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Fabric Craft Projects

Browse through a collection of craft projects made using fabric.
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Almond Can Cupcake Craft

Make a cue cupcake by recycling a nut can!

Bean Bag Toy Pillow

Instructions to make a pillow for a bean bag toy or other stuffed animal.

Bird Nest Craft

Instructions to make a simple bird nest using a strawberry basket.

Bottle and Sock Snow Woman Craft

Anneliese explains how to make a snow woman out of a sock, a bottle, and a few other supplies!

Christmas Gift Bag Craft

Anneliese explains how she created this lovely gift bag.

Clay Pot Mummy Craft

Diane W. explains how she made this adorable mummy craft using a clay pot, old t-shirt, and a few other supplies.

Decoupage Fabric Wall Hanging

Learn how to you create unique wall hangings by decoupaging fabric onto artist canvas.

Decoupaged Fabric Clock

Find out how to create a personalized clock using strips of fabric.

Decoupaged Garden Seed Box

Find out how to create this unique decoupaged box to hold all of your garden seed packets. It is created using decoupage techniques with fabric.

Dr. Seuss Fabric Wall Hanging Pattern

Learn how you can make an adorable group of Dr. Seuss, or any other themed, wall hangings using fabric.

Dried Flower Sachet Craft

Make one of these simple dried flower sachets for every drawer and your nose will get a pleasant surprise every time you open one. They also make unique gifts.

Embroidery Hoop Wall Art

Follow the instructions and discover how you can create unique and fun wall art using embroidery hoops and fabric.

Fabric Covered Notebook

Discover how easy it is to personalize a notebook or journal by covering it with fabric.

Fabric Covered Wooden Letter Craft

Learn how to make fabric covered letter you can use as decorations!

Fabric Frankenstein Craft

Maria Mercedes explains how you can turn an old blanket or sheet and pillow into an adorable Frankenstein monster decoration.

Fabric Pumpkin Craft

CALALAY explains how to make a neat pumpkin decoration out of fabric.

Fabric Sit-Upons

Instructions to make a small cushion to sit on outside. Great simple sewing project!

Facial Tissue Holder Craft

Find out how to create a pouch to hold a personal-sized package of facial tissue. This is an easy sewing project everyone can make. They also make great gifts.

Fall Fabric Tree

Find out how to create this colorful Autumn tree craft made out of a handprint.

Paper Scarecrow Craft

A visitor named Mary Lou shares these instructions for building a scarecrow using recycled items.

Family Reunion Photo Wallhanging

Check out this picture of a wall hanging quilt I made as gifts for members of my family featuring a photo I took at our family reunion. I used a black and white photo, a simple log cabin quilt pattern, and tips from the Photo Fun book.

Fingerprint Reindeer Shirt

Make this fun shirt using fingerprints. A great gift idea submitted by Pam Begley.

Fleece Pajama Bag

You can use these directions to create several sizes of bags to use for many purposes.

Fleece Pom-Pom Ball

This fleece pom-pom makes a perfect toy for younger kids or even a pet!

Fleece Snuggle Bag

This snuggly bag is perfect for sitting around, or laying around, watching tv!

Fleece Tied Blanket

Follow these directions and make a warm, no-sew blanket using two pieces of fleece.

Flower Pounding 1

See a full color photo of this fun craft!

Flower Pounding 2

See a full color photo of this fun craft!

Frankenstein Windsock

Make a windsock for Halloween using a milk carton.

Freezer Pop Sleeve Craft

Find out how to create this fun and useful sleeve to slip onto a freezer pop to protect little fingers against the cold.

Fringed Plush Ghost Doll

Make this simple ghost doll using fleece and felt! An easy sewing project submitted by Kimberly Cook.

Gingerbread Doll Craft

See a picture of an adorable gingerbread doll made by Anneliese Lawerentz.

Holiday Glitter Panel

Find out how to make a unique wall hanging using glitter paint and fabric, submitted by Sharon.

Homemade Booster Seat

Pam from Wisconsin shares how her grandmother easily created a booster seat for younger kids to use.

Homemade Message Board Craft

You can make a bulletin board for your wall or locker that will hold special messages, notes, and even photographs.

Hot Chocolate in a Jar Craft

Make this fun and simple gift idea - hot cocoa in a jar!

How to Make a Ribbon Tab Baby Blanket

Follow these free instructions and you can learn how to make a little blankets with colorful ribbon tabs that any baby will love.

Inch Worm Craft

This is a fun craft that can made with a scrap piece of fur and a few basic craft supplies.

Jewlery Holder

Instructions for making an hand-shaped jewelry and ring holder.

Leaf People Craft

Instructions for making a fun Autumn leaf person, submitted by JHoll.

Learn How to Weave

Instructions for trying your hand at weaving, shared by TEMA.

Leprechaun Kisses Craft

Follow these directions to make leprechaun kisses, there is even a poem you can include. A fun gift idea for Saint Patrick's Day.

Light Bulb Penguin

Find out how to create a cute Penguin using a light bulb, paper mache techniques, and a few other supplies.

Light Bulb Snowman

Find out how to create a cute snowman using a light bulb, paper mache techniques, and a few other supplies.

Lollipop Scarecrow Craft

Dress up lollipops to give to your favorite kids, or make them for a classroom treat.

Lucky Penny Pin Craft

Christine Durham shares these instructions to make a simple penny pin to wear.

Magic Potion Jars

These magic potion jars are an easy craft project that everyone can enjoy. It is a fun Halloween craft or perfect for celebrating a wizard theme.

Making Bean Bags

Instructions to make bean bags to play fun games with. Great simple sewing project!

Message Board

You can make a bulletin board for your wall or locker that will hold special messages, notes, and even photographs. You can choose the size, shape, and colors, and make it as elegant or playful as you like.

Monster Fabric Card

Check out the outside of this monster gift card made by Sherri, your Family Crafts Guide.

Native American Leg Rattle

Find out how you can make a neat leg rattle.

Necktie Purse or Wallet

Follow the directions provided here and discover how to transform an unwanted necktie into a small purse or wallet that is perfect for holding change, a cell phone, or an Ipod.

Necktie T-Shirt Craft

This is a new twist on a traditional gift for dads and other guys. Discover how you can give them a t-shirt sporting a tie that suits their personality.

No-Sew Pillow Craft

Learn how you can cover old pillows or pillow forms with fun fabric that matches your room's decor.

Pine Cone Air Freshener Craft

Follow these instructions to make a simple gift or decoration using pine cones, a string of lights, and a jar.

Pizza Pin Cushion

Find out how to make a handy pin cushion, shared by Cyberspace Monkey.

Recycled Almond Can Bank Craft

This bank craft was submitted by Sharon from Canada as part of this Make-It-Over craft challenge. She suggested making a bank using the can.

Recycled Almond Can Organizer Craft

This idea was suggested by several readers as part of this Make-It-Over craft challenge. There were suggestions for creating desktop, dresser, and other organizers made using empty almond cans and decoupage techniques.

Reupholstered Office Chair

Learn how you can use some piece of fabric to give new life to an old chair.

Simple Purse Pattern

These handbags are small and fashionable and can be worn with jeans and a t-shirt or embellished to be used for dressing up for a fancy event, like prom!

Simple Soft Doll

Free instructions for making a simple soft doll - submitted by Spagli.

Snowman Face Craft

Make this neat snowman craft using an old pot lid with a handle - shared by Courtney Privette.

Thanksgiving Napkin Rings

Make your own Thanksgiving napkin rings that look like little pilgrim hats!

Thimble in a Can Craft

Find out how to make a handy thimble holder out of an empty film container - Shared by Cyberspace Monkey.

Thumbunny Loves You

MEDOCREEK shares directions for making a bunny picture using fingerprints! Would make a great gift.

Tie-Dyed Luminaries

Sassy Gal explains how you can turn an ordinary drink container into a tied-dyed luminary!

Toilet Paper Holder

Racheal shared these directions for making a unique container you can use to store extra rolls of toilet paper or it also makes a great gift.

Toilet Paper Pumpkin

A unique Halloween decoration idea shared by Tara from PA.

Toilet Paper Roll Cuff Bracelet

Learn how you can make a fun bracelet out of a toilet paper roll.

TP Drum Ornament

Use these free directions to create a neat drum ornament using a toilet tisse roll. A great Christmas tree ornament or gift.

TP Reindeer Ornament Craft

Use these directions to create a fun reindeer ornament using a toilet tissue roll, shared by Carolyne.

Velvet Pouch Craft

Make a lovely velvet pouch that can be used for anything from a fancy handbag to a spell pouch for Harry Potter party or witches costume!

Warm Fuzzy Craft

Make this simple craft project. It makes a fun toy or a unique gift.

Waterproof Picnic Blanket How-To Video

Protect yourself, and your food, from damp ground during a picnic. We'll show you how to make a waterproof picnic blanket that will keep you comfortable and dry.

Wee Scarecrow

Make a tiny scarecrow out of popsicle sticks. A fun Halloween or Autumn decoration.

Wind Sock Craft

Make this wind sock using a tin can and crepe paper.

Wire Santa Mini Wreath

Instructions to make a Christmas wreath that looks like Santa's face.

Wooden Spoon Scarecrow

Shirley tells how she made scarecrow decorations using a wooden spoon.

Yo-Yo Clown Doll

Use your fabric scraps to make yo-yos, then transform those yo-yos in to a fun clown.

Dolly Hugs

Dolly Hugs is designed to "hug" the child that holds her. Her arms will wrap around the child's neck and her face will press against the child's cheek, bestowing a little kiss.

Make a Nettie Doll

This is an old-fashioned way to make a doll using rug rag strips or it can be made with yarns.

Spring Bouquet

Make this fun craft project and add some spring to your home.

Tie Dye Wall Letters

Grab some tie dye fabric and pull out your paints and you can make these fun and funky wall letters.

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