Tutorial - How to Make a Cold Neck Wrap

Water absorbing polymer crystals are this wraps secret for keeping cool

Neck Wrap Tutorial at Craft Cravings Blog

"It’s officially summer. I am not a huge fan of it. I am not built for the heat and humidity we get here in Missouri. We have had a somewhat mild May and June so far, until the last week or so. We’ve started getting 90 degree days with heat indexes up near 100. Yuck.  My mom had me make her a bunch of these Icy Cold Neck Wraps for her work, since they can’t have fans. I thought that I’d do it for the blog too! If you have a sewing machine and can sew a somewhat straight line, you should be good to go".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Patchwork Clutch

Page down her tutorial for English translation

Clutch Tutorial at Tousled Day Blog

"I have a lot of old jeans. And I would feel so guilty if I throw it away. There are so many possibilities. This is my new jeans project, and I have to admit that it is quite time consuming, but I believe that it’s worth it! Patchwork jeans clutch!  Well, as many of you know, I’m beginner in world of sewing, but I made small tutorial for all of you with questions. I can’t say that this is the way patchwork clutch should be done, but this is the way I made it"....Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Gum Design in Photoshop

Computer lesson in Photoshop

Gum Tutorial at Stunningmesh Blog

"Today we are going to start a new Photoshop Tutorial. In this Photoshop Tutorial we will be making Mint Gum packet. In this Tutorial you will be using some basic Tools like Rectangle Tool, Brush Tool etc. We will also learn some Layer Style property while working on this tutorial, like Inner Shadow, Inner Glow, Gradient Overlay, Bevel and Emboss etc. So without wasting more time we are going to start".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Kimono Wrap Dress

Bias bound edges make a neat finish

Dress Tutorial at Blooms And Bugs Blog

"Sometime back I shared with you how to sew a Tulip Hem. Now I'm back with the complete tutorial and free pattern for sewing the wrap dress with tulip hem. Its a great and easy sew project if you are comfortable sewing with bias tape. If you are not...well..then its a great project to make you comfortable with bias tape".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Mini Cushions with Child's Drawings

This project couldn’t be simpler – great for a beginner

Mini Cushion Tutorial at Behind the Hedgerow Blog

"If you’ve read my blog recently you’ll see that it’s all been about cushions…which is odd because I don’t even really like making cushions.  So here we are, the third and final (for now) post on cushions (I am chomping at the bit to make clothes…for my kids, for me, hell, even for dolls!). After finishing the Mayan-inspired cushions for my oldest son’s teachers, the younger two were excited to know what I was making for their teachers.  Uhh…I was hoping the contribution to the communal gift would get me off the hook here.  But, alas, I had this little idea and knew it would sew up quickly and wouldn’t require a long attention span from the kids".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Travel Games Set

Checkers and Tic Tac Toe to bring along

Travel Games Tutorial at Patchwork Posse Blog

"Going somewhere this summer? Travel games are the way to keep the kids entertained while smashed into the vehicle surrounded by packed bags.  While this little travel pack doesn’t fair well with playing in the car – using it at your destination spot works great {whether thats at the park down the street, backyard lawn, or across the country}.  The combination of the checkers and tic tac toe is made using, of course, ufo quilt blocks.  Super simple and easy pattern for beginners, plus it will use up your fabric stash. The game is double sided with a hiddle pocket to keep your playing pieces secured and easy to find when you need them.  Fold it, roll it, and tie it and you are ready to go".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Add Bling to a Hair Brush

A simple way to customize a hair brush

Hair Brush Tutorial at Mellywood's Mansion Blog

"It's a fact, we ladies are born with a love a bling, from glitter to fake jewels to rocking engagement rings, we all want a little sparkle in our life. Elizabeth is no exception.  We have a little issue with things going missing in our house, and Elizabeth's brush was one of those items. The boys borrow and never return anything, so I said I would get her a brush that they wouldn't want to be seen in public with. She looked a little skeptical but, god bless her, she said ok.  I looked at personalized ones and really $10 for a name on a brush...I don't think so".... Read more

Tutorial Exchange - How to Make a Chair Organizer

This organizer could also be tied to a walker, or used in the nursery

Chair Organizer Tutorial at Crafty Staci Blog

"I received this pretty bundle, called Sophie, from Clothworks. As it laid on the table in my sewing room while I decided what to make from it, I kept thinking the colors were perfect for my mother-in-law.  I’ve seen her wear almost every color here.  The clincher was when my daughter walked in and said “What are you making for Grandma with that?” It just so happened that my mother-in-law was getting a shiny new hip last month, so she would be spending some time recovering.  One of her daughters bought her a Kindle so she could read during her downtime, but I noticed it didn’t have a good storage spot of its own when she wasn’t using it.  She has a rocking chair where she sits to read and relax, so I decided to make an organizer to hang on the arm".... Read more

Tutorial Exchange Opportunity

Free Digital Stamps in Exchange for Tutorial

Handmade Harbour is offering 5 digital stamps to up to five tutorial makers.  The tutorials will  be promoted by Handmade Harbour, as well as posted here on Totally Tutorials.

Digital stamps are an alternative to traditional rubber stamps for paper crafters, and can be used in many different ways. All stamps are original designs by Wendy Massey from Handmade Harbour.

To apply for the exchange go the Handmade Harbour Blog.  Up to five people will be chosen to be the tutorial makers.  The winners get to choose five stamps they would like to work with. To find out all the details, click here, but hurry, you only have Tuesday, July 9 to apply. 

Tutorial - How to Make Photo Tile Coasters

Backed with felt, and decorated with favorite photos, these coasters would make a nice gift for a family member, friend, teacher, or co-worker

Tile Coaster Tutorial at VMG206 Blog

"Today I'm sharing another fun, inexpensive, Quick and Easy gift idea ~ Tile Photo Coasters.  These are a WOW".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Improv Herringbone Quilt

Modern twist on a braided quilt

Quilt Tutorial at 13 Spools Blog

"You asked, and here it is! A tutorial for my improv herringbone block. Supplies you'll need: a pile of colored scraps, 5(ish) strips of white, 3/4" x WOF (width of fabric = approx 42"), cutting supplies: rotary cutter, cutting mat, ruler".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Upcycled Wire Bracelet

Use leftover wire from electronic cording

Wire Bracelet Tutorial at The Chilly Dog Blog

"A few weeks ago my husband needed a usb cable. Lucky for him, I am a pack rat about some things and have a giant bag filled with miscellaneous cables and cords. We found a cable that would work for him along with a bunch of cables for things we no longer need and for electronics we no longer own. Among these obsolete treasures were a number of ethernet and telephone cords. We haven't had a land line phone for years and all of our computers and electronic devices connect to our network wirelessly. So, it would make sense that these cords are just junk and can be thrown away.  Or... Maybe there's a project here. Each of these cables are filled with brightly colored copper wires that would be wonderful for crafting. I'm sure they could be used for loads of different projects. I decided to make some festive braided bracelets".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Fabric and Polymer Pebbles Jewelry

Includes instructions for polymer buttons

Pebbles Jewelry Tutorial at Handmade Harbour Blog

"OK, I hold my hands up -  these are not real pebbles.  They're made from polymer clay (Fimo or similar) and if you'd like to make some pebble buttons for this project, it's really easy - the instructions are here.  You could make the pendant and brooch multi-colour to match pretty much everything or just in colours you wear a lot of.  Whatever you decide, this is something that can be made mostly from tiny scraps".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Stencil with Photocopy Paper Wrapper

Reuse a wrapper that is readily available worldwide

Stencil Tutorial at Off Square Blog

"There are oodles of tutorials online about how to stencil fabric with freezer paper.  They all look fabulous and give you an easy way to personalise tshirts, baby onesies, bags … the list is endless. Alas, there have been many frustrating hours spent hunting for freezer paper in New Zealand, only to find it both rare and ridiculously expensive.  Would you believe that what sells for $4 in the US has sold for as much as $24 here?!  That makes me feel ill. But, despair no more, my loyal Offsquare friends (I know you’ve all been kept awake each night wondering how you’ll ever do a freezer paper stencil without paying for airfares to the US first … or is that just me?), I have the answer you’ve all been looking for.  Plus, it’s thrifty AND upcycled".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Melted Crayon Art

Fun abstract art with crayons

Crayon Art Tutorial at Grow Creative Blog

"Here's a little tutorial for ya, so you can go make your own Melted Crayon Abstract Art with your kids, your spouse, your friends...... whoever!  Materials:  Paper, Masking Tape, Crayons,
Hair Dryer,    Step 1:  Lay out some paper (I used 90 lb drawing paper because it's a little more durable, but regular computer paper will work too) and tape it down to a table or board. This will make a nice border and keep the paper in place for the next steps".... Read more