Kettle & Bloom: A Cozy Tea Inspired Pattern Collection for Sewing and Home Decor

Shop this collection on Spoonflower, where it’s available on fabric, wallpaper, and home decor.
These designs make the perfect backdrop for grown-up tea parties and cozy, character-filled spaces.
https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1451055

Some collections come together quickly. Others need a little time.

Kettle & Bloom is one of those collections.

Originally designed early last year, this novelty pattern collection is inspired by vintage tea kettles, teacups, and tea bags, with a cozy cottage meets shabby chic tea party vibe. While I loved the concept from the start, the collection didn’t fully reflect how I design now, or how sewists and home decorators actually use fabric and wallpaper.

So I revisited it.

A Tea-Themed Novelty Collection with a Cozy, Grown-Up Feel

Kettle & Bloom is a novelty collection meant for fun, expressive projects. It’s not designed to be subtle or background-only. Instead, it’s meant for makers and decorators who enjoy themed designs and aren’t afraid to let them shine.

This collection is for:

• tea enthusiasts who love incorporating that ritual into their home

• sewists and quilters looking for unique focal prints

• wallpaper and home decor shoppers creating cozy, personality-filled spaces

The main motifs throughout the collection are tea kettles, teacups, and tea bags, with small floral details sprinkled into the hero prints to soften the layouts and add charm, without turning the collection into a floral-heavy design.

Why I Updated the Collection

When I first released Kettle & Bloom, the hero prints were strong, but the collection itself felt incomplete. There were limited coordinates, and the overall palette leaned cooler and grayer than I wanted for a cozy tea-inspired theme.

Some of those original designs are still available here:
https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1143743

But as I looked at the collection again, it became clear that it needed better support patterns and a warmer color direction to really work for quilting, sewing, and interior projects.

Designing a Collection That Mixes and Matches

My approach to pattern collections is very intentional. I want them to be flexible and easy to use, not just visually interesting on their own.

To bring Kettle & Bloom together, I added:

• Small-scale ginghams that work as blenders, bindings, and grounding prints

• Soft, delicate coordinates that balance the novelty motifs without competing

• Playful stripes that add structure and contrast for quilts and home decor

These additions make it much easier to mix prints across a project, whether you’re sewing a quilt, creating table linens, or using multiple patterns together in a room.

Warmer Colorways for a More Inviting Look

Another major update was the color palette.

The refreshed collection moves away from cooler gray tones and into warmer, cozier colorways that feel more at home in kitchens, dining spaces, and relaxed living areas. Soft blues, warm neutrals, and gentle pinks give the tea-themed motifs a more inviting, lived-in feel.

Each colorway was designed to stand alone, while still coordinating easily across the collection.

Designed for Fabric, Wallpaper, and Home Decor

Kettle & Bloom was created with multiple uses in mind:

• Quilts and patchwork projects, where novelty prints need strong supporting coordinates

• Kitchen and table sewing, such as tea towels, runners, and placemats

• Wallpaper and home decor, perfect for breakfast nooks, kitchens, or cozy corners

The designs are playful and themed, but still refined enough for grown-up spaces.

A Tea Collection That Finally Feels Complete

Sometimes a collection needs time to mature. Revisiting Kettle & Bloom allowed me to finish it in a way that feels aligned with how I design now, and how people actually use pattern collections.

With updated colorways and thoughtfully designed coordinates, this collection now feels cohesive, flexible, and ready for a wide range of creative projects.

You can explore the full updated Kettle & Bloom collection here:
https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1451055

If you’d like to see any of these designs in a different color or scale, feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to make adjustments to fit your project. I’m also open to licensing opportunities and collaborations on new designs.

How I Grew My Pinterest Views Without Courses or Ads

I haven’t taken a Pinterest course, and I haven’t run ads. But over the past few months, I’ve grown my Pinterest views from about 11k to 195k.

I’m not sharing this as a brag or a blueprint, just as a real look at what’s been working for me so far. My growth came from being more intentional (and honestly, more analytical) about how I use Pinterest.

If you’re a designer, maker, or creative who feels overwhelmed by Pinterest advice, this is my exact process.

How I think about Pinterest (and why this shift mattered)

The biggest shift for me was realizing that Pinterest isn’t social media in the traditional sense. I don’t treat it like Instagram or Facebook. I think of it more like a visual search engine and, in a way, a portfolio.

If I’m going to put time and effort into Pinterest, I want my profile to feel intentional and organized. I want someone to land there and immediately understand what I make, how my work is grouped, and where they can go next.

That mindset influences every step of my process.

Scheduling pins consistently (without burning out)

I schedule my pins directly in Pinterest. Usually around 15–30 pins at a time, spread out across the month. Pinterest currently allows scheduling up to 30 days out, which works well with how I batch my work.

I’m not aiming for daily pinning at all costs. Consistency matters more to me than volume. Spacing pins out every other day or so feels sustainable and avoids the stress of trying to constantly keep up.

Using Instagram to support Pinterest, not replace it

I have my Instagram set up to automatically feed posts to Pinterest. I don’t leave those pins untouched, though.

Every few days, I go into Pinterest and check which Instagram posts have come through. When I edit them, I:

• Add a clear, descriptive title

• Fix or rewrite the description

• Make sure the link goes exactly where I want it to

• Save the pin to the correct board

I do this in edit mode rather than repinning.

This step has been especially helpful during busy weeks. Even if I’m a little behind on scheduling pins, Instagram activity keeps things moving, and I can clean things up later so the pins still work the way I want them to.

Focusing on one collection at a time (and why it helps Pinterest)

Before I schedule any pins, I focus on a single collection and do three things:

1. I create the pin images

2. I write a blog post related to that collection

3. I create a dedicated Pinterest board just for that collection

Working this way keeps everything cohesive. The pins, boards, and blog content all support each other, and Pinterest has more context to understand what the content is about.

It also helps me avoid the scattered feeling that can happen when I try to promote too many things at once.

How I batch and schedule Pinterest pins

When it’s time to schedule, I batch the entire process.

First, I decide where each pin will link and copy those links in. Some pins go to a blog post, some go directly to a product (fabric, wallpaper, or home decor), and some go to the overall collection.

I intentionally mix destinations because I think it helps prevent pins from being flagged as spam, and it also matches how people actually browse. Not everyone is ready to buy right away.

Next, I pick the dates. If I don’t have enough pins ready for a full month, I space them out every other day or so and let Instagram fill in the gaps.

Once the dates and links are set, I add the rest of the information, making sure the titles and descriptions are written with my audience in mind, and I always fill out alt text.

About sales, traffic, and realistic expectations

My sales haven’t skyrocketed yet, and I think that’s important to say out loud.

I’ve only been doing this for a few months, and right now my main focus is driving traffic to my blog and my Spoonflower shop. Pinterest feels very top-of-funnel to me. People save first and decide later.

Some of my pins are being saved hundreds of times, which is exciting and a little unsettling. I can see the boards they’re being saved to, and sometimes it looks like people are pinning purely for inspiration or even to reference the design for their own projects.

That said, I’ve been able to trace a few sales directly back to Pinterest through outbound clicks. That tells me the effort is doing something, even if it’s slow.

Where I’m at now (and why I’m sticking with Pinterest)

This approach has helped me grow my views steadily without courses, ads, or trying to game the system. I’m still learning, still watching what works, and still refining my process.

Pinterest feels like a long game, but for me, it’s starting to feel worth the effort.

If nothing else, treating it like a portfolio has made the platform feel more manageable and more aligned with how I already work.

Earth Worn Heritage Florals

A Boho Cottage Collection for Timeless Interiors

Shop this mix and match fabric and wallpaper collection in my Spoonflower shop!
The full collection is available now on fabric, wallpaper and home decor and was designed to work easily across a wide range of projects.

Earth Worn Heritage Florals is a pattern collection designed with interiors in mind. Inspired by heritage florals, hand-drawn textures, and timeworn color palettes, this collection blends boho warmth with cottage-style charm in a way that feels grounded, livable, and timeless.

The designs lean into earthy neutrals, softened blues, olive greens, terracotta tones, and stitched-style coordinates that pair beautifully together. While the collection includes a mix of florals, geometrics, stripes, and subtle blenders, every pattern was created to work cohesively across larger interior projects.

This collection really shines on bedding, curtains, and soft furnishings, where scale, repeat, and texture matter most. The florals bring character without overwhelming a space, and the coordinating patterns make it easy to mix prints while keeping a calm, layered look. These designs are especially well suited for bedrooms, guest rooms, cottages, and cozy, collected interiors.

Earth Worn Heritage Florals is available through my Spoonflower shop as fabric, wallpaper, and home decor, making it easy to carry a design through multiple surfaces in the same space. Whether you are designing custom curtains, quilting a bedspread, or adding a feature wall, the collection was built to support real-world interior use.

One of my favorite parts of this work is collaboration. If you are envisioning this collection in a different color palette, need a specific scale adjustment, or have an idea for an additional coordinating design, I am always happy to help. Working together to bring a project to life and seeing these patterns used in real spaces is what I love most about what I do.

You can view the full Earth Worn Heritage Florals collection here:
https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1448835

Spring Bunnies Collection

Shop this mix and match spring fabric and wallpaper collection in my Spoonflower shop!
The full collection is available now on fabric, wallpaper and home decor and was designed to work easily across a wide range of projects.

This Spring Bunnies collection is my first release of the new year and reflects a fresh start creatively. After spending the end of 2025 planning and refining my direction, I wanted this collection to feel thoughtful, cohesive, and easy to use. It’s designed around soft spring motifs and gentle color palettes that work especially well for kids’ Easter and spring projects.

These designs are best suited for fabric and wallpaper and work especially well for:

• Children’s clothing and matching sibling outfits

• Quilts, blankets, and baby gifts

• Spring tablecloths, napkins, and seasonal home accents

• Nursery decor and playroom walls

• Smaller sewing projects where coordination matters

The collection was created with mix and match flexibility in mind. Each pattern can stand on its own, but they’re intentionally scaled and spaced to pair easily together without feeling overwhelming. The goal was to make coordinating simple, whether you’re working on one project or several.

You can browse and shop the full Spring Bunnies collection directly in my Spoonflower shop, where each design is available as fabric, wallpaper, and home decor.

Free color and scale adjustments are always available. If you need a different palette or scale to better suit your project, just reach out.

Valentine’s Day Hearts and Bows Collection

Shop this mix and match Valentine’s Day Hearts and Bows collection in my Spoonflower shop.
The full collection is available now on fabric and was designed to work easily across a wide range of sewing projects.

This Valentine’s Day Hearts and Bows collection was created with fabric lovers in mind. It features a cohesive mix of hearts, bows, stripes, plaids, and simple blenders that pair well together without feeling busy. The scale and spacing are intentional, making these prints easy to combine for both small and larger projects.

These designs are best suited for fabric and work especially well for:

• Quilts and patchwork

• Children’s clothing and accessories

• Handmade gifts and Valentine’s Day décor

• Smaller sewing projects where clean, readable patterns matter

The collection was built to be flexible. You can use one print on its own or mix several designs together for a coordinated look. Everything is meant to work together without competing for attention.

You can browse and shop the full Hearts and Bows collection directly in my Spoonflower shop, where each design is available on a variety of fabric types.

Free color and scale adjustments are always available.
If you need a different color palette or scale to better suit your project, just reach out!

Crafted Camellias

A Craft Maximalism Pattern Collection

Crafted Camellias is a surface pattern collection created as my response to Spoonflower’s Craft Maximalism challenge. It blends traditional craft influences with bold, joyful color, resulting in designs that feel both grounded and optimistic.

When I think about craft, I think about symmetry, repetition, and simple motifs, the kind you’d expect from block printing or early textile traditions. When I think about maximalism, I think color, energy, and confidence. This collection lives at the intersection of those ideas.

The camellia motif anchors the collection. Each design plays with balance, rhythm, and saturated palettes while keeping the forms clear and intentional. The result is a body of work that feels graphic, cheerful, and a little bit boho, without losing its handcrafted roots.

Inspired by Craft, Reimagined with Color

Much of this collection is influenced by the structured symmetry and repeat logic found in traditional decorative arts, including the work of William Morris. Instead of muted, historic palettes, Crafted Camellias leans into brighter hues and high contrast combinations, giving these classic ideas a modern, energetic twist.

This approach allows the patterns to feel expressive and playful while still being versatile enough for interiors, apparel, and handmade projects.

Available as Fabric, Wallpaper, and Home Decor

All designs in the Crafted Camellias collection are available for purchase through my Spoonflower shop as:

• Fabric (for sewing, quilting, and crafts)

• Wallpaper

• Home decor items

Each pattern is designed to work both as a statement piece and as part of a coordinated set.

You can view the full collection here:
https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1439084

Custom Scale and Color Adjustments

I offer free scale and color adjustments on all designs in this collection. If you need a pattern resized for a specific project or want to explore a different color direction, feel free to reach out.

Closing Out the Year

This is my final design release of 2026. Crafted Camellias feels like a natural way to close out the year and step into the next one. The collection is colorful, cheerful, and optimistic, qualities I’m intentionally carrying forward into future work.

If you’re drawn to craft inspired patterns with a bold, modern edge, this collection was made for you.

November Recap

November was full of creative momentum for me. I had every intention of posting regularly to social media, but the ideas kept coming and I didn’t want to step out of the flow. Holiday marketing will have to forgive me this year. When I’m able to settle into that productive rhythm, I tend to stay there as long as I can, and this month it led to something I’m genuinely proud of: five new collections. I leaned into blue, sage and creamy tan tones more than I expected, and I’ve been consciously steering my designs toward a style that feels at home in interior spaces.

Vinca Stripes

I started the month with Vinca Stripes, inspired by the indestructible little flowers (or weeds, depending on who you ask) that take over our yard every summer. My husband insists on keeping them, and I’ve finally admitted they’re charming. This collection is built on a clean, versatile symmetrical floral with coordinating linen look textures in multiple colorways. The pink and green version feels especially cheerful. It’s slightly nostalgic, slightly preppy, and surprisingly refined once you see it on home decor mock ups.

Collection: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1420791

Winter Equestrian (and Friends)

Next came what might be my largest project of the month: my first horse themed collection. My personal challenge was to keep things simple and crisp, with a clear vision for how the designs would look as a bedding set. It began as a Christmas concept, then grew into a winter version in pink and teal, and finally evolved into a calming neutral palette with blues, greens, and browns. Each colorway developed its own personality, which is why they now live as separate collections in my Spoonflower shop. If I had to pick favorites, the jumbo ginghams in the neutral group are high on the list. They make wonderful wallpaper and I’m already dreaming up ideas for more color options.

Christmas: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1422057
Winter (Pink + Teal): https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1422224
Neutrals: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1425609

Flowering Olive Branch

This collection has a bit of personal history drawn into it. Years ago, I bought an olive tree that stubbornly refused to grow. It lived in a pot, looking more like a stick than a tree, until I finally planted it in the garden. It has since transformed into something strong and beautiful. There’s a lesson in there somewhere about timing and perseverance. Flowering Olive Branch reflects that simplicity and quiet resilience, with patterns designed especially with wallpaper in mind.

Collection: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1425346

Preppy Coastal

I created this artwork while in New York City for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Not exactly a coastal setting, yet somehow I came home with seashells and ribbons on my mind. This collection holds a lot of fond memories for me, and the style feels clean, light, and a little bit playful. It’s a reminder that inspiration doesn’t always arrive from the most obvious places.

Collection: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1427633

Pimpernel Florals

I ended the month with Pimpernel Florals, inspired by a botanical illustration I stumbled across in one of my vintage reference books. I created most of the artwork in Affinity on my iPad; a program I’m still getting used to, but one that’s quickly becoming part of my workflow. I’m gathering my thoughts on the switch and will share more about that soon. For now, this collection feels like a satisfying way to close out November.

Collection: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1429577

Looking Ahead

This month reminded me how much can happen when ideas have room to grow. December is already shaping up to be full, but I’m hoping to complete another four collections and continue refining my interior focused approach. With Affinity now in the mix, my process is speeding up, and I’m excited to see where it leads.

Thank you for following along and for being here during these creative sprints. I’m looking forward to sharing more…hopefully at a more reasonable pace.

Skateboarding Dinos: A Playful Collection for Boys and Girls

Designs showcased on a Creatsy fabric mockups

Dinosaurs are timeless. They capture kids’ imaginations, inspire stories and play, and somehow bridge the gap between ages and genders. That’s exactly what I had in mind when I created my Skateboarding Dinos collection; a playful set of designs available in both boy and girl friendly colorways.

This collection isn’t just about dinosaurs. It’s about providing options that feel fun, cohesive, and versatile, whether you’re sewing matching pajamas or decorating a shared space.

Fabric for Kids’ Projects

The prints in this collection are available on fabric through my Spoonflower shop, which makes them perfect for clothing, bedding, and quilts. Here are a few ideas to get started:

• Sibling Outfits: Sew a matching pajama set for brothers and sisters, or coordinate a dress and button down shirt with different prints from the same palette.

• Quilts and Bedding: Use the coordinates and blenders together for quilts that that showcase these playful dinosaurs.

• Everyday Clothes: Think twirly skirts, joggers, or even backpacks and accessories. These dinos bring plenty of personality.

Wallpaper for Shared Rooms

One of my favorite ways to bring a collection to life is with wallpaper. Since this collection is available in two distinct palettes, it’s a great choice for kids who share a room.

• Shared Spaces: A wallpaper accent wall with Skateboarding Dinos can tie together a boy/girl sibling room without feeling one sided.

• Playrooms: Bright, fun, and energetic, these prints are the perfect backdrop for toys, reading corners, and craft tables.

Why Two Colorways Matter

Kids often want to feel like their space and clothes are theirs, even when they’re sharing. Having both palettes means you can coordinate without everything being identical. A sister might choose pastel dinos for her dress, while her brother picks the bolder palette for pajamas — both unique, but clearly part of the same story. The same idea works beautifully with bedding or wall art in a shared bedroom.

Where to Find the Collection

The Skateboarding Dinos collection is available now in my Spoonflower shop. Each design can be printed on fabric, wallpaper, or home decor items like pillows and curtains. These designs are also available for licensing, and I welcome inquiries for custom collaborations.

There is a wide variety of colors and scales for these designs in my Spoonflower shop. Feel free to reach out for additional color & scale changes.

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I use Creatsy mockups to showcase my designs. If you’d like to explore their wide variety of professional mockups for your own projects, you can visit the Creatsy website. If you choose to make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you — and in doing so, you’re helping support my creative career. Thank you!

Halloween Geese – A Whimsical Fabric Collection

Designs shown on a Creatsy fabric mockup

Traditional Halloween colors

Purple and pastel color way

Growing up in Connecticut, Halloween always carried a certain kind of magic. Maybe it was the crisp New England air, the crunch of leaves underfoot, or the way witches seemed to take center stage thanks to our proximity to Salem. When I created my Halloween Geese Collection, I wasn’t consciously thinking about that connection, but somehow, the playful geese in witch hats brought me right back to my childhood Halloweens.

This collection blends storybook charm with classic Halloween motifs such as pumpkins, bats, stars, and dangling spiders while keeping things lighthearted and fun. The witchy geese are the stars of the show, but the coordinating blenders make it easy to mix and match for seasonal projects.

Sewing & Crafting Ideas

If you’re a sewist or crafter looking to bring some festive flair to your Halloween projects, here are a few ways to use this collection:

• Trick-or-Treat Bags: Pair the bold goose print with one of the polka dot or pumpkin blenders for lining or straps.

• Table Runners & Napkins: Mix the spider stripe with the jack-o’-lantern dots for a playful but not-too-spooky dining setup.

• Quilts & Throws: Alternate panels of the witchy geese print with the simple pumpkins or stars for a balanced Halloween quilt.

• Kids’ Pajamas: The lighter backgrounds (especially in the pastel versions) are perfect for cozy Halloween sleepwear.

• Seasonal Home Decor: Think cushion covers, fabric banners, or even a Halloween wall hanging that combines several coordinates.

Mix & Match Potential

One of my favorite things about this collection is how seamlessly the prints work together. The geese can be your “hero” fabric, while the stripes, dots, and pumpkins make excellent supporting coordinates. This makes it easy to create projects that feel cohesive without being overly busy.

Available for Licensing

While this collection was designed with crafters and sewists in mind, it’s also available for collaboration and licensing opportunities. I’m happy to work with companies to adapt the colors, motifs, or scale in preparation for next Halloween season.

If you’d like to see more, you can view the full collection here: Halloween Geese on Spoonflower.

I use Creatsy mockups exclusively to showcase my designs. If you’d like to explore their wide variety of professional mockups for your own projects, you can visit the Creatsy website. If you choose to make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you — and in doing so, you’re helping support my creative career. Thank you!

Hello Fall: The Autumn Fox Floral Collection

Designs showcased on a Creatsy fabric mockup

As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, it feels like the perfect time to welcome in cozy textures, rich colors, and playful woodland motifs. My Autumn Fox Floral collection was designed with that exact spirit in mind—celebrating the warmth of fall while carrying easily into the winter season.

Available now in my Spoonflower shop, this collection is offered on fabric, wallpaper, and home decor, making it versatile for a wide range of projects. These prints are also available for licensing.

A Story in Color

This collection is built around a bold yet earthy palette that captures everything I love about fall. Warm terracotta and espresso brown balance with goldenrod yellow and mossy green, while pops of bright fuchsia bring unexpected life and playfulness. The colors work beautifully together, whether you’re planning a single project or mixing and matching across the set.

Ideas for Makers

If you’re dreaming up creative projects for the season, here are a few ideas that work beautifully with these prints:

• Fall Bags & Totes – Imagine a cozy fox print tote paired with a golden grid lining. Perfect for pumpkin patch trips or everyday errands.

• Sibling Outfits for Photoshoots – Coordinating patterns like the berry vines and grids make sweet and stylish outfits for fall family photos.

• Woodland Themed Bedroom Decor – Accent pillows, bedding or wallpaper panels (ready to print in my Spoonflower shop) can transform a girl’s bedroom into a whimsical woodland retreat that feels cozy through winter.

• Seasonal Table Linens – Grids and berry prints make for beautiful autumn napkins, table runners, or even a harvest-themed quilt.

Shop the Collection

You can explore the full Autumn Fox Floral Collection here on Spoonflower. Every design is available as fabric (cotton, linen, or performance options), wallpaper, or ready-made home décor items like pillows and curtains.

For licensing opportunities or custom color/scale requests, feel free to reach out directly.

Here’s to a cozy, creative fall season filled with all the warmth of the woodland!

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I use Creatsy mockups exclusively to showcase my designs. If you’d like to explore their wide variety of professional mockups for your own projects, you can visit the Creatsy website. If you choose to make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you — and in doing so, you’re helping support my creative career. Thank you!