Tutorial - How to Make Prairie Point Star Ornaments

Make in a variety of sizes and fabric combinations

Tutorial at Super Mom - No Cape Blog

"To make the inside of the ornament: Fold the 5″X10″ scrap of fabric in half or if using 5″  squares, place one on top of the other. Use a compass to draw a 4.5″ diameter circle. If you don’t have a compass, you can use the lid from a yogurt container as a template. Stitch completely around the circle following the pencil line. Use a pinking shears to trim the seam allowance".... Read more

Tutorial - Swedish Stars From Recycled Book Pages

Add a dusting of silver glitter if desired

Tutorial at Borei Design Blog

"Handmade straw and wood ornaments are a long standing tradition in Sweden and many other Scandinavian countries. I always look forward to receiving a handmade ornament from Sweden from my Mother and Father-in-law every Christmas. Advent stars are one of the items that are commonly made. When I was recently looking at a pic of antique woven star, I was inspired to make my own version using recycled book pages that could be used as a decorative hanger not just for the Christmas tree but for any time of year".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Paper Star Decoration

Easy to make party decorations

Tutorial at Cards, Crafts, Kids Projects Blog

"I made these Paper stars initially by following a tutorial by Alix but though it is a super simple project I did run into a few hiccups hence sharing a detailed tutorial with tips. Materials required:Thick Card Stock- For Indian readers I recommend Ivory Card stock available in Stationary shops otherwise you can use the  thickest card stock you get. Good quality double sided pattern paper would look especially cool.Avoid thin paper as it will make your stars floppy".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Crocheted Stars

Easy crochet star takes only minutes to make

Tutorial at Little Treasures Blog

"I made these to use as appliques and for gift wrapping - the pattern is so easy I couldn't resist not posting it here. So, for these stars I used sport yarn and 1,9 mm hook. They are worked in just one easy round. First, chain 7. You need 4 stitches for the body (arm) and 3 for the picot. For the picot sl st in the third st from hook".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Recycle a Card into an Ornament

Recycle holiday cards into colorful star ornaments

Tutorial at The Chilly Dog Blog

"I admit that I am one of those people who keeps every Christmas card and letter I receive. I'm not kidding. I have a box that contains every Christmas greeting sent to our home for at least the last ten years, maybe longer.  Whenever I am about ready to throw away the stash I think, "Someday I could use these for a really cool holiday project."  How many projects have I create with the box of cards? Well, none... until now".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Star Ornament

Use wooden popsicle sticks

Star Tutorial at Cards and School Projects Blog

"Dear friends  sharing a super simple and quick handmade star decoration you can whip up for the festive season with something you may just be having lying around the house: 5 wooden ice cream sticks. These handmade stars will look great on your tree or mantle piece and for crafters who sell handmade crafts I bet these wooden stars can be dressed up in your unique style [say quilling,beads,clay craft etc]to be a hit at your craft stall".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a 3-D Star

A recycled cereal box provides the base for this star

Star Tutorial at Puddle Designs Blog
 

"I have been wanting one of those really-cool-vintage looking-3D-stars for such a long time!  But $25 is way too much for me to spend on one of them (I am such a cheap-o).  I looked all over the internet (and when I say internet, what I really mean is Pinterest :-), and I could not find any instructions for a big star.  There were tons of ideas on how to create the little teeny tiny ones, but I wanted a BIG one!  I finally decided that I needed to get off my lazy bum and just figure out how to make one myself.  Now, I get to share my new found knowledge with you".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Folded Star Pumpkin

Fun to make, and a great stash buster

Folded Star Tutorial at A Creative Princess Blog

"A long time ago when my kids were all little, I did a lot of craft shows. My most popular item was the Folded Star. Remember those?  I made just about anything you can imagine using the basic folded star; hoops, potholders, Christmas tree ornaments, and the list could go on forever. One thing I never tried was a pumpkin".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Paper Star

Directions in German and English

Paper Star Tutorial at Villa Kunterbunt Blog

"Today I want to show you a star. Two nice girls from 6. grade showed me tuesday, how it works. Thank you a lot, dear Salome and Violetta.  You need: Paper, ( in this case I choose Aluminuim foil), glue, and thread".... Read more