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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

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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!

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Alison Swimsuit Sew Along: Part 2

September 12, 2016

Welcome back to part two of our Alison swimsuit sew along with Sport Lycra! This type of fabric is just perfect to use for sewing up your own swimwear, and the Alison swimsuit sewing pattern is a great option since it is a one piece and can really show off the awesome print you chose for your fabric!

We left off last time in part 1 of the Alison Swimsuit Sew Along sewing the crotch seams together, and now it’s time to finish off the rest of the bodice. Grab your bust piece since we will be starting there.

41 Genius Projects to Make for Back to School in 2016

August 19, 2016

Whether you’re prepping your child for the first day of first grade, high school, or sending them off to college, make sure your kiddo is the coolest in class with 41 of the craftiest “Back to School” DIYs ever assembled!

1. Protect your notebook and make it your own with a DIY custom cover

Notebook cover (with pockets!) tutorial | Ceri Staziker

Personalized notebook covers | Ceri Staziker

2. Drawstring backpacks tote everything from calculators to extra snacks.

Perfect for an after school activity bag and quick to sew up | Purl Soho

3. Make a “Cat-n-Sew” pencil case

Get a head start on back-to-school crafting with this adorable pencil case! | Wood Mouse & Bobbit

4. Go “old school” in the classroom with this Vintage USA Map Chart inspired by German Rollkarte.

Vintage School Chart tutorial | Anda Corrie

Recover A Kid’s Art Desk in 5 Simple Steps

August 16, 2016

It’s already August and we can smell the school supplies! But does your kiddo have a cozy, quiet workspace at home to tackle homework and creative projects? Scientific research shows that kids are more likely to do their school work when their desk has fun wallpaper on it. Well, ok maybe it’s not scientific research but we’re pretty sure it’s still true! Read on to learn how you can revamp a boring old desk with Spoonflower’s temporary peel-and-stick wallpaper.

Colorful peel & stick wallpaper featuring "Colored Pencils" design by Rubydoor

Colorful Woven Peel & Stick wallpaper featuring “Colored Pencils” by Rubydoor

The Perfect Summer Weekend |DIY Hammock + A Good Book!

July 16, 2016

We’re deep into the lazy days of summer now. Amidst the heat, summer outdoor activities, and family vacations, it’s good to take some time to relax, breathe deeply, and enjoy simpler pleasures. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite summer DIYs and fabric recommendations to promote serious summer vacation vibes!

DIY a hammock out of a beach towel for a breezy place to rest your head.