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Nora from Fun to be Frugal shows how to make this ruffled wreath out of a wire hanger and strips of fabric. This is an inexpensive but stylish way to dress up your decor for the season. Go to the … Read more ... 
Funky Friends Factory sells a tutorial for showing how to make this Gertie Gecko Wheat Pack, a gecko-shaped microwaveable heat pack. This cute little guy can help melt away a day’s stress or aching muscles. You can purchase Gertie Gecko … Read more ... 
Natalia from Piece N Quilt shares a tutorial for her Chesney skirt for little girls. This little gathered skirt features a double row of ruffles at the bottom, and is embellished with a large fabric blossom. This is such a… Read more ... 
Not Quite Vintage shares a tutorial showing how to make these little felt ice skate Christmas ornaments. I love the vintage feel of this project! They were inspired by a similar pair of her Gram’s Ice Skate ornaments. Get the … Read more ... 
Lynnette from Get Your Craft On shows how to make a tank top for a little girl out of a tote bag. Cool idea! Go to the tutorial.
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Sharla from My Little Gems and Little Gems Shop shows how to make a car cozie fabric storage roll for cars. The long fabric roll has pockets to store individual cars, as well as a fabric “road” for them to… Read more ... 
When I repurpose a pair of pants, I’m often left with a lone zipper. I have been saving them thinking that oneday I’ll find a good use for the zippers that doesn’t involve hours of picking seams. Now, with this… Read more ... 
Instructables user Shabbychef shows how to make a sleeping hat for a baby out of a t-shirt. The soft fabric of the old tee will feel soft against baby’s young skin. Go to the tutorial.
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Tracy from Mad Quilter shares a free pattern for this classic baby smock with straps that cross over in the back. It’s easy to construct, which makes this a great project for beginners. Go to the free pattern.
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Pickles shares a tutorial for a festive Advent calender made in the form of hanging treat pockets. Fill each pocket with a different treat for each night as you count the days until Christmas. Get the how-to.
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Who says that keeping up with the latest fashion trends has to cost lost of money? Jessica from Happy Together shows how she recycled a sweater into a pair of stylish knit boots. Go to the tutorial.
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Grosgrain whipped up this cute little number as a last minute dress for her daughter. She shares a free pattern, which is aptly named Last Minute Frock. Cute, cute, cute!! Go to the free pattern.
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Sachiko from Tea Rose Home made this vintage-inspired child-sized mannequin for her daughter’s room, and shares a tutorial showing how she did it. This is such a cool idea!! Get the how-to.
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Ashley from Make It and Love It continues her series on repurposed scarves with a tutorial showing how to turn an old scarf into a cute little owl softie. If you’ve got any babies or small children on your Christmas… Read more ... 
Angela Pea from Keeping the Faith shows how to make this chic checkbook cover. She made it as part of a set of purse accessories, and includes links to the tutorials she used to make matching a business card holder… Read more ...