Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Maker's Studio Hello Maker, Digital patterns are amazingā¦ until they donāt print true to size. And if the size is off, even a āperfectā sew turns into a confusing mess fast. One of the biggest problems I see (and yepāI learned this the hard way) is that printing from your internet browser vs. printing from your computer can change the scale. A tiny setting you didnāt even notice can throw the whole pattern off. So I put together a Quick...
6 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Maker's Studio Hello Maker, Do you ever feel like your brain has a limited hard drive? š
I swear I know thingsā¦ and then I donāt touch them for a while and suddenly Iām like, āWaitāhow do I do this again?ā Buttonholes are that thing for me. I donāt sew them often, so before I make one, I always do a quick refresher. And honestly? Thatās why I created my own buttonhole tutorialāso I can pull it up, follow my own steps, and get it right...
30 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hi Reader, I donāt want you to read this one fast. Because enrollment for Surface Design Immersion closes tonight (Feb 24)ā¦ and I keep thinking about my mistake in 2021. I was interested. I could feel that tug. I told myself Iād ādecide later.āAnd then the doors closed. I regretted it more than I expectedānot because I missed a course, but because I realized Iād talked myself out of something I genuinely wanted. So if youāve been circling thisā¦ saving postsā¦ imagining what your creativity...
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Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Shop // Video Tutorials Hello Maker, They say finding a four-leaf clover brings good luckābut crafting your own clover art? That brings happiness guaranteed! This St. Patrickās Day, skip searching the grass and get creative with this charming Clover Button Art project. I remember making this with my kids; we spilled buttons everywhere (twice) and argued over "the perfect green" for our masterpiece. But by the end, we had a vibrant, textured...
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ā¦ to your next step Hello Reader, If your brain is doing that Sunday thingāhalf resting, half mentally preparing for MondayāI want to give you a quick reset. Not a pep talk. Just clarity. First: what āsurface designā actually means Surface design is creating artwork thatās meant to live on a productā¦ usually as a repeat pattern. Itās the skill behind: fabric prints wallpaper gift wrap + stationery home decor (pillows, rugs, quilts) packaging (the kind you stop scrolling for) So if youāve ever...
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Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Maker's Studio Hello Maker, This is the number one question I'm asked over and over again. "Which fleece is which?" The truth is when I started Fleece Fun I didn't know the answer to this one either! But after a little research I was able to piece together the answers you're looking for: Is there a difference between polar and blizzard fleece? What is cuddle or minky fleece? What exactly is Coral Fleece ? Learn the difference: Which Fleece...
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Hello Maker, Ever looked at your bookshelf and thought, "These books could use a touch of Irish luck?" Well, Iāve got a craft that'll make your shelves pinch-proof this St. Patrick's Day! I remember making this while hunting through my craft scraps, thinking I'd need more supplies. Spoiler alert: I didnāt! It's a great way to repurpose vinyl scraps and give those unused books a new story to tell. This DIY Upcycled Book Craft is a simple and charming way to add festive flair to your home, it's...
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Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Maker's Studio Hello Maker, Just when you thought your days in biology were over! Anatomy is so important, it help you understand how something, moves, responds and operates. Did you know that fabric has an anatomy? Most people think fabric is well - just fabric. This flat thing that you use to make stuff. But there's SOOOO much more to it than that. Knowing the anatomy of fabric will not only make your projects turn out better, read...
about 2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Shop // Video Tutorials Hello Maker, This fleece trapper hat doesnāt just bring the cozyāit hides a cool little secret: built-in earphone pockets! Stay toasty while jamming to your favorite playlist, podcast, or audiobook on the go. No more frozen ears or tangled cords under your scarf. Of course, you can skip the tech and just enjoy the classic winter warmth and faux fur flair. Itās beginner-friendly, totally giftable, and comes with a...
about 2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 3 min read