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Little Wonders - Doll Binoculars Free Tutorial by Romona King of Northbrook Designs

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I just love seeing beautiful doll creations from exceptional doll makers that I admire. And, I love when they tell me about free tutorials they have posted for their doll creations. Such is the case with a new tutorial from Romona King of Northbrook Designs. It’s a pair of doll binoculars that was created for her new doll "And So She Waits." Romona has posted about her doll in a wonderful three-part series. The first post is her version of the story, the second post is the local legend and the third post is how she made the doll. I hope you enjoy Romona's new tutorial, her new doll, and her three-part series.

“And So She Waits”

“And So She Waits” Chapter 2

“And So She Waits” Final chapter

Little Wonders - Doll Binoculars
© 2013 by Romona King of Northbrook Designs

If you'd like to download Romona's Doll Biboculars tutorial please click on the picture above or CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD

Here's what Romona had to say about her tutorial: When I made the binoculars for my “And So She Waits” doll, I thought there must be other doll makers that might like to do the same, so I have written up this short tutorial to help you with that. When you see how simple this is, you’ll wonder why you didn’t think of it. ;o)

Please respect Romona's Terms of Use - I am giving this tutorial freely. All I ask is that you respect my work and give me credit for the design should you use it to embellish your doll. You may use the design to create projects to sell but not for mass production.

Copyright © 2013 - All Rights Reserved — Written By Romona King of Northbrook Designs. Romona is a crafter, doll maker, painter, needlework artist, and mixed media artist. You can visit her Northbrook Designs blog online at http://northbrookdesigns.blogspot.com/ and her Northbrook Stitches blog at http://www.northbrookstitches.blogspot.com/. You can also visit her Northbrook Designs shop at http://www.northbrookdesigns.com/.

How To Make Bead Crochet Beads Tutorial By Alma Stoller

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Who doesn't love making bead pendants. I know I do. If you do too then you'll be happy to know that Alma Stoller has a wonderful tutorial on her Alma Stoller blog showing you how to make a bead crochet bead. Enjoy.

How To Make Bead Crochet Beads

Here's what Alma had to say about her tutorial: Here is a quick and easy tutorial on how to crochet a beaded bead.

Please respect Alma's TERMS OF USE: I encourage you to link back to my post. Please give credit where credit is due. Unless otherwise noted, all photos, text, ideas, tutorials and artwork on this blog are the property of Alma Stoller. I'm happy to share with you, but please do not copy, reproduce or use without permission. Thank you.

Copyright © 2003-2012 - All Rights Reserved - Alma Stoller of Alma Stoller blog. Alma is an artist, designer, and blogger.

Please visit her Alma Stoller blog at http://www.almastoller.blogspot.com/, her Alma Stoller Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alma-Stoller/179752818769188 , and her Alma Stoller Tutorials ETSY Shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/AlmaStollerTutorials.

How To Maker Fabric Beads Tutorial By Alma Stoller

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It seems there are so many different methods for making fabric beads. Alma Stoller has a wonderful tutorial on her Alma Stoller blog showing you her method of making eye candy fabric beads. Enjoy.

How To Make A Fabric Beads

Here's what Alma had to say about her tutorial: Today I thought I would share with you instructions on how to make one of my favorite fabric beads which I call Eye Candy Beads. I have been making and teaching these designs for years now. I hope you like it.

Please respect Alma's TERMS OF USE: I encourage you to link back to my post. Please give credit where credit is due. Unless otherwise noted, all photos, text, ideas, tutorials and artwork on this blog are the property of Alma Stoller. I'm happy to share with you, but please do not copy, reproduce or use without permission. Thank you.

Copyright © 2003-2012 - All Rights Reserved - Alma Stoller of Alma Stoller blog. Alma is an artist, designer, and blogger.

Please visit her Alma Stoller blog at http://www.almastoller.blogspot.com/, her Alma Stoller Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alma-Stoller/179752818769188 , and her Alma Stoller Tutorials ETSY Shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/AlmaStollerTutorials.

How To Make Polymer Clay Beads Tutorial By Alma Stoller

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Do you want to learn how to make polymer clay beads?. If you do too then you'll be happy to know that Alma Stoller has a wonderful tutorial on her Alma Stoller blog showing you how. Enjoy.

How To Make Polymer Clay Beads

Please respect Alma's TERMS OF USE: I encourage you to link back to my post. Please give credit where credit is due. Unless otherwise noted, all photos, text, ideas, tutorials and artwork on this blog are the property of Alma Stoller. I'm happy to share with you, but please do not copy, reproduce or use without permission. Thank you.

Copyright © 2003-2012 - All Rights Reserved - Alma Stoller of Alma Stoller blog. Alma is an artist, designer, and blogger.

Please visit her Alma Stoller blog at http://www.almastoller.blogspot.com/, her Alma Stoller Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alma-Stoller/179752818769188 , and her Alma Stoller Tutorials ETSY Shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/AlmaStollerTutorials.

How To Make A Paper Necklace Tutorial By Alma Stoller

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I just love unique and unusual jewelry and Alma Stoller has a terrific tutorial on her Alma Stoller blog showing you how to make a paper necklace. Enjoy.

How To Make A Paper Necklace
Autumn Leaves

Here's what Alma had to say about her tutorial: We have been having beautiful autumn weather here. So I thought of a perfect crafty project to help extend the colors and feel of this season. The instructions below can be used for a Thanksgiving garland, an autumn themed table scape or any thing where a leaf-like shape is needed.

Please respect Alma's TERMS OF USE: I encourage you to link back to my post. Please give credit where credit is due. Unless otherwise noted, all photos, text, ideas, tutorials and artwork on this blog are the property of Alma Stoller. I'm happy to share with you, but please do not copy, reproduce or use without permission. Thank you.

Copyright © 2003-2012 - All Rights Reserved - Alma Stoller of Alma Stoller blog. Alma is an artist, designer, and blogger.

Please visit her Alma Stoller blog at http://www.almastoller.blogspot.com/, her Alma Stoller Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alma-Stoller/179752818769188 , and her Alma Stoller Tutorials ETSY Shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/AlmaStollerTutorials.

How To Make A Valentine's Day Charm Tutorial By Alma Stoller

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Valentine's Day will be here soon. Still plenty of time to make this next project. If you always wanted to create your own Valentine Day's charm then you'll be happy to know that Alma Stoller has a wonderful tutorial on her Alma Stoller blog showing you how. Enjoy.

How To Make A Valentine's Day Charm

Here's what Alma had to say about her tutorial: These charms are really easy to make.

Please respect Alma's TERMS OF USE: I encourage you to link back to my post. Please give credit where credit is due. Unless otherwise noted, all photos, text, ideas, tutorials and artwork on this blog are the property of Alma Stoller. I'm happy to share with you, but please do not copy, reproduce or use without permission. Thank you.

Copyright © 2003-2012 - All Rights Reserved - Alma Stoller of Alma Stoller blog. Alma is an artist, designer, and blogger.

Please visit her Alma Stoller blog at http://www.almastoller.blogspot.com/, her Alma Stoller Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alma-Stoller/179752818769188 , and her Alma Stoller Tutorials ETSY Shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/AlmaStollerTutorials.

Up-cycled Beaded Bracelet- Simple Tutorial By Andrea Millington of Indigo-Blue

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Do you hate to throw anything away? Especially beads? If you like to upcycle then you'll be happy to know that Andrea Millington of Indigo Blue Designs has a wonderful tutorial on her Indigo Blue blog showing you how to up-cycle beads into a beaded chain bracelet.

Up-cycled Beaded Bracelet- Simple Tutorial

Here's what Andrea had to say about her tutorial: ....If any jewellery or other accessories break I do try and save whatever I can and visiting a little shop in Truro gave me an idea to recycle some beads which I have had hidden in my bead box for ages and ages. I needed the above which are miniature in size.

Please respect Andrea's TERMS OF USE: I am more than happy to share my tutorials with you. You can use them to make projects for yourself, friends or family. Please do not use my tutorials to mass-produce items for sale. If you post your work online, please credit me (Andrea Millington) with the design and link to my Indigo Blue blog. :-)

Copyright © 2011 - All Rights Reserved - Andrea Millington of Indigo Blue Designs. Andrea is a textiles teacher with a passion for making things.

Please visit her Indigo Blue Designs Etsy Shoppe @ http://www.etsy.com/shop/indigo1/ and her Indigo Blue blog @ http://www.indigo-blue-designs.blogspot.com/

Little Flowers In Salt Shaker Vase Free Tutorial By Karen Bailey of Todolwen Blog

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I just love paper creations - especially when they are combined with another one of my loves which is floral crafts. So, I was pleased to see that Karen Bailey had a wonderful tutorial on her Todolwen blog showing you how to make little paper flowers in a saltshaker vase. They are just too adorable to resist.

LITTLE FLOWERS IN SALT SHAKER VASE

Copyright © 2011 - All Rights Reserved - Written by Karen Bailey of Todolwen Blog

Here's what Karen had to say about her tutorial: My First Tutorial. Hello my dear Friends. As I mentioned yesterday, I was working on a tutorial for the little flowers in the salt-shaker vase. Well, it is ready. So, here we go!

Please respect Karen's TERMS OF USE: Please do not copy my tutorials in full and/or claim them to be your own and/or post them on your blog without my permission. Furthermore the sale of my tutorials is prohibited. All my designs are protected under copyright.

Karen's Bio: My name is Karen Bailey, and I am the wife for over 20 years to a now retired british serviceman and a Mum to two beautiful daughters. For many years we traveled and lived all over the world whilst serving in the army. After leaving the army we now live in Ontario, Canada. My passion is antiques, especially victorian unrestored furniture and household items and creating/crafting. For me there is nothing better when I have a moment to sit down and make something beautiful. My blog is 'Todolwen' which is an anogram made up from 'old to new' which is what I love to do ~ take something old and give it a new life. I hope you enjoy my makings as much as I enjoy creating them.

Copyright © 2011 - All Rights Reserved - Karen Bailey of Todolwen Blog.

Please visit her Todolwen blog at http://todolwen.blogspot.com/.

Bead and Button Spider Free Tutorial By Pamela Kellogg of Kitty and Me Designs

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One of the most common insects to create in crazy quilting is an adorable little spider. If you look closely at different crazy quilting designs you can see then hidden there. If you love the spiders and want to learn how to make them you'll be pleased to know that Pamela Kellogg has a tutorial on her Kitty & Me Designs blog showing you how to sew a spider. I just love creating them and hope you do, too.

Bead and Button Spider Tutorial

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Written by Pamela Kellogg of Kitty & Me Designs.

Here's what Pamela had to say about her tutorial: When I wrote the tutorial for how to do embroidered spider webs, I promised I would explain how to make the spiders in my next post. So here it is!

They're actually quite easy to do.

Please respect Pamela's TERMS OF USE: I like to share Craft and Embroidery Tutorials on how I do a variety of projects and techniques and helpful hints. I add to this list regularly. Please feel free to download the directions and if you try them, please let me know if you enjoyed the project!

Pamela's Bio:Designer, Textile Artist and Instructor. Although I love all forms of needlework and embroidery, my true passion is Crazy Quilting. I enjoy a quiet life in our little cottage by a lake in Northern Illinois. I frequent flea markets and antique shops looking for do-dads that I can sew on to my stitching projects. I offer some of my handmade items, along with my mom's and my sister's, in my Etsy shop. I enjoy baking and share many of my recipes here. And did I mention glitter?

Copyright © 2005 - 2012 - All Rights Reserved - Pamela Kellogg of Kitty & Me Designs .

Please visit her Kitty & Me Designs blog at http://kittyandmedesigns.blogspot.com/ and her Kitty & Me Designs Etsy shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/kittyandme.

How To Make A Bead Dangle Free Tutorial By Vicki Welsh of Field Trips In Fiber

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Have you ever wanted to learn how to make a bead dangle? Well, if you have then you'll be happy to know that Vicki Welsh of Field Trips In Fiber has a wonderful tutorial on her blog showing you how. I hope you enjoy Vicki's tutorial.

How To Make A Bead Dangle

Here's what Vicki had to say about her bead dangling tutorial: Instead of showing yet another progress shot of my ornament. I finished all of the dangles on that one side if the ornament and am starting the other. Since I am still dangling, here's a tutorial for you to make your own dangles!

Please respect Vicki's Terms of Use: Tutorial, text & images are the property of Vicki Welsh. Please do not copy or distribute in any form for any reason without my permission!

Vicki's Bio - I am 51, married 23 years and no kids (by choice). I live near Richmond, VA and am obsessed with anything to do with fabric and thread! I sew quilts, dye fabric, longarm quilting and just make lots of things. I started this blog as a way to chronicle my sewing goals and adventures and retired recently to become a full time fabric dyer.

Copyright © 2006-2011 - All Rights Reserved - Written By Vicki Welsh of Field Trips In Fiber - Adventures in quilting, hand dyed fabric and fiber art. Vicki is a fiber artist and fiber dyer. Please visit her "Vicki Welsh - Hand Dyed Fabrics" Etsy Shop.

Handmade With Love - Gift Ideas For The Holidays - Ideas #16, #17, #18, #19, and #20

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If you support handmade and love to give gifts from the heart then you're going to love our "Handmade With Love - Gift Ideas For The Holidays" series of posts.

The handmade ideas are taken from all the wonderful free Christmas articles, e-patterns, tutorials, graphics, stitcheries, craft projects and more that The Best Free Craft Articles blog contributors have to offer.

Here's ideas #16, #17, #18, #19, and #20:

Idea #16 - Felted balls for the kids.

Idea #17 - Quilted baskets for your family and friends.

Quilted Basket

Idea #18 - Fabric covered basket decoration for your family and friends.

Fabric Covered Round Basket

Idea #19 - Textured heart for jewelry lovers.

Textured Heart Tutorial

Idea #20 - Creative embroidery and embellished bag for lovers of beautiful needlework.

Embellished Bag

Please respect each artist or crafters Terms Of Use for their free article.

I hope you are inspired to create handmade gifts of your own for the holidays.

Stay tuned for Ideas #21, #22, #23, #24, and #25.

Ogala Stitch How-To Free Tutorial by Jo Newsham of "No Matter Where I Go... I Always Meet Myself There!"

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I know that I've mentioned many times how much I LOVE creative embroidery and all the beautiful things you can make and embellish. So, of course, I'm always looking for great tutorials. During my search I was so happy to see that Jo Newsham had another wonderful tutorial on her "No Matter Where I Go... I Always Meet Myself There!" blog.showing you how to sew an ogala stitch. Look how beautiful that is.

Oglala stitch how too

Here's what Jo had to say about her tutorial: Now I know I am not the first to do instructions on this, but I had to read several diff ones to get it, and it really is very easy, and very effective when you know how.

Copyright © 2009-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Jo Newsham of "No Matter Where I Go... I Always Meet Myself There!" blog. Jo is an expert crazy quilter who specializes in crazy quilts, ribbon embroidery, and pocketbooks.

For more crafting tips and techniques visit Jo's "No Matter Where I Go... I Always Meet Myself There!" blog.

Please visit her Functional Fiber Etsy shoppe @ http://www.etsy.com/shop/nzjo, her Vintage Vices Etsy shoppe @ http://www.etsy.com/shop/vintagevices, and her "No Matter Where I Go... I Always Meet Myself There!" blog @http://nzjo.blogspot.com.

Textured Heart Free Tutorial By Joy Funnell of Joy Funnell - Unique Handmade Jewellery

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I have always been intrigued by jewelers and their amazing jewelry creations so I was happy to see that Joy Funnell of Joy Funnell - Unique Handmade Jewellery had a wonderful tutorial on her Fired With Imagination blog showing you how to make a textured heart.

Textured Heart Tutorial

Here's what Joy had to say about her tutorial: I have decided to try to do an occasional tutorial on my blog. So here we go with the first one. If like me you end up with quite a bit of less than perfect paste from the odd scraps then this is an ideal project to use it up. Above are two examples of pendants made using this technique. here are the instructions for the heart.

Please respect Joy's TERMS OF USE: You may use this as you see fit. However, if you use my tutorial for teaching purposes please give me (Joy Funnell) credit as the author.

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Joy Funnell of Joy Funnell - Unique Handmade Jewellery. Joy is a Craftsman of the Guild of Enamellers and a Senior Art Clay Instructor.

Please visit her Joy Funnell - Unique Handmade Jewellery website @ http://www.joyfunnell.co.uk, her ArtClayUK eBay Store at http://stores.ebay.co.uk/ArtClayUK and her Fired With Imagination blog @ http://joyfunnell.blogspot.com/. Joy also has a wonderful Techniques page showing you the different techniques that she teaches in her ArtClay silver workshops.

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