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Showing posts with label new arrivals. Show all posts

Saturday, December 5, 2009

Adorable Sock Toy Patterns


Easy Sew Sock Soft Toy Pattern by Craft Schmaft will make the perfect snuggle toy for any little one Click To View

Patterns are very easy to follow for beginners and experienced crafters alike. Sock toys can be hand or machine stitched. The finished items are soft, cuddly and baby friendly (no small parts or choking hazards).

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Moon Shine Designs by Monica Poole




Talented Designer Monica Poole has created a wonderful range of patterns including stunning handbags, quilts and coming soon retro clothing. Easy to follow , with step by step instructions. Click here to view the range


Sunday, October 25, 2009

One Red Robin-Our latest Designer



We have just listed an amazing range of softies by Jhoanna Monte Aranez, here is a little bit about Jhoanna - Click Here to View the range





"I've always loved making things and using my hands to turn bits and pieces into something whole and new. However, I didn't start sewing until I had my first child, and found that I couldn't find something completely unique for her to play when visiting local stores. I was following craft blogs at the time and decided to sew a softie up (with very little knowledge of how to use a sewing machine!). I borrowed a machine, found a free softie pattern on the internet, and started on the project. The end result was a little wonky cat softie but my daughter loved it. The experience really struck a chord with me.






After a few more softie projects I gained enough confidence to start designing my own softies. With the encouragement of my husband, I also took the big step of selling what I made. It was a huge surprise when I got my first sale. It was the real confidence boost I needed to keep designing and making. Three years later and I am designing softie patterns for sale (through Pattern Press), books and magazines, and making softies for markets, exhibitions, gifts, etc and thoroughly enjoying it.






I have many inspirations but the ones that really come through what I make is Japanese/kawaii design, vintage children's illustrations (Mary Blair is a great inspiration), and my own two daughters. I am also inspired by a huge number of artists/crafters/designers, some of whom I have met in person and have found their attitude and lives inspiring, apart from what they create.