Do you love simple sewing projects?  Are you new to sewing and need a fun project or two??  These simple sewing tutorials will help your create beautiful gifts, pillows, skirts and so much more! 

Use up your fabric scraps on potholders, lavender sachets, or a few colorful journal covers.  I love, love, love quick projects ,don’t you?!

Each one of these creative links will take you to an easy step-by-step tutorial or free sewing pattern.  {You can also see many of these projects on my Pinterest boards.}

Make sure you have an afternoon available to sew and pick a few of these fabulous {and simple} sewing tutorials…

1. Easy Potholders – Sew Country Chick
2. Lavender Sachets – Everything Etsy
3. Easy Zipper Pillow Cover – My Poppet
4. Fabric Sunglass Case Tutorial – Polka Dot Chair/ Riley Blake
5. Easy Table Runner – Positively Splendid
6. Simple Pillowcase Tutorial – Made
7. Striped Rug Pillow – Martha Stewart
8. Kindle Slip Case Tutorial – Charm Stitch
9. Ruffled Maxi Skirt – 2 Little Hooligans
10. Memo Notebook Cover Tutorial – Cancun Cookies
11. Easy DIY Clutch – The DIY Adventures
12. Really Cute Potholders – Flamingo Toes
13. DIY Baby Rag Quilt in Stripes – Do It Yourself Divas
14. Double Sided Fabric Headband Tutorial – Happy Together
15. Camera Strap Tutorial – Everything Etsy
16. Corner Tab Zippered Pouch – Bored and Crafty
17. Fringe Cushion Cover Tutorial – My Poppet
18. Little Lamb Pillows – Purl Bee
19. Simple Pillow Cover Tutorial – Clever Betty
20. Easy Tank Top Dress – Sew Country Chick
21. Simple Reversible Tote Bag Pattern – Skip to My Lou
22. 10 Minute Vintage Pillow Case Apron – Vintage Sheet Blog
23. Pottery Barn Inspired Felt Pillows – Someday Crafts
24. Fabric Journal Cover – Craftionary
25. DIY Piano Pouch – Bored and Crafty
26. Easy Peasy Skirt With Pockets – Everything Etsy
27. Quilted Laptop Sleeve Tutorial – Just Crafty Enough
28. Pretty Bow Garland Tutorial – Smile and Wave
29. DIY Fabric Boxes – Design Sponge
30. Easy Hanging Dish Towel – Hot Flash ‘n Craft ‘n
31. Garden Party Napkins – The Purl Bee
32. Lined Car Trash Bag – Colors Not Yet Invented
33. Ruffled Coin Pouch Tutorial – Everything Etsy
34. DIY Bow Clutch – Elm Street Life
35. Wicker Basket Liner – Make It Love It
36. Terry-Cloth Hanging Caddy – Martha Stewart
37. Ruffled Checkbook Cover – 2 Little Hooligans
38. Bamboo Handle Bag Tutorial – Everything Etsy
39. Envelope Back Pillow Cover Tutorial – Freshly Picked
40. DIY Tutu Party Skirt – By Hand London
41. Reversible Fabric Sling Bag – All About You
42. Candy Wrapper Pouch – Everything Etsy
43. DIY Snack Bag – Owen’s Olivia
44. Potluck Fabric Bowl Cover Tutorial – The Cottage Home
45. Cute Tiered Ruffled Skirt – A Girl and a Glue Gun
46. Lightweight Infinity Scarf – The Cottage Home
47. Fabric Kindle Cover Tutorial – Everything Etsy
48. Half Apron With Pockets – Sew 4 Home
49. Simple Reversible Placemats – Whipstitch
50. Fabric Storage Buckets – Ric Rac
51. Drawstring Peeking Bag – Everything Etsy
52. The Forty Minute Tote Bag – The Purl Bee
53. Wristlet Key Fob Tutorial – Prudent Baby
54. Hanging Dishtowel Tutorial – Momtastic
55. Reversible Fabric Bag – Very Purple Person
56. Ruffled Sunglass Case – Positively Splendid
57. Pajama Pants – Sew4Home
58. Casserole Carrier – 2 Little Hooligans
59. Elastic Waist Flirt Skirt – Growing Home
60. Simple Zipper Pouch – NoodleHead
61. Reusable Lunch Bag – I Heart Naptime
62. The Gathered Clutch – The Tragic Whale
63. Fastest Pillowcase Ever – Wonderfully Awkward
64. Pretty Makeup Bag – Prudent Baby
65. Bandanna Table Runner – Country Living
66. Fleece Dog Bed – Dog Under My Desk
67. Pencil Pouch Tutorial – Gwenny Penny
68. Colorful Linen Napkins – Sew Take A Hike
69. Ruffle Headbands – Funky Polkadot Giraffe
70. Travel Luggage Tag – Sew4Home
71. Make a Sock Monkey – Craft Passion
72. High and Low Skirt Pattern – Fabrics Store
73. Fabric Scrap Belt Tutorial – Make It Love It
74. Gift Card Cozy – Make It and Love It
75. Hand Towels {Vintage Inspired} – Lovely Nest Designs
76. Custom Duvet Cover Tutorial – Positively Splendid
77. DIY Apron – Amy Hearts It
78. Simply Beautiful Skirt – Sewing in No Mans Lands
79. Composition Book Cover Tutorial – V and Co.
80. Ironing Board Cover Tutorial – Sew 4 Home
81. Pillowcase Tote Bag Tutorial – Martha Stewart
82. Stripes & Color Tote Bag – Prudent Baby
83. Easy Peasy Fabric Book Cover – 33 Stitches
84. Gathered Clutch Tutorial – NoodleHead
85. School Supply Zipper Pouch – Flamingo Toes
86. Fabric Art Journal Tutorial – LBG Studio
87. Patchwork Bunting Tutorial – Art Gallery Fabrics
88. Pretty Potholders – Prudent Baby
89. Simple Pillow Cover – Paper Blog
90. Dishtowel Tote Bag – Anna Maria Horner
91. Vintage Hankie Tissue Holder – My Poppet
92. Chic Fabric Napkin Tutorial – Positively Splendid
93. Reversible Placemat Tutorial – Nap Time Crafters
94. Bi-Fold Wallet Tutorial – Modest Maven
95. Quilted Sewing Machine Cover – Sew Delicious
96. DIY Ruffle Throw Pattern – Do It Yourself Design
97. Hanging Wall Mail Sorter Tutorial – Bright and Blithe
98. Journal Cover Tutorial – Bloom and Blossom
99. Quilted Patchwork Bib Pattern – Sew She Sews
100. Reversible Coffee Cozy Sleeves – Crafty Staci
101. Vintage Linen Table Runner – Flamingo Toes

These are the kind of sewing projects that can really make you look like you know what you’re doing…I need that! I’ve always loved the idea of sewing, but I’m slightly challenged when it comes to big projects. Easy tutorials work for me!

To see these tutorials and my latest DIY finds be sure to follow me on Pinterst!  You’ll love my sewing and craft boards!!

Thanks so much for sharing all my crafty tutorial posts with your friends through social media…I heart you all!  Thank you, thank you, thank you!

What’s your favorite kind of sewing project?  Do you sew for yourself of make gifts?  I’d love to hear about your projects in the comments.

~Kim

Here’re a few more posts you might be interested in reading…

• 12 Simple Sewing Patterns
• 101 Sewing Tutorials for Winter
• 101 Sewing Tutorials for Summer

It’s the time of year for beautiful handmade Advent Calendars and I have a ton of inspiration for you.  These tutorials are so pretty you’ll want to make more than one!

We’ve always had an Advent Calendar around to countdown to Christmas with our boys.  Little treats and the joy of being one day closer to Christmas has to be fun, right?!

Are you looking to create something special with recycled materials, fabric scraps, or go all out on keepsake calendar?  Whatever your style, I’m sure you’ll find the perfect Advent Calendar to make for your family right here…

1. Embroidery Hoop Advent Calendar – Andrea Dozier
2. Big Box Advent Calendar – Mod Podge Rocks
3. Pottery Barn Inspired Branch Calendar – Olivia Renn
4. Felt Advent Calendar – Everything Etsy
5. DIY Advent Tree – A Beautiful Mess
6. Dollar Store Advent Calendar – Infarrantly Creative
7. Picture Frame Advent Calendar – Southern Lovely
8. Snowman Advent Garland – Whimsy Love
9. Christmas Ornament Advent Calendar – By Stephanie Lynn
10. Baby Sock Advent Calendar – Martha Stewart
11. Magnetic Advent Calendar – Twig and Thistle
12. Little Bag Advent Calendar – Oh Happy Day
13. Matchbox Advent Jar – Just a Girl
14. Silhouette Advent Calendar – Everything Etsy/ La Papier Studio
15. Recycled Paper DIY Advent Calendar – Lil Blue Boo
16. Easy Envelope Advent Calendar – Martha Stewart
17. Felt Mitten Advent Calendar – Holiday Crafts
18. Vintage Inspired Advent Calendar – Funkytime
19. Mini Kraft Envelope Advent Calendar – Sallyjshim
20. Muslin Bag Advent Calendar – Bonbon Mini
21. Little Birdie Advent Calendar – Skip to My Lou
22. Matchbox Tree Advent Calendar – Country Living
23. Christmas Tree Advent Calendar – Pink Suede Shoes
24. DIY Pinata Advent Calendar – Handmade Charlotte
25. Fabric Scrap Advent Calendar – Duni’s Studio

Enjoy the Christmas season!  Handmade treasures make the holidays even more beautiful!

Do you find a new favorite?  Which one is just your style?

~Kim

Love Handmade?  Here’s some other holiday posts you might enjoy…

• 101 Simple Handmade Gifts
• 101 Handmade Ornament Tutorials
• 101 Free Christmas Printables
• 101 Handmade Holiday Tutorials

25 DIY Gifts for Travel Lovers

Looking for cheap and easy gifts for all the travel lovers you know?  Maybe you need a little something for yourself to remember your last vacation?  Well, you will LOVE these DIY gifts that you can make in minutes!

I’ll admit that I could start traveling and never stop…it’s an addiction, but I’m really alright with it.  Maybe you’re like me or you have family members that you never know where there’re at this week.  These are the kind of gifts they will treasure…trust me!  Maps and memories can create fabulous handmade gifts and home decor that money can’t buy.

These easy gift tutorials are perfect for quick afternoon projects.  Don’t miss the fabulous gift tags or string wall art!

1. Custom Luggage Tags – My Sister’s Suitcase
2. Etched Map Serving Tray – Design Sponge
3. Woven Map Notebooks – Ruby Murrays Musings
4. Vintage Map Puzzle Magnets – Everything Etsy
5. Map Coasters – Martha Stewart
6. Map Pendant Necklace – Unfortunately Oh
7. DIY Leather Passport Holder – Jepsen Leather Goods
8. Vintage Map Lined Serving Tray – Valley and Co.
9. State String Wall Art – The Harpster Home
10. City Map Souvenir Jewelry – Or So She Says
11. Map Decorated Frames – Alyssa B Young
12. Corkboard Map – Crate Paper Blog
13. DIY Fabric Luggage Tags – Twirling Betty
14. Upcycled Globe Home Decor – My Sister’s Suitcase
15. Travel Map Correspondence Set – Design Sponge
16. Vintage Map Decoupage Letter – Jessica Chronicled
17. Scrap Fabric Wall Map – Being Brook
18. DIY Map Bracelets – Happy Hour Projects
19. Travel Lover Gift Bag – Silver Boxes
20. City Map Heart Wall Art – Wedding Bee
21. Vintage Chalkboard Globe – Design Sponge
22. Map Gift Cards and Envelopes – Travelettes
23. Painted Wood United States Sign – Girl in Air
24. DIY Map Wreath – Pure Heart
25. Stitched Map Art – Martha Stewart

Why spend a ton on gifts when you can make personalized gifts super cheap???

I big puffy heart handmade gifts and these tutorials make it easy to create something special for all the travel lovers on your holiday shopping list.

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Have you made any handmade gifts lately?  Have any planned?  I’d love to hear about them in the comments!

~Kim

Looking for more handmade gift ideas???  Check out these posts…

• 25 DIY Gifts for Pet Lovers
• 101 Gifts for Men
• 101 Gifts for Her
• 101 Simple Handmade Gifts

Holiday sales on Etsy can really make your year!  There are a few things you can do to get your shop ready to make the most of the busy shopping season.  Awesome sales don’t just happen on their own…you have to be prepared.

Creating a great shopping experience for your customers will do wonders for your shop!  Here are a few things to get you started on the road to a fabulous and profitable holiday season…

Stock Your Shop!

Stock your shop!  I can’t stress this one point enough…there isn’t a bold font bold enough!  The more you have to offer, the better off you will be.  Yes, I know adding lots of items is a bunch of work.  Yes, I know it could cost you some money in listing fees.  Yes, it does take work to prepare your shop…BUT, then you make more sales!

You need to picture your shop like a store in the mall.  How would a store look with 10 items?  Not so appealing, right?  You might even turn right back around at the entrance.  Stock your shop with lots of handmade or vintage items…try 100 or more!

One more reason to stock up…the more items you have, the more tags you have, and the more chances you have to reach the buyers from search traffic.

Bundle Up

Bundle up your items for more sales!  You could sell one small item or increase your sales by bundling up a few items into a gift set that rocks!  Gift sets that come packaged nicely with tags will get their attention.

Ready-to-ship or not?

The more you can have ready to ship out, the better!  Some of you might only work in custom orders and you’ll need to be very clear on your shipping times.  Try offering a discount for ordering early.

Having items ready to ship will save you from staying up late working on orders.  When you can offer quick shipping you will get great feedback and more sales.

Something for Everyone

Many holiday shoppers have a budget in mind when they’re shopping for someone.  Make sure you can offer a little something in lower price ranges for stocking stuffers.

A buyer could love your shop so much that they buy a few smaller gifts now and come back for more later.  Then, they are sharing your items with a few others that will love their gift {of course} and visit your shop to see what else you have to offer.  Think about it…that’s really how it can work.  I love that!!!

Wrap It Up

Create a little wrapping/shipping station and be ready to wrap and send like the best wrapping ninja you can be.

Print tags and buy your shipping supplies early.  There’s nothing more annoying than being ready to ship an item and needing a padded envelope with not a one in sight…just sayin’!

Offer to add a little note or special wrapping at no extra charge.  This could be the little push they need to buy right now.

Last year I fell in love with Stamps.com during the busy season.  It saved me sooooo many trips to the post office and actually ended up saving me time and money.  You can read more about it in this post about shipping.  I can’t say enough about it!

Being prepared for the holiday season can really increase your sales and make your holidays a bit more festive at the same time.  Sales make me smile…what about you?  I hope these quick tips will get you started and fuel your excitement for all those sales!

How do you get ready for the holidays?

~Kim

I’ve gathered some creative tutorials, free printables and just plain fabulous ideas to help create awesome handmade gifts for the men in your life.  They can be so hard to shop for and this list will give you enough ideas to cover every birthday, Father’s Day and Christmas for the next few years!

You’ll find a few things for the guys that like to grill, their office and even the garage.  Don’t miss the beautiful leather journal that’s so easy to make and looks like a million bucks!

1. Composition Notebook iPad Cover – Lil Blue Boo
2. Car Kit – Not Martha
3. Mustache Mug – Tortoise and the Hare
4. Baseball Lovin’ Bookends – Mod Podge Rocks
5. DIY Cement Coasters – A Daily Something
6. Etched Beer Glasses – Craftzine
7. Bay Rum Aftershave – The Art of Madness
8. Dad Rocks {Printable} – Make It Perfect
9. Necktie Eyeglass Case – A Law Student’s Journal
10. Tie Key Chain – Greenbean’s Crafterole
11. Grillin’ Towel Tutorial – Craft Whatever
12. Father’s Day Party {Printables} – Love Party Printables
13. Photo Cuff Links – Small Fine Print
14. Glass Paperweights – In My Own Style
15. Luggage Tags {Printables} – The Pretty Blog
16. Little Handmade Notebooks – See Kate Sew
17. DIY Leather Cuff – The Red Kitchen
18. Folded-Shirt Card – Martha Stewart
19. Bottle Cap Coasters – Theatre Projects
20. Army Guy Bowl – Make
21. Bike Handlebar Bag – Giver’s Log
22. Father’s Day Tie Print {Printable} – In Between Laundry
23. Handmade Leather Wallet – See Kate Sew
24. Placemat Laptop Cover – Curbly
25. Computer Lap Desk – Stephanie @ Home
26. Skinny Ties – Design Mom
27. Monogrammed Cuff Links – Purl Bee
28. Firewood Tote – Whip Up
29. Dad’s Subway Art {Printables} – Today’s Fabulous Finds
30. Tie Pillows – BHG
31. Chalkboard Mug – Wit & Whistle
32. Father’s Day Tie Tag/Banner {Printables} – Amanda’s Parties
33. Bike Lunch Bag – Evil Mad Scientists
34. Fisherman’s Pants – Mediatinker
35. Baseball Team Pillow – Better Homes and Gardens
36. Men’s Socks – The Purl Bee
37. Kindle Cover – Chickpea Sewing
38. Lego Cufflinks – HGTV
39. Geek Coasters – Man Podger David on Mod Podge Rocks
40. Remote Caddy – Sew4Home
41. Stamped Key Chains – Girl In Air
42. Paperback Book Wallet – Refabulous
43. Father Subway Art {Printable} – Pink Ink Doodle
44. Car Travel Kit – Martha Stewart
45. License Plate Key Holder – Lemontree Creations on Kojodesigns
46. Desktop Zen Garden – Curbly
47. Pajama Pants – Sew4Home
48. Camping Stool – Design Sponge
49. Dad’s Token Tin {Printables} – Eighteen25
50. Spice Rub Tins – Creative Maven on Kojodesigns
51. Monogrammed Boxer Shorts – BHG
52. Knit Chunky Sweater – Yarn Forward
53. Dad Frame – Martha Stewart
54. Tread Belt – Instructables
55. Golf Towel – Junie Moon
56. Monogrammed Necktie – Martha Stewart
57. BBQ Hanging Towels – The Silly Pear
58. Monogram Mugs – Design Mom
59. Relaxing Hammock – Etsy
60. Rustic Pencil Holder – Strawberry Chic
61. Chef’s Apron – Martha Stewart
62. Laptop Sleeve – Sew Mama Sew
63. Cork Desk Organizer – Makekind
64. DIY Suspenders – A Beautiful Mess
65. Golf Club Headcovers – Positively Splendid
66. Bike Brake Disc Clock – Instructables
67. Tool Roll-Up – Craft Stylish
68. Laptop Bed Riser – Man Made
69. Retro Labels for Sauce & More {Printable} – Martha Stewart
70. Pocket Watch Photo Album – The Mother Huddle
71. Wooden Faced Watch – Instructables
72. Laptop Sleeve for Guys – A Beautiful Mess
73. Hand Painted Mouse Pad – Design Sponge
74. Kiss Flip Book – Color Me Katie
75. Father & Son Aprons – TipNut
76. Men’s Grill Apron – I Heart Naptime
77. iPhone App Magnets – Infarrantly Creative
78. Golf Accessory Bag – Joann’s
79. Office Supply Organizer – BHG
80. You Da Man Candy Wrapper {Printable} – Jeanne Winters
81. Photo Clock – Rosy Red Buttons
82. Library Card Bookplate {Printable} – Blah, Blah, Blang
83. Father’s Day Key Chain – Aly & Ash
84. iPad Sleeve With Shoulder Strap – Sew4Home
85. Rustic Leather Sketchbook – Duo Fiberworks
86. Modern Cement Planters – Apartment Therapy
87. Floppy Disks Notebook – Instructables
88. Knit Coffee Cozy – The Sitting Tree
89. Father’s Day Coupon Book {Printable} – Fiskars
90. Skittles Vodka Tutorial – Mix That Drink
91. Book Safe – All Free Crafts
92. Vinyl Record Bowl – Casa Sugar
93. Guinness BBQ Sauce – The Black Peppercorn
94. Mini Toolbox – Positively Splendid
95. Tool Storage Tub – Sew4Home
96. Leather Laptop Sleeve – ThreadBanger
97. Father’s Day Quote {Printables} – Simple as That
98. Custom Checkerboard – Aly & Ash
99. Photo Coffee Sleeve – Spincushion
100. Men’s Fabric Wallet – Cloth, Paper Crafts, and More
101. Leather Journal – mufn inc.

Handmade gifts rule…Target drools!   I’m sure you can create something that will make them feel extra special.

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Thanks so much for all your tweets, stumbles, Facebook likes and pins on my Handmade Gift Tutorials, Summer Sewing Tutorials and Free Printables posts…you are the coolest crafty friends!  I hope you find lots of fabulous ideas here for gifts that will make you seem even craftier than you are…ha!

Handmade gifts make people smile extra big, don’t you think?  Do you have a favorite or two…or three?

~Kim

Hooked on Tutorials?  Have fun checking out these lists on EverythingEtsy.com:

I can’t handle the crowds at the mall this week, so I’m planning on making a few gifts for the people left on my list.  Target felt like a war zone today and I don’t want to go back.  Handmade gifts are really the best way to go! 

Here are enough ideas to make anyone on your list squeal with delight when they open their gift from you.

All of these gift ideas have easy to follow tutorials so anyone can create something fabulous in no time!

Try a printable from this list and frame it…

101 Pretty Printables!!!!

This list has a gift idea for everyone and I do mean EVERYONE…

101 Simple Handmade Gifts!

What about something for those guys on your list??  Check this out…

25 DIY Gifts for Men!

Recycle and turn your trash into awesome gifts with these cool {and green} tutorials…

101 Green Handmade Gifts!!!

Need a quick gift??  No problem!  This list will help you make some fabulous holiday ornaments to share with all your friends and family.

101 Handmade Ornaments!

I told you I had some ideas for you!  Now go ahead and skip the stores and make a few gifts before Christmas.  Create some sweet handmade gifts and really let people know how much you care.

I’ve made lots of felt ornaments already and now I’m planning to sew a bit.  Sewing is not my thing, so wish me luck…ha!

Have you already made some gifts this year?

~Kim

Wool felt is one of my all-time favorite things to play around with when I’m in a creative mood.  The holiday spirit is starting to kick in around here and this is what I was working on over the weekend…felt Christmas trees!

Don’t you love the colors?!  It doesn’t all have to be red, green or white.  These are going to become sweet little handmade ornament to add to the top of some packages.  I’ll share some photos when I’m done.

Would you like one?  I’d love to share some with you!  If you would like to exchange a Christmas ornament just leave a comment.

I’ll pick 5 comments and we’ll trade a little handmade holiday cheer!

**To keep it simple I’ll exchange an ornament with the first 5 comments.

~Kim

You can find these beautiful colors of wool felt in my shop…KimberlyLayton.com!

These crafty green gift tutorials are going to make you recycle, reuse, upcycle or repurpose like never before…you’ll see.  Whatever you want to call it, going green is the way to go!

There’s a little something for everyone and I know you are going to find the perfect gift for your neighbor, brother, mother, sister…you get my drift…there are 101 tutorials here, people!!!!  They’re not just ideas and pretty photos, but these links will lead you on the path to creating fabulous green gifts that are simple and require minimal supplies.

You might need to grab a few extra recycling bins, but it’s worth it!  If you’re looking for Green Home Decor Tutorials, don’t miss the end of the post!

1. Lemon Sugar Hand Scrub – Under the Table and Dreaming
2. Paint Sample Coasters – The Crafty CPA
3. Sweater Pillows – Centsational Girl
4. Grocery Bag Wallet – EcoKaren
5. Yarn Scrap Bowl – About Crochet
6. Bottle Cap Serving Tray – Sweet Something Beautiful
7. Wool Felt Magnets – Everything Etsy
8. Dictionary Art – Brooklyn Limestone
9. Shrinky Dink Jewelry – Just Something I Made
10. Candy Wrapper Patchwork Belt – Lil Blue Boo
11. Repurposed Book Sewing Kit – STC Craft
12. Recycled Magazine Jewelry – CraftStylish
13. Newspaper Basket – How About Orange
14. Felted Soap – Rhythm of the Home
15. T-Shirt Pillow – Ruffles and Stuff
16. Beeswax Candles – Kanelstrand
17. Recycled Bottle Birdfeeder – Centsational Girl
18. Handmade Books – Pioneer Woman
19. Coiled Magazine Coasters – Saved By Love Creations
20. Menswear Stuffed Bunny – Martha Stewart
21. Picture Frame Serving Tray – Better Homes and Gardens
22. Wine Cork Basket – Chica and Jo
23. Sweet Heart Sugar Cubes – Craft Passion
24. Beeswax Candles {hand dipped} – FIMBY
25. Shell Frame – Everything Etsy
26. Book Safe – All Free Crafts
27. Soda Can Bracelet – The Greenest Dollar
28. Chalkboard Planter Pots – Design Sponge
29. Recycled Notebooks – Martha Stewart
30. Acorn Bird Feeder – Design Sponge
31. Green Terrarium – Inhabitat
32. Wool Dryer Balls – Good Mama
33. Coiled Paper Basket – Esprit Cabane
34. T-Shirt Bag – Martha Stewart
35. Custom Notepads – Chica and Jo
36. Herb Soap – Henry Happened
37. Menswear Mouse Toy – Martha Stewart
38. Handmade Paper – Craft Daisies
39. Handmade Goat Soap – Lather and Lotions
40. T-Shirt Yarn – EcoKaren
41. Wine Bottle Candle Holders – Wedding Bee
42. Herbal Fire Starters – WholeLiving
43. Junk Mail Paper Beads – The {NewNew}
44. Book Bead Necklace – The Smallest Forest
45. Phone Book Pen Organizer – Chica and Jo
46. Monogram Button Pillow – Come On, Ileene
47. Recycled Magazine Coasters – Re-Nest
48. License Plate Memo Board – Planet Green
49. Bottle Cap Magnets – Everyday Lovely
50. Tea Soap Tutorial – Cucumbersome
51. T-Shirt Flower – Emily’s Little World
52. Oxford Napkins – WholeLiving
53. Mini Light Fixture Terrarium – Design Dreams Japan
54. Braided T-Shirt Bag – Chichidee Handmade
55. Paint Chip Necklace – Infarrantly Creative
56. Conversation Marshmallows – Come On, Ileene
57. Sheet Music Tray – Centsational Girl
58. Recycled Lunch Bag – Made By Lex
59. Candy Wrapper Pouch – Punkin Patterns
60. Jersey Knit Bracelet – V and Co.
61. Embroidered Portraits – Country Living
62. Woven Rag Rug – Craft Passion
63. Lace Containers – Urban Comfort
64. Lip Balm – Beautylish
65. Wool Felt Bookmarks – Everything Etsy
66. T-Shirt Memory Quilt – EcoKaren
67. Recycled Dog Collar – Keyka Lou Patterns
68. Friendship Puzzle Necklace – Planet Green
69. Cork Trivets – WholeLiving
70. Water Bottle Cookie Packaging – Paper, Plate and Plane
71. Vintage Fork Napkin Rings – Brooklyn Limestone
72. Homemade Dog Treats – Come On, Ileene
73. Felt Ball Cat Toy – Martha Stewart
74. Recycled Grocery Tote – Dana Made It
75. T-Shirt Clutch – Made By Lex
76. Light Bulb Vases – Pizzazzerie
77. Modern Birdfeeder – Life on the Balcony
78. Vinyl Record Bowl – CasaSugar
79. Recycled T-Shirt Dishcloths – Dollar Store Crafts
80. Vintage Sheet Cocktail Napkins – Design Sponge
81. Tree Coasters – Country Living
82. Recycled Gift Card Bracelet – CindyYShaw
83. Mason Jar Sewing Kit – Say Yes to Hoboken
84. Typography Clay Pots – Everything Etsy {Burlap & Blue}
85. Recycled Wool Sweater Blanket – Homade Holiday
86. Recycled Soap Box Mini Book – Creativity Prompt
87. T-Shirt Ruffle Hat – Tao of Craft
88. Recycled Book Handbag – Curbly
89. Sweater Leaf Scarf – Grosgrain
90. Recycled Paper Magnets – Sei Lifestyle
91. Paper Apple Sculpture – Cheeky Magpie
92. Recycled Slippers – Sew Green
93. Modern Candle Holders – Mark Montano
94. Recycled Wool Mittens – Lucky Star Lane
95. Rosette Headband – Lolly Jane Boutique
96. Wool Laptop or Diaper Bag – Not Dabbling In Normal
97. Recycled T-Shirt Scarf- Joy Beadworks
98. Glass Jar Photo Frames – Rikki Hibbert
99. Fabric Scrap Necklace – Smaller
100. Tea Cup Bird Feeders – Something Wonderful
101. Brick Succulent Planters – Ready Made

Why spend a ton on gifts when you can go green???

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Thanks so much for all your tweets, stumbles, Facebook likes and pins on my 101 Simple Handmade Gift Tutorials and Free Printables posts…you are the coolest crafty friends!

Here’s a little something extra for your home…

Check out 101 Green Home Decor Tutorials to make your home beautiful on a budget!

Have you finished a green project lately?

~Kim

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With the holidays right around the corner, we’ve started thinking up some lovely DIY projects you and your family can do together.

I am happy to share with you one of my favorites, the Silhouette Advent Calendar.

This project is super easy and quick and it requires very few materials.

Materials:

• 24 glassine bags (or any envelopes you may have at hand – try colorful envelopes for a festive feel)
• 6 clothespins
• 1 yard of baker’s twine
• 24 stickers (you can create your own illustrations for this projects or download our stickers here)

Instructions:

Start by printing out the stickers. You will need this template.

Next start assembling the glassine bags. Pick out 24 creative gifts – they can vary from paper to small objects to candy – and depending on the recipient, even jewelry. Stuff the bags with your gifts.

Follow the 3 easy steps shown on this picture.

Once you have all 24 bags made, start stacking them 4 by 4 – this way only a row of 6 bags show at first. Refer to this picture.

Stack numbers 1,7,13,19 together and so forth. The idea behind this technique is that you can take one bag out revealing the next one and so forth. Plus it takes less room:)

Use the clothespins to hold the bags together. Next attach them all the the baker’s twine string and voila, you’ve made your advent calendar. Wasn’t that easy?

If you would like to purchase the kit which includes everything shown on the pictures you can do so here.

Best,

Vana Chupp

Vana has a beautiful blog and website full of creative silhouettes.  I’m a fan!

You don’t want to miss the Le Papier Studio 2011 Holiday Line!!!  I can’t even tell you how cute it all is, so go see for yourself!  There’s even something for the pet lovers on you list.  Here’s the links to keep up with Vana’s latest projects…

Website | Blog | Twitter | Facebook l Vana’s Book

What a sweet tutorial and a great holiday tradition!  Thanks for the wonderful tutorial, Vana!

Do you all love silhouettes as much as I do???

~Kim

Decorating for Christmas is always a blast!  I’ve gathered a few…well, maybe more than a few holiday tutorials for you to create a festive handmade holiday.

I love handmade decorations!  There seems to always be some new and creative idea to add to my list each year.  You’ll find something for everyone in this collection of tutorials…from book page trees to subway art pillows.

1. Ribbon Christmas Tree – WhipperBerry
2. Christmas Subway Art Pillow – Tatertots & Jello
3. Winter White Willow Wreath – Centsational Girl
4. Book Trees – Creative “Try”als
5. Ruffle Christmas Trees – Shanty2Chic
6. Festive Napkin Rings – The Lettered Cottage
7. Santa Hat Decor – Thrifty Decor Chick
8. Crepe Paper Tree – Creative Chaos
9. Felted Holiday Garland – Papernstitch
10. Present Topiary – That Village House
11. Santa Mantel Art – Bower Power Blog
12. Milk Glass Christmas Trees – Madigan Made
13. Pottery Barn Inspired Advent Calender – The Feminist Housewife
14. Beeswax Tree Candles – Martha Stewart
15. Thread Christmas Tree – Trade Line
16. Fabric Santa Bag – Skip to my Lou
17. Mod Paper Snowflake Garland – Curbly
18. Jingle Bells Shadow Box – Blue Eyed Blessings
19. Simple Holiday Cards – amy a la mode
20. Invisible Christmas Tree – Not Martha
21. Elf Boot Stoking – Family Fun
22. Fresh Cedar Monogram Wreath – Dittle Dattle
23. Gift Wrapping Toolbox – Ana White
24. Christmas Applique Tea Towels – Little Birdie Secrets
25. Amy Butler’s Felt Stocking – Amy Butler Design
26. Christmas Advent Matchbox Jar – Just a Girl
27. Christmas Planner Tutorial – Eighteen25
28. Ornament Wreath – Matt & Becky
29. Snowflake Pillows – Noodlehead
30. Vintage Christmas Village – Ally Scraps
31. Poinsettia Garland – Wee Folk Art
32. Mini Fabric Christmas Trees – Lemon Tree Creations
33. Solar Powered Wreath – Not Martha
34. Ribbon Christmas Tree – She’s {kinda} Crafty
35. Faux Fabric Paper Snowmen – Whipperberry
36. Christmas Tree Canvas – Cleverly Inspired
37. Quilted Christmas Tree Skirt – Sew4Home
38. Frosted Wine Bottle Display – Cleverly Inspired
39. Recycled Sweater Trees {or hats} – Sweater Surgery
40. Modern Christmas Village – Tiny Apartment Crafts
41. Tissue Paper & Yarn Christmas Trees – Cathie Filian
42. Reindeer Rootbeer/Beer – Life of a Modern Mom
43. Rudolph Sock Dogs – Martha Stewart
44. Pinecone Elves – Martha Stewart
45. Scalloped Felt Tree Skirt – Martha Stewart
46. Christmas Tree Pillow – Dittle Dattle
47. Matchbox Advent Tree – Country Living
48. Popsicle Stick Snowflake – The Ballard Bunch
49. Stenciled Noel Napkins – Pickles and Cheese
50. Wine Cork Wreath – Good Housekeeping
51. Wood Christmas Trees – Young and Crafty
52. North Pole Sign – Krylon
53. Christmas Card Wreath – Martha Stewart
54. Winter Holiday Birch Houses – Getting Stitched on the Farm
55. Hoopie the Snowman – Betz White
56. Sparkle Candle Holders – Better Homes and Gardens
57. Peppermint Pillow – Sewing.org
58. Vintage Book Page Garland – Living the Swell Life
59. Glitter Starburst – Her Beautiful Mess
60. Illuminating Holiday Jar Candles – Better Homes and Gardens
61. Glam Holiday Wreath – A Blonde’s DIY Life
62. March of the Penguins – Craftberry Bush
63. Yarn Ball Wreath – All Things Heart & Home
64. Under the Mistletoe Silhouettes – Welcome Sunshine Home
65. Simple Mantle Trees – Making Lemonade
66. Coffee Filter Wreath – Decor Chick
67. Santa Key – Organize and Decorate Everything
68. Jute Christmas Trees – Thrifty and Chic
69. Epson Salt Candles – Thrifty Parsonage Living
70. Crochet Snowflake Table Runner – All Free Crochet
71. Christmas Wall Tree – Red Red Completely Red
72. Paper Holiday Village – Claudine Hellmuth
73. Wooden Snowman – Crafty Chic Mommy
74. Paper Christmas Tree Set – Glue Arts
75. Snow Globe – Little Birdie Secrets
76. Noel Stocking Hanger – Craftberry Bush
77. Block Nativity – Learning to be Me
78. Elf Hat – Craftyminx
79. Snowflake Chandelier – Make Grow Gather
80. Felted Christmas Tree – Purl Bee
81. Christmas Sampler Embroidery Patterns – Red Brolly
82. Paper Gingerbread Houses – Twelve22
83. Fake Snow – About.com
84. Altered Wooden Spool Tree – Sei Lifestyle
85. Clothes Pin Countdown Wreath – Kristy Wiseman
86. Christmas Apron – Phyliss Dobbs
87. Candy Cane Scrunch Scarf – Fleece Fun
88. Holiday Soap Pumps – Brown Paper Packages
89. Stenciled Holiday Pillows – My Backyard Eden
90. Crochet Christmas Stockings – Sugar’n Cream
91. Wood Nativity Set – Sugardoodle
92. Tomorrowland Trees – Wise Craft
93. Framed Ornaments – According to Kelly
94. Christmas Subway Art Download – Eighteen25
95. Holiday Shadow Box Art – Allison Waken
96. Holiday Planner – The Project Girl
97. Reindeer Art – Unnecessary Necessities
98. Cookie Cutter Christmas Wreath – Better Homes and Gardens
99. Light Up Holiday Cards – Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories
100. Embroidered Tea Towel – Needle in a Haystack
101. Santa Claus Can – Sew Many Ways

That should seriously keep you busy for awhile!   Hey, if you use all of these I’m sure you could charge admission to your home this year.  It might even help to pay for your craft supply bill…ha!

If you are looking for beautiful holiday ornament tutorials you’ll love this list of 101 Handmade Ornaments!!

Other posts you might enjoy:

• 101 Free Christmas Printables
• 101 Handmade Gifts Tutorials
• 101 Pretty Printables {free}
• 101 Sewing Tutorials
• 101 Festive Fall Tutorials

I really appreciate all your tweets, stumbles, Facebook likes and pins on my previous 101 posts…you rock!!!

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I usually decorate the day after Thanksgiving.  How about you?  Do you wait a bit or do you try and stretch out the holidays by decorating early?

~Kim

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