Tutorial: No-sew leather lanyard

Like many people, I carry a key and a prox card around with me at work. My work-issued lanyard was functional, but not so attractive. And when you’re wearing something around your neck every day, it’s nice for it to be attractive. So I created a new lanyard for myself. My DIY lanyard is made from leather and is so easy to make! I’ve got a tutorial for you over at Orange Bettie. There’s no sewing required, and only simple hardware and a few steps.

Click below for the tutorial:

DIY Leather Lanyard – Tutorial, by Orange Bettie

[photo from Orange Bettie]

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!