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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

Seven DIY Projects from Our Favorite Crafty Brits

May 19, 2018

We love seeing what our creative community around the world is making and our friends in the UK never disappoint. Here’s a look at seven incredible DIYs whipped up using Spoonflower fabrics (printed and shipped from our factory in Berlin!) by a handful of our favorite British crafters and just in time for Me Made May.

How to Create a Colorful DIY Yoga Bolster

May 5, 2018

Heading into summer is a great time to take a break and reflect on the goals you set at the start of the year. If better self-care was at the top of your list, what better way to stay motivated and mindful than with a handmade yoga bolster. Spoonflower Berlin crew member Allie is visiting the blog today to share how she whipped up a pattern-blocked bolster to take her practice to the next level using Fill-a-Yard® and Dogwood Denim™!

A German Take on the Classic Recipe Tea Towel

December 12, 2017

Celebrate the holiday season by transforming a family recipe into the perfect gift using Emma Jeffery’s tried and true Handwritten Recipe Tea Towel Tutorial. Spoonflower Berlin crew member Maria shares how she put a German twist on this project using her father’s Stollen recipe in the next installment of our Handmade Holiday Blog Hop!

Maria: Every holiday season I look forward to time spent with my family. While my home in Berlin is only a couple hours north of Dresden, where my parents live, heading home for Christmas is always the most special trip. The excitement that was once filled with gifts and surprises has now been replaced with simple traditions I look forward to year round. My favorite being a slice of my dad’s Stollen, a recipe he only makes once a year. Stollen is a traditional German bread containing dried fruit topped with sugar or icing meant to resemble Jesus as a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths. And while I might be a bit bias, my dad makes the best Stollen! This is my first Christmas working at Spoonflower and after seeing the original recipe tea towel I knew I had to make one for my dad for Christmas. Follow along to learn how to whip one up for your friends and family this holiday season! [Read more…] about A German Take on the Classic Recipe Tea Towel

The DIY Cacti You Need In Your Life Right Now

January 31, 2017

If you’re anything like us, you love the idea of adding plants and greenery to your home but aren’t the best at keeping them alive. Spare yourself — and your plants more pain by whipping up one (or both!) of these adorable plush cacti created by Berlin-based maker Na’ama. Read on for the full how to.

Na’an: Hello there sweet makers! How great is a plant that you never need to water, and still will have a long and beautiful life? When you solve problems with fabrics, like I always do, everything is possible! And if you have the love for cacti, it is a unique plant that can decorate your window, shelf or table. I created 2 different cacti design, so each will never feel lonely. They share similar sewing techniques/methods, with slight variations. Let’s make some cacti! [Read more…] about The DIY Cacti You Need In Your Life Right Now

Spoonflower’s 8 Days of Giveaways! {Now Closed}

December 14, 2016

We’re really feeling the holiday spirit around here, so we decided that for 8 days in December 2016, we’d give Santa Claus a break and give away a few things to all of you! This giveaway was open worldwide beginning at 9:00 a.m. EST on Tuesday, Dec. 13, through Wednesday, Dec. 21 at 8:59 a.m. EST. A new prize draw (just one winner per day, winners may not win twice) was revealed each morning at 9:00 a.m. EST and was available for 24 hours. Congrats to all of our winners below on winning some of the hottest craft supplies of 2016!

Sweet and Simple Holiday Zipper Pillow Tutorial

December 6, 2016

Delicate, heirloom holiday decorations are great, but there’s a special place in our hearts for functional decorations we can get a little use out of! Today our friend Emma Jeffery of the blog Hello Beautiful stops by to share a video tutorial taking you through the steps of how to create your own customized pillow design in Picmonkey to print onto fabric. Then, she’ll walk you through how to stitch up an easy zipper pillow with optional piping. Whether you’re making a thoughtful gift for a loved one or just trying to step up the festive decor in your own home, this tutorial is sure to teach you a thing or two!

Emma designed her pillow using a free, easy to use program called Picmonkey. You can use their fonts, colors and clip art to create unique and personalized designs to use in personal projects or for gifts.

These pillows make great teacher gifts, too! Have kids from the class sign the back of the pillow in fabric pen to make it extra special

If you liked this tutorial, subscribe to our Youtube channel where we’ve been adding lots of fun tutorials and tips.

Looking for more ways to personalize your holiday décor? Check out Emma’s tutorial for an easy embroidered holiday banner!

Learn to Make Your Own Cut-and-Sew Advent Calendar

December 2, 2016

Looking for a fun advent calendar to make and use for years to come? Our super creative friend Anda Corrie of Berlin visits the blog to share a simple cut-and-sew advent calendar she created that fits on one yard of fabric. Read on for the full how to!

Anda: Like me, do you usually wait until it’s way too late to create the Pinterest-worthy advent calendar of your dreams and end up stuck with a printed paper box from Kaiser’s? Make this pocket-style hanging calendar easily in one afternoon instead—and use again year after year!

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Beat Holiday Hosting Anxiety with Inspo from these 9 Breathtaking Tablescapes

November 1, 2016

The holidays are hands down our favorite time of the year. Fall is in the air, and with it, the smell of bonfires, sugary treats, and spiced drinks. But the holidays also brings in-laws, relatives, and more than a little bit of pressure if you’re the chosen host for the feasts and festivities. So we’ve assembled 9 examples of breathtaking table décor to help you beat holiday hosting anxiety. With these as inspiration, you can’t lose!

Floridian tablescape with a tropical color palette

earlier this fall, Niki Stoller, owner and creative director of Seventh Bixel, styled this gorgeous 60th birthday celebration and Faith Danielle was the talented photographer.

These napkins were made with Spoonflower’s linen cotton canvas. Shop the exact design used here.

Photos by Faith Danielle Photo

2016 Handmade Holiday Gift Guide

October 28, 2016

Not sure what to make for your loved ones this year? Well fear not, because we’ve got you covered with a gift idea for everyone on your list. Show your favorite people how much you care with these sweet and simple handmade holiday gifts that are sure to put you on everyone’s “nice” list this year!