Find items that you can do-it-yourself with these How To Make Free Patterns & Tutorials and Recipes; home decor, clothes, stuffed animals, gifts, bags & Purses.
"It's Back To School time, boys and girls." This Zip-It-Up zipper pencil pouch would be of great help for them to keep their stationery in place. Not only that, but it is also a great topic for a "Show and Tell" session with their new classmates to demonstrate how the magic works with this zipper...
This is an easy tutorial and a great entry-level polymer clay craft for the beginner. Basically, anyone can do it and doesn't have to be skilled to handle clay. Even kids can do it but they will need an adult's help when baking/curing the polymer in an oven. [Update: Recently, I have found out that...
This bunny holder amigurumi is not quite a usual "amigurumi" that we stuffed with poly-fill. Click to view how it is done.
This is a rather quick and easy tutorial to make mini pom-pom with your own 2 fingers, some yarns and a pair of scissors. If you need some mini pom-pom to make, this is a quick tutorial to refer to. It started when I need some mini pom-pom urgently for a crochet craft and I...
If you have an old sweater that you are no longer wearing, let's repurpose it! Let's learn how to sew your old sweater into a kid's rompers. I sewed another pair of clothes for my daughter, and this time it is a romper with ribbon shoulder straps. What are rompers? Rompers are simply a top...
Today, we’re going to create an adorable "Zip-Itself" zipper coin purse using just a zipper and your favorite ribbon—any kind will work! Whether you want to go for a delicate lace design, a bright and bold pattern, or a fun print, this project is super versatile and perfect for using up leftover ribbon you have...
After making Pom-pom Shaun The Sheep and Shirley Sheep Earmuffs, I knew that Timmy will be my next sheep project. Here he is, presented in the form of a crochet stuffed animal, amigurumi Baby Sheep Amigurumi and I hope you all like it. All you need are some white, black, and yellow yarns and safety eyes...
This is the 4th shorts I sewed for my kids and it will be the last one until I sew this boy shorts pattern again from my old blouse. Though I still have some new ideas for making them a little different with some re-styling from the basic pattern but, I have to make a...
I am so addicted to sewing shorts for my kids with the fabrics I recycled from my old cotton shirts. This time, instead of sewing out of the same pattern repeats, I made some variations on the kid shorts sewing pattern for this girl shorts, by adding a knot or tie to the shorts' hem....
In addition to the shorts patterns, this is the toddler-size shorts sewing pattern, as promised. This pair of toddler knit shorts have the same original design as the kid shorts with graded measurements to fit around the age of 3. If you wish to sew the toddler shorts with the original design, please refer to...
Are you looking for short pants or shorts sewing patterns? Get the free sewing pattern for kid shorts (with pockets) for children aged three to twelve. Learn how to sew it with step-by-step instructions and photos. It is summer again in Northern Hemisphere countries... Be it to fight the heatwave or to get more sunlight...
Remember Jenny And Teddy Etsy shop that I mentioned in my How-To Amigurumi tutorial? Jane, the girl behind the shop who sells amigurumi patterns and the finished dolls. She is here to teach us how to crochet a little cutie baby chick amigurumi. Baby Chick Amigurumi Crochet Pattern scroll ⬇️ to get the free crochet...
I need to make some quick fabric covered buttons to embellish my recycle bag, and I am thinking of placing a mini ric-rac on it. Thank goodness, the button maker comes in handy to my crafty possess. Since July 4th is less than a month away, I am swirled in getting my fabric-covered buttons done...
Father's Day is quickly approaching. If you're looking for a quick DIY Father's Day gift to do with the kids, this "We Love Daddy" with handprints freezer paper stencil T-shirt would be a great gift for the daddy. Scroll down for the tutorials on how to make a stencil with freezer paper, how to stencil...
This free sewing pattern and tutorial will show you how to create a practical and stylish zipper pouch in the shape of a triangle. The three-dimensional triangular zipper coin purse is actually a tetrahedron, and its spacious interior makes it an excellent option for stowing spare change. After being inspired by the wrapped glutinous rice...
Basket weaving hasn't been so easy with this method: weave around a cardboard frame. Originally, I saw this easy basket-weaving method in a Japanese craft magazine; I searched around for the template but couldn't find it anywhere locally or online. So, I built it based on my dimensions. I would say that this is a...
This is the last tutorial on how to fully recycle an outgrown denim dress into a 4-piece outfit: make a denim rosette brooch out of a sleeve and its hem. I got this idea from the denim-roll brooch I made from a jean's side seam, which was meant to match my 100% recycled tote bag....
So, you have seen the denim vest and the denim skirt refashioned from an outgrown denim dress in my recent 2 tutorials. Today, the third tutorial in the series is about sewing a reversible double-ring denim belt. The material of this denim belt was originally the bottom hem salvaged from the denim dress. Not only...
This is the denim skirt I refashioned from an outgrown denim dress I mentioned in the earlier post. This is the second part of the refashioning project after I made the top of a denim vest. There are another 2 tutorials, a reversible belt and a denim rosette brooch, all made from a single piece...
This is the first tutorial to start off with the outgrown denim dress recycling series - splitting the denim dress and sew the top part into a denim vest with a ruffled edge; one of the upcycle tutorials among the 4-piece of garments + accessories sewing projects. There were a few options in my mind...
This week, I am going to write a series of tutorials on how to refashion old clothes. I have converted an outgrown jeans dress and sewn it into 4-piece kid's clothing + accessories. Each refashions tutorial on the denim dress will illustrate how I convert the salvaged materials from the denim dress and turn them...
Make an easy ribbon button headband with kids. Use ribbons and buttons to decorate the plain plastic headband for any occasion. Thinking of Japan, I made this... red & white Ribbon Button Headband. Another easy project that kids can get involve, just have to be careful if your kids are too small to handle the...
I was up late in my sewing room working on some adorable garden bug applique patterns and designing a few cute onesies for my 7-month-old godson. I wanted to make sure he had them to take home after his long holiday with his mom. These garden bug applique patterns were created using simple symmetrical shapes...
Give your old lamp a fun and stylish upgrade with a custom crochet lampshade cover! You can easily breathe new life into any room by transforming a plain lampshade into a charming accent piece that perfectly matches your home décor. This simple yet delightful project allows you to showcase your personal style and brighten up...
I have always wanted to crochet egg amigurumi for Easter, and I am pleased to have made it this year. Since there are quite a few free crochet patterns of real-sized eggs on the internet, I decided to design my own mini Easter eggs instead. As a matter of fact, I got this idea after...
It seems like just yesterday that I sewed the chenille bib for the babies. Now, the bib can no longer comfortably fit onto the necks of the growing-up toddlers. They need a bib extender to continue serving their little "masters." I am not sure if anyone used this method—sewing bib extensions. As a thrifty mom, buying new...
Tired of normal square or rectangle pillow in your house? Why not spruce up your home decor with this safety sign triangle pillow? I got a triangle pillow form/pillow insert from Downlite and am happy to see how good is the quality, especially the blended feather and down filling, and the polka-dot lining. The other 2...
This probably is the most "luxurious" & comfortable weekend short pants I have ever made for myself - "The Weekender". It is a pair of fully lined above-the-knee shorts with elastic waistband. The underlining makes the short pants so stable that it prevents the tendency of "seating" through wear and also hiding away underwear lines....
This lace trim handkerchief is a straightforward and quick project to complete. You just need to have some basics:If you major in crochet: You need to know how to do blanket-stitch and use a sewing machine for zig-zag stitch. If you major in sewing: You need to know how to crochet chain, single crochet stitch, and...
Hey, crafty hearts and nimble fingers! Get ready to stitch up some love with our heart sachet project, transforming them into a swoon-worthy Valentine's Day garland that'll make Cupid's own heart skip a beat! Another 2 days to the "V" Day, the Valentine's Day!!!! Most of the time, Valentine's Day comes within the 15-day festivity...
Don't know what to do with your fabric scraps leftover from the previous sewing projects? Why not utilize them to sew some cute bunny sachets. Fill the bunny sachets with different materials to make them into various useful items.
I made this Chinese New Year deco many years ago... They were faux gold nuggets. Yeah, they were fake, but I wish they were real. Then I would be very rich!!!! A pot of gold nuggets is a pot of good luck! I made this ages ago and didn't document any step-by-step photos. When we...
Chinese New Year (CNY) is just around the corner, I am spring cleaning and decorating my house during the weekends. I need a new gift basket this year so I made this - a hexagon gift basket which is "flatten-able". Simply tie it up to construct a steady hexagon gift basket. It is easy to...
Kids will adore these adorable Sheep crochet EarMuffs that you can create. Make them adorable while keeping them warm. They will sense your love for them. "Watching the snow accumulated outside your window, this winter is sure freezingly cold", my heart whispering when watching the news about the cool winter weather. It is fun to...
It's 2011!!! Happy New Year, Happy New Decade!!!! Happy New Bag!!!! I made this crochet loop stitch shaggy bag for my mum after she complimented the green shaggy bag I showed her. This one is slightly bigger as per her request. And, my new year resolution is... "To be more organized with time and practice...
Either in-person or via the web, it is my pleasure to have met many handicraft hobbyists that generously share their works and creativity. I am glad to have this site that brings us closer to each other. It is you, dear readers that shared your ingenious ideas with me to develop and create more. It...
Ho ho hoh~~~ This is my last piece of Christmas craft for this year, Frosted Jar Tealight Stand... time really flies like a rocket!!! MERRY CHRISTMAS to all of you, my dearest friends and readers!!!! Wish you all the best in health & wealth 🙂 Welcome the new members of my table decorations, frosted glass...
Are you done with Christmas crafting? I am almost done, and I am so happy to have designed and made some Christmas theme home decor this year. This is a poinsettia-inspired crochet Christmas Coaster. Let's follow the free crochet pattern given below to make some for yourself or for friends. A week ago, I felt...
Welcome to this fun and festive craft project! Get into the holiday spirit by creating your very own DIY Snowman Ornament—perfect for adding a personal touch to your Christmas decor. This quick and easy craft is ideal for kids, with just a little guidance from an adult, making it a wonderful activity for the whole...
December is here!!! Christmas is just 25 days away, so don't panic! If you haven't had time or being thrifty to go for Christmas Tree ornament shopping, maybe this is a great tutorial for you.... turn your old ornaments into ones as good as new. We did not follow the tradition; we didn't have a...
Get the basket weave pattern and tutorial on how to crochet this beautiful baby blanket. Be it as a gift or for personal use, it sure warms the hearts of your loved ones. I made this for my godson and hope that he will love this forever. What is A Basket Weave Pattern I was...
Looking to create a special and thoughtful baby shower gift for a friend who is expecting? You can easily sew a beautiful Chenille bib using this downloadable bib sewing pattern. It's the perfect way to show your love and care for the new arrival. Chenille? Chenille Cut? Slash Chenille? Heirloom Cut Chenille? Faux Chenille? Fake...
