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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.

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Feel the Wave fiber art by Leilani Purvis

Spotlight: Leilani Purvis, Fiber Artist

Leilani Purvis is an award-winning fiber artist and teacher who creates detailed textile art inspired by nature. Look closely at her work; see the animals' inner mood through their eyes.…
Dragons crocheted by Jacki Donhou

Spotlight: Jacki Donhou, Amigurumi Pattern Designer & Author

Jacki Donhou creates whimsical and unique amigurumi crocheted creatures. Her advice? Keep practicing and you'll get better. When did you first start crocheting? How did you start designing your own…
Solace fiber art by Mandy Pedigo

Spotlight: Mandy Pedigo, Fiber Artist

Mandy Pedigo is a dedicated researcher and writer, who brings stories to life in her fiber art. She explores her heritage, as well as land, water, and environmental issues as…
Tangles in the Time Between fiber art by Heather Stoltz

Spotlight: Heather Stoltz, Fiber Artist

Heather Stoltz creates quilted wall hangings and fabric sculptures inspired by social justice issues, Jewish texts, and life as a mother. Look closely at the details in her pieces to…
Black and white macrame piece by Megan Leedom

Spotlight: Megan Leedom, Modern Fiber Artist

Megan Leedom spends most of her time in nature, drawing inspiration from the world around her. She combines the traditional arts of macrame and weaving to create unique wall hangings…
Sassy group at work in Jessie's studio

Working in a Small Group: Sassy

Many artists join or create small groups for sharing and critique which becomes an important part of their art practice. Working in a small group is a way to bounce…
Red star quilt by Courtney Zerizef

Spotlight: Courtney Zerizef, Quilter and Teacher

Courtney Zerizef started using a sewing machine in her mid-20s. For Courtney, creating something is where she feels the most at peace. It’s where her brain can finally turn off,…
Industrial Nightmare fiber art by Willy Doreleijers

Spotlight: Willy Doreleijers, Textile Artist

Willy Doreleijers creates detailed textile art that draws attention to the influence of humans on their living environment. Her pieces are rich compositions, characterized by her bold use of color…
The Orange Jug by Fleur Rendell

Spotlight: Fleur Rendell, Visual Artist

Fleur Rendell has enjoyed art throughout her life, both as a maker and a viewer. She finds inspiration for her work in everyday objects and items that hold memories. How…
Please Save My Children fiber art by Viviana Lombrozo

Spotlight: Viviana Lombrozo, Visual Artist

Viviana Lombrozo enjoys working with a variety of materials and techniques to create her art. Her favorite part? The actual creative process of artmaking. How did you find yourself on…
September fiber art by Joyce Martelli

Spotlight: Joyce Martelli, Fiber Artist

Joyce Martelli grew up with her mother who quilted but didn't have an interest until she took an art quilt class. She works across multiple media, creating art quilts and…
Pink and yellow abstract digital art by Elina Lucas

Spotlight: Elina Lukas, Abstract Artist

Elina Lukas creates abstract art that is impacted by her surroundings, shapes, light and shadows, emotions, and the need to feel peace and tranquility. She works with discipline and consistency,…
Another option for layout of the Road to California quilt using two different color schemes

Road to California Quilt Block Pattern Tutorial

Whether you are going to the Road to California quilt show or not, you can whip up this quick and easy Road to California quilt block pattern! It uses a…
Magic Show book by Erin Fletcher

Spotlight: Erin Fletcher, Bookbinder and Instructor

Erin Fletcher crafted her first book from a weaving while studying at the School of the Arts of Chicago. She wanted to learn more about bookbinding, and continued her education…
Green leaf and pink flower earring beaded by Proud Wednesday

Spotlight: Proud Wednesday, Bead Artists

Meet sisters Keri and Jaymie, who are Proud Wednesday. During the pandemic, Keri purchased a few 'learn to bead' kits, and there was no turning back. Following in their Great…
SIMJI showing her rug tuft hamburger

Spotlight: SIMJI, Rug Tufting Artist

SIMJI is a content creator who took up rug tufting to create content for audiences. She now has millions of followers across social media, and has written her first book.…
I Do Not Say You Are Lying by Robin L. Bernstein

Spotlight: Robin L Bernstein, Artist

Robin Bernstein creates intricate art by cutting designs out of plywood, covering them with a beeswax mixture and pressing thousands of tiny cut pieces of colored string into the wax. Each…
Inversions fiber art by Judy Langille

Spotlight: Judy Langille, Fiber Artist

Judy Langille studied art education in school. She is now a full time artist working with fibers to create her own cloth with natural dyes, screen printing and more. Working…

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