Spotlight: Sarah Gunn and Julie Starr, Sewists and Authors
Online sewing friends Sarah Gunn and Julie Starr met one day for lunch and the creative sparks flew! The result was their first successful book proposal, and they have collaborated,...
Sewing
Sewing
Whether you sew by machine or by hand – making clothes or a quilt, there’s a technique that’s perfect for your next sewing project.
If you are looking for inspiration for your next sewing project, look to our Spotlight interviews on Create Whimsy. We highlight great garment seamstresses like Barbara Emodi, creative wearable artists like Lorraine Torrence and embroidery artists like Lynn Krawczyk.
We’ve talked to modern art quilters like Carole Lyle Shaw, traditional quilters like Jenny Doan, and art quilters like Laura Wasilowski.
Or pick up some tips and tricks for quick and easy sewing projects like making a snap on scarf for your dog, or fiber wrapped bowls.
Spotlight: Minki Kim, Fabric and Pattern Designer
With her sweet designs and easy techniques, Minki Kim shows you how to draw with fabric and thread, both by hand and machine. She captures everyday moments, then keeps those...
Spotlight: Jess Finn, English Paper Piecing Designer
With makers on the move, it's no surprise that the portable technique of English Paper Piecing (EPP) is on the rise, and Jess Finn is at the center of the...
How To Make A Book Cover With Pen Quiver
Those of you who know me well know that I balance a lot of different things in my life -- full-time job that is busy, managing Create Whimsy (my passion...
Spotlight: Christine Mayer, Fashion Designer
Fashion upcycling pioneer Christine Mayer takes garments and textiles that have a history of use and transforms them into sought-after clothing designs. The new life she gives these textiles comes...
Spotlight: Sue Beevers, Fabric and Quilt Pattern Designer
While most people are content with just one or two creative pursuits, a few people seem to create nonstop. Sue Beevers doesn't think it's unusual that she quilts, spins, weaves,...
How to Make a Field Notes & Passport Wallet
I need to keep much better track of the mileage I drive for business - I always plan to write it down when I get into the house. But I'm...
How to Make Blossom Bins
I love to embellish my pieces with stitching and beads. All of those threads and bead tubes, the needles and thimble jumble up on a tray. Cute little Blossom Bins...
Spotlight: Cas Holmes, Textile Artist
To explore Cas Holmes' work, you have to engage with layers - layers of fabric, paper, paint, ephemera and stitch that bring the often overlooked to the front of mind....
The Art of Mending: Boro Stitching and Visible Mending
There is a resurgence in popularity in the art of mending. Before the age of disposable fashion, our grandmothers bought good clothes and, as they became worn, they mended them....
