying on the bed listening to music.  When I was a teenager, I spent a lot of my time listen to music in my room. Now that my boys are teenagers they like to do the same, but this time the music is on their phones and they listen through headphones. I decided make Fergus a pillow with a pocket so he had somewhere safe to put his iphone".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Grass Head Pots

A fun and educational spring craft for kids

Tutorial at Non Toy Gifts Blog

"I love gardening and if my hobby intrigues my picky eaters’s curiosity for new veggies, that makes my outdoor project even more worthwhile. It may have taken my son a whole summer to accept tomatoes into his diet and then another one for cherry tomatoes but he eats tomatoes like a pro now.  With the mild winter that we’ve had so far (which only happens once in a million years in Minnesota ) and days like yesterday when we were able to play outside for the entire afternoon, I’m very eager to get my hands in the dirt".... Read more

Tutorial - Lighting Tips for Better Photos

Camera and Photography tutorial/tips
 
Tutorial at Whims And Fancies Blog

"It was a good start to my year-long project.  A lot of these photos were taken in low light because light was already fading by the time I went out for a walk.  Some days it was raining so hard that it was dark by mid-day.  That would never stop me from taking pictures, however.  You may not be able to take quilt photos outside while it’s raining, but you can take photos of almost everything else.  I think understanding light is the key to photography, so I would like to start my series of photography tips with that".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fabric Belt

You can use double sided webbing with two different patterns

Tutorial at The Art Bug Blog

"Make these stylish and fun fabric belts with this easy DIY! It will cost you less than $5! They can be worn on Jeans or Dresses!  Adjustable and sleek".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Upcycled Denim Potholders

Denim potholders made using old jeans

Tutorial at Hangry Fork Blog

"This afternoon I made myself some new upcycled denim potholders, aren’t they cute?  For those that don’t know, upcycling is, it’s when you take something you already own and make into something new or something more usable or valuable to you.  In this case, I took some weird fitting jeans that weren’t being worn and turned them into the denim potholders you see below".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Recycled Basket

It took less than an hour to make this basket

Tutorial at A Crafty Mix Blog

"Celebrate nature’s bounty and make this easy DIY harvesting basket using pallet off cuts, chicken wire, a bicycle inner tube and some sisal rope. It’s just the right size (39 cm long, 15 cm high and 19 cm wide) and it’s perfect for harvesting, washing and carrying fresh, home grown veggies".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Boys and Bugs Shirt

Includes a free pattern for the bug applique

Tutorial at XOXO Grandma Blog

"This shirt is a fun, easy project to make for any bug loving child.  For this project, I purchased a solid ready made T-shirtfor $1.50.  I found this bargain on sale at my local Walmart. I hoped that with my arm still not completely operable due to breaking it in January, that this would be a project I was anxious to try".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Apple Butter in a Crockpot

A tasty way to use up some old apples

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"I had two large apples that were truly past their prime and, in the interest of trying something new, decided to make a Micro Batch of Apple Butter in my itty-bitty two quart Crock Pot. This is a fun little project that only makes about 4oz of jam so it doesn't need to be canned, just stored in the fridge. But it does require stirring so it's best to make it when you plan to be home all day".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an I Spy Baby Quilt

Baby I spy quilt top with appliqued name

Tutorial at Hangry Fork Blog

"Baby quilt time!  I’m dusting off my sewing machine to make a baby quilt!  My step daughter recently gave birth to her first child, a baby boy she named, Jack.  I decided to make an “I Spy” baby quilt for her baby.  This is a quilt Baby Jack will grow into.  If you don’t know what an “I Spy” quilt is, it’s a quilt made with many different novelty fabrics, which appeal to young kids".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Bunny Shaped Easter Box

Bunny shaped Easter basket out of a cardboard box

Tutorial at Non Toy Gifts Blog

"When I got pregnant with our second, my hubby and I decided our growing family needed a bigger house. We wrote down how our ideal home would look like and started house hunting with high hopes that we could check off everything on our list. One of the things was a property with big trees  and I was so glad to discover that the house we fell in love with had six majestic fir trees in the backyard. Little did I know that we weren’t the only ones enjoying them. A furry family of bunnies had their home hidden somewhere underneath those trees. They were so adorable and the kids loved seeing them hop around the house. We all loved them".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Patchwork Fabric Eggs

Retro look eggs take no sewing

Tutorial at Pillar Box Blue Blog

"These fabric Easter eggs unbelievably easy to make and look fantastic.  The fabric gives them a nice retro look and feel. This is a great easter craft for all ages.   My sister Tasha came up with this craft while trying to do something Easter themed with my nephews.    They boys enjoyed making them as it was simple enough for them do.  They make for a lovely Easter decoration that can be used year on year".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Piped Zipper Pouch

Bag features a piped gusset, a full lining, and a detachable wrist strap

Tutorial at Ronnie Ranching Blog

"The structure of this pouch is a little different from your typical "stitch some rectangles together and box out the corners" zipper pouch.  I'm a total sucker for piping, so I can foresee making a lot of these as gifts in the future.  It would be great to stuff with some fun lip glosses, some chocolate, and a great smelling bottle of hand lotion.  Instant perfect teacher gift".... Read more