All posts by Morena Hockley

School’s out for summer, and it’s the perfect time for kids to learn a new hobby. I don’t have to tell you that knowing how to sew is so much more than a skill! It’s also a fun hobby, a great stress reliever, and a way to express yourself creatively. We’ve created an easy to […]

Now that you’re done sprucing up your outdoor spaces, it’s time to focus on family fun! Make the most of long summer days with these DIY summer projects. Better yet, include the kids so they can learn new skills and avoid feeling bored! Giant Twister Game Create your own wacky & colorful Twister game mat […]

Fathers are special, and one way to show how much you care is with a handmade gift! Hand crafted projects are a wonderful way to customize a gift, and they also help show how much you care. Men can be hard to craft for, so we want to help. These fabulous gifts to sew for […]

Celebrate the graduates and help them commemorate this special moment in their lives with a handmade gift! These DIY gift ideas can be used to pamper the grad, help them decorate a dorm or new apartment, or make it easier for them to get organized. These graduation gifts to sew will be treasured for years […]

Craft the perfect pillow gifts for dads & grads with this glue resist tie dye project! Pair stencils with glue to create unique pillows that have custom designs and messages. When you DIY your pillow project you can customize it in so many ways. Use this technique to create designs with images, text, or both! […]

You’ve asked for it and Fairfield World has delivered! America’s top choice fiberfill, Poly-Fil, is now available in a dark fiber. Poly-Fil dark is perfect for denim projects, dark colored amigurumi animals, and other crafty DIYs. Check out these ten fun ways that you can use Poly-Fil Dark, and then start stalking your favorite craft […]

Whether you’re looking to completely redo your outdoor living space or just give it a refresh, these trends are sure to inspire! Summer is around the corner, so start making plans to spruce up your porch and patio. Check out the hottest summer outdoor decor trends: they might help you come up with your next […]

Handmade gifts are extra special because they show how much you care. The extra time, effort, and attention that goes into making something for someone makes them feel special. Show mom how much you care with a handmade gift. These ideas for mother’s day gifts to sew would be fun to make and give! Stitched […]

Teaching is a work of heart, and next week we’ll all have an opportunity to show teachers how much we love and appreciate them! The National PTA designates one week every May (this year it will be from May 2-6) as a special time to honor those who dedicate their time and skills to education. […]

Learn how easy it is to turn any stuffed animal plush into a soothing weighted toy by using Poly-Pellets! This step-by-step tutorial will take you through the process. Stuffed animals have been a source of comfort for many, many years. Cuddly furry friends like fuzzy teddy bears and colorful unicorns quickly become the favorites of […]

Earth Day is a great opportunity to learn new ways to reduce waste and protect our environment. Lots of makers are already pros at upcycling and flea market flips. While it’s fun to take something that was going in the trash and repurpose it into something new, it’s a great feeling to know that the […]

Spring is packed with so many things to look forward to: great weather, gardening, and family gatherings for holidays! With all the fun going in, it can be challenging to squeeze in time to craft and sew. These quick projects will help scratch that creative itch and allow you to create cute decor and gifts […]

In years past, sewing and quilting were crafts that were passed from mother to daughter.  Women in families spent a great deal of time working together and teaching younger family members their crafts. Many of you may have acquired your own quilting skills from a beloved mother, grandmother, or aunt.  Handicrafts are such a wonderful […]

April is Autism awareness month, and it is the perfect chance for all of us to put our sewing and crafting talents to use to make projects for our friends who live with sensory issues. Fairfield’s Poly-Pellets® Weighted Stuffing Beads and Poly-Fil® fiber are perfect for making sensory accessories such as weighted blankets, lap pads, […]

You love our pillow inserts and our foam products, but are you aware of the many other Fairfield World items that would be perfect at the heart of your projects?  We asked our Master Makers to share their tips and tricks for working with Fairfield World products. Support Soft Foam Stabilizer In her post called […]

The temperatures are dropping, but the designers at Fairfield World are staying cozy and warm thanks to these handmade projects! With Fairfield World products at the heart of your projects, you can rest assured that the end product will be much loved and well used. Blankets Faux Fur Throw: What could be cozier this winter than a […]

For this installment of our “Meet the Pro” series, we are delighted to introduce you to one of our master makers, Colleen Bell.  You might know her as The Embroiderist, but we know her as a mega-talented maker with a giving heart. Colleen has a generous spirit that is as big as her talent. Presently, […]

This month the Fairfield World team is delighted to introduce you to an artist who is truly one of the best quilters in the world.  Maria Ferri Cousins is an award winning quilter whose most recent honor was having her piece, “Eye Remember”, named Best of World at the 2017 World Quilt Competition. Maria specializes in […]

It’s hard to believe that the holidays are upon us!  Christmas, Hanukkah, and several other special winter holidays will be here soon, so you better start planning your crafting and decorating projects now.  Here are several fun winter and holiday themed projects you can make using several of our favorite Fairfield World products. Animal Themed […]

Golden, crisp leaves falling softly from almost bare trees, Lifting and falling in a hushed gentle breeze, Slowly dropping to the soft cushioned ground, Whispering and rustling a soothing sound. Coppers, golds, and rusted tones, Mother Nature’s way of letting go. They fall and gather one by one, Autumn is here, summer has gone. by […]

Are you as excited about Halloween as we are?  This holiday is the perfect excuse to craft and DIY your little heart out!  From costumes to home decor, there are lots of projects to make.  We have several fun costume and decor ideas to share with you, as always. When it comes to costume making, […]

“One of my core beliefs is that through who we are and what we do, we can inspire great change in ourselves, each other, and in the world. I believe that we can inspire those around us to become happier & more confident through finding their own creativity. That’s the wonderful thing about making art! […]

It’s never too early to start planning for Halloween.  In past years we have shared several fun and easy to make costume ideas with you.  Check out Creative Halloween Costumes, Costumes Made with Pol-Fil, and Last Minute Halloween Ideas for over 30 fabulous costume tutorials you’re sure to love.  This year we’d like to share several home decorating ideas […]

July is here and summer break is halfway over!  In just a few short weeks school will be back in session.  Whether you are preparing someone in your life for preschool, elementary school, or college, you will want to start your back to school projects right now!  To help you get started with your school […]

Summer is finally here!  It’s time to hose down the back porch, dust off the picnic table, and freshen up the outdoor cushions.  The beautiful long days of summer are the perfect excuse to head outdoors for entertaining your friends, family, and neighbors.  To help you make the most of your time outside, we’ve rounded […]

For this “Meet the Pro” segment, we are delighted to introduce you to one of our own Master Makers, Charisma Horton. Charisma is an extremely talented long arm quilter who is well versed in many different styles of quilting. In her own words, “My creative style when it comes to quilting is probably ‘not a […]

Summer is just around the corner.  It’s time to pack up your socks and boots and bust out your nail polish and flip flops.  Hooray for summer!  Before you go shoe shopping, take a look in your closet and see what you can update with a little fabric, a little paint, and a little Stick […]

This month we are shining our spotlight on a leader in the crafting industry:  Mark Montano!  A designer, TV Host, and best-selling author, Mark writes  THE BIG-ASS CRAFT BOOK series.  Published by Simon & Schuster, his books are the best selling craft books in the US. His television appearances include DIY shows like While You […]

If you sew or do any type of crafting that involves fabric, you definitely have fabric scraps piled up somewhere in your work space.  We all do it:  hoard small scraps of fabric that are too large to toss away, yet too small to make into something.  That is, until you combine your small scraps […]

Gifts to make – Mother’s Day will be here before we know it, and what better way to show mom how much you care than with a handmade gift?  Many of us learned to sew, quilt, crochet, and craft with our mothers, so a hand crafted gift will truly show how much you care not […]

We were so delighted with the “Best in Show” winner at the 2017 Quilt Con that we wanted to learn more about the quilt artist behind this amazing piece.  Kathryn Jones wowed both judges and the audience alike with her gorgeous piece called “Bling”, and we are thrilled to feature her in this month’s edition […]

To help get in the mood for St. Patrick’s Day, we’ve rounded up a collection of wonderful sewing projects we are sure will tickle your fancy.  As this fun poem suggests, lead a life of enjoyment by enjoying what you treasure.  In our case, we treasure time spent crafting for ourselves and our loved ones! […]

This month, Fairfield World is pleased to introduce you to a fabulous designer as part of our “Meet the Pro” series.  Amy Reber Designs is an artist who we know you will enjoy as much as we do.  Her fresh, modern, bold designs illustrate that beauty is all around us.   Amy draws from her […]

Free Heart Patterns:  A Round Up of Quilt Patterns and Appliqués. While many people think of cards and paper for Valentine’s Day, the holiday offers lots of  great reasons to sew! Last year we shared 25 Fabric Valentine Projects you can make (click HERE for that list with pictures and links). This year we’re adding to the […]

Each month, the team at Fairfield World likes to introduce a different artist from our community of makers and for this month’s installment of our “Meet the Pro” series we are delighted to share the work of Luke Haynes with you.  Luke was gracious enough to take over Fairfield World’s Instagram feed not too long […]

A new year is just around the corner!  Many people like to make New Year’s Resolutions that deal with health and fitness.  We’d like to encourage you to include creativity in your plans!  Here are ten Resewlutions for you to consider.   Learn something new.  The new year presents an opportunity to start fresh.  Learn […]

Pillow projects are a great way to decorate and add comfort to any room in your house.  Fairfield World offers a huge variety of pillow inserts and foam for any project you can think of.  Here are ten perfect pillow projects to help you start creating your own pillow home decor! Placemat Pillow by Charm […]

Leah Day is an online quilting teacher extraordinaire! She makes instructional quilting videos for YouTube, teaches online classes and workshops, and interacts with quilters every day through Instagram and Facebook. You can find her at her retail site, LeahDay.com, and at her instructional site, The Free Motion Quilting Project. Leah Day started quilting when she […]

Ten Beautiful Table Runner Tutorials for the Holidays you can recreate.  Fall and Christmas bring lots of opportunities for hosting events and dinners at home.  While you might be inclined to pull out your best linens at Thanksgiving, less formal occasions call for smaller items like table runners.  Here are ten beautiful projects to help […]

For this month’s “Meet the Pro” interview we are thrilled to introduce you to Tanner and Courtney from “A Little Craft in Your Day”. These two teen DIYers and entrepreneurs share projects that are fun for makers of all ages. Courtney enjoys creating DIY projects, such as decor for her room and handmade jewelry. She is a freshman at […]

For this month’s “Meet the Pro” interview we are thrilled to introduce you to the delightful Sophia van der Harst of The Poekie Nook.  “Poekie” (which rhymes with “spooky”) is an affectionate name that Dutch mothers call their babies.  Sophia’s Poekies are made with fleece fabric, and lovingly brought to life with charming details, Poly-Pellets, […]

Every month Fairfield World delights in introducing you to some of our favorite designers in the industry.  This month we are thrilled to introduce you to the fun, colorful, unexpected style of Jonathan Fong.  His delightful personality and fun crafting style can be seen on his website, his video channel, and in his books.  Known […]

If you thought Poly-Fil was just for stuffing pillows and plushies, then we’d like to open your eyes to another world of possibilities:  Halloween costumes!  Costumes made using Poly-Fil are creative, lightweight, and affordable to make. Since Halloween is around the corner, we’ve rounded up twelve awesome costumes that you can make yourself using Poly-Fil. […]

The team at Fairfield World loves to learn about the different ways our clients and customers use our varied products.  This month, we’d like to introduce you to one client who helps improve the quality of life of her customers with her specially designed, often custom made products. Stacy from Stacy’s Sensory Solutions strives to create […]

Fairfield World Gives.  The Fairfield World team loves to give back to the community. Doing something positive makes the world a better place for all of us! Recently Fairfield World invited me, one of their Master Makers, to join them in a community service project. Fairfield World would provide over 50 pre-sewn plush animals. I would […]

Little Miss Muffet may have put the tuffet on the map, but this decorating trend is one that, unlike nursery rhymes, lasts long past childhood.  From playrooms to college dorms to apartments, tuffets and poufs (a modern twist on the tuffet) are a great design element.  In addition to being functional, they add a punch […]

We are delighted to introduce you to the amazingly talented Wendi Gratz from Shiny Happy World!  We’re positive that once you see her work you’ll love her just as much as we do at Fairfield World. We are thrilled that Wendi uses Poly-Fil Supreme Ultra Plush in all her creations.  She raved about the quality […]

Summer is a great time for learning new skills or starting new projects!  Take advantage of the sunny days, the warmer weather, and your vacation time to make something for yourself.  To help you get started with your sewing, we’ve compiled a list of fabulous, fun, summer themed projects that you can sew this summer! […]

Each month Fairfield World likes to showcase a maker who is a real pro in their field.  This month we are so excited to introduce you to is Samantha Hudson from Snow.  Samantha designs and creates amigurumi, a Japanese style of crochet, meaning ‘knitted/crocheted stuffed doll’.  Not sure what that looks like?  Here’s a sample of […]

From approximately 1907 to 1912, the American farm and living magazine Hearth and Home invited its readers to contribute pieced cloth blocks that represented their respective states.  The request for submissions was extremely successful, and readers sent in many designs that they felt showcased their home state.  Selected blocks were photographed and included in the print magazine. […]