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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How to Make a Bowl Cozy: Free Pattern Tutorial
Bowls come in a variety of sizes. Many of the bowl cozy patterns and tutorials only give you directions for one or two sizes. In this article, I'm going to…
How to Organize Fabric Scraps: Tips and Ideas
Are you like me? As you are working on a project, there are little pieces you know will be great for another project. How can I make sure I can…
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…
Easy Christmas Stocking Pattern Sewing Tutorial
Looking for an easy Christmas stocking pattern? You can make this in less than an hour! Starting with fleece makes this a sewing project that is perfect for beginners. This…
How to Make a Table Runner: Beginner Sewing Tutorial
The methods I use in this how-to article for making a table runner make a perfect sewing project for beginners! Start with a top that can be pieced, like I…
Fabric Honeycomb Ornament
Looking to add a touch of whimsy and charm to your holiday decorations this year? Why not try making a fabric honeycomb ornament! This unique craft project allows you to…
Spotlight: Mattie Rhoades, Fun and Easy Quilting
Mattie Rhoades has a passion for making the complex simple. With a background in Special Education and a love of quilts and garment construction she has developed patterns and instructions…