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

Tutorial - Free Happy Easter Printable

Use on gift cups that can be used again and again

Tutorial at Nina Makes Blog

"Easter is at the end of March this year…yes that’s pretty soon!  I didn’t want it to jump up and surprise me.  There is nothing worse than leaving it to the last minute and having to rush out and buy the (usually horrible or hugely expensive) left over eggs at the store.  So I decided to get organized! My Sister-in-law has four kids, and I like to get them similar but not exactly the same presents so no-one feels hard done by.  I also like to keep Easter presents pretty small and inexpensive with seven nieces and nephews and not to mention my two, it can easily get out of hand".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Collapsible Play Tent

When the kids aren’t playing, just take the frame apart and roll it up

Tutorial at A Crafty Mix Blog

"All kids love a magical place where they can play and let their imaginations run wild. We made a simple A-frame tent using electrical conduit and brightly colored bandannas. What you need: 16 bandannas (if you can’t find any bandannas you can use a sheet or tarpaulin at least 2 m long and 1.06 m wide or  2 1/4 yards long and 41 3/4″ wide), electrical conduit fittings".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Bunny Treat Topper

These would be a cute addition to an Easter Basket

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"This Peeking Bunny Treat Topper idea has been hopping around in my mind for a while. He's just a silly little guy that would be a cute addition to an Easter Basket. I also think it would be a fun surprise if a child opens the fridge for breakfast and finds a carton of chocolate milk and a smile. These bunnies would work for any "milk carton" type packaging, I also saw bubble gum, Reese's Pieces and malt balls in the Easter section".... Read more

Tutorial - Recycled Bag Handles for a Picnic Caddy

Add a few sparkly bits and an old wire basket

Tutorial at A Crafty Mix Blog

"I’m not really a handbag kinda girl. Well that’s not strictly true, I’ll buy a handbag and use it until it falls apart and then reluctantly buy another one.  Hey I get attached to my handbags, my life’s in there. Just recently my trusty “el cheapo” big, black bag started coming apart at the seams – probably because I had the kitchen sink in there, but that’s a story for another day".... Read more

Tutorial - Make Clover Eggs for St. Patrick's Day

A fun treat for March 17th

Tutorial at Happier Than a Pig in Mud

"These Clover Deviled Eggs would be a fun addition to your St. Patrick's Day celebration! Just mix up your favorite deviled egg recipe and add a little green food dye gel, I used 1.5 drops of Americolor Forest Green for six eggs. Icing tips make them look fancy but these eggs honestly come together in no time".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Infinity Nursing Scarf

Wear looped twice as an infinity scarf, unloop and drape to cover while nursing

Tutorial at Mary Martha Mama Blog

"If you want to make a baby shower gift for an expecting friend then I totally recommend this one.  I recently made one for an expectant mama.  She had this one on her registry but I thought she could use a second one since babies pretty much get drool spit up, etc on everything and back-ups are always nice. So here’s what you need".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Placemats from CDs

Use clear packing tape to wrap the pieces

Tutorial at Upcycled Design Lab Blog

"I wish I had thought of this project before the Holiday's. It turned out so sparkly and shiny that it makes me think of New Years Eve. It did take some time to cut all the CD's so I have only completed one placemat so far. The good news is I have roughly ten months to make a few more, so hopefully I wont have to throw a dinner party for one. I started with one of the hubby's old work shirts. To make the base".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Bag from Cargo Pants

Upcycle pants by making them into drawstring bags

Tutorial at Charm of Carolina Blog

"If you have pants in your closet that you’re no longer wearing, this is a fun (and easy) way to upcycle them.  When I was hunting a pair of pants to turn into a drawstring bag for my son, I was originally looking through old jeans.  I did attempt this project with jeans, but wasn’t quite happy with the outcome because the jeans were so thick the bag didn’t draw up and close very well.  So, I dug around some more and found this pair of capris that already had zippered pockets on the outside and drawstrings at the bottom.  I was excited to find I could actually create three different bags from this one pair of capris".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Paper Roll Bunnies

Don’t forget to add a pom pom at the back

Tutorial at Non Toy Gifts Blog

"If you’re looking for an easy and cheap Easter craft for kids I give you the paper roll bunny. Ours are made out of paper towel roll but you can also use toilet paper rolls. You will also need googly eyes, felt, glue, pom poms and a black sharpie. This craft leaves room for creativity and you can use paint, scrapbook paper or fabric to customize your bunny".... Read more