Clover suffolk puffs patchwork

Our testers try out the new yoyo gadgets from clover for making suffolk puffs. I like the different sizes of suffolk puffs that are use and the different sizes have different effects and gather differently. Or added as decoration to all manner of items cushions. I used a clover suffolk maker which made the making of the yo yos really fun and i have written another article for so crafty magazine about making suffolk puffs and yo. Unless youre planning on a random layout, its a good idea to design a puff quilt before choosing fabrics. Embellishments are a great way to personalise your craft projects, from garments to wear to bags, table decorations, toys and of course, quilts. Yo yos suffolk puffs and pom poms are two brilliantly effective types of embellishment, and we have a range of tools to allow them to be made quickly and easily in several different sizes. Make a shamrock clip for st patricks day molly and mama. Trim round the fabric leaving a small hem of about 6mm 14in. Buttons or bows hide the centre fabric ends and stitching. How to make a suffolk puffyoyo with jennie rayment youtube.

Its most often associated with quilting, and antique yoyo quilts can be quite stunning. Clover yo yo makers are a quick and easy way to make the perfect yoyo also called a suffolk puff. Free yoyo patterns clover heart yoyo maker flower crafts, diy. Yoyos and embroidery as quilt border would love for going across one of my art boxes. This is what i made this year to give as thank you presents to my youngest daughters teacher and teaching assistant at the end of the school year. It was a fiddly project and when it was done, i didnt want to. The kit includes pattern, 56 fat sixteenths 10 squares and 46 6 squares for suffolk puffs. Quilting tipshand quiltingquilting projectssewing projects fabric craftssewing craftsdiy craftsyo yo quiltpuff quilt.

I love the relaxed pace and how i can take portions of the project with me. In the sewing world, a suffolk puff or yoyo is simply a circle of fabric which is gathered around the edge so that it turns in on itself in a puffy kind of way. Theyre great to make with children, or even for an onthego project just put a few circles of fabric in your bag with a needle and thread and youre good to sew. Yoyo and pompom makers from clover, perfect as embellishments and decorations for your craft goods. See more ideas about yo yo quilt, knitting blogs and crafts. When i discovered a square of suffolk puff patchwork amidst a bundle of vintage textiles i decided the pretty, softly faded fabrics needed a second chance. Use suffolk puffs yo yos to make a christmas tree, wreaths or a garland.

I prefer to refer to the original name as i live and work in suffolk, a county in england. If you have some of the white stuff, make the most of it and get creative with snow dyeing. This video shows another way that 5 squares can be used, this time for something round. Mar 26, 2009 as you can see i only got so far with my research on the origins of suffolk puffs. I used a clover suffolk maker which made the making of the yo yos really fun and i have written another article for so crafty magazine about making suffolk puffs and yo yos. There are ideas for using them in our publication fun with fabric.

Browse through our range of fabrics, kits and patterns. I made this pillow using up most of my french general scraps. Small bag charm with suffolk puff centre free pattern. Fantastic little gadget that makes making yoyos aka suffolk puffs much. Total ratings 1, 18 in quiilt blocks to embroider you get 12 jd go to next slide best selling.

This is the time of the week where i show you a small video and today it is all about suffolk puffs yo yos. The clover quick yoyo maker allows you to make evenlyspaced stitches in order to create beautiful gathers of fabric known as yoyos or suffolk puffs. Use our magazine locator links to find your nearest stockist. Americans call these little gathered circles yoyos and may never of heard of suffolk, a county to the east of london, which is famous for lovely beaches and low rainfall but in the uk they are suffolk puff s. At least the instructions are fairly clear, so i know what i am supposed to be doing i shall go back to making my suffolk puffs the oldfashioned way. How to sew an easy puff baby quilt a crafted passion. Describe your favorite quilting pattern by nancy zieman. To state the blatantly obvious, suffolk puffs are traditionally associated with the county of suffolk. The large heart size creates a finished heart shaped yo yo approximately 1. This post has been a long time in the making i made this puff quilt mat using my own quilt as you go method for my mum as a christmas present in 2011. I shall go back to making my suffolk puffs the oldfashioned way. Clover puff quilting clips 2 packages 1 large size and. I have used it with quiltweight cotton, a lining fabric, silk dupioni and a slinky. Nov 26, 2009 if you are regular readers of my blog then you will notice that a lot of my favourite bloggers go here, and julie has come up with a wonde.

Learn to use the clover yo yo maker to create fast and easy yo yos. These sweet little suffolk puffs can be used as brooches by adding a little safety pin, or they can be added to hair clips or bands. Spring tape measure 60 inch150 cm plotting scale 50 cm mm gauge. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Suffolk puffs or fabric yo yos either way how to make. Jan 23, 20 here, in a traditional patchwork form is a sample of suffolk puffs. It is the weekend and i hope that you are all enjoying your down time. Samples made on the clover yoyo tools fabric crafts. We run a wide range of workshops in our spacious workshop suitable for all skill levels. Circles of fabric, are stitched around the edges then pulled up to gather into the centre. Americans call these little gathered circles yoyos and its easy to see why, whereas we brits refer to them as suffolk puffs. While were looking at things made from circles heres three patterns in one. Debbie is an awardwinning seamstress and tailor who wrote sewing content for over 18 years for the spruce crafts. Clover materiel pour tricot, couture, patchwork et quilting.

A place in suffolk where people who love patchwork, felting and all kinds of textile craft, can come for their supplies, inspiration, advice and help. Simply stitch yoyos together into various kinds of handwork. Table runner and placemats, quilted table runners, patchwork table runner, quilting projects, sewing projects, handmade crafts. The finished quilt will measure about 32 inches by. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Make a fabric yo yo or suffolk puff using this easy to follow tutorial, with lots of images, simple instructions and project ideas. But thats not important, what is important is the fact that i need about 974 more puffs for the future quilt i plan to make at the rate im going, i may have that done by the time im 60.

The panel was stitched to the front of a plain pink cushion and i was delighted with the way the unexpectedly bright colour peeped out through the spaces between the puffs. Puffs and stuff childrens projects british patchwork and quilting. Make a fabric yo yo or suffolk puff molly and mama. Basically, you make individual stuffed squares from cloth and sew the squares together. How to make a suffolk puffyo yo with jennie rayment. See more ideas about yo yo quilt, fabric crafts and sewing crafts. I made a yoyo covered bauble in pink and t suffolk puff ball yoyo ornie from maximumrabbitdesigns.

This is a quick little project which is perfect for gifting and a great way to use up bits of fabric scraps. They can look daggy or tacky if youre not careful but some things are quite interesting and they can add texture, colour and pattern to projects some of the fashion ideas would be interesting to make. Suffolk christmas tree this project uses suffolk puffs which are also known as yoyos. I have seen friends use clover yoyo makers, and since i had a quilt i wanted to put. Mar 17, 2017 there are so many different craft ideas for suffolk puffs or yoyos. It was the first time ive made a suffolk puff also known as fabric yoyos and was pleased i tried something new. Use graph paper or another method to create a grid thats nine squares across and 11 squares tall. Jun 04, 2012 how to make a suffolk puffyo yo with jennie rayment. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Quick easy and accurate method for making the traditional suffolk puff. If you are looking for economical gifts for family and friends, suffolk puffs may be the solution, as they can be sewn into any shape. The clover quick yo yo makers are a quick and easy way to make a fabric yo yo, otherwise known as a suffolk puff. Quilt as you go puff quiltmat tutorial cook clean craft.

Suffolk puffs are great for easy patchwork projects because all you need is a circle of fabric and a needle and thread no fancy gadgets in sight. How to make a yoyo or suffolk puff from a 5 square. Yo yo suffolk puff makers clover quilting and sewing crafts. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Sep 09, 2016 how to make a yoyo using a clover yoyo maker. Clover quick yoyo maker heart shaped small part no. Fantastic little gadget that makes making yoyos aka suffolk puffs much, much easier and quicker.

Again these are great for young stitchers to have a go at. Clover puff quilting clips large sewing quilting patchwork. First, i started by buying 8 complementary fabrics of different textures. Clover quick yoyo maker round 20mm extra small wool. Suffolk puffs attached to crazy patchwork with embroidery. So if a tablecloth seems like too big a project, how about making a table runner or a cushion cover instead. Maybe there is a knack to using these which i havent yet discovered, but i found mine very fiddly to use, and thinner fabrics just slip out of the gripper. These quilts date back to the 19th century and were very. A suffolk puff is simply a circle of material gathered in on itself to form a smaller, double thickness, puffier circle. Make fasionable embellishments for bags, clothes as well as toys. Americans call these little gathered circles yoyos and its easy to see why, whereas we b the story behind the stitches sewing room secrets suffolk puffs. Make a fabric yo yo or suffolk puff sewing projects, sewing.

I knew i wanted to make a fun quilt for my future baby and since my husband had already decided we were going to have a purple and gray nursery for a future baby girl one day, it made it easy. In the past 9 months, however, i totally surprised myself and most enjoyed anything to which i can add appliqued leaves, stems, and suffolk puffs yoyos made with clover tools, and which i use in place of circles or flowers. Also with my clover yoyo maker to make the 9 suffolk puffs it was quick and easy. This neck piece also uses suffolk puffs to present flowers. Fill in the blanks with colors or with shadesofgray color values to design the layout. Suffolk puffs and yoyos yo yo dragon if only had this pattern when my children were growing up would have been the best make your own dragon plush. The clover yoyo suffolk puff makers are very simple to use. I really procrastinated writing the tutorial for this.

Free delivery and returns on ebay plus items for plus members. I made my christmas suffolk puffs with the quick yoyo maker from clover. May 21, 2014 make a fabric yo yo or suffolk puff using this easy to follow tutorial, with lots of images, simple instructions and project ideas. Here is a stepbystep tour of using the clover yoyo maker tools. See more ideas about yo yo quilt, fabric crafts and fabric flowers. The method of making suffolk puffs does not differ for any of these projects. Make a fabric yo yo or suffolk puff sewing projects. Total ratings 3, pittsburgh steelers grouping 5 inch quilt squares 40.

This tutorial demonstrates how to use a clover brand yo yo maker to make a yoyo suffolk puff. Get the best deal for clover craft quilting from the largest online selection at. This simply made quilt focuses on zingy spots and depression era fabrics. Suffolk puff ideas yo yo quilt, quilts, beautiful quilts. Here, in a traditional patchwork form is a sample of suffolk puffs. Really, i should be satisfied, but i somehow want more. Hand piecing, machine piecing, epp, fpp, suffolk puffs, flying geese, needle turn. How to make a perfect yoyo every time lazy girl designs. See more ideas about sewing, fabric flowers and yo yo quilt. Originally, suffolk puffs were made from scraps of fabric and sewn. Items similar to polka red fabric yo yo quilt applique suffolk puff scrapbook handmade trim embellishment on etsy polka red fabric yo yo quilt applique suffolk puff scrapbook this would be pretty in a heart shape on a pillow or sham 40 polka red fabric yo yos you will receive 20 yo yos in plain red and 20 yo yos in red with a white polka dot. Create a shamrock clip using a fabric yo yo, and a felt four leaf clover.

See more ideas about fabric crafts, yo yo quilt and sewing crafts. One ball has been covered with tiny puffs while i have used the jumbo maker to make the one with the tassel. Now lets stitch a pretty yo yo you may also know it as a suffolk puff. One pack of 5 charm squares or a minimum of 31 squares one large clover yoyo maker fat quarter of fabric for backing and binding 18 square wadding. Yoyo and pompom makers from clover the cotton patch. This technique differs from the traditional method used to make the quilts so before you begin, read the pattern to get a feel for the entire assembly process unless youre planning on a random layout, its a good idea to design a puff quilt before choosing fabrics. The next simple tree hanging is made from suffolk puffs also called yo yos, a traditional patchwork technique. Suffolk christmas tree this project uses suffolk puffs. It also uses on colour which keeps the piece simple. Yo yo makers clover yo yos patchwork quilting fabric uk. Suffolk puffs are great for easy patchwork projects becauseall you need isa circle of fabric and a needle and thread no fancy gadgets in sight. So, while i was making some recently, i put together a tutorial.