Bunk Bed Fort Free Tutorial By Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home

Looking for a cute idea for making a boys fort? Well, Christie of Lemon Squeezy Shop and A Lemon Squeezy Home blog has a wonderful tutorial on her blog showing you how to make bunk bed fort. Enjoy!

Bunk Bed Fort Tutorial

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home blog.

Here's what Christie had to say about her tutorial:   Do your kids have a bunk bed? Do they ever drape a million blankets over the top to make a fort and have a million items trying to hold it up so you are left with a big mess after they build that fort? Do they get really frustrated when their fort keeps falling down or gets pulled down by little siblings? 

Yes, yes, and yes HERE! When you are done making this easy bunk bed fort, you just might get a million hugs and kisses and your kiddos telling you that you’re the best mom in the world. I have sweet kids.

Please respect Christie's TERMS OF USE: Unless stated otherwise, you may use any of the items or tutorials I post for personal use. If you are wanting to sell items made from my tutorials, please ask me for permission!

My *only* request, is that if you make and post anything that I came up with, that you post a link to my blog. If you sell any items on my website that was my idea, then you must post a link giving me credit (after asking permission to sell first).

Just give credit where it is due! Happy crafting!

Copyright © 2009-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Christie of Lemon Squeezy Shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/lemonsqueezyshop. Please visit her A Lemon Squeezy Home blog at http://alemonsqueezyhome.blogspot.com/

Heart Pillow Cover Free Tutorial By Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home

Looking for a romantic pillow for your home decor? If you are, you'll be happy to know that Christie of Lemon Squeezy Shop and A Lemon Squeezy Home blog has a wonderful tutorial on her blog showing you how to make a heart pillow cover.

Heart Pillow Cover

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home blog.

Here's what Christie had to say about her tutorial:  I am sure I combined many, many ideas from online in my head. I see so many cute things on everyone's blogs that my brain seems to be bombarded with thoughts of what I can make. So here is what came outta my head this time!

Please respect Christie's TERMS OF USE: Unless stated otherwise, you may use any of the items or tutorials I post for personal use. If you are wanting to sell items made from my tutorials, please ask me for permission!

My *only* request, is that if you make and post anything that I came up with, that you post a link to my blog. If you sell any items on my website that was my idea, then you must post a link giving me credit (after asking permission to sell first).

Just give credit where it is due! Happy crafting!

Copyright © 2009-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Christie of Lemon Squeezy Shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/lemonsqueezyshop. Please visit her A Lemon Squeezy Home blog at http://alemonsqueezyhome.blogspot.com/

Alien Party, Part 1-3 Free Tutorials From Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home

Looking for a cute theme and cute decorations for a kid's party? Well, Christie of Lemon Squeezy Shop and A Lemon Squeezy Home blog has three wonderful tutorials on her blog showing you how to make alien party invitations, alien decorations and alien softies. Enjoy!

Alien Party, Part Three

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home blog.

Here's what Christie had to say about her tutorial: This is the final post for an Alien themed party. Today I'll show you how I made these aliens. I made them for party favors, and my boys seriously LOVE theirs.

Alien Party, Part Two

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home blog.

Alien Party, Part One

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home blog.

Here's what Christie had to say about her tutorial:  My son D turned 5 last week. He requested an Alien Party! I had a lot of fun planning his party, and I decided I'd share some of the things I did in case it could help anyone else in their party planning. 

This post will show you how to make some Alien Invitations, complete with downloadable templates. Please know that I just free-handed it, so the aliens aren't perfect!

It all started with this little sketch. D said he thought it was cute, so that's what we went with.

Please respect Christie's TERMS OF USE: Unless stated otherwise, you may use any of the items or tutorials I post for personal use. If you are wanting to sell items made from my tutorials, please ask me for permission!

My *only* request, is that if you make and post anything that I came up with, that you post a link to my blog. If you sell any items on my website that was my idea, then you must post a link giving me credit (after asking permission to sell first).

Just give credit where it is due! Happy crafting!

Copyright © 2009-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Christie of Lemon Squeezy Shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/lemonsqueezyshop. Please visit her A Lemon Squeezy Home blog at http://alemonsqueezyhome.blogspot.com/

Boys Bike Basket and Girls Vintage Bike Basket Free Tutorials From Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home

Have you ever wanted to create fabric baskets for your kid's bikes? Well, Christie of Lemon Squeezy Shop and A Lemon Squeezy Home blog has two wonderful tutorials on her blog showing you how to make a bike basket for a boy's bike and a vintage bike basket for a girl's bike. Enjoy!

Bike Basket Tutorial

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home blog.

Here's what Christie had to say about her tutorial:   I made my first fabric bike basket in March of this year, for my son's 5th birthday.  I didn’t want to pay the $15.00 for one and was excited when I thought I could probably just make one with fabric. He loved it.  It was used well and can actually fit quite a bit in it.  I also knew that the design could be improved some.  Sadly, it was rained on and blown on with dusty wind and doesn't look very good anymore.  I will be better this time at having him bring in his new basket!  (look at the beautiful dead March grass in the pic)

Vintage Bike Basket Tutorial

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home blog.

Here's what Christie had to say about her tutorial:  Remember my son's Bike Basket I made? You can see that version by clicking here: D's Bike Basket Tutorial.    I remember finishing his, and thinking how pretty it could be for a girl with a few changes. So I re-designed the entire thing to fit an adult vintage style bike. *This basket actually fits my son's child size bike, so it doesn't even have to be only for an adult bike!

Please respect Christie's TERMS OF USE: Unless stated otherwise, you may use any of the items or tutorials I post for personal use. If you are wanting to sell items made from my tutorials, please ask me for permission!

My *only* request, is that if you make and post anything that I came up with, that you post a link to my blog. If you sell any items on my website that was my idea, then you must post a link giving me credit (after asking permission to sell first).

Just give credit where it is due! Happy crafting!

Copyright © 2009-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Christie of Lemon Squeezy Shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/lemonsqueezyshop. Please visit her A Lemon Squeezy Home blog at http://alemonsqueezyhome.blogspot.com/

Blackboard Menu Free Tutorial by Melissa of Crafting With Cat Hair Blog

I thought you'd like to know that Melissa of  Crafting With Cat Hair blog  has a tutorial on her blog showing you how to make a blackboard menu. 

Blackboard Menu Tutorial

Copyright © 2009 - Written by Melissa of Crafting With Cat Hair blog.

Here's what Melissa had to say about her tutorial:  Many of my kitchen projects are still works in progress, but I did manage to finish this mini project for a blackboard menu.

I made this for my weekly dinner menus. I want to start eating healthy, so I figure if I physically see what I am supposed to eat during the week maybe I'll actually eat it! As you can see there are no menus on there yet, not looking good. Maybe next week. :) Want to make a blackboard menu of your own? It is really simple, and pretty cheap, especially if you have some of the craft materials already.

Please respect Melissa's TERMS OF USE:  No part of my patterns or tutorials may be reproduced in any form. The written instructions, photograph, design, and pattern and tutorial are intended for personal, non-commercial use only and can not be sold for profit. Thanks!

Copyright © 2007-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Melissa of Crafting With Cat Hair blog at http://www.craftingwithcathair.blogspot.com/.

How To Frame Fabric For Wall Art Free Tutorials By Dawn Nichols of Dawn's Quilt Corner

Do you love decorating and looking for different ways to decorate? If you do then you'll be happy to know that Dawn Nichols of Dawn's Quilt Corner  has two wonderful tutorials on her blog showing you how to frame fabric for wall art. Enjoy!

How to frame fabric for wall art: a tutorial

How to Frame Fabric Tutorial- Version 2

Copyright © 2009-2010 - Written by Dawn Nichols of Dawn's Quilt Corner .

Here's what Dawn had to say about her tutorials: Since we just moved into a new house, we have been very busy with renovation projects and decorating.   I have searched high and low for pretty art to use on the walls, and have come up short in a few rooms.   A lot of the affordable art that is in the stores is either boring or looks too generic.   So I decided that I would use something I already love working with, fabric,  to decorate in a unique and fun way.

Copyright © 2009-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Dawn Nichols of Dawn's Quilt Corner. Please visit her Dawn's Quilt Corner blog at http://www.dawnsquiltcorner.com/ and her Dawn's Quilt Corner Etsy Shoppe at http://www.dawnsquilts.etsy.com where she specializes in handmade, modern and colorful quilts and zipper pouches in a variety of styles and colors.

Sew a Bookmark Free Tutorial From SewDelish Blog

Are you a reader who just loves bookmarks?   Well, you'll be happy to know that  SewDelish has a wonderful tutorial on their blog showing you how to make a bookmark.  Enjoy!

Sew a Bookmark


Copyright © 2007 - Written by SewDelish blog.

Here's what SewDelish had to say about their tutorial:  This is a really easy bookmark to make and makes use of some of the fancy stitches on your sewing machine.

Please respect SewDelish's TERMS OF USE:   For personal use and inspiration only. No part of this tutorial may be copied or re-produced without the prior permission (including photos) from SewDelish. If you wish to share our tutorial then provide others with a link to our SewDelish blog at http://sewdelish.blogspot.com so they can visit.

Copyright © 2007-2010 - All Rights Reserved - SewDelish blog at http://sewdelish.blogspot.com .

Make A Rag Quilt Free Tutorial From SewDelish Blog

If you love to quilt then you'll be happy to know that  SewDelish has a wonderful tutorial on their blog showing you how to make a rag quilt.  Enjoy!

Make a Rag Quilt

Copyright © 2008 - Written by SewDelish blog.

Here's what SewDelish had to say about their tutorial:  I recently had a go at making a rag quilt and this is the result. A shabby chic look! It took 2 weeks to complete and I love it! You may have noticed that I used it for the backdrop when I took photos of my newly acquired Singer Puzzle Box. These quilts are an ideal project to make on an antique or vintage sewing machine as straight stitch is all you need.

Please respect SewDelish's TERMS OF USE:   For personal use and inspiration only. No part of this tutorial may be copied or re-produced without the prior permission (including photos) from SewDelish. If you wish to share our tutorial then provide others with a link to our SewDelish blog at http://sewdelish.blogspot.com so they can visit.

Copyright © 2007-2010 - All Rights Reserved - SewDelish blog at http://sewdelish.blogspot.com .

Mr. Mom "Woobie" Blanket Free Tutorial by Melissa of Crafting With Cat Hair Blog

Do you know what a "woobie" is?    Well, Melissa of  Crafting With Cat Hair blog does and she has a wonderful tutorial on her blog showing you how to make a "woobie." 

Mr. Mom "Woobie" Blanket Tutorial


Copyright © 2009 - Written by Melissa of Crafting With Cat Hair blog.

Here's what Melissa had to say about her tutorial:  One of my favorite movies from the '80s is Mr. Mom. I just love Michael Keaton!

There are so many hilarious scenes in this movie, but the one that stands out to me is the scene when the vacuum cleaner attacks the kids and eats the one kid's blanket, or his woobie.

I am sure you have seen this pattern before, but here it is again. You can use this super simple, no sew pattern to make your very own woobie for your child or, like I did, your pet!

Please respect Melissa's TERMS OF USE:  No part of my patterns or tutorials may be reproduced in any form. The written instructions, photograph, design, and pattern and tutorial are intended for personal, non-commercial use only and can not be sold for profit. Thanks!

Copyright © 2007-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Melissa of Crafting With Cat Hair blog at http://www.craftingwithcathair.blogspot.com/.

Christmas Welcome Home Stocking Free E-Pattern From Shawnette Howell of Imseeingraggedies

I thought you might all like to know that Shawnette Howell has a wonderful E-Pattern on her Imseeingraggedies blog for making a Welcome Home Christmas stocking. Enjoy!

Christmas Welcome Home Stocking

Copyright © 2007 - All Rights Reserved - Shawnette Howell of Imseeingraggedies Blog.

Here's what Shawnette had to say about her e-pattern: I know I can’t make you do this, but it would be a nice thing if you did. The reason I made this pattern and made it available for free, was in hopes that by using this pattern you could make at least one for one of our boys or girls overseas fighting for our freedom. It is totally optional, but it would really mean so much to me and I know they would be excited to get one too!

Please respect Shawnette's TERMS OF USE: This pattern packet cannot be reproduced or copied for any reason without author’s permission. Reselling is NOT permitted. Using the pattern to create and sell finished items is permitted. No mass production is allowed. If selling finished item (s) on Ebay or any other form of Internet listings, websites, etc. Please give credit of the design to Shawnette Imseeingraggedies.

Shawnette's Bio - I am a wife, mother of 6! 3 boys n 3 girls. My passion is primitive Raggedy Anns. I love antiques gardening sewing painting. I am a survivor of Lymphoma cancer!

Copyright © 2007 - All Rights Reserved - Shawnette Howell of Imseeingraggedies blog.

Easy Pet Bed Free Tutorial From SewDelish Blog

I thought you'd all like to know that  SewDelish has a wonderful tutorial on their blog showing you how to make an easy pet bed.  Enjoy!

Easy Pet Bed

Copyright © 2007 - Written by SewDelish blog.

Here's what SewDelish had to say about their tutorial:  This is a perfect little bed for a new puppy or kitten and also for little toy dogs who love a little bit of comfort.  This quick and easy pet bed is made using an old pillow that has been cleaned. A new one of course be used, but I wanted to use a pillow that was still ok but had gone too flat for my liking.Pillows get replaced reasonably regularly in our house, so this is a good way to make good use of them once we don't sleep on them anymore.  These were made for my little chihuahua who is 12 years old and would sleep on my own pillow all day if given the opportunity!

Please respect SewDelish's TERMS OF USE:   For personal use and inspiration only. No part of this tutorial may be copied or re-produced without the prior permission (including photos) from SewDelish. If you wish to share our tutorial then provide others with a link to our SewDelish blog at http://sewdelish.blogspot.com so they can visit.

Copyright © 2007-2010 - All Rights Reserved - SewDelish blog at http://sewdelish.blogspot.com .

Button Monogram Free Tutorial From Melissa of Haworth Handmade

Looking for a different way to decorate a tote bag, a pillow, just about anything?   If you are then you'll be happy to know that Melissa of Haworth Handmade has a wonderful tutorial on her Under Construction blog showing you how to make  button monograms.

Button monogram tutorial


Copyright © 2008 - Written by Melissa of Haworth Handmade. 

Here's what Melissa had to say about her tutorial:  Button monograms are fantastic for a decorative pillow or, in this case, to embellish a tote bag. It's easy!

Copyright © 2008 - All Rights Reserved - Melissa of Haworth Handmade.  Please visit Melissa's Haworth Etsy shop and her Under Construction blog, too.

Re-purposed No-Sew Felt Coasters Free Tutorial From Colleen Babcock of The Magic Bean

I thought you'd like to know that Colleen Babcock of The Magic Bean blog has a wonderful tutorial on herThe Magic Bean blog showing you how to make re-purposed no-sew felt coasters. Enjoy!

Repurposed No-Sew Felt Coasters Tutorial 

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Written by Colleen Babcock of The Magic Bean Blog.

Here's what Colleen had to say about her tutorial: Once upon a time, I was given some coasters. They were glass with photos in them and they were good. But then time passed and they got manky. I did nothing about it. They got even more manky. I still did nothing about it. But then I was sitting on the Tube (the "subway", to those not of a British bent) and saw a lady wearing an interesting jacket and it inspired me to make new coasters. No, the jacket was not made of beer mats - don't get cheeky.

Please respect Colleen's Terms of use: You may make and sell as many items as you would like from this tutorial. Be sure to give Colleen Babcock credit for design on any tags and accompanying literature. Please do not copy or distribute this tutorial. You may not sell this tutorial.

Colleen's Bio - Colleen is a cloth doll designer and teacher. Originally from Canada, Colleen has a degree in Theatre Design & Production from York University in Toronto. Now living in London, England, Colleen enjoys putting her knowledge of historical costume into many of her designs. Colleen teaches cloth doll making both online and in person and has enjoyed recent trips to teach in North America and well as teaching in the UK. Colleen has contributed a doll to Patti Medaris Culea’s book Creative Cloth Doll Beading as well as Barbara Willis’ recently published book Cloth Doll Artistry. Colleen has also had dolls featured in Soft Dolls and Animals, Doll Crafter and Costuming, and Art Doll Quarterly magazines. Colleen has had dolls exhibited at the Knitting & Stitching Show in London and at the National Needlework Archive in Newbury, Berkshire. Colleen loves producing & selling doll patterns so that others can enjoy making their own cloth dolls.

Colleen’s particular interest is in making dolls that have a practical purpose as well as decorative one. Oh and she has an un-natural love of alfafa sprouts, loves Elmo, her husband and her parents and friends, but that goes without saying (Ok, well, maybe not the alfafa sprouts bit).

© Colleen Babcock 2008 - All Rights Reserved Colleen Babcock. Please visit Colleen's "The Magic Bean Blog" at http://www.themagicbean.typepad.com/ and her The Magic Bean Etsy Shoppe at http://www.etsy.com/shop/themagicbean. She also teaches classes online: Doll Street Dreamers - Bamboo Oracle and Joggles - Water Lily.

How To Make A Shower Cap Free Tutorial From SewDelish Blog

Ever wonder how to make a shower cap?  Well, if you have then you'll be happy to know that SewDelish has a wonderful tutorial on their blog showing you how.

Some Sewing - How to Make a Shower Cap - Tutorial

Copyright © 2008 - Written by SewDelish blog.

Here's what SewDelish had to say about their tutorial:  Here is a fairly quick and easy sewing project to try that is great to make for yourself or to give away. It is also a great way to keep your children's hair dry if you make it in fabric they like.

Please respect SewDelish's TERMS OF USE:   For personal use and inspiration only. No part of this tutorial may be copied or re-produced without the prior permission (including photos) from SewDelish. If you wish to share our tutorial then provide others with a link to our SewDelish blog at http://sewdelish.blogspot.com so they can visit.

Copyright © 2007-2010 - All Rights Reserved - SewDelish blog at http://sewdelish.blogspot.com .

Machine Chain Piercing Techniques From Rachael of Rachael Rabbit

If you love to quilt and have wondered about simple chain assemble and chain piercing techniques you'll be happy to know that Rachael of Rachael Rabbit and Rachael Rabbit Blog has created a wonderful tutorial showing how it's done.

Tutorial: Machine Chain Piecing Techniques

Copyright © 2009 - All Rights Reserved — Written By Rachael of Rachael Rabbit .

Here's what Rachael had to say about her tutorial:  Here a tutorial on two machine piecing techniques. Simple Machine Piecing shows you how to make a simple single strip for quilt borders etc. Chain Assembly assembly allows you to make larger quilted pieces very quickly.

You can visit her Rachael Rabbit blog online at http://rachaelrabbit.blogspot.com/. You can also visit her Rachael Rabbit shop at http://www.rachaelrabbit.com/index.html.

Simple Baby Beach/Bath Towel Free Tutorial by Rachael of Rachael Rabbit

I thought you might all like to know that Rachael of Rachael Rabbit and Rachael Rabbit Blog has created a wonderful free tutorial for creating a simple baby beach or bath towel on her blog.

Tutorial: Simple Baby Beach/Bath Towel

Copyright © 2009 - All Rights Reserved — Written By Rachael of Rachael Rabbit .

Here's what Rachael had to say about her tutorial: Tutorial: Here is a super easy tutorial for recycling that old 'odd-one-out' towel that you may have hanging around in the airing cupboard. This took me one baby nap to make ... so it is a really quick and easy project.

You can visit her Rachael Rabbit blog online at http://rachaelrabbit.blogspot.com/. You can also visit her Rachael Rabbit shop at http://www.rachaelrabbit.com/index.html.

Lampshade Beautification Effort Free Tutorial By Melissa of Haworth Handmade

Ever thought of decorating one of your plain lampshades? Well, if you have then you'll be happy to know that Melissa of Haworth Handmade has a wonderful tutorial on her Under Construction blog showing you how to make a beautiful lampshade.

Lampshade beautification effort

Copyright © 2008 - Written by Melissa of Haworth Handmade. 

Here's what Melissa had to say about her tutorial:  The talented and generous Missy Ballance of Mohair Circus gave me a basket full of "cutter quilt" scraps (several months ago). Even though they were already cut, I had the HARDEST time cutting them again and spent ages trying to decide on the "perfect" project. (these quilt scraps are HAND pieces and HAND quilted with the most meticulous little stitches you can imagine).

Last weekend I took the plunge and cut into several of the smallest and most worn out pieces to make over a cheap-o lamp that has been sitting, unplugged in our bedroom for MONTHS while I used an ugly, plastic clip lamp for bedtime reading.

I must say, I am pleased with the results, rustic, unfinished edges and all. Biscuit immediately declared it "pretty" so we'll call it a success.

Copyright © 2008 - All Rights Reserved - Melissa of Haworth Handmade.  Please visit Melissa's Haworth Etsy shop and her Under Construction blog, too.

How-To Make Simple Pillowcases Free Tutorial By Melissa of Haworth Handmade

Looking for a way to make quick and easy simple pillowcases? If you are then you'll be happy to know that Melissa of Haworth Handmade has a wonderful tutorial on her Under Construction blog showing you how to make some.

How to make: Simple pillow cases (with fancy french seams)


Copyright © 2008 - Written by Melissa of Haworth Handmade. 

Here's what Melissa had to say about her tutorial:  For their birthdays, I made the boys super simple pillowcases. Apparently they were a hit so here's a tutorial (and I'm going to enter the tutorial in this little contest; check it out):

Copyright © 2008 - All Rights Reserved - Melissa of Haworth Handmade.  Please visit Melissa's Haworth Etsy shop and her Under Construction blog, too.

Fabric Needlebook Free Tutorial by Bette Shaw of By Your Hands and Bette's Tomorrows Treasures

Bette Shaw of  By Your Hands and Bette's Tomorrows Treasures has a wonderful tutorial on her By Your Hands blog showing you how to make a fabric needlebook.  Bette and Deena Davis of EweNmePrintables.com website and  Altered Stuff blog co-author By Your Hands. 

Fabric Needlebook Tutorial

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Written by Bette Shaw of Bette's Tomorrows Treasures and By Your Hands .

Here's what Bette had to say about her tutorial:   Last week Deena showed you how to print on fabric . This week I am going to show you how to make this fabric needlebook using a vintage printed image.

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Bette Shaw of Bette's Tomorrows Treasures and By Your Hands.  Bette is a work-at-home mother, grandmother and professional crafter/designer.

Please visit her Bette's Tomorrows Treasures blog at http://bettestomorrowstreasures.blogspot.com/, her Bette's Tomorrows Treasures website at http://bettestomorrowstreasures.com, and her By Your Hands blog at http://www.byyourhands.blogspot.com/ .

Upholster Your Dresser In Vintage Sheets Free Tutorial From Melissa of Haworth Handmade

Do you like finding different ways to decorate?  If you do then you'll be happy to know that Melissa of Haworth Handmade has an adorable tutorial on her Under Construction blog showing you how to upholster a dresser in vintage sheets.

Upholster your dresser in vintage sheets

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Melissa of Haworth Handmade. 

Here's what Melissa had to say about her tutorial:  This is a project that can be completed in an afternoon (or two afternoons if you’re painting). It’s a great way to spruce up a boring dresser. I was inspired to cover my daughter’s dresser after finally completing a quilt for her bed and wanting the furniture to match.

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Melissa of Haworth Handmade.  Please visit Melissa's Haworth Etsy shop and her Under Construction blog, too.