Tag Archives: no sew

With National Avocado Day landing on July 31st, it felt like the perfect excuse to design a pillow that celebrates everyone’s favorite toast topper. This no sew appliqué pillow tutorial features an atomic avocado design and is exactly the kind of project that’s quick, fun, and doesn’t require pulling out the sewing machine. It’s one […]

What’s better than a wreath? Giant flower wreaths made with Oly*Fun fabric! Oly*Fun is a versatile, durable, and weather-resistant material perfect for crafting stunning florals that last. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through the steps to create your own eye-catching giant flower wreath that will be the envy of all who see it. Go […]

Welcome to a celebration of creativity and tradition! As Chinese New Year approaches, what better way to usher in the Year of the Dragon than by immersing yourself in the art of crafting? In this blog post, we’ll embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of Chinese culture, exploring a myriad of delightful crafts […]

These whimsical cloud lamp DIY projects make out of this world night lights! The soft glow of light through the pillowy Poly-Fil cloud is soothing and relaxing. By merging simple materials like Poly-Fil Fiber Fill and LED lights  you can fashion a cloud-like structure that emanates an otherworldly glow! This project’s flexibility allows for personalization—whether […]

Welcome to a festive journey around the world, where holiday spirit knows no bounds! As the air fills with laughter, joy, and the promise of celebrations, let’s embark on a delightful exploration of diverse traditions and treasured holiday crafts. These kid-friendly craft projects offer a glimpse into the unique creativity and time-honored customs cherished by […]

The next sleepover you host will be anything but a snore with these fun slumber party DIYs! Set the stage for an unforgettable night of fun by creating a cozy, comfy setting for your guests. Whether it’s a birthday party or young family members visiting, these projects will have your overnight guests feeling pampered! Simple […]

Create a personalized gift for the women in your life with these easy to make Mother’s Day pillow DIY ideas! These four projects range from very simple, so kids can make them, to easy enough for a beginner to craft. Mothers and grandmothers will appreciate the thoughtfulness of a personalized handmade gift this mother’s day. […]

Make for Good when you create these handmade hearts projects in support of Make 1000 Give 1000. Fairfield World loves to support creatives who Make for Good. We’re happy to encourage makers who use their talents and skills to make their communities a better place, which is why we are thrilled to be part of […]

Whether you’re rooting for your favorite team or just love parties, the Super Bowl gives us all reasons to celebrate. Gathering with friends and family to watch the game, commercials, and half time show is a beloved annual tradition for many. These Super Bowl party decorating ideas will help you set the scene for your […]

Tis the season for group photos and making memories! I love to create beautiful photo backdrops for events. Several years ago I had the opportunity to create an entire photo room for a local Christmas event, and Fairfield World’s Poly-Fil was exactly what I needed to create a winter wonderland deep in the heart of […]

Hello, Hello My Fairfield Friends! Heather here from The Sewing Loft and not only am I here to share our next block in the Starry Night Sampler series but I want to remind you that September is National Sewing Month. So, it’s a great time to give your machine a quick clean and try something new.  […]

oly*fun Class Pack has arrived and just in time for back to school. If you are an art teacher, class room teacher, homeschooling family, room mom, Scout leader or parent of kids who craft you are going to love the new size and larger pack.  It is a great material choice for crafting. oly*fun Class Pack […]

Every Dress up box needs a princess Tiara… or maybe two.  This DIY tutorial will help you to make sure that you always have a Tiara on hand. Great for dress-up, costumes, or princess parties. A different color tiara for every princess. This is a simple project that even your little prince or princess can […]

Icy blue and bright white are the colors of Winter so why not use that color scheme for a fun frozen themed floral wreath for your front door, welcoming winter with bright, clean colors. This project is so simple with the use of  oly-fun™, step by step diagrams and instructions. You will be done in […]

My dining room chairs got a long overdue foam and fabric update. They are hand me downs from my parents…that I got 13 years ago. They were mismatched from various periods of my parents recovering them. They are over 30 years old. One still had the original fabric (a 70s flashback vinyl) and all probably […]

This Design Foam clipboard is a great way to show notes, photos, and paper mementos. Design foam can be used for a variety of decorations, but I was challenged to make something organizing related. I made mine with one section of Design Foam, which leaves plenty remaining for other projects. This is going in my […]

  Giving from the heart is so important these days, giving something homemade to friends, family and your community makes giving extra special. With social media making such an enormous impact in our lives these days it is not difficult to be connected yet feel far away from everyone. A warm batch of cookies says love. Why not take […]

  Several years ago, I was introduced to the idea of gift wrapping with a glue gun by Rebecca from Older and Wisor.  (She’s a creative genius when it comes to gift wrapping and can make a gift look amazing using anything.) Anyway, I though it was high time that I tried out some gift wrapping […]

Remember the paper chains or garlands we made in school to decorate our classrooms?   Everyone working together to make the space look festive, no matter the occasion. Using oly-fun™ you can get that feeling all over again and display your completed garland outside. Great project to get your children involved in and you will be […]

This DIY Snowman Ornament is a great way to incorporate a classic Winter image into your holiday tree decor.  Our tree is decorated with mostly handmade ornaments, and we’ve been busy adding some new ones. This snowman ornament is a way for us to share a little of our tree with you. This is a no-sew […]

This DIY French Memo Board is a great decorative way to organize your life. It’s a project with minimal sewing, and a lot of hot glue. I’ve been working on an activities center for our family, to help keep our schedules and to do lists organized and easily seen. My husband has short term memory […]

I made these DIY cat ears and tail using Oly*Fun, fiberfil, and glitter. My daughter needed a simple costume that she could wear at school and a couple of parties. We agreed that a black cat costume would be the most comfortable. This is her 2nd Halloween costume for this year. Her 1st is a […]

Superheros need to protect their identities – whether it is a day of saving stuffed animals, or just an afternoon trip to the grocery store, you can help your little super hero protect their identity with this fast and simple superhero mask!  The mask makes a great stocking stuffer for your creative kid.  In fact […]

Are you looking for a easy-to-make, silly, homemade costume for you or your kid? Have I got the project for you! Just follow this simple tutorial on how to make your own rain cloud, put on your favorite rain coat, and you’re good to go!  This rain cloud costume with bring a little sunshine to […]

My daughter has a special spot. She calls it, “My Special Spot”.  This little spot has prompted today’s DIY No Sew Rest Mat Tutorial. It is only in recent weeks that Lily Kate has claimed this little nook. It’s the area of floor between the couch on one side, the bookcase and firewood box on […]

If you want to make your own Halloween costume but are short on time, I’ve got a great project for you. This no-sew hula girl costume can be made in less than an hour, and you don’t have to sew a thing! This is an easy last minute project, and an affordable way to dress […]

This soft and cozy no-sew fleece pillow is easy to make and best of all, there’s no sewing involved.  Plus,  unlike many no-sew fleece projects, there are also no knots that can be lumpy and uncomfortable.  Instead you’ll end up with a lovely braided look like this… Supplies for No-Sew Braided-Edge Fleece Pillow: 16-in Poly-fil […]

Covering textbooks is a great way to make them last longer. I’m going to show you how to cover school books with Oly*fun. This is easy to do – and so much more fun than using plain paper. Oly*fun is durable and water-resistant, making it a great choice for a book cover. Plus, it comes […]

I’m a big fan of bold, colorful wall art.  As a crafter, I also like to coordinate my wall decor with the theme of the room.  As I’m transitioning my son’s room from a nursery to a preschooler’s room, I’m keeping the color scheme but changing out the theme, and moving from a circus theme […]

Fall is coming, and with it fall sports! Cheer on your favorite school or team with this simple no-sew craft! These Pom Poms take only 5 minutes to make, and you can customize them with your team or school colors! To make your own pom poms you’ll need: Oly*fun in your chosen colors Wooden Clothespin […]