In The Spotlight!
At Create Whimsy, we share the stories of makers. Learn about their creative journeys, inspirations and more! Browse all of our Spotlight Stories.
Spotlight: Jules Vissers, Textile Artist
Jules Vissers creates richly textured works that explore color, movement, and the quiet power of fiber. Based in Florence, she draws inspiration from the natural beauty around her, weaving together…
Spotlight: Candi Lennox, Modern Quilt Artist
Candi Lennox didn’t grow up around quilting and first discovered it almost by accident when she signed up for a beginner class. What began as a simple winter hobby slowly…
Spotlight: Fleur Woods, Contemporary Fiber Artist
Textile artist Fleur Woods finds inspiration in the small, sparkling moments of everyday life, from garden wanderings to the quiet rhythm of slow stitching. In this interview, she shares how…
Spotlight: Karen Fuller, Weaver and Textile Artist
Karen Fuller is a weaver who finds magic in repetition, color, and the quiet rhythm of thread on a loom. From coloring blueprints in her dad’s toolbox to carving out…
Spotlight: Lilo Whitener-Fey, Trace Creek Quilting
Meet Lilo Whitner-Fey, a creative force who blends heart, hustle, and a whole lot of thread into her quilting journey. In this interview, she shares how her path unfolded, what…
Spotlight: Stacey aka Curious Sleuth
Stacey Rozen is a craftivist, story-threader, yarn graffitist, and digital artist. She is an avid crocheter and her subversive hook opposes conventional fibre handcrafting traditions as a catalyst for craftivism, dialogue, and…
Spotlight: Tilleke Schwarz, Textile Artist
Embroidery artist Tilleke Schwarz has been stitching stories for decades, blending traditional sampler techniques with pop culture, poetry, and unexpected humor. Raised in the Netherlands with plenty of creative freedom,…
Spotlight: Rosanna Lynne Welter, Quilt Artist
Rosanna Lynne Welter’s path to fiber art began with fabric shopping trips alongside her mother and grew into a full-blown love affair with ink, thread, and fearless experimentation. In this…
Spotlight: Susan Martin Maffei, Fiber Artist
Susan Martin Maffei weaves stories the way some people keep journals, slowly, thoughtfully, and with layers of memory stitched into every thread. Her path into tapestry has been guided by…
Spotlight: Polly Bech, Art Quilter
Polly Bech’s creative life is rooted in nature, curiosity, and the quiet power of making by hand. From spiral hand quilting to solar-printed fabrics and earth-toned palettes, she shares how…
Spotlight: Larysa Bernhart, Textile Artist
Step inside the richly layered world of Larysa Bernhardt, where vintage textiles, memory, and intuition intertwine into deeply personal storytelling. From Ukrainian summers at her grandmother’s house to a porch…
Spotlight: Salma Arastu, Multidisciplinary Visual Artist
In this soulful conversation, Salma Arastu shares how growing up in Rajasthan planted the seeds of oneness that now flow through her paintings, poetry, and material choices. She reflects on…Trending Now
Quilted Easter Basket Tutorial
Spring always seems to arrive with a little extra sparkle, and a handmade quilted Easter basket is the perfect way to celebrate the season. These sweet little baskets combine colorful…
How to Make Fabric Easter Bunny Treat Bags: Quick and Easy
Learn how to make a fabric Easter bunny treat bag with our quick and easy tutorial. No pattern is needed! I'll show you how to make these adorable treat bags…
How to Make a Bunny Rabbit Quilt Block: Free Tutorial
This sweet bunny rabbit quilt block is perfect for Easter quilts, baby blankets, or spring sewing projects. With just two fabrics and simple straight seams, you can make a whole…
How to Make Fabric Carrots: Easy DIY Sewing Tutorial for Easter Decor
Learn how to make stuffed fabric carrots with our step-by-step tutorial! This is a quick and easy project, perfect for beginners. And, for those of us with a lot of…
Easy to Make String Easter Eggs: DIY Tutorial
I wanted to make thread Easter Eggs for my 'Easter Tree'! No tools or sewing skills required - just balloons, glue and embroidery floss. Super easy!
DIY Fabric Easter Basket, Free How-To Tutorial
Learn how to make a fabric Easter basket using the fabric rope method. This is a perfect stash-buster project using strips of cotton and quilting fabrics. Pick out the ugly…Latest Stories on Create Whimsy
Spotlight: Avery Tronson, Crochet Artist
Avery Tronson of Citizens Crochet brings a playful, ocean-inspired twist to fiber art, blending creativity, community, and a whole lot of joy. From fruit and whales to giant octopuses, their… Spotlight: Candi Lennox, Modern Quilt Artist
Candi Lennox didn’t grow up around quilting and first discovered it almost by accident when she signed up for a beginner class. What began as a simple winter hobby slowly… Spotlight: Jules Vissers, Textile Artist
Jules Vissers creates richly textured works that explore color, movement, and the quiet power of fiber. Based in Florence, she draws inspiration from the natural beauty around her, weaving together… Quilted Easter Basket Tutorial
Spring always seems to arrive with a little extra sparkle, and a handmade quilted Easter basket is the perfect way to celebrate the season. These sweet little baskets combine colorful… Spotlight: Fleur Woods, Contemporary Fiber Artist
Textile artist Fleur Woods finds inspiration in the small, sparkling moments of everyday life, from garden wanderings to the quiet rhythm of slow stitching. In this interview, she shares how… Spotlight: Karen Fuller, Weaver and Textile Artist
Karen Fuller is a weaver who finds magic in repetition, color, and the quiet rhythm of thread on a loom. From coloring blueprints in her dad’s toolbox to carving out… Spotlight: Lilo Whitener-Fey, Trace Creek Quilting
Meet Lilo Whitner-Fey, a creative force who blends heart, hustle, and a whole lot of thread into her quilting journey. In this interview, she shares how her path unfolded, what…
How to Make a Patchwork Tote Bag
A quilted tote bag is the perfect blend of beauty and practicality, a small quilt you can carry everywhere. Whether you love bold patchwork, modern designs, or textured hand stitching,…
How to Make a Leather Wrapped Rope Handle for a Bag
A leather-wrapped rope handle is the kind of detail that instantly elevates a handmade bag from simple to striking. It combines strength and softness, structure and style, giving your tote… Spotlight: Stacey aka Curious Sleuth
Stacey Rozen is a craftivist, story-threader, yarn graffitist, and digital artist. She is an avid crocheter and her subversive hook opposes conventional fibre handcrafting traditions as a catalyst for craftivism, dialogue, and… Spotlight: Tilleke Schwarz, Textile Artist
Embroidery artist Tilleke Schwarz has been stitching stories for decades, blending traditional sampler techniques with pop culture, poetry, and unexpected humor. Raised in the Netherlands with plenty of creative freedom,… Spotlight: Rosanna Lynne Welter, Quilt Artist
Rosanna Lynne Welter’s path to fiber art began with fabric shopping trips alongside her mother and grew into a full-blown love affair with ink, thread, and fearless experimentation. In this… Spotlight: Susan Martin Maffei, Fiber Artist
Susan Martin Maffei weaves stories the way some people keep journals, slowly, thoughtfully, and with layers of memory stitched into every thread. Her path into tapestry has been guided by… Spotlight: Polly Bech, Art Quilter
Polly Bech’s creative life is rooted in nature, curiosity, and the quiet power of making by hand. From spiral hand quilting to solar-printed fabrics and earth-toned palettes, she shares how… Spotlight: Larysa Bernhart, Textile Artist
Step inside the richly layered world of Larysa Bernhardt, where vintage textiles, memory, and intuition intertwine into deeply personal storytelling. From Ukrainian summers at her grandmother’s house to a porch… Spotlight: Salma Arastu, Multidisciplinary Visual Artist
In this soulful conversation, Salma Arastu shares how growing up in Rajasthan planted the seeds of oneness that now flow through her paintings, poetry, and material choices. She reflects on…
Spotlight: Margaret Grottenthaler, Textile Artist
Margaret Grottenthaler creates quilts that are playful, thoughtful, and refreshingly free-spirited. In this interview, she talks about her path from corporate law to full-time textile artist, her love of colour…
Spotlight: Debra Weiss, Fiber Artist
Debra Weiss has followed a lifelong pull to make with her hands. In this interview, she shares how confidence, curiosity, and a deep love of process have shaped her quiet,…
Spotlight: Nancy Dobson, Textile Artist
Textile artist Nancy Dobson shares how a lifelong love of fabric, nature, and playful experimentation shaped her creative path. From desert hikes and surface design to spontaneous problem-solving in the…