kimekomi ornaments and other fun crafts

  • finishing a kimekomi ornament

    finishing a kimekomi ornament

    In this post, I’m going share some tips on how to give that extra oomph to your kimekomi ornament. So, you’ve got the fabric on and it’s looking pretty good, but it’s not quite there yet, right? I like to jazz up my ornaments by adding some fancy cord along the grooves. Also, those poles…

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  • cutting the foam base

    cutting the foam base

    After you have drawn a pattern onto your foam shape, it’s time to cut grooves. You’ll need them to fasten the fabric to the ornament later. Make sure you cut all the lines, but of course only those that are actually part of the pattern – ignore any accessory lines or marks that you made…

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  • drawing a pattern

    drawing a pattern

    The first step in making a kimekomi ornament is to draw the pattern onto a foam base, followed by cutting, attaching the fabric, and adding finishing touches. Most patterns are geometric patterns with straight lines or circles, but patterns with curved lines are also very popular. The simplest pattern is a stripe pattern with 6…

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hello and welcome!

I am Susanne. From the moment I crafted my first fabric ornament, I have been on a mission to share the joy and excitement of kimekomi – along with my many other crafty adventures. Come along with me on this creative journey and experience the magic for yourself!


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