The Fairfield World Blog

Makers and sellers are gearing up for the biggest shopping season of the year! If you’re like me, you’ve been busy sprucing up your listings to prepare for the holidays. No matter how amazing your handcrafted product is, the photos are what will sell it. It can be challenging ( and expensive) to come up […]

The upcoming holidays mean lots of down time with the kids at home. Between Thanksgiving Break and Winter Break, kids are looking forward to at least three weeks of no school. This is the perfect opportunity to occupy their hands and minds with crafts! Whether you’re a parent or whether you’re running grandma camp, these […]

It’s party and potluck season! When the temps drop outside the parties move indoors. There are so many wonderful opportunities to gather together in the months ahead. No matter what you’re celebrating, don’t forget to celebrate the person hosting the gathering! These DIY hostess gifts are fun to make and give you an opportunity to […]

It’s potluck season! Whether it’s an informal get together, a school or church event, or a holiday get together, lots of us will be toting side dishes and desserts around. Show up in style and carry your dish safely with these casserole and pie carrier tutorials. These projects also make great gifts, too! Casserole Carrier […]

How does a professional magician and clown wind up surrounded by boxes of Poly-Fil? When Covid shut down the circus, Random Creations by Red brough the carnival home with him! This self taught sculptor and creative taxidermist uses Fairfield World products at the heart of his whimsical and unique pieces of art. How it Started […]

The fourth Saturday of October is Make a Difference Day. We’re going to take a brief break from Halloween costumes and craft projects to focus on how we can use our skills to make someone’s day brighter. Please join us on October 22, 2022, to help make a difference (big or small!) We Make For […]

Spooky season is here! It’s the perfect time to make adorably creepy creatures for yourself or as gifts for others. If you enjoy sewing, check out the three-in-one free pattern in my tutorial for how to make big eyes critters. For the crafters, check out this giant spider tutorial for Halloween. If you enjoy crochet […]

There’s a twister! Use Poly-Fil Dark & Light to make a one of a kind Halloween costume with this tornado costume tutorial. My son is so excited to wreak havoc with this costume! The second he put it on he was twirling all over the yard and shouting “I’m a tornado!” Thanks to the ultra […]

It’s creepy season, my friends! While Fairfield World products are PERFECT for sweet and snuggly gifts like cuddly plushies and gorgeous quilts, they’re also a GREAT choice for Halloween crafting. Poly-Fil Dark is perfect for dark colored projects like these massive spiders. They’re simple enough to make that I was able to create 5 in […]

Fall brings crisper temps, pumpkin spice, hay rides, and Halloween! What’s not to love about this time of year? Autumn also is host to National Sewing Month, giving you yet one more reason to head to your sewing machine and start making. I recently shared several beautiful and easy to make fall themed projects, and […]

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, when various organizations around the globe increase awareness and raise money to fight childhood cancer. The American Childhood Cancer Organization encourages everyone to Go Gold® during September in honor and in memory of kids with cancer. This seems like the perfect month to highlight the work of a group […]

My friends, this month is for YOU! No matter what level you are at or what kind of projects you make, this month is dedicated to honoring you and your craft.  September is National Sewing Month, a presidentially proclaimed celebration of the importance of home sewing in the United States of America. This month is […]

Create a new weekend tradition with this fun idea! Craft a cozy outdoor space with movie night pillows. Everyone will love to lounge here while watching movies outside. Now that temps are dropping it’s the perfect time to head outdoors. Take advantage of end of summer clearance sales to stock up on inflatable pools that […]

“When happiness pours out of your heart, good pours out into the world.” – Gillian Duce. If you’re having a bad day, these heartwarming stories will change your mood! Many makers know how personally therapeutic sewing and crafting can be, and several take the healing power of handmade a step further by donating what they […]

Back to school season starts early for teachers, as many are hard at work right now getting ready for the new school year. A lot of thought and care goes into creating a classroom environment that is welcoming and encouraging for learners. These are some of our favorite classroom DIY ideas for teachers to make. […]

Whether your first semester of college is approaching or whether it’s your last, these creative projects will help you get ready! From organization to decor to self pampering, we’ve got you covered. Check out our favorite back to college projects that you can make before you head to school this fall. Galaxy Lap Desk Hit […]

August signals the end of summer and back to school season (cue sad music). I like to beat the crowds and start my school crafting and shopping early, which means now! These back to school sewing projects will help jump start your creativity and get your kids ready to head back on campus. Drawstring Backpack […]

In case you missed it, July is Sew a Softie month! Fairfield World is proud to sponsore this fun-filled month of free, simple sewing tutorials to show the world that anyone can sew! There are lots of ways to join in on the fun: PARTICIPANT You can join as a participant and simply sew a […]

The cares of the world seem to fade away when you’re swaying in a hammock. Cool breezes and eyes focused on the sky give you an opportunity to unplug and unwind from the day’s stresses. Forget benches and lawn chairs…hammocks are so well loved that they get their own day! Celebrate the most relaxing seating […]

The road is calling and adventure awaits! Make plans to enjoy the great outdoors this summer and fall with friends or family. These easy to make DIY camper projects will help you bring the comforts of home on the road with you. DIY Camper Van Bed If you’re tight on space, a DIY bed is […]

Summer’s in full swing, and it’s the perfect time to gather friends and family for an informal outdoor get together. Everyone loves a backyard barbecue, and we’ve got some fantastic ideas to help make yours one to remember. These BBQ sewing & craft ideas will help  you decorate for your event and keep your guests […]

The whole family will flip for this amazingly comfortable pool float that is made with bean bag filler! Did you know Fairfield World’s fantastic bean bag filler can float? It’s the perfect size and consistency for this easy to make project. My kids absolutely love our new pool float, and everyone is asking where we […]

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 […]

  Today we are featuring Handmade Stuffed Animals created by the talented members of our Fairfield Design Team. Ideas that are creative, inspiring, and just in time for Valentine’s Day. Dial up the cuteness factor with these adorable stuffed animals. These projects range from no-sew to quick and easy, and full step-by-step tutorials. All stuffed […]

  We love making seeing all kinds of snow globes using a variety of our Fairfield World™ products.  Learn how to make Creative Snow Globes quickly and easily with Poly-Fil, Poly-Pellets, Fluffy Snow, Glasslets, and Batting. We are excited to share these inspirational projects with you!   12 Creative Snow Globes with Fairfield World   […]

We don’t know about you, but we are ALWAYS crafting right up until Christmas Eve! Fairfield™ makes a wide variety of products that are perfect for all of those Last Minute Christmas Crafts to complete just in time to place under the tree.   Last Minute Christmas Crafts with Fairfield™     Poly-Fil® Last Minute […]

Super excited to be hosting the Fairfield Holiday Pillow Party 2021 with one of our favorite designers, Laura Kelly of Me and My Inklings. Pillows provide a fast and affordable way to update and decorate any room. So what better way to decorate for the Holidays than with some fun and festive pillow creations? We […]

Halloween is one of our favorite holidays here at Fairfield and we always LOVE the surprising, amazing, and creative ways that our designers use our Oly*Fun® material. Check out these spooky cute 13 Last-Minute Halloween Crafts created with Oly*Fun!     What is Oly*Fun?   Oly*Fun® from Fairfield™ is one of the easiest, most versatile […]

Warning, cute projects are headed your way!  We reached out to our own Design Team and asked them to dive into the cute world to create adorable Valentine critters.  We never know what they will make, we delight in seeing how they run with their projects.  They did a great job and we can’t wait […]

Holiday Crafts For Any Skill Level We always look forward to seeing what our Fairfield World Design Team creates, and this month is no different!  If you are here, you are in for a treat! With a few supplies, and these ideas, you can make the most delightful craft projects this month.   We will […]

Pillows provide a fast and affordable way to update and decorate any room. So what better way to decorate for the Holidays than with some fun and festive pillow creations? We invited a group of our top designers to share their Holiday Pillows with us for the 2020 Fairfield Holiday Pillow Party! These pillows were […]

We have had a lot of fun seeing what our design team has made to share with you this month.  From snow globes to door stops, and even Christmas tree farms! Speaking of Christmas tree farms, let’s dive into that one. Laura, with Me and My Inklings, brings this bright and cheerful Christmas tree farm […]

Congratulations to Sandy Thomas of Thousand Oaks, California On winning 80 pounds of Poly-fil® in our 80th Birthday Celebration Giveaway   The contest has ended… thank you         Fairfield will finish up our 80 Days of Poly-fil® Projects campaign by giving away 80 POUNDS of Poly-fil fiber to one lucky winner.* Click […]

Fall and Christmas Crafts for Every Maker   Welcome to another month here with Fairfield World! This month, our Design Team has been crafting up more adorable projects, just in time for fall and the holidays. Our design team projects are meant to inspire, to teach, to share, and to help you craft more.   […]

DIY Halloween Crafts Are you ready for some fun DIY Halloween crafts?  We have got such a range of projects to share with you this month, and the best part is, they are all afternoon crafts!   We will start with Meg’s project, from Makeable Crafts.  She won our hearts with this witch’s boot door […]

Halloween Project Ideas Perfect for Every Maker Our Design Team has been hard at work created projects to get you in the Halloween mood and we can’t wait to share these with you! Let’s dive in…   Got old jeans?  See what Beth created with Poly-Fil® and Poly-Pellets®.  Hands-down, this adorable project is super cute […]

This year Fairfield Processing Celebrates 80 years in business and to celebrate, we are hosting  80 Days of Poly-fil® Projects! This campaign will feature 80 days of projects created by Designers, Bloggers, hobbyists, and DIYers using Poly-fil brand fiber or one of our other Poly-fil Brand Products. You can join in Fairfield Celebrating 80 Years […]

As we all find ourselves spending more time at home this summer, why not take this opportunity to spruce up your outdoor living space? Fairfield invited a group of designers to share some inspiration as part of our Poly-fil® Patio Party. Click on the links below for inspiration and tutorials on how you can spruce […]

Trash to treasure, up-cycling, dumpster divine, flea market fabulous…whatever you call it, it is the creative mind at work. These creative recycling efforts help to keep items out of the waste stream, which in turn helps to save our Earth…one project at a time. We love to hear stories of people who take old things […]