Tutorial - How to Make an Owl Stuffie

Isn't he just so adorable?

Owlie Tutorial at Mel's Own Place
"This darling little feathered buddy is easy to make! Create a flock and share them with your friends!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Paper Easter Basket with Template

Adorable! Two gifts in one!

Paper Easter Basket Tutorial at My {Creative} Place
"I decided that making the "Easter Egg" cookies (from the previous post) as an Easter gift from the kids to the grandparents might be a good idea, so I set about designing a basket to present the cookies in. This is what I came up with..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Argyle Applique T-Shirt

Oh my gosh! What a fun way to spiff up a t-shirt!

Argyle Applique T-Shirt Tutorial at A Hoot And A Holler
"This makes me miss the 80s. Don't worry, I don't plan on losing my socks and flipping my collar just yet. It sure was fun though!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Miniature Dining Set

So creative!

Table for Two - Joy of Jumbled Junk Tutorial at Craftlicious
"It all started with leftover spoons from my daughter's birthday party and old rusty soap pump holder,which I discovered in my junk box.
I would like to the share procedure to make this cute little table, it’s a quick and easy project I made this set with whatever junk i had and finished within 2 hours..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Makeover a Light Fixture with a Paper Lantern

Much better, huh? Terrific!


Makeover a Janky Light Fixture Tutorial at Shrimp Salad Circus
"So apparently decorating my apartment is my newest obsession. I am disgustingly thrilled to just sit around and shuffle furniture, paint everything that isn't a permanent fixture, and vinyl-decal every smooth surface in sight. My newest project over the weekend was to redo my ugly ceiling light, and you can do it too - for under ten bucks!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Felt Cinnamon Rolls

So fun!


Felt Cinnamon Roll Tutorial at Smashed Peas and Carrots
"OK, as promised here is the tutorial for the cinnamon roll! I hope you have fun making a few and having some pretend play with your littles. I love pretend breakfast play...super yum!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Felt Easter Egg and Bunny Cookies

Adorable!

Felt Easter Cookies Tutorial at The Moody Fashionista
"Say hello to my little friends!In my continued quest to make a fabulous Easter basket, I came up with these little felt Easter “cookies”. They’re sure to be a fun addition to our ever growing felt food collection..." Read more

Exchange Program Tutorial - Spring Felt Bird Easter Tree Decorations or Bunting

Here's another fabulous tutorial created as part of my Exchange Program. ArtMind made these adorable felt birds using a leather punch tool from EviesToolEmporium.

Spring Felt Bird Tutorial on PoppyTalk
"In Belgium, lots of people make an Easter tree as decoration. All bare branches are dressed up with decorative eggs and ribbons. I'm not a fan of all the traditional stuff so I made something different to brighten up the branches: a bunch of colorful birdies..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Beaded Vilene Brooch

I confess - I had to google Pelmet Vilene. Interesting! Sounds like it would be very fun to play with!

Brooches are Back! Tutorial at Woolly Wotnots
"These are Vilene based,cut into any shape you wish, painted in your chosen shades and brightly beaded. With some careful preparation you could make several of these simple brooches in an afternoon, in time for Easter..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Passenger Seat Car Organizer

So practical. Bonus - it's beautiful too!

Passenger Seat Car Organizer Tutorial at Shivaya Naturals
"After a load of frustration last week with making sure that for each day's appointments, each meeting or visit, we had everything that we needed, and for all of the letters that needed to be mailed, the coupons that were collected, and the registration forms that were supposed to be dropped off, I looked like a walking disaster of chaos.
I decided to try and make a quick project that would allow me to use the passenger seat of my car to store papers, etc. for each day's appointments and work..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Ruffled Messenger Bag

The details on this bag are fabulous!

Ruffled Messenger Bag Tutorial at Between the Lines
"This bag sort of happened. The only requirements were it had to be a messenger bag and the strap needed to be adjustable. And it definitely needed frills of some sort as little H. is a girly girl. Hence, the ruffles. All I used was my imagination and some scissors. I didn't even bother to take out a ruler or measurement tape (well, I did - afterwards, in order to write the how-to). The rounded flap and matching strap "happened" as I went..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fabric Easter Basket with Applique

The Easter basket updated! So sweet!


Fabric Easter Basket with Applique Tutorial at Pickup Some Creativity
"I am so excited to share this tutorial with you. My two younger kids needed Easter baskets. I wanted something that would be easy to store, with a little personality. I started with some sketches on our trip to Arizona, and finally had time yesterday to put together the pattern. They are simple to make, and include fun details like piping or ruffles, and are fully lined..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Family Memory Game

Now this is an ambitious project! Well worth every second, I'm sure!

Family Memory Game Tutorial at Smart-Bottom Enterprises
"A few weeks before last Christmas I decided that I absolutely NEEDED to make Family Memory Games for my kids AND the kids in our extended family.
You know how when you are just going along, minding your own business, and all of a sudden an idea hits you and you HAVE to do it? And there's just no getting around it?
That's what happened..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Hexagon Needle Case

The unique shape is so cute and perfect for sewing on the go!

Tiny Needle Case Tutorial at Mel's Own Place
"I wanted a needle case that was small so it could fit into my hexagon storage thingy. Since Robyn has got me hexing - no, that's not texting inappropriate messages - I thought I'd go with that shape for this project..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Fabric Slides for Adjustable Purse Straps

Stinkin' ingenious! The way these straps work remind me of those adjustable bracelets that tie. You know? Love it!

Fabric Slides Adjustable Strap Tutorial at Sew Loquacious
"Sure you can buy adjustable strap hardware at any craft store, but why spend the money when you can make slides out of coordinating or contrasting fabric?..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Easter Egg Tree

Cute! If you have kids, then you *need* an Easter Egg tree!


Cutest Little Easter Tree Tutorial at The Frugal Designer
"I made this Easter Egg Tree using only items from my local dollar store, so all totaled we are talking about no more than $5, assuming you already have white craft paint or primer and glue..." Read more

Exchange Program - Free Mosaic Coaster Kits from ArtfulMosaicSupplies

Edit: This exchange is now closed. You can see the tutorials (when they come in) here.

So what can YOU do with this Stained Glass Mosaic Coaster Kit?

ArtfulMosaicSupplies is participating in my "Exchange Program - Free Supplies for Tutorials". She's offering to send a Mosaic Coaster Kit to four artists who will then use it to create a project and tutorial.

Read the guidelines linked to above, then go to her blog to get all of the specifics. She'll be accepting applications until April 4, 2010.

Keep watching Totally Tutorials for the tutorials made using ArtfulMosaicSupplies' kits. Can't wait to see them!

Tutorial - How to Make a Toy Gun Holster

Wow! Incredible! Any little boy's imagination will soar when he straps this on!

Cap Gun Holster Tutorial at Sew a Straight Line
"This past Halloween, my three year old wanted to be a cowboy. He had a predetermined idea of what all he would need to pull off his alter ego. A holster, or "cowboy pockets" as he described them, topped his list of must-haves. I couldn't bring myself to buy him one of those cheap plastic sets..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Refashion a Tea Box into a Jewelry Box

Really cute! Upcycling those boxes that we all end up with is a great idea!

A Home Refashion Tutorial at Mamma Tortilla
"I once was just an ordinary wooden box that held tea...........Now I am a beautiful jewelry box for a special little girl..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Bamboo Handle Purse / Scripture Bag

Beautiful! I love to see different bag making techniques.

Bamboo Handle Purse Tutorial at Diamonds Fur and Laundry
"I made this fun Scripture bag for Maddie's birthday tomorrow. We bought her new scriptures so I thought she needed a fun bag to put them to take to church on Sundays..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Crochet a Rag Rug

I love the traditional look of rag rugs. If you can do a single crochet, you can make this rug. Easy!

Crochet Rag Rug Tutorial at SugarBee Craft Edition
"I think I've already mentioned that I LOVE watching the Olympics - every sport is so fascinating. I normally don't watch so much TV, so I feel like I need to do something while I'm watching. It had to be something I could sit and hold, that required minimal thought. This Rag Rug was perfect - I made it while watching last week. In fact, last summer Olympics I did the same project, just different material..." Read more

Exchange Program Tutorial - How to Make a Bubbly Fish Lantern

Here's another fabulous tutorial created as part of my Exchange Program. Shrimpsaladcircus made this fun lantern using fish beads from sbsupply.

Bubbly Fish Lantern Tutorial at Shrimp Salad Circus
"I pondered for awhile over what to do with them and then looked up at this sad little paper lantern that's been hanging naked and lonely over my kitchen island for awhile now. Inspiration struck, so here's a great little ocean lantern that would be perfect for a child's room or a nursery!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Custom Paper or Fabric Pin Heads

So fun!

Custom Pin Heads Tutorial at Mel's Own Place
"I've seen darling pinheads made from clay, but I don't know how to manipulate clay. I do, however, know a thing or two about fabric and paper!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Doll Hair Clips

Darling little dolls for your darling little girl!

Dolly Hair Pretties Tutorial at From An Igloo
"Last Christmas one of their aunties gifted the girls the absolute cutest hair pretties I had ever seen. I threatened the girls short of their lives not to lose them. I guess they like being alive because in something short of a miracle they didn't lose them, and a year later they are still hanging around. Problem is, these hair pretties (which look like little dolls) now look like they lead questionable lifestyles and I can't have dollies like that in my girlie's hair! So before throwing them out, I did what any normal person would do. I took them apart, and then made some new ones. Here is what you need to do to make them too!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Easter Lettered Ribbon Door Hanging

Cute! Time to prep the house for Easter!

Lettered Ribbon Door Hanging Tutorial at
Smashed Peas and Carrots
"An Easter door hanging for my front door! I just felt like making something Spring-y since we were having such nice weather, 'were' being the operative word :) Aaah, how warmer weather just puts you in a happy place! I was totally in the mood for some pastel colors and thought pink and green were the way to go...what do you think?..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Bead & Button Bracelet

Really pretty and I love it when we can use supplies we already have!

Tutorial at Obstinate Pursuit
"Last week, I briefly introduced the concept of Waste Not Wednesdays. Each week I'll be trying to make something beautiful or useful (both if I'm lucky) from my car-boot hauls, hand-me downs and from the leftovers of previous crafty projects. Just think of me as a modern day Womble..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Wine Glass Charms

The bead is made from paper and wool!

Wine Glass Charms Tutorial at Woolly Wotnots
"Make a fun charm to identify your wine glass..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Multi-Strand Necklace

Multiple chain necklaces mixed in with some beading seem to be all the rage these days. Love this one!

Crystal Chain Necklace Tutorial at Kosmic Chai Crafts
"I have a habit of venturing into things unknown and I constantly have newer whims..this time it was hand-made jewelery! I had never tried to make any jewelery earlier, though I bought a mountain load of them...so when I did try, I came up with this charming necklace..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Decorated Gift Box Art

Love all of the coordinating black and white fabric choices!

Gift Box Canvas' Tutorial at Sumo's Sweet Stuff
"I've seen a few different gift box decorating ideas, and I decided that this would be a cheap, easy way to add a little decor to our bedroom. We have a small townhouse, and often, our bedroom ends up as the dumping grounds for things because I'd rather have my living room look nicer because that's where people are when they come over! I figured that covering some gift boxes in some fabric would give them a nicer, more finished look, and could pass for some nice decorations in our bedroom..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fold-Up Photo Studio

Another great idea to achieve those all elusive perfect photos!

10 Dollar 10 Minute Fold-Up Photo Studio Tutorial at Shrimp Salad Circus
"If you have an Etsy shop, or even if you just like to play around with your camera, you need to try this. My apartment is tiny tiny, so I don't have room to keep a light box around all the time. I've improvised and made one that folds completely flat, and it only cost me ten bucks!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Glazed Fabric Button Ring

Big ol' rings are so popular right now. Love these!

Glazed Fabric Button Ring Tutorial at Smashed Peas and Carrots
"Alright folks, here is a super fun and mind you extremely easy piece of jewelry to make if you are a little scared of making jewelry like I am. A fabric button ring that can be customized with your favorite fabric scraps to match that perfect outfit or loved one! The best part is that it has a thick coat of glaze on the top so the fabric won't get all wet and wonky after you wash your hands all those times during your hardworking day..it's protected fabric, how great is that!?!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Beaded Watchband

How fun is this?

Beaded Watchband Tutorial at Beckys Craft Closet
"Before starting you need to decide on the length, If you have a watchband measure it. If not measure a bracelet that fits nicely and subtract the length of the watch..." Read more

Recipe - How to Make Egg Foo Young with Ginger Sauce

I've never had Egg Foo Young. I love eggs, so this looks quite delicious to me!

Egg Foo Young with Ginger Sauce Recipe at Sea Willow Herbs
"My BF and I are trying to do more cooking. Here is a recipe that we made last week. I don't know how close this is to real egg foo young because I have never had it but this recipe does make a real tasty egg patty thing..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Make a Waterlily Origami Brooch

Very pretty! Varnishing for durability is a great idea. The possibilities are endless!

Origami jewelry - Make a Waterlily Brooch Tutorial at Abigail's Crafts How-to
"Origami is a cheap and rewarding craft – all you need is your hands and a piece of paper. But did you know that with a few extra materials, you can turn your origami into unusual and surprisingly robust jewellery?..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Glass Gems Earrings

Lovely! Imagine all of the different images that you could use!

Glass Gems ModPodged Earrings Tutorial at Kosmic Chai Crafts
"The simple yet elegant beauty of glass gems is felt by all. I had seen several projects with glass gems and they all rocked. I've used these glass gems in some projects myself, so I thought, why not make jewellery with it, too? So I made up these pretty earrings! Won't they just jazz up a simple skirt or a plain dress?..." Read more

Tutorial - How To Make a Gazing Ball out of a Bowling Ball

So pretty!

Gazing Ball Tutorial at My Repurposed Life
"I have made several of these beautiful gazing balls. They are one of my favorite garden ornaments. They are very shiny, very pretty, and the best part . . . unbreakable!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Handmade Fabric Labels

So unique and easy. The gingham and button make them so cute!

Handmade Fabric Label Tutorial at Chez Vies
"I have been wanted to have my label made but I could not find any shop here in my town. I tried once using interface fabric and print it out but I guess it won't last..." Read more

Exchange Program Tutorial - How to Make a Crinkly Tag Baby Blanket

Here's another fabulous tutorial created as part of my Exchange Program. Funkyjoy made this wonderful baby blanket using fabric from RubyJane.

Crinkly Tag Baby Blanket Tutorial at Fireflies and Jellybeans
"I had a baby shower the past weekend and need a gift fast. I had seen the tag blankets but I wanted to add something to it... something sensory. So I came up with the idea to make the crinkle tag blanket. There is a plastic wrapper on the inside of the blanket to give it a little crinkle-crinkle while the baby plays with it..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Child's Fishing Game

I remember the fishing game I made for my boys - construction paper, paper clips and magnets - nothing like this adorable tutorial!

Funky Fishing Tutorial at The Crazy Gecko
"I decided to make her a magnetic fishing kit and a queit book to keep her busy in the back of the car and I'm glad to say ... IT WORKED!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Recycled Jeans Pocket Stuffed Animals

What adorable critters! I'll bet that the kids would love to help make them!

Recycled Jeans Pocket Pets Tutorial at Art of Green Recycling
"Create pocket pets from jean legs, upholstery samples, bit of felt and recycled stuffing. Your choice on finishing edges, raw and fringy or turned and satin stitched. The bottom pocket is a convenient place to tuck a book, journal or some other treasure..." Read more

Exchange Program Tutorial - How to Make a Crinkly Fabric Baby Book

Here's another fabulous tutorial created as part of my Exchange Program. Anne W. made this too cute baby book using fabric from RubyJane.

Retro Baby Quilt Tutorial at Craft Gossip
"It was not hard at all to be inspired by the vintage baby prints!! The images and colors reminded me of baby items from my childhood, and so I thought about some classic baby toys. First up is this fabric book for baby with crinkly pages..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Framed Sand Paper Art

Sand Paper, not sandpaper. A unique idea!

Remember That Special Beach Tutorial at q-bella
"How many of us have a special memory that involves a beautiful beach. Maybe you took your honeymoon, a special anniversary, birthday, or family reunion at an amazing location. When you packed your bags and got ready to come home did you grab a little bag of sand? Well, I know I have, so if your anything like me then go grab that bag of sand out of the drawer and display it on the wall by making your own framed sand paper..." Read more

Exchange Program Tutorial - How to Make a Retro Baby Quilt

Here's another fabulous tutorial created as part of my Exchange Program. Craftytammie made this adorable retro baby quilt using fabric from RubyJane.

Retro Baby Quilt Tutorial at craftytammie
"i've been on a baby blanket making mission lately, so i schemed out a quilt top layout. you could make the entire quilt with fabrics from the rockabye line, or there are so many colors in these prints you could use something from your stash for sure. i am adding in some dots, because i ♥ polka dots. there is a coordinating dot fabric in the line..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Easter Egg Decoration

Cute and so clever! How about some smaller ones for place settings or table decorations?

Easter Egg Wreath Tutorial at Stout-Made Crafts
"My husband was so excited about the way our last wreath turned out, that he decided to make an Easter Egg shaped one. We did this one a little differently though..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an "All About You" Book

This is such a fabulous idea! Most kids don't need another toy. This is so much more special anyway!

Birthday Presents Tutorial at StudioJewel
"My youngest was invited to her BFF's party and we wanted to do something different. So we made her friend an ALL ABOUT YOU book. Truly...it was AWESOME, and extremely appreciated..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Felt Flower and Heart Headband

Awwww. Cute! She shows us not only how to make the flower headband, but a heart headband also.

Felt Flower & Heart Headband Tutorial at Treasures for Tots
"So tonight I used one of Serenity's headbands, a few small pieces of felt I already had, and less than 15 minutes later I had a very pretty new flower headband for Serenity - and it didn't cost me a single penny!..." Read more

Recipe - How to Make Sushi

It would be fun to get the whole family involved in this one.!

Make Your Own Sushi! Recipe at Shrimp Salad Circus
"Alright - so welcome to one of my fave things I've ever made - sushi! It's not a quick process, and it can be intimidating, so I think a lot of people are wary to try it themselves. Fear not, dear Shrimps - it's a ton of fun, and you can have the biggest sushi dinner you've ever seen for only a few bucks..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Corner Bench from a Headboard

I love to see furniture repurposed into something else! This piece is gorgeous!

Corner Bench from a Headboard Tutorial at My Repurposed Life
"We place it on the table saw to cut it. To get the proper size you cut it in half minus the thickness..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Table from Cardboard

A Periodic Table table. How fun!

Periodic Table - Cardboard Furniture Tutorial at Abigails Crafts How-to
"Ever wanted to make your own furniture, but don’t have tools, space, or woodworking skills? Well it is possible to make sturdy, usable, unique furnishings yourself, out of something most people have lying around at home – the humble corrugated cardboard box. Flimsy though it may seem, cardboard furniture can be very strong. Today I’m going to show you how to make a cardboard table – to indulge my geeky streak, it’s a periodic table!..." Read more - Part 1, Part 2

Tutorial - How to Make a Stenciled St. Patrick's Day T-Shirt

Cute for any occasion!

"Born Lucky" St. Patrick's Day T-shirt Tutorial at Overdramatic Party Girl
"Here at Overdramatic Party Girl, we want to celebrate *all* holidays, so I thought that I'd make my oldest (now 3 & 1/2) a shirt to celebrate our Irish heritage... but I have to admit - I hate holiday shirts. I mean, a shirt related to the holiday is good, but I'm not a fan of literal holiday shirts - "Kiss me I'm Irish," "Happy Valentine's Day" - that kind of thing. I just want more wear out a shirt than just a day or two around the actual holiday. Hence, the "born lucky" shirt was conceived... and born, I guess you could say..." Read more