How to Make a Jelly Roll Rug
I had seen and admired the beautiful and colorful pictures of jelly roll rugs and wanted to try to make one for myself! Spoiler alert - it is a lot...
Sewing
Whether you have been sewing for a long time or just got your first sewing kit to learn how to sew buttons, you’re in good company! Experts and beginners alike share a love for creating with needle and thread. They also love to trade tips on the best sewing supplies. So thread that sewing machine or cozy up with a meditative hand sewing project. Our amazing fiber artists and easy-to-challenging sewing projects, both traditional and innovative, are sure to inspire your next creative adventure.
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Best Sewing Supplies and Quilting Tools: My Must-Have List
Whether you are sewing a garment, home dec, or making a traditional, modern or art quilt; there are some notions that you need to have in your sewing room /...
Best Fabric and Thread Storage Ideas: Organize Your Stash
Ready for your MSM (Master of Stash Management) degree? I love seeing the innovative ways creative people store and organize their fabric. But the solutions are not one-size-fits-all. What works...
Sewing Clothes
Spotlight: Sonya Philip, Garment Designer
Born in the Philippines to creative parents, Sonya Philip has explored the world of art with a multicultural perspective. In addition to the Philippines, her family has lived in San...
Spotlight: Sarah Gunn and Julie Starr, Sewists
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,...
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...
Sewing Face Masks
How to Make a Fitted Face Mask
Who would have thought that we'd be in this situation where we need patterns and instructions on how to make our own face masks? We've tested some patterns, read a...
How to Make a Pleated Face Mask
I never thought that I would be writing a post about how to make a pleated face mask on Create Whimsy. This is a place to share inspiration and projects...
How to Make a Face Mask from a Template
As long as we need to wear face masks, I like to have a deep inventory. I need fresh ones - doing laundry is not my favorite quarantine activity when...
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Spotlight: Leonie Castelino, Fine Art in Textiles, Contemporary Bojagi
Leonie Castelino creates intricate works of art in Contemporary Bojagi reflecting on societal issues with a focus on challenges women and girls endure. Inspired by the ancient Bojagi Korean wrapping…
Spotlight: Martha Hudson, Inclusive Swimwear Designer
Martha Hudson has been sewing as long as she can remember. She began a side hustle sewing to help make ends meet and posting her creations on social media. Swimming…
Spotlight: Evelyn Toomistu, Bespoke Hand Stitched Leather Gloves
Evelyn Toomistu has taken her diploma work of designing a glove collection to a business creating custom hand stitched leather gloves. She enjoys experimenting with designs for new glove patterns…
What is Slow Stitching? Mindful Stitch Project Ideas
Slow stitching is the practice of hand sewing as part of a regular creative practice. Some people make the time to stitch daily. The sewing can be mending, working on…
Spotlight: Laura Coia, Host ‘Sew Very Easy’ YouTube
Meet Laura Coia host of Sew Very Easy YouTube Channel. Celebrating her 10th anniversary on You Tube, Laura shifted from teaching sewing and quilting in person, to online long before…
Confetti Quilting: Art Quilts from Scrap Fabric
Improvisational piecing results in original fiber art design that evolves piece by piece. The quilt is pieced on my home sewing machine and hand quilted.
How to Make a Quilt Coat: Sew a Quilted Jacket
We've seen beautiful fashions made from thrift finds, including quilt coats and jackets. In this article, I'll explain the basics of how to make a quilted coat, including tips on…
Spotlight: Ramune Jauniskis, Fiber Artist
Ramune Jauniskis has been a maker her entire life. She now creates whimsical pieces with fibers, fabric, and embellishments. Her goal is to bring a smile to people with her…