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: Anne Bowers, Basket Artist
Anne Bowers went to a one-day basket making class and was hooked! Her signature is ribbed baskets. She adapts the basic structures to create modern baskets with the use of…
Spotlight: Kestrel Michaud, Fine Artist and Art Quilter
Kestrel Michaud grew up in a creative home, encouraged to follow her passion. In high school, she discovered fabric as a medium and then studied fine arts in college. It…
Spotlight: Linda Steele, Textile Artist
Linda Steele started quilting as an adult when a friend encouraged her to take a patchwork class. Over time, she started designing her own improvised quilts, finding inspiration in fabrics,…
Spotlight: Ellen Ramsey, Contemporary Tapestry Artist
Ellen Ramsey finds inspiration for her work in technology. She studied art history and worked in museums before becoming a contemporary tapestry artist. Photo credit: Jean Kercheval, Kercheval Photography How…
Spotlight: Barbara Oliver Hartman, Fiber Artist
Barbara Oliver Hartman began designing her original quilt designs when she realized she couldn't follow the directions in a pattern. She creates intricate art quilts with very small bits and…
Spotlight: Niraja Lorenz, Visual Artist
Niraja Lorenz has always loved creating. She began piecing bits of fabric together in 1994. A workshop with Nancy Crow in 2007 exposed her to new ways of working. She…
Spotlight: Kuhn Hong, Artist
Kuhn Hong started sketching on the backs of scrap paper his mother brought home after teaching school. He continued his love of art throughout high school, and then attended medical…
Spotlight: Kit Vincent, Textile Artist
Kit Vincent came to quilting for a very practical reason - she wanted a large piece of textile art for her dining room wall. She now creates original art exploring…
Spotlight: Kim Diehl, Fabric Designer and Quilter
Kim Diehl found a sampler quilt pattern she loved, bought the supplies and made her first quilt. She's never looked back. Kim is a self-taught quilter who has developed her…
Spotlight: Karen Gelbard, Fiber Artist
Karen Gelbard is a seasoned textile designer who uses the power of the loom to craft fabrics rich in texture and color. Her work is inspired by the rhythm of…
Spotlight: Deb Berkebile, Art Quilter
Deb Berkebile designs detailed art quilts inspired by satellite imagery creating ‘false-color’ artistic depictions of remote-sensed images. She has worked with textiles her entire life, she now uses surface design…
Spotlight: Linda Rettich, Fiber and Bead Artist
Linda Rettich found her artistic calling in beading, a medium she initially didn't expect to embrace. She creates intricate pieces with small seed beads, allowing her to feature rich details…
Spotlight: Robin O’Neil, Quilter and Designer
Robin O'Neil began quilting with traditional techniques and now works organically to create each quilt. She works big and in a series, creating as she goes on her design wall.…
Spotlight: Cathy Perlmutter, Quilt Designer
Cathy Perlmutter is a passionate quilter and designer who stumbled upon a local quilt show that completely changed her life. Since then, she has explored a diverse range of themes…
Spotlight: Soosen Dunholter, Mixed Media and Paper Collage
Soosen Dunholter has had a lifelong passion for creating art. Her work is organic, instinctive and always evolving. She has a signature style that feeds the soul, inviting viewers to…Trending Now
Drunkards Path Quilt Pattern
The Drunkards Path quilt pattern is a traditional quilt pattern that can create movement across the quilt top using quarter circle blocks. It's a classic design that features curved quilt…
Pine Cone Quilts
Betty Ford Smith keeps the legacy of Pine Cone quilts alive. After interviewing her for Create Whimsy I became fascinated with Pine Cone Quilts, also referred to as a Pine…
How to Sashiko Stitch: A Step-by-Step Guide
Sometimes I want to get a project done really fast, but lately I have picked up a hand stitching project when I want to unwind. The slow, meditative process of…
How to Make A Ruana
A ruana is a heritage garment that is similar to ponchos worn in South American countries. It's easy to make and comfortable - no pattern needed!
How to Make an EPP Moravian Star Ornament
EPP Moravian Star Ornaments made with diamonds are an adaptation of an 1830's geometry lesson. The first known star, made in a German boys' school had 110 points! This version…
Easy Bags to Sew
A bag has simple seams, can be made from just one or two fabrics, and is achievable in a relatively short period of time - if you select the right…Latest Stories on Create Whimsy
Spotlight: Sarah Gardner, Mixed Media Artist
Sarah Gardner has been a maker for her entire life. She now embraces play in her practice creating bright and colorful mixed-media art. With no set schedule, she makes time…
Spotlight: Adrienne Preiss, Recycled Apparel Designer
Adrienne Preiss grew up in a home filled with creativity. She saw a hat she liked and her mother made it for her from an old sweater. That was the…Spotlight: Anne Bowers, Basket Artist
Anne Bowers went to a one-day basket making class and was hooked! Her signature is ribbed baskets. She adapts the basic structures to create modern baskets with the use of…Spotlight: Linda Steele, Textile Artist
Linda Steele started quilting as an adult when a friend encouraged her to take a patchwork class. Over time, she started designing her own improvised quilts, finding inspiration in fabrics,…Spotlight: Kestrel Michaud, Fine Artist and Art Quilter
Kestrel Michaud grew up in a creative home, encouraged to follow her passion. In high school, she discovered fabric as a medium and then studied fine arts in college. It…Spotlight: Ellen Ramsey, Contemporary Tapestry Artist
Ellen Ramsey finds inspiration for her work in technology. She studied art history and worked in museums before becoming a contemporary tapestry artist. Photo credit: Jean Kercheval, Kercheval Photography How…Spotlight: Barbara Oliver Hartman, Fiber Artist
Barbara Oliver Hartman began designing her original quilt designs when she realized she couldn't follow the directions in a pattern. She creates intricate art quilts with very small bits and…Spotlight: Kuhn Hong, Artist
Kuhn Hong started sketching on the backs of scrap paper his mother brought home after teaching school. He continued his love of art throughout high school, and then attended medical…Spotlight: Niraja Lorenz, Visual Artist
Niraja Lorenz has always loved creating. She began piecing bits of fabric together in 1994. A workshop with Nancy Crow in 2007 exposed her to new ways of working. She…Spotlight: Kit Vincent, Textile Artist
Kit Vincent came to quilting for a very practical reason - she wanted a large piece of textile art for her dining room wall. She now creates original art exploring…
How to Make Pom Poms with Yarn – 8 Different Ways
No matter how you spell pom poms (pom-poms, or pompoms), they are all adorable fluffy balls of yarn that are used for embellishing clothing, accessories, and home dec projects. In…Spotlight: Kim Diehl, Fabric Designer and Quilter
Kim Diehl found a sampler quilt pattern she loved, bought the supplies and made her first quilt. She's never looked back. Kim is a self-taught quilter who has developed her…Spotlight: Karen Gelbard, Fiber Artist
Karen Gelbard is a seasoned textile designer who uses the power of the loom to craft fabrics rich in texture and color. Her work is inspired by the rhythm of…Spotlight: Deb Berkebile, Art Quilter
Deb Berkebile designs detailed art quilts inspired by satellite imagery creating ‘false-color’ artistic depictions of remote-sensed images. She has worked with textiles her entire life, she now uses surface design…
How to Crazy Quilt: Guide and Tutorial for Beginners
Crazy quilts have asymmetrical designs, vibrant colors, and intricate stitching patterns. Originating in the late 19th century as a rebellion against the rigid rules of traditional quilting, this unique art…
Spotlight: Pam Morris, Textile Artist
Pam Morris embarked on her quilting journey when she was gifted a red, white, and blue rail fence quilt kit by her mother-in-law. Since then, she's continuously evolved her quilting…Spotlight: Linda Rettich, Fiber and Bead Artist
Linda Rettich found her artistic calling in beading, a medium she initially didn't expect to embrace. She creates intricate pieces with small seed beads, allowing her to feature rich details…
How to Make Gift Box Ornaments
Why not have gifts on and under your tree this year with these adorable gift box ornaments? Learn how to make gift box ornaments with our step-by-step instructions. All you…
How to Make a Homemade Lined Christmas Stocking
Learn how to make a homemade lined Christmas stocking with our step-by-step tutorial for this holiday season! In this article, I'll show you how to make one by drafting your…