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Remember shelf sitters? Those little dangly-legged decorations perched on every mantel, bookshelf, and windowsill in the 90s? They’re back, and they’re making the rounds on social media. Today I’m sharing my original Halloween shelf sitter project, a throwback that’s quick and easy to sew, with a free pattern so you can make your own. This […]

A new school year means new pencils, new notebooks, and the perfect excuse to sew something fresh. Whether you’re outfitting your own kids, a classroom, or just love a good back to school craft binge, these projects are all about function and personality. Here are a few of our favorite handmade back to school projects, […]

July 1st is International Joke Day, so let’s celebrate it with a stitch and a giggle to make the day sew funny! Forget the classic teddy bear for a minute. Today we’re rounding up the silliest, most delightfully weird amigurumi and plushie patterns the internet has to offer.  We’re talking about the kind of projects […]

April is National Gardening Month, and what better way to celebrate than by growing a garden you never have to water? The world of fruit and veggie amigurumi plushies is bursting with beginner-friendly and intermediate free patterns that result in the most charming, squishable produce you’ve ever seen. These projects make wonderful toys for imaginative […]

As an Etsy seller, creating an inviting and professional storefront is key to showcasing your products. While your items take center stage, the right background can elevate their appeal and help them stand out in a crowded marketplace. With Fairfield World’s versatile crafting materials you can design custom backgrounds that reflect your brand’s personality and […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Creating cute scarecrow projects is a wonderful way to celebrate the fall season and add some festive decor to your home or garden. In this blog post we’re going to explore an array of cute scarecrow projects that will not only make your surroundings look more charming but also celebrate the spirit of the fall […]

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 […]

These giant cloud numbers light up, so you can enjoy them both day and night! Use this technique to make letters and numbers to decorate for any event. I made mine with numbers so I can use them when we celebrate the new year, but these would also be perfect for birthday parties or as […]

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 […]

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 […]

  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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

PolyPellets are  100% polypropylene weighted stuffing material that adds the flexibility necessary to shape soft crafts into lifelike positions. All pellets have a smooth edge with an oval contour to create a uniform fill. Projects with PolyPellets: Laptop Lap Pad Doing homework or surfing the internet is way more fun when you are comfortable. Learn how to […]

April is National Autism Awareness Month.  The Autism Society launched this campaign over 25 years ago to raise awareness of autism and to promote understanding and inclusion. Their site lists many ways that you can get involved, and we thought we’d participate by sharing ways that we can all support families with autism and promote awareness. […]

    Sewing stuffies is such a fun way to give a child a unique gift that they are sure to love.  My favorite animal was always a penguin and when given little penguin items I was always so excited. Today I’ve got a roundup of 15 different animal stuffies that have tutorials and patterns […]

      Today I’ve got a super simple and fun project for you, have you ever seen an I spy bag? Its a fun little quiet toy for kids to play with and its easy to make.  We have one in our church bag and its surprising how long my two year old will […]

    It’s just about Autumn and with that comes the time to start decorating the home with all things warm, cozy and fun! While I adore the Fall season, I have VERY LIMITED “Fall weather”. We live in the South where we have three seasons of warm weather and a cold minute. During the […]