DIY

Get Organized with this DIY Tool Belt

February 20, 2018

Stuck in a home décor rut? Spending so much time at home staring at the same old walls can be great motivation to give your interior spaces a DIY facelift, but before you embark on your next home renovation adventure, we have a project you’ll want to do first– consider it a warm-up! A Dogwood Denim™ tool belt will help you keep everything you’ll need at your fingertips and it makes the perfect customizable gift idea for Mr. or Mrs. Fix-It.

Get Organized with this DIY Tool Belt How-To | Spoonflower Blog

The Best Woodshop by chicca_besso

This project has a lot of pieces, but we promise it’s worth it to have so many compartments to sort all your odds and ends in one place. Grab yourself a yard of Dogwood Denim and let’s get started! [Read more…] about Get Organized with this DIY Tool Belt

7 Tips to Transform the Way You Sew Knits

February 18, 2018

If you’re new to sewing, the thought of working with knit fabrics might have you running in the opposite direction. Nightmares of fabric slipping all over the place and broken stitches galore may haunt you at night but today’s tips and tricks from the London based blogger behind Wanderstitch will be a dream come true. By the end of Sarah’s visit, you’ll be ready to create your own version of her Sport Lycra Kielo Wrap Dress!

Top Tips for Sewing with Heavyweight Fabrics

February 7, 2018

Scrolling through Tasha Moss’s Instagram feed, you might just feel like you’ve taken a step back in time. Tasha’s iconic vintage style — see it all documented on her blog, By Gum, By Golly — mixed with her no-fear approach to sewing makes her the perfect person to test out our newest fabric, Dogwood Denim™. If sewing with heavyweight fabrics like denim, Celosia Velvet or Eco Canvas have you running out of the sewing room, we think Tasha’s top tips will be just what you need to get started!

5 Ways to Personalize a Map with Embroidery

February 2, 2018

Calling all world travelers, history buffs and DIY enthusiasts! If you’ve been looking for a creative way to highlight your road trip memories or trace your family ancestry, today’s tutorial by embroidery enthusiast and Spoonflower maker Robert Mahar is the “X marks the spot” on your handcrafted adventure. Once you’ve seen the five ways Robert personalizes a map with embroidery, keep your DIY journey going by reserving a spot at Craftcation, a four-day business + makers conference filled with DIY workshops including an embroidery class from Robert!

See How to Sew an Easy Pet Bandana | Video Tutorial

February 1, 2018

Want to add a little flair or a splash of color to your pet’s collar? As easy as they are cute, this DIY pet bandana is guaranteed to have you and your pups jumping for joy. And with a free downloadable PDF pattern and video tutorial, you’ll be surprised how fast this project sews up. Grab your favorite fat quarter of fabric and get started!

Easy DIY Pet Bandanas | Spoonflower Blog

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The Perfect Zipper Pouch in 9 Easy Steps | Video Tutorial

February 1, 2018

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Zipper pouches require only a little bit of skill and a fat quarter of fabric, but they go a long way in showing off your personal style. Make one in Satin or Faux Suede as an evening accessory or whip one up in Dogwood Denim™ to wrangle travel essentials in your car or corral pencils in your kid’s backpack.

Whether you go functional or decorative, these make an easy (and fun!) way to get organized.

25 Projects for Your Blissfully DIY Wedding

January 31, 2018

Wedding planning season has arrived and we’re highlighting 25 of our favorite projects to help you achieve the DIY wedding of your dreams. From unique ways to jazz up your dancing shoes to inventive photoshoot backdrops and custom bridesmaids dresses, we’ve got all skill levels and time commitments covered. Get comfortable, relax and enjoy the inspirational view—then don’t forget to bookmark your favorites. We promise there’s something for every crafty bride on our list!

The Essential Toddler Tee | Free Pattern and Video Tutorial

January 31, 2018

Searching for something to keep your little one stylish AND comfortable? This DIY Toddler Tee tutorial (free pattern included!) is guaranteed to make everyone happy. These are a cinch to sew up, and you can customize them to your child’s style. Pair with leggings for the ultimate comfy and crafty outfit. Check out the video tutorial below, or jump down to follow along with the step by step guide.

The Essential Toddler Tee | Free Pattern and Video Tutorial | Spoonflower Blog

Featured designs: Arctic Boats by fabelvag, Swedish Boy on Goose by revista, Kawaii Forest Faces on Pink by cjldesigns, Strawberry Summer Party by heleen_vd_thillart

Prove your Love for Sushi with this DIY Nigiri Plushie

January 30, 2018

Remember the days when you were told “don’t play with your food”? We hope you’re ready to throw that rule out the window for today’s tutorial by the cut-and-sew connoisseur, Na’ama. The Berlin-based maker is back with a new DIY plushie that we know you’re going to love soy much. Sharpen your chopsticks, grab your fabric shears and get ready to create the most adorable nigiri plushie.

Na’ama: Hello there sweet makers! Do you have a great love for Japanese food like I do? Well sometimes I think that this love is not only about the fact that it tastes amazing, but also because it’s a very aesthetic cuisine. The thing with food is that no matter how pretty it is, it will always be eaten at the end (or rot). This is why you need to have this Nigiri dude by your side, on your desk or on a shelf, just to remind you forever how great sushi is! Oh, and I created a companion friend for him – Mr. Soy, to spice things up! [Read more…] about Prove your Love for Sushi with this DIY Nigiri Plushie

From Drab to Dreamy: A Bookcase Renovation

January 24, 2018

Feeling the winter blues? The cold days of January can make anyone stir-crazy. Instead of staring at the same old furniture, cheer up your space with this easy weekend project using our go-to home déc material: woven wallpaper. Whether you use an old bookcase at home or pick one up from a tag sale, this refresh is guaranteed to help you see your reading nook in a new light! Follow along as Spoonflower’s president, Allison Sloan Polish, takes you through the DIY.