Tutorial - How to Make an E-Reader Case

Freebie tutorial plus plattern for a E-Reader-Case

Tutorial at Sew Simple Blog

"The perfect gift for frequent readers ...If you would rather just leave to complete the flap of your case, let the "frills" just go away.   For Flossie you need: the free pattern - please click 100% print and assemble, fabric for indoor and outdoor".... Read more

Tutorial - Make a Quick Fabric Valentine Card

Choose a pretty fabric from your scrap stash

Tutorial at The Art Bug Blog

"Make this Lovely Fabric Heart Card, this DIY is really simple and fun to make!....Fold your fabric and cut a heart with pinking shears, you can choose the size according to the size of card you want to make. If you wish you can cut a template on a scrap paper first".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Decorative Table Weights

(for those looking forward to Summer, or who live in the Southern Hemisphere)

Tutorial at A Crafty Mix Blog

"It drives me insane when a sneaky gust of wind messes up a table we’ve spent hours decorating. Instead of relying on plates and cutlery to keep the cloth in place you can make your own inexpensive tablecloth clips that fits your unique decor and are keeps the tablecloth from becoming a parachute".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Knit a Potholder

Cute potholders with a retro, vintage look

Tutorial at The Chilly Dog Blog

" I have to thank my wonderful mother-in-law for providing the inspiration for this project! She recently sent me one of her favorite, handmade potholders. Hers was crocheted, likely by some lovely friend or family member. The pretty stripes and simple design inspired me to create my own knit version. Don't blink, because the stitch pattern for this one is an easy linen stitch worked in the round".... Read more

Tutorial - Make a Faux Fur Pom Pom Bag Charm

Put together a trendy decoration in just a few minutes

Tutorial at Happy Girly Crafty Blog

"Today I'm really happy to share something I've wanted to make for too long! A faux fur bag charm like those giant ones everyone seems to have their bags these days! I'm sure you've seen them before! I could just go out and buy one but what's the fun in that? (Also I'm pretty sure it would cost me more".... Read more

Tutorial - Peacock Feathers Design Mosaic Wall Art

Make one-of-a-kind wall art with colored glass or rhinestones

Tutorial at Creative Khadija Blog

"As there are 4 walls of my craftroom and right now 3 walls have been designed by Me (actually It’s hard for me to stop my hands, haha)I have painted one wall with spring inspired wall art paint, The opposite to that wall is decorated with a heart shaped instagram polaroid prints. Now this peacock feather inspired wall is next to that polaroids decorated wall. I did this unique wall art design almost 4 months back, I am lazy and I know it. Hehe! (Not Really, Just Kidding) Reason behind sharing this tutorial too late is scheduling mistake".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Dress Up a Welcome Mat

A fresh way to add color and cuteness to a cheap black rubber mat
 
Tutorial at Hands On Workshop Blog

"A front door mat is called a “Welcome mat” for a reason. It’s one of the first things people see when arriving at your door.  If you need something serviceable but inviting, here’s a fresh way to add colour and cuteness to a cheap black rubber mat. It’s a way to say “Welcome”, without the words.  The flowers and leaves woven into this mat are made from old kids’ singlets. You can use any type of jersey cotton but stretch cotton material is necessary to weave around the holes easily. We used singlets for the flowers and an old T-shirt for the green leaves (because we had no green singlets). The rubber mat with circular holes came from Bunnings* for less than $10".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Mosaic Doorstop

Like building a puzzle, except you get to choose what pieces to use

Tutorial at A Crafty Mix Blog

"I love doing mosaics, it’s like building a puzzle but you get to decide what pieces you want to use. This little doorstop is a perfect beginner project if you’d like to learn how to mosaic and it doesn’t cost a lot either. Start by doing a little mock up of what you’d like your doorstop to look like. I drew a heart and then added the little birds. Basic shapes are always easier when you make your first mosaic. Don’t make the shape to small otherwise you’ll just end up frustrated and there’ll be glue all over the place".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make 3 Quick Party Snacks

These three dishes require little effort and look fun and interesting when placed together

Tutorial at AKI 1 a.m. Blog

"I love quick recipes and easy to cook, bake and make food items. Today I am sharing three quick party snacks perfect for both brunch and drink parties. These are easy to whip up and takes less than 30 minutes each. You can work with the quantities and flavors based on your guest list. Lets get started".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a No-Sew Fabric Ottoman

Uses recycled plastic bottles, fabric, staple gun and fabric glue

Tutorial at A Crafty Mix Blog

"My son asked us to get him a Pouffe to rest his feet on when he’s relaxing in his hammock.  Now these things come in all shapes and sizes, but none of them were quite the right height or colour, so we ended up making one. It turned out to be really, really easy, and we recycled some plastic bottles at the same time. What you need to make a no-sew denim pouffe: 7 plastic bottles, we used 2.5 liter plastic coke bottles, 1.5 m x 1 m stretch denim fabric, 2 wooden circles".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Paper Bells with Newspaper

Paint bells with colors of your choice and hang

Tutorial at The Sunshine Corner Blog

"What I am sharing today is not something new, many people have done it before. Here is the tutorial on paper bells. Don't go by the number of steps, they are simple to do.  Firstly begin with making sticks/reeds from the newspaper. This is bit tough for beginners and you may get sticks of varying sizes initially. But practice makes man perfect. I learnt finally to make uniform and thin reeds. My learning tip here would be don't stop in between. Finish doing your reeds all at once. Make 4 vertical strips out of one sheet of news paper. Begin rolling at one corner of the paper".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Sweatband and Hat Reducer

Terry toweling sweatband that also doubles as a hat reducer

Tutorial at Threading My Way Blog

"It's not often I get a request from Mr TMW, asking me to do some sewing for him. Recently he asked me to make him a terry towelling sweat band for his gardening hat. He wanted to keep the perspiration out of his eyes, but he also wanted to make the hat a tad tighter so it would sit a little higher on his head.  Although I had lots of terry velour on hand - left over from baby wash cloths - it took a few reminders from Mr TMW to get me started on this project".... Read more

Tutorial - Refashion a Fleece Sweatshirt into a Jacket

Make a cute and stylish cropped jacket from a sweatshirt
 
Tutorial at The Makery Blog

"It’s been all about the cozy around here. Temperatures as we know have been less than balmy and Shedquarters has been a little chilly to say the least. So an extra layer (or two) has been a prerequisite recently. Enter this oatmeal coloured “blah” fleece!  “Blah” because of the shape. But the fleece itself is super soft and has the appearance of felted wool….except way way softer! So I set about chopping it up….and this is what I ended up with".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fabric Storage Basket

To store clothes, toiletries, toys or craft supplies

Tutorial at AKI 1 a.m. Blog

"It is convenient, practical and a need in every organized household- a storage basket. Today’s post is an easy tutorial on making a storage basket , make one for personal use or as a gift. The options to customize are limitless- from shapes, sizes to material choices. Let’s get started".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Zipper Tabs

A great way to finish off zippers on the ends of zippered pouches

Tutorial at Threading My Way Blog

"Today's tutorial will show you how I make my zipper tabs, so the finish on the front is neat and even, with no little bits sticking out.... 2" is the right width for a 1" wide zipper. If your zipper is a different width, adjust accordingly. The length of the zipper tab can be as long or as short as you would like. Alter the 3" dimension if you would like the tab shorter or longer.  NB: Set your iron to NO steam, to prevent burning fingers".... Read more