Tutorial - How to Make Doily Dreamcatcher

This Dreamcatcher starts with a pre-made doily

Doily Dreamcatcher Tutorial at Handmade Con Amor Blog

"You will need: *small doilie *embroidery hoop (or any kind of hoop) *strips of fabric (recycle what you have lying around!) *hot glue gun *white cotton string *beading thread *needle *beads and little treasures hidden in boxes that would otherwise go unused" Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Secret Book Safe

This is so fun for kids an adults!

Secret Book Safe Tutorial at awesomesauce & asshattery
"I contacted the seller & they sent me a shiny new copy lickety split!

Hmmm…what to do with the damaged book? Instead of chucking it in the recycle bin I decided to make a nifty little vault for my little one to hide her (future) treasures..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Embroidery Hoop Turkey

Oh how adorable!

Embroidery Hoop Turkey Tutorial at Gwenny Penny
"This turned out better than I ever imagined it would. Isn't he adorable?!? This is an unbelievably quick and easy project, too. There is no sewing involved. All you need is a glue gun. Want to make this cutie for Thanksgiving?..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Scratch Off Lottery Tickets and Free Printables

What a fun gift idea! Print out her free graphics and add your own gifts!

Scratch Off Lottery Tickets and Free Printables Tutorial at Oh The Lovely Things
"There are a lot of birthdays in August among my family and friends, and I've been thinking a lot about which presents to get. And I thought it could be fun to have twelve little presents, one for each month, instead of one gift. So I made a set of twelve scratch off lottery tickets! Each ticket has a different prize, such as a movie night with friends, a dinner out, a spa entry with massage or a weekend getaway..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Print Fabric Labels

Awesome! I've done this with fusible web on the back.

Fabric Labels Tutorial at Dolls And Daydreams
"This tutorial is not only for fabric labels but for printing on fabric for any project from your home printer and all from things that you probably already have in your pantry!!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Halloween Cookie Cutters

Absolute genius! So many times over the years I wanted to make my own cookie cutters. I thought you'd need power tools and maybe some welding would be involved. Nope!

Halloween Cookie Cutters Tutorial at Happy Find
"Yes...YES my dearies...your very own spooooky cookie cutters! BWHAAAHAHAHA!

***wringing hands***

*ahem*

Compose.

Sorry... got too exicted there.

Okay so after a gruelling search for what I thought would be easy find was practically impossible. What I was looking for was aluminum strips. FOOD SAFE aluminum, mind you and what a pain..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Etched Tree Plate

Lovely!

Etched Tree Plate Tutorial at Taylor Made
"I made this cute little plate for my mom for Mother's Day. Super simple but I think it was a hit. I made a stencil with my Silhouette, vinyl and transfer paper and used etching cream to etch the glass plate. My mom is the "M" at the bottom of the tree and the initials of her "kids" are in the branches..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Korker Ribbon Cake Banner

Insanely awesome!

Korker Ribbon Cake Banner Tutorial at Sweeter Than Sweets
"In case you missed my guest post over at The CSI Project, here's my tutorial for a new kind of cake banner, a Korker Cake Banner... it's a fun and festive cake topper for any celebration, no cake decorating skills necessary!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Taped Screenprints

Endless possibilities!

Taped Screenprints Tutorial at Chi Chi Dee Handmade
"Learn how to create bold, geometric prints on fabric which can then be turned into cushion covers, tote bags, or stapled to wooden frames to be displayed as artwork. This simple technique uses everyday sellotape to mask off areas and (despite the title!) doesn't involve a screen at all..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Clear Labels with Laser Printer and Tape

Genius I tell ya!

Clear Labels with Laser Printer and Tape Tutorial at Sew-Much-Better
"Use creatively. Suggestions .... Scrapbook, organization, spice bottles, tins..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Colored Staples

Well why not add a little color to life, huh? Fun!

Colored Staples Tutorial at zombies wearing helmets
"A thought occurred to me the other night; could I get staples in other colors besides boring ol' silver? One quick Google search later, and I had discovered that I could indeed. After reading a few bad reviews though, I decided to hold off on buying any. The complaint is the same for a few different brands; the color is just painted on and tends to flake off..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Record Album Cover Box

That's so fun!

Record Album Cover Box Tutorial at zombies wearing helmets
"This idea popped into my head the other night when I was wandering around the apartment wondering what to do with myself. There are tons of different crafts you can do with records and record covers, but the only boxes I've seen are smaller ones made from one cover. I picture this big box as a catch-all, maybe for all the clutter in the living room that I have to hide before company comes over (you all know what I'm talking about). It could be a great conversation piece too, especially if you use really cool albums. Each cover I picked has a blonde on it, so I've dubbed it the Blonde Bombshell Box..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Shabby Chic Recycle and Refab Coat Hangers

These remind me of crocheted hangers that I love. These too are cute and keep clothes from sliding off!

Shabby Chic Recycle and Refab Coat Hangers Tutorial at Handmade Con Amor
"Bye, bye yucky looking plastic!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Glass Block To-Do List

Very cool!

Glass Block To-Do List Tutorial at Crafty Staci
"This store has been carrying the glass blocks with a slit in the top for a long time now and they usually have little Christmas lights inside and vinyl words on the outside. This time, they had one with river rocks in the bottom and a silk plant sticking out through the slot. I’m a sucker for river rocks..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Treasure Box Book

This would be so fun to make for anyone, not just kids!

Treasure Box Book Tutorial at squeezing it all in
"We have LOTS of pirates living at our house.
I've gained a greater insight into a pirate's life while caring for these "matees" and in doing so I've learned that a good pirate needs a hook, a well practiced "arrgh" and...well, a great treasure chest!

What's better than a great treasure chest?
A well camouflaged treasure chest!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Duct Tape Rose Pens

Pretty and Fun!

Duct Tape Rose Pens Tutorial at Squiggles
"So, lately, I've been OBSESSED with duct tape. Duct tape bookmarks, wallets... you name it. But with Easter and spring, I wanted to do something that related to the season. So I came up with this!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Alphabet Magnets

Nice!

Non-Obnoxious Alphabet Magnets Tutorial at NiceGirlNotes
"Hard plastic. Bright, loud, primary colors. Serif font with weird pointy edges. (Is that a T? No, honey, it looks like a T, but it’s an I because it has a hat AND feet.) And it’s as if they all procreate because they’re all over the dishwasher and the fridge and the front door.

And the floor. And if you’ve ever stepped on one…. well, you know. YOU KNOW...

But Rembot loves alphabet magnets. And I’m sure one day, her sister will, too. But those magnets mock me. The bright yellow and neon green mock me in the midst of my latte/white/muted blue/tasteful red living room and kitchen.

A win-win situation: non-obnoxious alphabet magnets..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Use Woodgrain Contact Paper in 11 Crafts

11! Oh my gosh. There are some really cute and super easy ideas here!

11 DIYs with Woodgrain Contact Paper Tutorial at
LDC Designs
"Well thanks everyone for hanging out with Campfire Chic, Arvonia, and myself for Contact Paper Challenge Week. It was a lot of fun trying to think up DIY projects with these two lovely bloggers! I just though I would share a recap of all the DIY projects we did, just in case you missed one!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Hang Dry Hand Knit Socks

Clever idea!

Hang Hand Knit Socks Tutorial at Villa Kunterbunt
"I have handknitted socks, and they are not for the tumbler dryer, and lay them out, till they are dry, also not perfect. But where to put them?..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Popsicle Stick Pencil Holder

We used to make things like this in Girl Scouts. I must admit - I loved making them! What a great, quiet activity for kids in the winter!

Popsicle Stick Pencil Holder Tutorial at MaNiKa
"This box is a pencil holder. This is a very easy and interesting project for kids. Under Parent’s guidance they do this project very easily..." Read more