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Here’s a debate that never gets old among surface designers, be they experts or newbies: should I create stand alone designs or full-blown collections? Whether you lean towards a single, detailed pattern or illustration or enjoy working in collections depends on a few factors, like the industry you choose to pitch your art to. Do … Read more
Wednesday, 20th July 2022 For around a dozen years or so, I have had a very good friend called Jules. Now Jules is a very dapper, vintage loving ex-pat living in the afore titled City. A kindred spirit of sorts who has spent many an hour chatting amiably online. Pin Up Girl Clothing ‘Monica’ He … Read more
Learn how to knit a coaster! A knitted coaster is a quick and easy project for someone who is just starting out with knitting. If you make coasters, you will be making something useful while practicing your knitting skills. A coaster knits up very quickly, between a half to one hour, so even if you … Read more
Raise your hand if you ever had people over and needed more places for them to sit! We’ve all been there. Learn how to seat them comfortably, easily and stylishly with this stackable floor cushion tutorial by Spoonflower Ambassador Tracey Hairston using Belgian Linen. Featured designs on stackable floor cushions: Silhouette Peony Cream on Black … Read more
The key to building a sustainable surface design business is to have a wide assortment of clients who are paying you regularly enough that you’ll eventually earn a decent artist salary over the course of the year. When I say “regular payments,” I think many artists assume I’m just talking about royalties. However, I’ve found … Read more
Learn all about knitting stripes with this easy tutorial for beginners. One of the easiest ways to start working with color in knitting is to knit horizontal stripes. They are really easy to work with, and you can easily add stripes into any pattern you may already have. It is fun to knit stripes, and … Read more
Planning a beach trip or just need something comfy and cute to kick around in? A cafetan cover-up could be your new best friend this summer! Join Spoonflower Ambassador and artist Danika Herrick as she guides you through the planning and sewing process for her favorite caftan styles. Featured design: Pink Peony Mural by danika_herrick … Read more
Learn how to clean an iron the right way to get a sparkling clean plate. The iron, that item of electrical genius, is probably the most important addition to the tools of the trade for every sewer and person who doesn’t want to wear crinkled clothing. It is the workhorse behind the scenes making every … Read more
What type of fabric should you use to sew menswear? What category of designs should you be looking for? What men’s or unisex styles can you even DIY? Get the answers to these questions and more with Spoonflower Ambassador Meg Fleshman as she guides you through the best material and design choices for menswear such … Read more
Skirt lengths vary from the micro-mini to full length and everywhere in between. Fashion is constantly changing and evolving, with skirt lengths included. There is certainly a wide choice of types of skirts available today and something to suit every height and body shape. Here I will show you the most common terms used to … Read more