Tag Archives: inspiration

Make a show-stopping giant floral wreath using Oly-Fun Fabric. No sewing required with this fun, fabulous project! These bold, colorful blooms work as wall decor, party backdrops, photo op walls, front door wreaths, wedding accents, and so much more. This palette was inspired by the vibrant energy of Fiesta season happening right now in San […]

Summers and road trips are a rite of passage for many people. Most of us have memories (hopefully fond ones!) of long days spent in the car on the way to your destination. If you are hitting the road this summer, stitch up one of these DIY projects to make the journey more comfy! From […]

Few events in our world rival the breathtaking beauty and awe-inspiring wonder of a solar eclipse. As the moon gracefully positions itself between the Earth and the Sun, it casts its shadow upon our planet, enveloping regions in a mesmerizing dance of darkness and light. In just a few days, on April 8, 2024, North […]

As the cold grip of winter begins to loosen, March ushers in a period of changing weather patterns, capturing the essence of the age-old adage, “In like a lion, out like a lamb.” This poetic expression likely began as a reference to astronomy, with the positions of the constellations Leo the lion and Aries the […]

Summer and fruit go hand in hand because both are colorful and bright! Stay busy this summer by making fun fruit inspired projects. Here’s a list of cute fruit projects to sew and crochet to help you get started. Strawberry Pillows These sweet and plump pillows are absolutely adorable! The tutorial comes with a free […]

Everyone loves clouds, from babies to seniors. Maybe big, fluffy clouds are universally appealing because they make us feel like we are in a dream. Whatever the reason, cloud decor has been popular for decades and is still going strong. Fairfield World recently teamed up with LED Cloud Light to offer our followers a chance […]

Many of us enjoy being outdoors as much as possible in the summertime! Lots of incredible memories are made lounging on a picnic blanket at the park, beach, or your own backyard. These DIYs for outdoor gatherings will help you set the stage for lots of summer fun with family and friends. How to Make […]

We’ve all got a little bit of geek in us. Whether you love super heroes, vampires, anime, or anything else, it’s cool to be a geek. Dads are some of the biggest geeks (and maybe even the original geeks?) With Father’s Day looming on the horizon, pop culture gifts are a great option. Instead of […]

Another school year has flown by! Before your kids say goodbye to their teachers and schoolmates for the summer, use your sewing and crafting skills to let the adults on campus know how much they are appreciated. This list of handmade educator gifts will help you make something special for everyone at the school! Handmade […]

Summer brings sunny days, more outdoor opportunities, and new trends. What can we expect in summer 2023? These predictions, gathered from the experts at Etsy and Pinterest, will inspire you. Whether you’re looking for new projects to challenge yourself with or anticipating what will sell in your handmade business, here are the top summer craft […]

It’s time for our outdoor spaces to come out of hibernation! My patio has literally been under wraps (with everything protected by waterproof covers) and I can’t wait to make the space usable again. The weather is warming up and the flowers are blooming, so it’s time to head outdoors and enjoy your porch or […]

While World Autism Awareness Day was recognized on April 2, 2023, the entire month is dedicated to celebrating the inclusion of people with autism in our society. Whether you have autism, know someone who does, or are looking to support your community, these projects and stories are sure to inspire! Creativity on the spectrum presents […]

Whether you’re Irish or not, it’s hard not to get caught up in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day! This fun holiday gives us the perfect excuse to believe in magic for a bit and celebrate with friends and family. Bring this holiday into your home with these easy-to-make DIY St. Patrick’s Day decor ideas! […]

While schools are out for President’s Day, the week leading up to this national holiday is filled with presentations and plays honoring the presidents of the USA. I’m sharing my fast and easy way to make beards using Poly-Fil Dark. You’ll be amazed at how light and realistic this DIY President’s Day beard is! Supplies […]

I don’t think anyone loves Valentine’s day more than school aged children do. This holiday was originally intended for adults, but kids have fully embraced this once-a-year opportunity to show others how much they care (and get a ton of candy!) Choosing, addressing, and delivering Valentines to friends and classmates is a memory many of […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 created the Top 10 Projects of 2016 by looking at all of the wonderful work submitted by our designers throughout the entire year and pulled together this list of the most popular projects. Please leave a comment and let us know if you agree with our selections or share another project that you feel was worthy of […]

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 tanduktoto opportunity to start fresh. […]

We took a look at some awesome oly*fun decorations created by our designers and made a list of some of our favorites that you could try last-minute before the holiday rush. Click on any idea to see the full instructions on how to make them yourself using Oly*Fun! 1) Diving Elf Legs   Christmas elves have a […]

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 […]

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! […]

Fab Furniture Flips has partnered with us for the Month of March. This month the theme is “Mix and Match”  and we are very excited to see what the bloggers created with our products. Each blogger participating in the contest requested a specific product to work with their project piece.  Some bloggers are very skilled and […]

Learn how to crochet Amigurumi ornaments with the easy to follow tutorials created by Erica Dietz. First up, is our little Amigurumi tin soldier.  He is so adorable you could make an entire battalion for your tree.  I love how plump and happy he is.  He would also make a great topper for packages.  He is […]

    If you sew I’m sure you’ve had a moment or two where you walk through a retail store and look at an expensive something or other and say “I can make that!”.  I feel like this with most throw pillows and I’ve rounded up 20 today to show you that are moderately to […]

9 Christmas Quilting Projects because it’s that time of year! The Christmas season is always such a fun time to pull out some festive fabric and sew away.  I’m excited to make a Christmas tree skirt this year, what’s on your list? Hopefully these fun ideas will give you some inspiration to get that sewing […]

Looking for an inexpensive way to decorate a room for the holidays? You’re going to absolutely love this round-up of 12 Handmade Holiday Pillows! They range from coverss you can make in under an hour to projects that are a bit more intricate and complex. The Fairfield World shop has tons of pillow options to […]

I’m excited to share a super simple gift idea with you today…an easy Monogram Shirt, sure to delight your  favorite child.  My little guy is 2, and he know’s  his name starts with A.  He loves searching out A’s on signs everywhere we go, so I thought it was time for him to get an […]

It’s a great time to planning ahead for holiday gift giving. Do you need some great ideas for stocking stuffers that can be sewn or quilted? Perhaps you need some ideas for the holiday guild swap or some quick and easy things to make and give to co-workers? We rounded up 10 quilted and sewn […]

I don’t know about you but I ADORE going poking around at my local shops, and also online shops to gain inspiration for my next project or upcoming projects! I love seeing what is out there and then applying it to items that I can create myself. Most times, I can make two or three […]