Tutorial - How to Make a Long Skirt from Men's Jeans

Cool! I really love the bleach pen design!

Long Skirt from Men's Jeans Tutorial at Show Tell Share
"I could not resist. My husband was getting rid of a pair jeans that no longer fit him. I had to turn it into a skirt. And while I was at it, I figured why not use up the rest of the bleach pen and see how it works on jeans..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Blooming Flowers Bib Necklace

So pretty! These flowers would be fabulous to embellish a t shirt too!

Blooming Flowers Bib Necklace Tutorial at The Sisters 4 Say More is More
"In my search for the perfect colorful accessory I came across this T-shirt that I bought from the Dollar Tree,
the color was just right so I started to cut. I took pictures along the way in case it turned out kind of cool.
I'm glad I did because I LOVE IT! So now I can share it with all you pretties!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Cardboard Shelf

Wonderful upcycling project!

Cardboard Shelf Tutorial at A Week From Thursday
"I made this cardboard shelf this afternoon. It took less than two hours and cost next to nothing. Seriously. It’s great.
Learn how to take a simple cardboard box that was almost trash and turn it into a functional shelf for your trinkets. This cardboard shelf measures 5″ deep and 25″ long..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Refashion an Adult Skirt into a Little Girl's Dress

It just amazes me what can be refashioned! Love that gathered top! Adorable!

Refashion an Adult Skirt into a Little Girl's Dress Tutorial at The Quick Unpick
"MATERIALS: One unloved skirt (that is screaming for a refashion),
Length of Ribbon, for contrast (I used about 1.2 meters or 39”),
43cm or 17” of elastic for headband, optional,
and the usual suspects…
scissors, rotary cutter, sewing machine, overlocker & notions..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Embellished T Shirt

What a fabulous, creative challenge with awesome results!

Embellished T Shirt Tutorial at Just Chic
"To give you an insight of our little embellishment project, I'll share the few rules:
-each of the participants has to buy at her turn five identical articles of clothing, keep one for herself and send the other four to the rest of us
-one article cannot cost more than $5
-we can do whatever to the item to embellish it: cut, fit, apply, ruffle, etc as long as at the end we won't transform it into something else. A t-shirt has to remain a t-shirt.
To give you an insight of our little embellishment project, I'll share the few rules:
-each of the participants has to buy at her turn five identical articles of clothing, keep one for herself and send the other four to the rest of us
-one article cannot cost more than $5
-we can do whatever to the item to embellish it: cut, fit, apply, ruffle, etc as long as at the end we won't transform it into something else. A t-shirt has to remain a t-shirt...." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make the Easiest Upcycled Dog Collar Ever

This is the most ridiculously adorable and easy tutorial ever! (I'm in love with that pooch! Doesn't he look handsome?)

Easiest Upcycled Dog Collar Ever Tutorial at Sew DoggyStyle
"I started this project 15 minutes ago and I'm already blogging about it...that's how easy it was!! ..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Party Favor Boxes from Recycled Soda Bottles

Very cool! You cut the bottle so that you have "petals" that fold down to close the box. Love it!

Party Favor Boxes from Recycled Soda Bottles Tutorial at Kids Birthday Party Ideas
"Difficult to believe that these five party favour boxes were once plastic bottles that contained soft drinks.

By recycling plastic bottles in this way, you not only do your bit for Mother Earth, but you also have quite unique favour boxes for your child’s birthday party. Older children can make these boxes too, but please supervise the cutting procedures.

You can use the bottles as is and just decorate with ribbons and a bows, and add small items for further decoration.

You can paint them, decoupage them, cover them with modge-podge or white glue that dries clear and add glitter or simply add a few stickers for decoration purposes.

You can fill them with snacks or anything else that will suit the theme of your child’s birthday party...." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Measuring Tape Hairbow

Super cute!

Measuring Tape Hairbow Tutorial at Margo is Crafty
"So, the other day I was in the local flea market and came across some cloth measuring tape. Zing the idea came to me! Sometimes it happens that fast. What an adorable hair bow this would make. Can I do it? Of course. Here's the finished look;..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Reversible Double Thickness T Shirt Tote Bag

The absolute perfect t shirt bag!

Reversible T Shirt Tote Bag Tutorial at She Wears Flowers
"I was so distracted last week. I came back to this post that I featured HERE again and again. I am so in love with the idea of making tote bags out of T-shirts. But, I wanted really sturdy bags and no raw edges. It spun around in my brain for a few days and then I had one of those magical *a-ha!* moments when it all became clear. I didn’t have 2 t-shirts, though…

I had to stop by Old Navy for some new jeans anyhow so I sifted through the clearance stuff and found a few cheap (so cheap—they were all on clearance and then 40% off of that price!!) t-shirts to work some magic on. I won’t lie, I bought so many of those cheap shirts that I got a funny look when I was paying for everything. I explained what I was doing—kinda embarrassed—and the salesperson was so excited for me. She thought it was a great idea. And then I got even more excited than before!! ..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Refashion an Adult Skirt into Little Girl Twirly Skirt

Absolutely adorable!

Refashion Adult Skirt into Little Girl Twirly Skirt Tutorial at The Quick Unpick
"Although this tutorial is specific to this skirt you could replicate the idea with any pleated skirt of any size – even if you had a skirt that fits but wanted to give it more twirl factor… Most my refashions are applicable not only to the piece I am reworking but can be applied to any similar type clothing item with just a few modifications..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Paper Towel Roll Flowers

Pretty! Can you believe - paper towel rolls!?

Paper Towel Roll Flowers Tutorial at Design by Night
"Puppy puddle? Chips not strong enough to hold the salsa? Drippy pancake batter? I am constantly reaching for paper towels. Inevitably our recycling bin has it’s fair share of craft paper cylinders that make up the core of paper towels and toilet paper rolls.

For years my idea of repurposing the tubes was to use them as an amplifier and howl in them, driving my dogs crazy and earning an eye roll from my husband. However, recently I was struck with an idea. The curve of the cardboard would lend itself well to making paper flowers, hence this tutorial was born..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Rose Scarflet

I love this! The flower technique is awesome!

Rose Scarflet Tutorial at Jewels of Sayuri
"But now faced with an emergency (I need a scarflet desperately) I decided to make one. A re-purposed one.

When a newly bought cami tears, I find it very irritating..The only thing the comes out of it is a dust cloth that you use to clean the showcase glasses once and then you throw it away. But what if it can be made into something else more worthwhile...Playing around with my pink knit cami I came up with this scarlet that is great to be worn when it is not very cold but still chilly. No machine sewing skills required for this project because I dont have a machine ;)..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Paint Swatch Valentine Card Monsters

Is there anything cuter than kids' art?

Paint Swatch Valentine Card Monsters Tutorial at Mommy Meatloaf
"Happy Valentine's Day!! Today we made Valentine's for my son's preschool class, and I have to say, I think they turned out super cute. I wanted bright, fun cards, and I think we accomplished that.

For the card, I gathered up a bunch of paper paint swatches that I had been collecting each time we repaint a room (because of coarse I didn't throw them away when I was done)..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Tissue Box Photo Hearts Tutorial

Very cute!

Tissue Box Photo Hearts Tutorial at Michele Made Me
"Of late, through no decision of my own and just in time for Valentine's Day, I've learned in detail how the heart works...." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Child's Apron from a Pillowcase

Love it!

Child's Apron from a Pillowcase Tutorial at runcibledays
"Recently I found some busily-patterned old pillowcases, and was wondering what to do with them when I realised that the pillow case dimensions might be just right for a child's apron. It worked! I do like a nice upcycle, so here's the new tutorial for an apron from a pillowcase (though of course it would work with non-pillow fabrics as well..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Tote / Grocery Bag out of a Vintage Pillowcase

Very cute! Love the vintage design and the ricrac!
Oh, and watch the video! What a great, easy technique! I've never seen that!

Tote / Grocery Bag out of a Vintage Pillowcase Tutorial at
"Well, here it is! My very first tutorial. After being burrowed away in the house during what feels like the dead of winter (why does spring have to be so far away??) I had the itch to make something spring-like. Since there are no flowers in sight, I was happy to dig this yellow, vintage, flowery pillowcase out of my little craft cabinet. After a few minutes of pondering the possibilities, I decided that I would make a tote bag because the one I carry my library books in can’t keep up with the amount of books that I check out. But, I just may use this as a purse. And I’ll definitely make a few and use them as grocery totes..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Bra Pad Necklace

Now that's thinkin' outside the box!

Bra Pad Necklace Tutorial at Little Treasures
"You are looking at my newest creation - The bra pad necklace a.k.a Steam punk galore. The latter sounds more refined but the essential material is a bit raw.

Many bras usually come with pads which if you don't use, can be fabulously repurposed. The filling inside is already covered and serged so these pads open a whole new field of alternative use..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Valentine Love Bottle

Very sweet!

Valentine Love Bottle Tutorial at oh snap!
"who wouldn't love to get a sweet message in a bottle with lots of goodies inside? last nite the hubs got a soda and the red top inspired me!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Braissiere Wire Necklace

No one will ever know! So fun and unique!

Braissiere Wire Necklace Tutorial at Little Treasures
"Today I've got something I think you are going to like.
For the necklaces I am showing below, I used the wires of a brassiere.
I cannot stand the poking and jabbing of the underwire and I always take the wire as soon as I buy the brassiere. And you guess right. I never get rid of them..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Ruffle Skirt, Heart Ruffle Sweater, and Headband

Three adorable tutorials in this one! Look how cute that little model is!

Ruffle Skirt and Heart Ruffle Sweater Tutorial at Small Fry & Co
"I know, it's February in a couple of days and it's Valentines Day in a couple of weeks so I had to hustle to get this done and posted (for all the last minuters out there-maybe I should change my blog title to "Last Minute Crafter"). If you like this then you will love how easy it is (made from recycled t-shirts and a pair of kids jeans and a sweater I bought from Walmart)..." Read more