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Create Whimsy

Create Whimsy

At Create Whimsy, we’re artists, makers, crafters and creators – just like you. We share the stories of makers and what they make, inspiring creativity in our everyday lives.

If you enjoy inspiring artist Spotlight interviews as well as helpful how-to tutorials and project ideas for quilting, embroidery, beadwork, sewing and fiber art, then settle in with a cuppa or a glassa.

We think that after you visit you’ll want to come back!

Troy working in his shop

Spotlight: Troy Daniel of The Coggler’s Shoppe

Steampunk fan Troy Daniel of the Coggler's Shoppe incorporates the steampunk aesthetic into his art. But he goes beyond the typical and creates a variety of unique art that brings…
Dog portrait by Holly

Spotlight: Holly Glenn, Painter & Maker

Holly Glenn has so much energy that takes her down many creative paths. She recently has taken on wire wrapped jewelry, but loves to paint, sculpt, do woodwork and make…
Kayla's studio

Spotlight: Kayla Kennington & Her Studio

Kayla Kennington is an artist, designer and educator. Sewists everywhere love her clothing patterns for their universal appeal, ease of fit and clear instructions. But she does so much more…
Colette Stupendous Stitching

Colette, Quilter and Maker

Colette is a quilter and maker, and does magic on her Pfaff sewing machine as a former Educator for Pfaff. She knits, beads and loves to keep her hands and…
James McLernon RUFF

Spotlight: James McLernon, Painter and Sculptor

James McLernon is a painter and sculptor, who loves to focus on the unknown and paranormal. His sculptures and paintings use both traditional and contemporary forms, which in turn reflects…
Monster feet yarn bombing

How to Yarn Bomb: Fun, Easy and Inspired Ideas

Have fun yarn bombing! It's temporarily covering an object with knitted, crocheted, woven, stitched or wrapped yarn. Make funny, easy or complex yarn bombs.
Pixel in her tutu

DIY Valentine Gifts for Dogs

Include your pets on Valentine's Day with DIY toys, scarves and tutus. Super easy projects using felt, fleece, repurposed tee shirts and more!
Wine bag finished 1

Creative Gift Wrap Ideas

Make use of non-traditional wrapping materials or use what you already have in your closet in a whole new way to package a gift creatively.
More modern embroidery patterns by Patchwork Posse

10 Resources for Free Hand Embroidery Patterns!

I've found some blogs and websites that offer free embroidery patterns! Patterns for whatever mood strikes. All designs are free!
Fabric folded and fabric wrapped on comic book boards

Best Fabric and Thread Storage Ideas: Organize Your Stash

Ready for your MSM (Master of Stash Management) degree? Check out this collection of fabric storage ideas to make the best use of your studio space.
Small bag holding embroidery project

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…
Best tools for Hand Embroidery

Best Tools for Hand Embroidery

Tools for hand embroidery are not complicated, but you want the best quality you can afford. The best scissors, needles, threaders, hoops and books are here.
Best threads for Hand Embroidery horizontal image of threads

Best Threads for Hand Embroidery: Floss and Thread Guide

The thread you choose for hand embroidery can change the look of your project. Matte or shiny? Thick or thin? smooth or nubby? Cotton, silk, wool or metallic?
Couching, finished

Couching Stitch Tutorial: Tips and Video

This is the perfect embroidery stitch to showcase a thread as the decorative thread stays entirely on top of your work, held in place with a working thread.
Split stitch another angle of bringing your needle through the thread

How to do the Split Stitch Embroidery: Hand Embroidery Tutorial

With Split Stitch, you split your thread with the point of the needle in the middle of each stitch. The overlap adds texture to the hand embroidered line.
Finished stem stitch in solid green

How to Stem Stitch Embroidery; Tutorial with Video

If you follow your line and take small, consistent stitches, tight curves appear smooth with Stem Stitch. You can achieve sharp corners, too.
Fly stitch sample

Fly Stitch Embroidery

The Fly Stitch can be birds in the air, a long curly vine or a decorative fill stitch - and it's easy! You'll want to know this hand embroidery stitch.
Chain Stitch Embroidery

Chain Stitch Embroidery; How to Tutorial and Video

I love working my hand embroidery in chain stitch! But one of the lovelies of the chain stitch is its versatility. Can be dense or open and airy.

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