DIY Tutorials and Patterns – Page 476

Tutes: DIY stocking stuffers

December 7, 2011 by Denise Felton

Laura of Bugs and Fishes shares a rundown of her free tutorials for little projects that would make perfect stocking stuffers. Check it out.

Clever: Juice cans and hoops

December 7, 2011 by Denise Felton

What does a juice can have to do with this pretty little winter hoop? Corinne of so september shares a great tip. Go to her blog post.

We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...

DIY Flower Jewelry {Weddings}

December 7, 2011 by Kimberly Jones

Pretty little floral bracelets and necklaces make a sweet gift for your wedding party or the mother of the bride or groom! Stacey of Floral Occasions shares all the instructions for making your own at The Wedding Chicks.

“Glittered” Sufganiyot Favors

December 7, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

Find the recipes and packaging how-tos to make these festive, sparkly blue jelly doughnuts and turn them in to party favors for Hanukkah HERE at Martha Stewart.

Monster Garage Gingerbread House

December 7, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

Wait. IKEA carries a gingerbread house kit? Sigh. I don’t care if our house looks like we’re still in college, I love IKEA. Anyway… Check out the monster garage gingerbread house HERE at Cute Food for Kids.

Tutorial: Cathedral Flora block

December 6, 2011 by Scarlett Burroughs

Christina from A Few Scraps used the Cathedral Window technique on this Flora quilt block. It’s lovely. You can make one too, she shows you how with step-by-step instructions. Go to her post.

Image credit: A Few Scraps

Tutorial: Peace and Joy

December 6, 2011 by Elaine Robitaille

Absolutely insanely adorable! This tutorial from Sculpey for the little snow couple is one I’ve actually got half done on my work table (causing me to neglect several other projects, mind you) and I will post a pic on the … Read More...

DIY Pearl Collar Necklace

December 6, 2011 by Kimberly Jones

I discovered the tutorial for this pretty pearl necklace at Style Hive via Prima Donna Bride. The necklace makes a statement, but looks surprisingly simple to make. For all the instructions visit this link.

Monster Sandwiches

December 6, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

Aaaagh! When sandwiches attack. Find the how-tos to make Monster Sandwiches HERE at My Own Road.

Newsy: Handmade with Love contest

December 6, 2011 by Scarlett Burroughs

Wow, to have so much crafty know-how in one place is what I call heaven. I’m talking about the holiday tutorial contest Handmade with Love hosted by Kathy from Pink Chalk Studio. In progress since mid November, bloggers can … Read More...

Tutorial: Naughty or Nice reversible throw pillow

December 6, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional guest blogs in the Haul Out The Holly series at Gwenny Penny with a tutorial showing how to make her Naughty or Nice pillow. Flip between the “naughty” or “nice” sides to indicate whether … Read More...

Thrift Store Find Yields Treasure

December 6, 2011 by Connie Barwick

Thrift stores often yield fun finds especially for stitchers whether it be a great book or a bag of floss.

Technique: One Layer Card

December 6, 2011 by Heather Holbrook

The holidays are probably the time when most of us stampers send out the majority of our hand-made cards. If you’re like me it can be difficult to make a card that isn’t thick with lots of layers and embellishments … Read More...

DIY Wedding Cake Alternative

December 6, 2011 by Kimberly Jones

If you want something besides the usual wedding cake, why not try doughnuts? Adore by Chloe shows how to create a modern doughnut dessert table that’s sure to wow your guests! Click here for all the details and sweet inspiration.

Tutorial: Make a curtain swag to dress up a window

December 6, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to make a curtain swag to dress up a window. She got the fabric to make hers from the skirts of two formal dresses. The dressy fabric is sooo perfect for her daughter’s … Read More...