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8 Australian Makers Inspiring Our Next DIY Project

June 22, 2018

Whenever we’re at a loss for what to sew next we always know we can count on our creative community to help us find our sewjo! Whether you’re looking to add a quick update to your home, stitch something up for your daughter or whip up a custom garment for yourself, they’ve got you covered. Here’s a look at eight projects created by a few of our favourite Australian makers to inspire your next me-made.

Perfect for chilly winter days or cool summer nights, this pullover stitched up by Katie of Katie Makes a Dress using a colourful print on Fleece designed by amyjpeg is great year round. Stitch up one, or five, for a new playful staple in your wardrobe! [Read more…] about 8 Australian Makers Inspiring Our Next DIY Project

Announcing the Bauhaus Movement Design Challenge Winners

June 21, 2018

Bauhaus Circles by dessineo is the Bauhaus Movement design challenge winner!

From 1919 to 1933, the Bauhaus School was the epicenter of architecture, art and design, and this week, the Marketplace became the epicenter for designs inspired by the “most influential school of all time”. Clean geometric shapes, bold typography and striking colors, took center stage during the Bauhaus Movement challenge and we’re putting our hands together for FIRST-TIME winner, dessineo. Julia’s bright and bold design, Bauhaus Circles, earned her the top spot in the winners’ circle and a $200 Spoonflower credit. We mustn’t forget our second place (mia_valdez) and third place (katerhees) winners who will be receiving $100 and $50 in Spoonflower credit, respectively. Find even more colorful inspiration in the entire top 10.

1. 364 votes for bauhaus circles by dessineo
2. 322 votes for Bauhaus Tropical Cocktail by mia_valdez
3. 307 votes for Bauhaus Records by katerhees
4. 291 votes for Bau Houses by cynthiafrenette
5. 283 votes for geometric bauhaus by gaiamarfurt
6. 276 votes for Bauhaus style birds by avisnana
7. 254 votes for marisierra by analinea
8. 246 votes for Bauhaus Morning Symphony_Lg by robinpickens
9. 232 votes for Bauhaus Geometric by camcreative
10. 218 votes for Boom Chicka Bau Bau by vo_aka_virginiao [Read more…] about Announcing the Bauhaus Movement Design Challenge Winners

How to Repurpose a Table Into a Bar Cart

June 19, 2018

Are you ready to make a statement in your home without breaking the bank? Today, the self-proclaimed “colour wieilding Queen” and blogger behind PMQ for two, Ariel Garneau, is showing how to transform an Ikea make-up table into a rolling bar cart using 1 part Woven Wallpaper and 1 part power tool mixed with 3 parts creativity. We feel confident that by the time you’re finished with this beginner-friendly DIY project, you’ll have a new favorite accent piece in your home and something to cheers to!

How To Customize a Bar Cart In Under An Hour | Spoonflower Blog

Metro – Midcentury Modern by heatherdutton

Meet the Designer: Janine Lecour of lapetitelecour

June 18, 2018

Peachy-Large Scale by lapetitelecour

This week’s edition of Meet the Designer brings us to the peach-state of Georgia, to meet Savannah College of Art and Design graduate and freelance designer, Janine Lecour of lapetitelecour. You may recognize Janine from our blog post, ‘Black Makers and Creatives You Need to Know‘, and she’s back with a more in depth interview giving us a look inside her creative world. If you’re looking to discover brightly intricate artwork with original flair, you’re in for a treat—Janine’s designs POP with exquisite color that we just can’t take our eyes off of. We can’t wait for you to meet this week’s designer!

My day starts with…

“Coffee, a quick check of any morning emails that I may have, and then I look over what needs to be done for the day. Then I put on some music and start working.”

Announcing the Animals of the Ocean Design Challenge Winners

June 14, 2018

Just Jellies – Jellyfish by katerhees

This week’s Animals of the Ocean design challenge is all about the sea creatures that thrive in the great wide-open waters. And, in our pool of designers, incredible talent is easy to catch! Let’s make some noise for grand prize winner katerhees, who will be receiving a $200 Spoonflower credit for her colorful design, Just Jellies – Jellyfish. Also making a splash are second place (studio_amelie) and third place (chicca_besso) winners who will be receiving $100 and $50 in Spoonflower credit, respectively. Continue to explore the underwater world of mysterious marine life in the top ten.

1. 502 votes for Just Jellies – Jellyfish by katerhees
2. 337 votes for Whales in Waves by studio_amelie
3. 301 votes for Corals and Starfish by chicca_besso
4. 286 votes for Marine Commute M+M Red by Friztin by friztin
5. 284 votes for Fishes by la_fabriken
6. 270 votes for Luminescent Rainbow Jellyfish on Navy Blue – large by micklyn
7. 254 votes for Jellyfish in deep blue by pearlposition
8. 249 votes for Ocean life by elena_naylor
9. 243 votes for FISHY by ccapone
10. 235 votes for The Octopus’ Garden by vo_aka_virginiao [Read more…] about Announcing the Animals of the Ocean Design Challenge Winners

Announcing the Animals by Land Design Challenge Winners

June 7, 2018

arazzomedievale by gaiamarfurt

In this week’s Animals by Land design challenge, we’re exploring the diverse array of wildlife that inhabits the earth all across the globe, be it in the jungle, desert, mountains or plains. We’re wonder-fur-ly thrilled for grand prize winner gaiamarfurt, who will be receiving a $200 Spoonflower credit for her adorable design, arazzomedievale. It’s all smiles for the whimsical designs of second place (irrimiri) and third place (studio_amelie) winners who will be receiving $100 and $50 in Spoonflower credit, respectively. See what land-bound critters you can find in the entire top ten.

1. 352 votes for arazzomedievale by gaiamarfurt
2. 313 votes for Running along with the unicorn by irrimiri
3. 307 votes for Woodland Wonder by studio_amelie
4. 300 votes for Forest Friends – teal by diseminger
5. 296 votes for Animals of my forest by toy_joy
6. 296 votes for Chameleon garden by adenaj
7. 276 votes for Armadillos & Cactus by thedoodlingdesigner
8. 271 votes for Aussie Spotted-Tail Quoll by melarmstrongdesign
9. 268 votes for Lazy capybaras in the meadow by lahna_winter
10. 267 votes for Woodland Creatures by megdig_design [Read more…] about Announcing the Animals by Land Design Challenge Winners

Meet maker Janie Allen of Snuppets

June 4, 2018

This week we’re headed to sunny St. Petersburg, Florida to meet Janie Allen, the creator of the original Snuppets™ snack puppets. Janie says the idea came to her when “…My kiddos started going off to school with packed lunches and I wanted to instill the important habit of reusing rather than disposing. I figured if I made something fun, it wouldn’t get left behind in the lunchroom!” Her product line has evolved over time but always with one thing in mind: to create eco-conscious products and solutions for families. We’re so excited to introduce the Snuppet brand to our Spoonflower community. Let’s jump right in!

My day starts with…

“Coffee, kids, dogs and then, more coffee. Oh, and usually some reggae music!”

See How This Pastry Chef Is Making Edible Art

June 1, 2018

What do you get when you mix a penchant for beautiful fabric and a love of perfectly frosted cakes? The sweetest creative niche, according to pastry chef Stephanie Nass aka Chefanie. Describing herself as 51% chef, 49% artist, Stephanie has made a name for herself in the culinary industry through Chefanie Sheets, an innovative dessert “accessory” that can elevate any store bought or homemade dessert, and has found a way to seamlessly blend her love for design and dessert through her Spoonflower shop.

See How This Pastry Chef is Making Edible Art | Spoonflower Blog

Stephanie is head to toe plaid featuring her tartan print.

Announcing July’s Design Challenge Themes

June 1, 2018

This July we’re welcoming back a familiar design challenge partner and saying “hello” to a brand new one! The STEM inspired challenge with our friends at Princess Awesome will have you twirling with excitement, and our second coloring book challenge with the coloring app Lake, will have you working up an appetite. We can’t wait to see where your designs take you this month. [Read more…] about Announcing July’s Design Challenge Themes

Introducing the Princess Awesome Design Challenge

June 1, 2018

In 2013, Princess Awesome co-founders Rebecca Melsky and Eva St. Clair couldn’t find an awesome dinosaur print to make into a girl’s twirly dress. They didn’t want a print that looked like it belonged on boys’ sheets, and they didn’t just want to turn all the dinosaurs pink and put pearls on them. They wanted a print that was vibrant, clever, cute, and fun – so they turned to Spoonflower, and the rest is history.