Spoonflower Magazine | Fall 2018

Fall Edition

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Yourself

Summer Fruit Green by adenaj, #F227 Moose and Trees Green Linen by littlearrowdesign, #F222

with custom fabrics & papers

Talk of the Bauhaus by ottomanbrim, #RY179 Imogen Red by flatfields, #RY178

1 Start with a Design 2 Choose a Product 3 Place Your Order

from our Marketplace or create your own

Green Forest Christmas Trees by andrea_lauren, #F194 Onyx Diamond Brushwork Basketweave by peanut_press, #F292

from our lineup of fabric, wallpaper or gift wrap

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12 F E AT U R E S

TRENDING

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HOLIDAY DÉCOR & GIFTS

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THE NEW SPOONFLOWER BOOK

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

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SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHTS

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PATTERN ON PATTERN

From Hanukkah to Christmas

Featuring DIYs from designer & maker Anda

Our curated collection of unique picks

Ways to “shop small” this season (and beyond)

Mix and match patterns like a pro

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A DREAM FALL WEDDING

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GIFT WRAP

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TEA TOWELS

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TURN KID’S ART INTO GIFTS

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ME-MADE DRESS INSPIRATION

Tips for throwing a rustic barn soirée

Designs to dress up packages

An old-timey classic gets a fun modern makeover

4 ideas grandparents will love

Spoonflower employees take on the same pattern

GUIDES & TUTORIALS

HOME DÉCOR FINDS

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HOLIDAY STOCKINGS

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HANDMADE HEADBOARD

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DESIGN A SEAMLESS REPEAT

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BABY LEGGINGS

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NO-SEW FLEECE BLANKETS

Warm up your hearth with Fleece

An idea that’s anything but snooze-worthy

A simple Adobe ® Photoshop ® tutorial

Easy project with a free digital pattern

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FALL & HOLIDAY TABLESCAPES

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BEDROOMS FROM A TO Zzzzs

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SPECIAL EDITION BLANKETS

Gather friends around a memorable scene

Restful retreats start (and end) here

Cozy up with luxury throws

Skip straight to snuggles

WHO WE ARE P E R E N N I A L FAV O R I T E S

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DESIGN TREND: KILIM

Old-world looks—no passport needed

DESIGNER FEATURE

Meet the designer behind littlesmilemakers

Express yourself with custom fabrics & papers

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FABRICS & PAPERS

The first company of its kind, Spoonflower was launched in

bags, furniture, pillows, blankets, framed

2008 in Durham, N.C. on the dream of empowering individuals

artwork, costumes, banners and much, much more.

to create, print and sell their own artwork on fabric, wallpaper

The full lineup of options for your next project

and gift wrap.

When you shop from hundreds of thousands of designs in the

THERE'S A DESIGN FOR THAT!

Today, the Spoonflower community has grown to over 4 million

community of artists around the globe, all while maintaining

creative individuals who use their own designs and the

a slim eco-footprint via Spoonflower’s digital, on-demand

Spoonflower Marketplace to make curtains, quilts, clothing,

printing process.

From ballerinas to UFO spotters, we have something for everyone

Spoonflower Marketplace, you support a talented and devoted

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Kilim Designs | TRENDING

FEATURING: SMOOTH WALLPAPER $5/FT

Kilim Now Trending:

Designs

Kilim is a category of alluring

tapestry-woven rugs created by ancient cultures in Central Asia, however it has since become a design aesthetic unto itself. Many motifs you’ll notice in kilim, such as amulets, combs and running water, are symbols meant to bestow protection against threats and increase happiness and good luck.

These bold, angular shapes are woven together into mesmerizing patterns of color and symmetry.

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minimal, modern furnishings or go full-force with layers of colors and patterns on bedding or wallpaper for an exotic, bohemian retreat.

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What’s Old is New Again Kilim designs can run the gamut between bold, color-blocked patterns and muted, distressedstyle looks. Our Marketplace offers a wide range of options to suit any color palette or home décor taste. One thing’s for certain: it’ll make your space feel even more welcoming.

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C | Sunrise Kilim by artfully_minded, #RY180

L | Tribal Kilim Light by littlefoxhill, #RY184

D | Kilim Zigzag by ghouk, #RY181

M | Queen Duvet and Standard Shams in Navajo Texture Navy Blue by kimsa, #RY100

E | Kilim Mint, Navy, Grey by sugarpinedesign, #F404

N | L umbar Pillow in Kilim Ikat Fruity by susan_polston, #RY101

F | Kilim by eto, #F137 G | Kilim Butterflies by la_fabriken, #RY183 H | Kilim in Coral and Mint by willowlanetextiles, #F155

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throw a beautiful barn wedding. Using a new collection

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Customize your venue space with fabric bunting

Barn weddings beautifully juxtapose the inherent rustic nature of the venue with elegant décor that softens the space. As event planners, we love the elevated look of table linens in a barn with lush florals: it feels like you

Fall Wedding Inspiration

are bringing in the luxe wedding vibe to a rustic setting, which makes it enchanting. Spoonflower is our pick for a vast selection of designs for linens, drapery that’s hung from the ceiling and special accents like escort card

With advice from the party planners at Cherry Blossom Events

displays—it makes creating a cohesive look effortless.

Photo credit: Maison Meredith Photography

It’s key to add light and color to intersperse with

Add fabric to mini glass frames as a cute way to display table seatings I

all the wood that comes with a barn venue, and strung lights paired with bright Spoonflower fabric bunting really warm up the space. Whether you use a Marketplace design or create something unique that reflects you and your partner’s relationship,

All designs by shopcabin

think of creative backdrops for bars (such as a hard

A | 4" Autumn Love Flowers Saffron, #F455

cider tap wall using Spoonflower wallpaper), donut

B | 8" Autumn Foliage Pale Blue, #F449

displays or photo booths. It’s key to have fun with

C | 4" Autumn Love Flowers Blush, #F452

the possibilities to create a unique and memorable

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occasion for you and your guests.ˮ

E | 4" Autumn Love Flowers Pale Blue, #F453 F | Saffron Ticking Stripes, #F448

Get even more tips for personalized events at Spoonflower.com/barnweddings

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Maylay Round Tablecloth | $89-$119 Bantam Rectangular Tablecloth | $89-149 Minorca Table Runner | $49-$69 Lamona Cloth Placemats (Set of 4) | $50-$54 Amarela Cloth Dinner Napkins (Set of 4) | $46-$48

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Holiday Tablescapes | HOME DÉCOR

décor from Roostery. From table runners or tablecloths to placemats and napkins, our elegant cotton sateen fabric offers a slight sheen and holds rich color that’s a true feast for the eyes.

See more at Spoonflower.com/blacktwinetable

Chalet View by joy&ink, #RY117 Red Ornaments by erinanne, #RY123

Woodland Trees White by shopcabin, #RY127 Pomegranate Garden on Dark by lavish_season, #RY119

Table Runner in Pomegranates by nadinewestcott, #RY107 lacemats in Peace Modern Floral P by scarlette_soleil, #RY108 apkins in Australian Native N Eucalyptus Leaves by kookinutsfabricco, #RY109

Christmas Ornaments Gold Bokeh by heatherdutton, #RY113

Vintage Christmas Floral Red by twodreamsshop, #RY120

Winter Toile Navy by nouveau_bohemian, #RY110

Ornaments and Mistletoe by olive&me_studios, #RY115

Woodland Christmas Animals by andrea_lauren, #RY122

Yeti Toile by chris_jorge, #RY112

Gingerbread Forest by cynthiafrenette, #RY124

Winter Foxes in the Deep Forest by vo_aka_virginiao, #RY111

Christmas Birds in Snow by heleen_vd_thillart, #RY114

Vintage Ditsy Mistletoe by ginamayes, #RY118

This table styled by Tina Dahl of Kiss Me Kate Studio for Black Twine, your online source for party planning ideas.

Christmas Pines by sugarfresh, #RY116 Festive Forest Teal by heatherdutton, #RY126

Tree Topped by retrorudolphs, #RY125

Thin Stripe Red by crystal_walen, #RY121

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Hanukkah for Days (and 8 Fun Nights)

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Gather your family around the menorah to celebrate the eight days of festivities with Fleece double-sided bunting for your mantel and gifts with Hanukkah-themed wrapping paper.

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P | Winter Mod by solvejg, #F259

Hanukkah Banner, #F435

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TUTORIAL | Christmas Stockings

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Stocking Tutorial Materials you’ll need: 1 yard of Fleece fabric, ribbon or complementary scrap fabric for strap, sewing machine, coordinating thread and free digital pattern.

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TIP: You can make two stockings from 1 yard of fabric.

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Sew the sock by pinning the right sides together and sewing around the edge with a 1/4" seam allowance.

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Happiness Guarantee: When you love it, we love it!

variations at Spoonflower.com/stocking 3.

Assemble the white cuff by placing the right sides together and sewing the short edges of the cuff.

TIP: Since Fleece doesn't fray, you can skip hemming or for a perfectly finished look, hem the cuff on one side.

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Sew cuff, strap and the sock together by folding your strap in half lengthwise so that the raw ends of the strap meet.

With the wrong side of the stocking facing you, pin the raw edge of your strap to the top, raw edge of the stocking.

With the right side of the cuff facing the wrong side of the stocking, pin and stitch raw edges together with the strap sandwiched between the cuff and stocking.

TIP: Use fabric scraps instead of ribbon to make a strap.

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Flip your stocking right side out and fold the cuff of your stocking down. The strap should pop out of the top. Your stocking is ready to be hung and filled to the brim!

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A | Winter Snow Woodland Animals by mariafaithgarcia, #F208 B | Family Gatherings by papercanoefabricshop, #F181 C | Holiday Hibernation by allierunnion, #F256 D | Peace, Love + Paper Party Hats! by pattyryboltdesigns, #F152 E | Holiday Christmas Tree Car by caja_design, #F171 F | Corgi Christmas by petfriendly, #F206 G | Cat Christmas Presents by crystal_walen, #F244

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DIY Advent Calendar

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My kids love waking up every day in December to this little Advent Calendar

and seeing what tiny trinkets it holds inside. This

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Have a collection of fabric just waiting for the perfect project? Saving

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leftover scraps of Spoonflower fabric that you can’t bear to part with?

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The new Spoonflower Quick-Sew Project Book was created with you in mind! Featuring 30+ DIYs organized by the size of fabric needed (from swatches and fat quarters to multi-yard projects), this book will be your new go-to resource for unique projects for your home, your wardrobe

Book to life, we turned to our dear

($19/yd), and hangs on a bit of twine.

friend Anda Corrie, one of the very first

These handmade tiny pockets store

designers on Spoonflower. Formerly

candy or small treasures that keep you

of Etsy, Anda is not only a whimsical

or your little one counting down the

illustrator and artist, but is also a

days until Christmas. Create a mix of

dimensions. The best part

handmade enthusiast who has created

holiday designs with Spoonflower’s Fill-

is that we can enjoy it year

many DIY projects for the Spoonflower

A-Yard® 1-yard Cheater Quilt template

after year!”

blog. From saving and using scraps

or use scraps of fabric you already have.

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Ultra ($27/yd) or Kona® Cotton Ultra

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Inspiration from the NEW Spoonflower Quick-Sew Project Book by Anda Corrie

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Scan through the pages to find how-to guides for drink coasters, espadrilles, envelope pillows, beanbag chairs and much more, with corresponding free

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Wintery Scenes

A | S nowman Donuts by lilcubby, #F247 B | F air Isle Moose by littlearrowdesign, #F198

When it comes to the holidays, there’s no better excuse to put your feet up than a movie marathon. Whether you pick the classics or a comedy, one thing’s for sure: every family member needs a pair of custom Minky pants for lounging. Get started with these picks to make a matching set for your whole family (cute photo op!) or find a design for each personality.

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Learn how to make your own lounge

F | Retro Ski Fox and Grizzly Bear by littlesmilemakers, #F114

K | Winter Adventure White by mulberry_tree, #F130

pants at Spoonflower.com/loungewear

G | Vintage Style Christmas by solnca_lych, #F269

L | Winter Woodland at Night by heleen_vd_thillart, #F148

H | Winter Alps Adventure Chalet by heleen_vd_thillart, #F203

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FEATURING: GIFT WRAP $15/ROLL

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Holiday Gift Guide | FEATURE

Portside Pouches | Starting at $16.50 Bauhaus Retro by sarah_knight, #SP903

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When it comes to holiday cheer, we think personalized gifts are the most heartwarming. Whether you sew every stitch yourself or have something made in a oneof-a-kind design at Roostery or Sprout Patterns, you’ll find the perfect match for everyone on your list.

Jazz Club by zapi, #RY135

Portside Dopp Kit | Starting at $20 #SP900 Memphis Shapes by tramake, #F456 Meowhaus on Vintage Paper by pinkowlet, #F395

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MEET THE DESIGNER

Littlesmilemakers which might seem a little counterintuitive

Maaike started drawing as soon as she could hold a pencil. “I Monochrome ABC, #F444

was four years old when I went to school, and each morning I just had to create something before heading out,” she said.

coming from

“My school was very focused on developing creativity, and I

someone who

only stopped drawing briefly when I was a teen and discovered

creates repeats on

boys,” she recalls, bemusedly. She took a 9-to-5 job as a graphic

my computer all day,”

designer at age 21, but felt stifled creatively. Seven years

said Dutch designer

ago she had enough and made a gutsy move to start her own

Maaike Boot. She values

business. In 2012, she discovered Spoonflower, and realized

maintaining space in her

that her massive print portfolio had a place to call home.

agenda for the creative flow, Photo credit: @ littlepitterpat

which led her to her latest hobby: bouldering, also known as free climbing. Soon, inspiration struck. “Many of my newest designs echo the beautiful geometric shapes of the climbing gym walls or the colorful pops of color on the grips,” she said.

Based in the coastal city of The Hague, Netherlands, Maaike often bikes from the city to the beach to get away from the

Photo credit: @thelittlewildlings Made by: @periwinklejazz

“I don’t really like routines,

3 Questions for Maaike What inspires your designs?

and illustrations I made years ago. It is

Part of my work is doing trend research

lovely to see these old drawings turned

and creating visual signatures for large

into new prints; it is like going through

retailers in fashion and home décor.

a photo album with memories.

I also travel a lot and study different cultures: their food, vegetation, animals, bustling cities, traditions, even how different sunlight is in another country. Even the impact their environment plays into their lifestyle, fashion and interiors. Everything can be an inspiration to me and can be translated into something visual. When you understand how trends evolve, it is pretty simple to implement this into Geometric Ice Cream, #F443

What advice do you have for new designers?

I want to tell every starting designer: trust your own skills. Don’t compare yourself. It is your own uniqueness that is the foundation of your creations. Your creativity, skills and your handwriting is something that no one can ever re-create. It makes you stand out from the crowd. If your

creative work that also sells.

art is honest, it will be picked up and loved by others. Ask yourself what

What kinds of designs have you

is important to you, and with every

hustle and bustle. The plants, trees, rocks, abstract lines she

recently released?

decision you make, ask yourself if this

spies along the way? These are all fair game to be conveyed

We recently moved the studio, and

meets your beliefs. It will reflect in

into surface patterns in her Spoonflower shop under her

I had to move all notebooks and

your creations.

Opening her littlesmilemakers shop with a few prints that were current and on trend, Maaike gradually expanded her offerings

There is no hack to success. It is hard work. You also have to be smart and think business if you

want to turn your creations into an income.”

— Maaike Boot Baby Penguin Mint, #F440

to over 4,700 designs. From elegant cranes and cheerful beach parasols to fun hedgehogs and Kawaii-cute vikings, her designs

not necessarily commercial enough years ago can be very useful now.

I have been working on some new wildlife designs, a series of designs

with a Sharpie or brushes and India ink, with the black and white renderings transformed into patterns through Adobe

I love seeing how customers

Illustrator. Occasionally Maaike will make a purely vector art Day at the Beach Umbrella, #F441

design or dabble in watercolors, while her signature love of

Spoonflower to be such an important part of my business,” Maaike said. “It has become a great way to connect to customers and feel part of a community—plus it has been a fantastic extra income.”

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sleeves to baby shoes to swimwear. “I never expected

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inspired by my travels through Asia,

bold illustrations on solid backgrounds. Most drawings begin

Today her work is seen on handmade products from laptop

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old sketches. Drawings that were

often evoke Scandinavian-style minimalism with their bright,

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feeling or situation attached to it.”

files with sketches. This resulted

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create are very personal,” she said. “There is always a certain

make my designs come alive in their creations. Selling designs through Spoonflower is much

more fulfilling than licensing artwork to large corporations, because it is more personal and direct. I love it!”

— Maaike Boot

Geometric Flamingo Aqua, #F442

Photo credit: Overth Martinez Made by: @lseaswimwear Model: Brittany Ball

designer name littlesmilemakers. “All drawings and artwork I

Background design: Blue Flower Abstract, #F445

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A | H ummingbird by melarmstrongdesign, #F385 B | L unaria on a Fall Day Pink by chicca_besso, #F390 C | Dear Clementine Oranges by crystal_walen, #F322 D | V intage Yellow Dandelions by chicca_besso, #F389 E | M arine Commute M+M Red by friztin, #F386 F | S candinavian Folk Art Birds by rebecca_reck_art, #F387 G | Kingfisher Design by threebearsprints, #F382

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M | H appy Campers Tea Towel Calendar by nadiahassan, #F165

L | In the Woods Calendar by cjldesigns, #F250

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100% organic cotton double gauze 56" wide printable area 3.5 oz per square yard stimated shrinkage: 14% in E length and 8% in width Perfect for swaddle blankets, baby accessories, reusable bags and breezy apparel

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NEW!

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100% polyester minky with a soft nap

Medium-weight 100% organic cotton interlock knit

54" wide printable area

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6.6 oz per square yard

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stimated shrinkage: 1-2% in E width and 1-3% in length

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Perfect for blankets, quilting, loungewear and soft toys

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Sturdy 100% cotton bull denim 56" wide printable area 11.7 oz per square yard stimated shrinkage: 7-8% in E length and 1-2% in width Perfect for bags, heavyweight apparel and upholstery

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100% cotton basketweave 56" wide printable area 10.6 oz per square yard stimated shrinkage: 3-4% in E length and 0-1% in width Perfect for upholstery, pillows, curtains and bags

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54" wide printable area

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116" wide printable area

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10.9 oz per square yard

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stimated shrinkage: 5-6% in E length and 2-3% in width

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Perfect for upholstery, pillows, curtains and luxe bags

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Perfect for duvet covers, sheets, pillowcases and quilting

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WALLPAPERS & GIFT WRAP Gift Wrap $15/roll*

MORE DESIGN TOOLS & TIPS

Smooth Wallpaper $5/ft*

Woven Wallpaper $7.50/ft*

The Spoonflower Handbook | $24.75

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Medium weight paper with a glossy finish

Opaque white paper with a water-activated adhesive backing

Opaque white polyester textile with adhesive backing

26" x 6 ft rolls

ft wide, length is customizable 2 from 1-15 ft

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Perfect for crafting frameable wall art, posters and custom envelopes

o install, simply wet and T apply. No paste required.

Easily removable.

Perfect for nurseries, bedrooms, dining rooms, full bathrooms and art installations

Step-by-step user’s manual for both new and experienced designers and makers.

o install, simply peel and T stick. Repositionable during installation and removable.

When you love it, we love it.

Color Map | Starting at $17.50

Learn more at Spoonflower.com/happiness

Many designers and makers find this map, featuring 1,400 color chips and their hex codes, to be an incredibly useful tool for predicting how our inks will print on a full yard of a specific fabric. (Shown here on Silky Faille)

*Prices included here are shown before any discounts. Read below to learn more about our Everyday 10% Designer Discount, Bulk Discount and PRO Membership programs.

Perfect for accent walls, wood surfaces including bookcases and dressers, decals and craft projects

SAVINGS FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Sample Pack | $3

Color Guide | $1

Get a feel for all of our fabrics and papers with our comprehensive sample pack to pick the right choice for your project. We print the same color grid onto each sample for easy comparison.

Order an 8" x 8" swatch of printed Basic Cotton Ultra with 171 color chips and their hex codes to get an idea of our color rendering.

At Spoonflower, there are no minimums required. See below for special pricing and offers.

Designer Commissions

Bulk Discount

Designer Discount

For creative small business owners, our Bulk Discount or wholesale program applies to orders of 20 or more yards of fabric and can be composed of any combination of designs and fabrics. You will automatically receive:

When ordering one of your own designs, you will automatically receive an Everyday Designer Discount of 10% on any order larger than a swatch.

10% off orders of 20 to 49 yards of fabric

From professional designers to hobbyists, the Spoonflower Marketplace is for anyone who wants to make money selling their art. You earn 10% of every sale, every day, and up to 15% total if you are a power seller. Enjoy payouts every two weeks with as little as $10 in earnings. The best part? You always keep the rights to your work. Visit Spoonflower.com/sell to learn more.

Learn more about becoming a designer at Spoonflower.com/sell

15% off orders of 50 to 99 yards of fabric 20% off orders of 100+ yards of fabric

4 STEPS FOR UPLOADING 1. Click on ‟Designˮ in the navigation bar and then select ‟Upload.ˮ

PRO Membership PRO is a premium membership program for small business owners and frequent orderers. Its benefits include: Guaranteed 1-week turnaround time Free standard shipping worldwide on all orders of any size Half-price expedited shipping

Unlimited half-price swatches and swatch samplers Exclusive promotional offers

Access to exclusive fabrics Private forums and early access to insider news and sales

Dedicated help team

2. Select your file. We recommend uploading a JPG or PNG file at 150 DPI (dots per inch). All files should be under 40 MB in size.

3. Confirm that you own rights to the design. We respect the rights of artists and so should you. You retain the sole copyright for all original artworks that you upload.

4. Upload. Ta-da! See? We told you it was easy. Now the fun begins…

From here, you can play with repeat options. Choose to center your design or create a basic, half-drop, half-brick or mirror repeat.

Add a title, tags, keywords and description to your design.

Completing this important information about your design will ensure that other users and potential customers can find your design in the Spoonflower Marketplace and Google search.

Sell your design. Proof your work by ordering a swatch of your design on fabric (for just $5). Ensure that the colors and quality are what you expected. If you need to do some more tweaking, you can go back to your design and make all the necessary changes. If youʼre pleased, you can make it available for sale.

Get more info on how Spoonflower can work for your business at Spoonflower.com/wholesale

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dream room

Ursula Carmona,

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founder of DIY

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Headboard Headline

design blog Home Made by Carmona, has been in love with home décor and DIY as long as she can remember—and her 12-year-

How one mother-daughter team made their home their own

old daughter Priya is just as creatively inclined. When it came time to remodel her daughter's room, Ursula looked to Priya herself for inspiration.

“She is quite the little artist in the making,” said

Ursula. “It dawned on me that her room should be an expression of her style, her passions, and her own creations.” Together, mother and daughter thought of room elements they could design themselves and started creating. “You can imagine how thrilled I was when I learned that you could print your own designs on fabric and wallpaper through Spoonflower! It was a match made in DIY heaven.”

With Priya's designs, Spoonflower's Cypress Cotton Canvas and some elbow grease, Ursula revamped her daughter's room into

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designer in their own right."

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an expressive space full of personal touches.

“There is something wonder-filled about taking

has handed the average person the ability to let

an idea and seeing it become a physical product

their creativity soar and feel like a designer in

in your hand,” she says. “I love that Spoonflower

their own right.”

From the custom upholstered headboard to the cushy throw pillows, Ursula and Priya's vision was realized through their own creativity and discerning taste. Ursula is a proponent of tasteful design on a budget—but for her, being frugal doesn't mean sacrificing style. “Bringing your own custom DIY touches to a space is an amazing way show off your style and make your home uniquely yours,” advised Ursula. “Start simple and work your way up: reupholster a bench, make a pin board from your own fabric, make your own cafe curtains. You are only limited by your imagination.”

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eadboard in Whimsy Girl Floral H by homemadebycarmona, #F332 Pillow in Whimsical Leaves by homemadebycarmona, #RY137

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Make a Repeating Pattern

Fun little drawings can have big impact when turned into a repeating pattern on a throw pillow.

FROM A DRAWING IN ADOBE ® PHOTOSHOP ® Note: This tutorial is best suited for artwork on white paper.

1. Scan your artwork at 300 DPI and open it in Photoshop.

Use Replace Color, to make sure the background of the image is pure white. Click Image > Adjustments > Replace Color, make sure “Preview” is checked, and set the “Fuzziness” to 25. Next click on the background of the image; that hue will appear in the box labeled “Color.” Drag the “Lightness” slider all the way to the right—the “Result” box will turn white. You should see your image background turn bright white as well. Click “OK.”

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TIP: To adjust the colors of your image further use Image > Adjustments > Hue & Saturation and edit as needed.

2. Focusing on one element at a time, use the Lasso tool (in the side toolbar) to trace around your element as close as possible. “Copy” (command+C) and “Paste” (command+V) your selection; this will put it on a new layer. Repeat this process with any remaining elements.

3. Set up a new canvas to create your repeat by going to File > New. Any dimension will work (but a square is easiest). Set the Resolution “DPI” to 150, Color Mode to RGB and click “Create.”

Be sure to remember the measurements for the center point of your design as you’ll need it later. For example, if your canvas is a 1200px square the center point would be 600px.

GIFT WRAP Take your little oneʼs folded art creations, scan and arrange them for custom gift wrap that will delight grandparents and teachers.

Custom Gift Ideas With Spoonflower, you can transform your child’s artwork into one-of-a-kind keepsakes for family and caregivers.

Use the tutorial on p. 40 to make a repeating pattern with their drawings.

Step 3

4. Go back to your first canvas and click on one of your element layers. Make a selection of that layer under menu Select > All (command+A) and “Copy” it. Then “Paste” the element into your new canvas. Resize (if needed) and place it in the center.

TIP: To resize your element, use the Transform tool under Edit > Transform > Scale (command+T). Hold “Shift” while clicking and dragging from the corners, and press “Enter” to confirm the new size.

5. Make a duplicate of your first layer by clicking Layer > Duplicate Layer and click “OK” (command+J). Select your new layer and choose Filter > Other > Offset from the menu.

6. In the offset tool, enter the center point of your canvas (see Step 3) in the “Horizontal” and “Vertical” boxes. Click “OK.” 7. Your element should now repeat in each corner of your canvas with your first element still in the center. Now simply fill any empty space on your canvas with additional design elements (should you choose), being careful not to touch the edges of your canvas with any of the other elements.

That's it! When you’re happy with your repeat, save out an image as a JPEG or PNG under File > Save As and upload to Spoonflower.

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Step 5 TEA TOWEL To see more tips and photos on how to make a repeat, visit Spoonflower.com/photoshoprepeat (Don't have Photoshop? Get a free trial at adobe.com/products/photoshop)

Nothing could make your kid prouder than seeing their masterpiece displayed on a tea towel. (Future heirloom alert!)

ART CANVAS You won’t believe how easy—and inexpensive—it is to make custom artwork with Linen Cotton Canvas and some stretcher bars.

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Swans by rose_and_stone, #F458

Photo credit: Iridescent Photography

Small Businesses Search #spoonflower on Instagram, and you’ll find a plethora of makers doing really creative things with our fabrics and papers.

Check out small businesses like these featured

Pink Punch by plumebycece, #F459

shops over the holiday season to find unique

Plume by Cece

picks for thoughtful giving.

plumebycece.com | @plume.by.cece

Shibori Indigo by theplayfulcrow, #F457

Fabric accessory brand featuring original textiles and colorful statement pieces to add flair to any outfit.

Indigo Triangles Gold by crystal_walen, #F460

Xaria & Co xariaandco.com | @xariaandco Comfortable and stylish apparel for girls.

Beach Glass Bikinis beachglassbikinis.com | @beachglassbikinis A handmade swimwear brand featuring bikinis custom made to your measurements.

Triangles in Pink and Navy by emilywalkerartdesign, #F463

Emily Walker Art & Design emilywalkerartdesign.com | @emilywalkerartdesign Beautifully designed and crafted zipper pouches, tea towels, art prints and cards.

Designs by holli_zollinger

Lola And Stella lolaandstella.etsy.com | @lolaandstella Organic clothes for the baby or toddler with style.

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Kaoru Sanchez

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Essentials and sundries for yarn wizards crafting their own magic.

Modern, colorful textiles designed for creative and fun everyday items.

Adobo Rain Blue, #F462

Photo credit: Alyssa Nelson from Arlo and Pine

Modern Birds by kaoru_sanchez, #F464

Photo credit: Leila Seppa @leilaseppa

Leo Lion Gold and Turquoise, #F461

Nell & Co nellplusco.etsy.com | @nell.and.co Bold, bright and brave kids' apparel.

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Your Dress,Your Way The Zeena Dress from By Hand London is quite a

you in your size. Choose the long version that’s demure

chameleon, featuring a silhouette that flatters any figure

enough for tea with the Queen or the short version that’s

for any occasion. Skip the pattern cutting and taping with

packed with personality for holiday brunch.

Sprout Patterns, where all you have to do is choose a

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A | Poppy Wild Burgundy by holli_zollinger, #F372 In Poly Crepe de Chine

D | P aradise Bloom Dark by crystal_walen, #F243 In Poly Crepe de Chine

B | Spirals Pumpkin by wren_leyland, #F337 In Organic Cotton Sateen Ultra

E | O rigami Crane by jacquelynbizzottodesign, #F297 In Poly Crepe de Chine

C | T weedy Orbs by ottomanbrim, #F333 In Kona® Cotton Ultra

F | P oppy #1 by susiprint, #F221 In Chiffon

design you love, and we’ll print the pattern on fabric for Once you've ordered the Zeena Dress on Sprout, you have access to the digital pattern, so you can make variations such as adding a ruffle trim from extra fabric.

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Trace the leg pattern piece along the left fold, and cut out your fabric. Flip the pattern piece and repeat this step on the right fold of the fabric.

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Cut out two of the rectangle pattern pieces from the remaining fabric.

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Unfold the leg pieces, and place together with right sides facing. Note that the widest straight edge is the waistband.

Pin the long sides from the waist to where the fabric makes a point, and sew with a zigzag stitch using a ½" seam allowance.

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Reshape the leggings so the seams you’ve just sewn are now in the center instead of on the sides. Pin the legs together around the inseam with right sides facing, and stitch together.

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Zigzag stitch around raw edges, turn right side out and press.

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Fold over about 1" of fabric around the elastic, and stitch.

Be careful not to catch the elastic as you go!

Skip the DIY and get leggings at SproutPatterns.com.

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No-Sew Blankets

A | Kids Historical Viking Ship by littlesmilemakers, #F314

F | Free Birds Blue by pattyryboltdesigns, #F431

B | Animal Faces by weegallery, #F224

G | Zebra with Stripes and Leaves by shopcabin, #F361

C | Bauhaus Birds by la_fabriken, #F392

H | Vroom Vroom by booboo_collective, #F359

D | Bauhaus Tea Klee House by bruxamagica, #F380

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Pattern Play with Wallpaper | FEATURE

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Consider the Scale This is a category that’s often overlooked by consumers, but is a

mixing accessible for all of us. Keep some

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prints that are all the same scale by previewing designs at the

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swatch, for example). When choosing a large-scale print for something like curtains or wallpaper, stick with less busy patterns and color palettes, and add in smaller-scale whimsical patterns on

We recently renovated our home

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impact for our entryway, yet

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By mixing black & white

something you like, check if the designer has created a collection

Choose Your Colors

with matching options or simply ask for another colorway. Most

Love a certain color? This is an easy way to narrow down a color

designers will be happy to oblige!

palette. Let’s say your central color is blush pink. Try finding a set of designs that incorporate that color either to a large extent or as an

designs of varying densities,

accent color. To keep things cohesive, reduce your overall palette to

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only a few other hues: here we’ve used white, mustard and shades of blue to create a dreamy nursery-ready look. You can also play it safe

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C | T riangle Simple Black and White by andrea_lauren, #F425

M | M oon Phases Pink by littlefoxhill, #F405

D | Impression Black and White by leanne, #F426

N | Shooting Stars Pink by littlefoxhill, #F408

E | Sevilla Spanish Tiles by heatherdutton, #F427

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P | P etra Leopard by holli_zollinger, #F320

Do you have a bold piece of art or rug in the room that you

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Q | P etra Geo by holli_zollinger, #F330

H | T iny Black Dots by elisabeth_fredriksson, #F430

R | S hiko Marine Mint by holli_zollinger, #F326

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B | Geometric Lino Print by crumpetsandcrabsticks, #F424

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and-white damask drapes, consider rococo-style flower prints and stripes in varying shades of yellow, blue, white and black.

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Roostery sheet sets & duvet covers available in Twin, Full/Queen & King sizes $179-$249

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Maryn by hlively, #RY156 Pillow shown in Velvet

Peony Branch Plum and Red on Blue by danika_herrick, #RY154 Pillow shown in Eco Canvas

Scandinavian Sweet Hedgehog by littlesmilemakers, #RY153 Pillow shown in Eco Canvas

With luxurious fabrics for throw pillows and blankets, Roostery has just what you need for a long winter’s nap. Our stylists hand-picked complementary design pairings for a line of special edition double-sided throw blankets that are ready for you to add to your home! Add Catalan Throw Pillows in a coordinating print for a complete couch refresh.

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Express yourself with custom fabrics & papers

Llamas in the Desert by heleen_vd_thillart, #RY157 Blanket shown in Minky Llamas Half Circles Pink by heleen_vd_thillart, #RY169 Pillow shown in Eco Canvas

Tribal Maze Cement on Cream by danika_herrick, #RY164 Blanket shown in Velvet Terrazzo in Blue Green by danika_herrick, #RY155 Pillow shown in Velvet

Midnight White Dots by crystal_walen, #RY165 Blanket shown in Minky Watercolor Stripe Midnight by crystal_walen, #RY152 Pillow shown in Eco Canvas

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Abstract Stripe Lines by littlesmilemakers, #RY167 Blanket shown in Minky

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Africa by booboo_collective, #RY172 Blanket shown in Velvet Africa Giraffe Print by booboo_collective, #RY158 Blanket shown in Velvet

Pink and White Garden by shopcabin, #RY171 Blanket shown in Minky Dark Aqua and Ivory Stripes by shopcabin, #RY160 Pillow shown in Eco Canvas

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Bauhaus Movement by mintedtulip, #RY173 Blanket shown in Minky Bauhaus Dot Pattern by mintedtulip, #RY159 Pillow shown in Eco Canvas

Grecca Gray Orange by chicca_besso, #RY175 Blanket shown in Velvet Field in Orange Gray by chicca_besso, #RY151 Pillow shown in Velvet

Sevilla Blanco by heatherdutton, #RY174 Blanket shown in Minky Sevilla Spanish Tile Blue by heatherdutton, #RY161 Pillow shown in Eco Canvas

Check out more special edition double-sided throws at Roostery.com.

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There's A Design For That | PERENNIAL FAVORITES

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We’ve always been your destination for designs you won’t find anywhere else, but did you know that thousands of new designs are added every month? Spend a few minutes fishing for a theme that pairs with a friend’s personality, and you’ll discover that this is one game that never gets old.

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Hockey Skates on Ice by dearchickie, #F238

Riviera by ruthburrows, #F214

Travel Back in Time by oppositedge, #F378

Colorful Jockey Silks by cooper+craft, #F316

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Croquet by meredith_watson, #F363

Treasure Map by yuliia_studzinska, #F233

Folk Art Dinosaurs by robinskarbek, #F236

50�s Vintage Xmas Cats by juliesfabrics, #F179

Spectacle by heatherdutton, #F411

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Long Train by samossie, #F180

Elf Owls by jevaart, #F348

Paul Bunyan & Babe Biking by cindylindgren, #F260

Hygge Warm Winter Wishes by retrorudolphs, #F281

Fetch by nadinewestcott, #F283

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Circles and Triangles and Squares by anda, #F391 FOR THE

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Roller Derby Girls by denisecolgan, #F396 FOR THE

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Mix Tapes by pennycandy, #F106

Pinatas by lisahilda, #F153

Tinker Talk by sheri_mcculley, #F116

Bandage Stripe Blue by lellobird, #F323

Table Tennis by revista, #F220

Alien Incubators by jillbyers, #F349

How to Make a Cappuccino by kate_legge, #F105

Rosé All Day by charlottewinter, #F397

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