Craft Kits for the whole family – projects to work on independently or together! Have a great family night learning traditional crafts.

  • 2 ounce batt of hand carded, hand processed alpaca/wool. Gorgeous creamsicle color. Hand dyed & processed by Betsey Leslie of Ewes To You right here in New Gloucester, ME. This fiber is lovely and would be perfect for spinning, felting, rug hooking, etc.
  • 2 ounce batt of hand carded, hand processed wool. Variegated in reds and gray. Hand dyed & processed by Betsey Leslie of Ewes To You right here in New Gloucester, ME. This fiber is lovely and would be perfect for spinning, felting, rug hooking, etc.
  • 2 ounce batt of hand carded, hand processed wool. Variegated fuchsia and blue/violet. Hand dyed & processed by Betsey Leslie of Ewes To You right here in New Gloucester, ME. This fiber is lovely and would be perfect for spinning, felting, rug hooking, etc.
  • 2 ounce batt of hand carded, hand processed wool.  A blend of Merino, Border Leicester, and Gotland. Variegated rainbow. Hand dyed & processed by Betsey Leslie of Ewes To You right here in New Gloucester, ME. This fiber is lovely and would be perfect for spinning, felting, rug hooking, etc.
  • 2 ounce of hand carded, hand processed, and hand dyed wool roving.  This Merino wool is hand dyed & processed by Betsey Leslie of Ewes To You right here in New Gloucester, ME. This fiber is lovely and would be perfect for spinning, felting, rug hooking, etc. A beautiful blend of blues & purple.
  • 2 ounce of hand carded, hand processed, and hand dyed wool roving.  This Merino wool is hand dyed & processed by Betsey Leslie of Ewes To You right here in New Gloucester, ME. This fiber is lovely and would be perfect for spinning, felting, rug hooking, etc. A beautiful blend of green, teal, and periwinkle.
  • Cardinals perch close together to keep warm on a cool spring morning.

    A fabulous way to enjoy simple appliqué and embroidery, this kit includes almost everything you need to make a darling needlework creation. Simply cut the template pieces out of felt and embroider them onto the stretched fabric. The colored placement diagram and illustrated stitch guide guarantee your success. Needlework has never been easier or more enjoyable! Kit includes:

    • 6" embroidery hoop

    • Muslin

    • Woolfelt squares

    • Embroidery floss

    • Full-size templates

    • Straight pins

    • Embroidery needle

    • Colored placement diagram

    • Illustrated stitch guide

    All you need to add is a pair of scissors.

     
    Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures five lines of stitching kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Basket Weaving 101 Kits are simple and functional baskets for first time weavers that include easy-to-use, photo illustrated instructions. These kits are perfect for children and adults who want to create their own baskets using age-old methods and techniques. Ages 8 and up. You will receive the full kit (finished basket is for display), color stripe may vary from kit to kit. Fun for adults and children alike, many of our customers like to purchase a few different basket kits to weave side-by-side with their children. The Soap Basket is a lovely sized basket and is wonderful for storage in the guest bath or anywhere a little extra storage is needed. Basket dimensions: 7″ x 5.5″ x 8″
  • Learn to weave a fun “bag-ette” with this all-in-one kit by fiber artist Susy Perrine of Woolwich, ME. Using simple techniques you will weave in the round to create a handy small bag, big enough to carry your keys and phone, passport, or other treasure. Susy's handspun and dyed yarn (GORGEOUS by the way!) is extra-bulky and will weave up quickly. Finish by adding the enclosed shoulder strap, felted closure flap, and button. Cotton calico fabric will be included if you wish to add a lining. Your finished little bag will measure about 4.5" wide x 5.5" tall. Included in this full kit are: 60" cord for handle, large eye needle, thread, metal binder clip, rubber band, felt closure flap, fabric lining, and a 4.25" x 12" board loom, and handspun bulk yarn.  All colors within each kit coordinate (yarn, felt, cotton, thread, and button.) See photos and drop down menu for color availability. Skills: Beginner, some sewing skills required. Susy is a creative weaver living in Woolwich, Maine.  She uses a variety of looms and materials, learning and sharing with others the rich history of textile making. She teaches workshops with us here at Shaker Village in weaving, fiber arts, and trellis building-- her other favorite type of weaving! Susy constructs introspective textiles ranging from handheld, wearable to inhabitable. She studied art at the University of Southern Maine and, for several years, was weaving for Carol Schwartzott, creating a line of textiles that were sold in galleries across the country. Susy was a production weaver for Amy Putansu. She’s worked on large industrial looms including water powered Jacquard and electric powered Dobby looms. She has restored and assembled several barn frame looms.
  • Nature Studies Embroidery celebrate the colorful beauty of wild flora and fauna. Whether you already know these hummingbirds or you’re just discovering them, stitching their beautiful feathers will be intriguing and fun. Don’t worry if you are new to embroidery, simple stitches and bright colorful floss quickly fill the design. Every pattern comes hand silk-screened on heavy weight cotton fabric. Detailed easy to follow instructions and stitch guides will take you through every step.

     This kit includes everything you need—just add scissors!

    • 12”x12” Screen Printed Heavy Weight Cotton

    • 8” Wooden Embroidery Hoop

    • DMC Floss: Black, Crimson, Lavender, Pink, Red, Orange, Yellow, Gold, Beige, Dark Brown, Brown, Green, Chartreuse, Light Blue, Dark Blue, Warm Gray, White

    • Embroidery Needle

    • Color Template

    • Embroidery Stitch Guide

     
    Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures lines of stitching kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Nature Studies Embroidery celebrate the colorful beauty of wild places. Whether you already know these Mushrooms or you’re just discovering them, stitching their unique shapes will be intriguing and fun. Don’t worry if you are new to embroidery, simple stitches and bright colorful floss quickly fill the design. Every pattern comes hand silk-screened on heavy weight cotton fabric. Detailed easy to follow instructions and stitch guides will take you through every step.

     This kit includes everything you need—just add scissors!

    • 12”x12” Screen Printed Heavy Weight Cotton

    • 8” Wooden Embroidery Hoop

    • DMC Floss: Black, White, Lavender, Red, Orange, Light Yellow, Yellow, Gold, Dark Brown, Brown, Green, Chartreuse, Light Blue, Gray

    • Embroidery Needle

    • Color Template

    • Embroidery Stitch Guide

     
    Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures lines of stitching kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Nature Studies Embroidery celebrates the colorful beauty of wild places. Whether these Spring Woodland Flowers are favorites or you’re just discovering them, stitching their petals will bring happiness. Don’t worry if you are new to embroidery, simple stitches and bright colorful floss quickly fill the design. Every pattern comes hand silk-screened on heavy weight cotton fabric. Detailed easy to follow instructions and stitch guides will take you through every step.

     This kit includes everything you need—just add scissors!

    • 12” x 12” Screen Printed Heavy Weight Cotton

    • 8” Wooden Embroidery Hoop

    • DMC Floss: Black, White, Lavender, Crimson, Pink, Red, Orange, Light Yellow, Yellow, Gold, Brown, Green, Chartreuse, Royal Blue, Light Blue

    • Embroidery Needle

    • Color Template

    • Embroidery Stitch Guide

     
    Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures lines of stitching kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Handwashed 100% wool curls by Betsey Leslie of Ewes To You right here in New Gloucester, ME. Available in white, warm mix (pink & purple), and cool mix (blues).  Hand dyed by Betsey.  White is ready to use as-is or you can custom dye for your project. The curls are well defined and easy to separate. This fiber is lovely! This wool would be perfect for spinning, felting, rug hooking, weaving, doll hair, etc. 1 ounce of natural fiber
  • Hand washed and hand processed natural champagne Mohair fiber from Angora/Goat by Betsey Leslie of Ewes To You right here in New Gloucester, ME.  The curls are well defined and easy to separate. This fiber is lovely and velvety soft! This wool would be perfect for lock spinning, felting, spinning, doll hair, etc. 2oz bag of natural fiber.
  • Natural Wonders Paint Kit - Bird Ornaments Pick up the brush, break open the paints and create your very own miniature masterpieces. Lovingly drawn and laser cut in Maine, these unique ornaments celebrate the flora and fauna of New England woodlands. Follow the detailed instructions booklet to mimic our results. Each kit creates a set of 5 heirloom ornaments to treasure or share. This kit contains everything you need to create your very own ornament collection:
    • Lasercut, score and drilled wooden ornament blanks
    • 6 Deco Art R Nontoxic Acrylic Paint Colors - Blue, Black, Gray, White, Yellow and Red
    • Small Paint Brush
    • 5 Pearl Cotton Hanging Cords
    • Illustrated Color Instruction Booklet
    • Chipboard Work Surface
    All you need to add is a glass of water and paper towel to clean your brush. Ornament dimensions: Blue Jay: 3.5” (9cm) H x 5” (12.7cm) Tufted Titmouse: 2” (5cm) H x 4” (10cm) W Chickadee:2.5” (6.3cm) H x 3” (7.6cm) W Goldfinch: 4” (10cm) H x 3.75” (9.5cm) W Cardinal: 4.75 (12cm) H x 2” (3cm) W Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures her original whimsy stitching, felting, painting, & more kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Natural Wonders Paint Kit - Mushroom Ornaments Pick up the brush, break open the paints and create your very own miniature masterpieces. Lovingly drawn and laser cut in Maine, these unique ornaments celebrate the flora and fauna of New England woodlands. Follow the detailed instructions booklet to mimic our results. Each kit creates a set of 6 heirloom ornaments to treasure or share. This kit contains everything you need to create your very own ornament collection:
    • Lasercut, score and drilled wooden ornament blanks
    • 6 Deco Art R Nontoxic Acrylic Paint Colors - Orange, Brown, Gray, White, Yellow and Red
    • Small Paint Brush
    • 6 Pearl Cotton Hanging Cords
    • Illustrated Color Instruction Booklet
    • Chipboard Work Surface
    All you need to add is a glass of water and paper towel to clean your brush. Ornament dimensions: Mycena 3.62" Chanterelle 3.12" Open Amanita Muscaria 3.75" Closed Amanita Muscaria 3" Morel 3.375" Parasol 5.625" Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures her original whimsy stitching, felting, painting, & more kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Natural Wonders Paint Kit - Owl Ornaments Pick up the brush, break open the paints and create your very own miniature masterpieces. Lovingly drawn and laser cut in Maine, these unique ornaments celebrate the flora and fauna of New England woodlands. Follow the detailed instructions booklet to mimic our results. Each kit creates a set of 5 heirloom ornaments to treasure or share. This kit contains everything you need to create your very own ornament collection:
    • Lasercut, score and drilled wooden ornament blanks
    • 6 Deco Art R Nontoxic Acrylic Paint Colors - Blue, Black, Gray, White, Yellow and Red
    • Small Paint Brush
    • 5 Pearl Cotton Hanging Cords
    • Illustrated Color Instruction Booklet
    • Chipboard Work Surface
    All you need to add is a glass of water and paper towel to clean your brush. Ornament dimensions: Snowy Owl: 5.75” (14.6cm) H x 3.5” (9cm) W Great Horned Owl: 5.25” (13cm) x 2.25” (5.7cm) W Barn Owl: 3” (8cm) H x 4.25” (11cm) W Short-eared Owl: 2.25” (5.7cm) x 4” (10cm) W Barred Owl: 3.5” (9cm) x 2” (5cm) W Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures her original whimsy stitching, felting, painting, & more kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Handwashed 100% wool curls by Betsey Leslie of Ewes To You right here in New Gloucester, ME. All natural colors in white, cream, silver, and brown.  Ready to use as-is or custom dye for your project. The curls are well defined and easy to separate. This fiber is lovely! This wool would be perfect for spinning, felting, rug hooking, doll hair, etc. 4oz bag of natural fiber.
  • Thyme Tiles Kits make learning to needle felt fun! Handmade kits by A Wrinkle in Thyme Farm of Sumner, Maine. Each kit has a hand-drawn pattern on a 100% wool felt base and all the hand-dyed colors of unspun wool from their own Romney sheep needed to complete that design. Finished felted piece will measure approximately 5" x 5". The kit includes instructions, wool, a foam felting block, hand-drawn felt base, and 2 felting needles. This kit is suitable for all ages, with supervision. The finished tiles make a lovely pocket for a knitted bag, wall hanging to frame, a coaster, or a mug rug. Choose one of the following designs from the drop-down list below:
    • Cardinal
    • Bumblebee
    • Chickadee
    • Petunia Pig
    • Hummingbird
    • Sophie's Dragon
    • Sunflower
    • Spring Violets
    • Two Loons
     
  • Experience the magic of no sew needlefelt! Your realistic animal is created over a poseable chenille stem base. Layers of lush wool roving are simply wrapped and poked into place. Your finished owl stands on sturdy feet and can raise and lower his soft wings. Ideal for both patient beginners and experienced crafters. The unique construction and illustrated instructions will spark a love for this exceptional craft.

    Every kit includes everything you need to make a stunning Barred Owl:

    • American Romney and Merino Wool Roving - Brown, White, Gold, Black

    • Chenille Stems - 4 Beige

    • 2 Needlefelting needles

    • Foam Felting Block

    • 2 Gold Embroidery Floss Lengths

    All you need to add is a pair of scissors.

    FINISHED DIMENSIONS:

    Head to feet Height: 5” (12.7cm)

    Outstretched Wing Width: 7” (18cm)

    Belly to Tail Height: 3.” (7.6cm)

     
    Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures five lines of stitching kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Experience the magic of no sew needlefelt! Each realistic animal is created over a poseable chenille stem base. Layers of lush wool roving are simply wrapped and poked into place. Animate your creation with glass bead eyes and an upturned smile. Ideal for patient beginners and experienced crafters. The unique construction and illustrated instructions will spark a love for this exceptional craft.

    Each kit includes everything you need to make a stunning Fox:

    • American Romney and Merino Wool Roving - Brown, White, Caramel, Black

    • Chenille Stems - 2 Black and 1 White

    • 2 Needlefelting needles

    • Foam Felting Block

    • 2 Glass Beads- Black

    • Embroidery Needle and Black Floss

    All you need to add is a pair of scissors.

    FINISHED DIMENSIONS:

    Nose to Tail Length: 6” (15cm) Shoulders and Back Haunches width: 1.5” (4cm) Toe to Eartips Height: 3.5” (9cm)

    Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures five lines of stitching kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Lacis 3.0 mm Rug Hook, 1.25" wooden handle The perfect tool for rug hooking and works with our rug hooking kits.
  • Hoop frame for rug hooking or embroidery. Measures 12" Works perfectly with our rug hooking kits.
  • 1818 Orchard Rug Hooking Kit - 12" round by Elizabeth Miller, Parris House Wool Works Create your own hooked rug! Celebrate, practice, and learn this heritage craft from Parris House Wool Works' 1818 Apple Orchard design. Kit includes serged edge rug warp base with 12" round chair pad design drawn on and all the cut wool 'worms' (plus some) necessary to complete this project.  Also includes written instructions and a color photo of the suggested finished product.  Can also be easily converted to a square finished image. Optional add-ons of 12" embroidery hoop and/or rug hook are available. Beth teaches rug hooking workshops and with us here at Shaker Village and demonstrates at our annual events.  Visit her and learn more at parrishousewoolworks.com and our Traditional Arts Virtual Showcase at maineshakers.com/tavs-beth-miller
  • Emerson's Redbird Rug Hooking Kit - 12" x 12" by Elizabeth Miller, Parris House Wool Works Create your own hooked rug! Celebrate, practice, and learn this heritage craft from Parris House Wool Works' Emerson's Redbird design. Kit includes serged edge rug warp base with 12" x 12" design drawn on and all the cut wool 'worms' (plus some) necessary to complete this project.  Also includes written instructions and a color photo of the suggested finished product. Optional add-ons of 12" embroidery hoop and/or rug hook are available. Beth teaches rug hooking workshops and with us here at Shaker Village and demonstrates at our annual events.  Visit her and learn more at parrishousewoolworks.com and our Traditional Arts Virtual Showcase at maineshakers.com/tavs-beth-miller
  • Holiday Wreath Rug Hooking Kit - 6" x 8" by Elizabeth Miller, Parris House Wool Works Create your own hooked rug! Celebrate, practice, and learn this heritage craft from Parris House Wool Works' Holiday Wreath design. Kit includes serged edge rug warp base with 6" x 8" design drawn on and all the cut wool 'worms' (plus some) necessary to complete this project.  Also includes written instructions and a color photo of the suggested finished product.  Finish the backing with your own fabric for the pillow effect pictured. Optional add-ons of 12" embroidery hoop and/or rug hook are available. Beth teaches rug hooking workshops and with us here at Shaker Village and demonstrates at our annual events.  Visit her and learn more at parrishousewoolworks.com and our Traditional Arts Virtual Showcase at maineshakers.com/tavs-beth-miller
  • Shaker Heart in Hand Rug Hooking Kit by Elizabeth Miller, Parris House Wool Works Create your own Shaker Heart in Hand rug hooking! Celebrate, practice, and learn this heritage craft from Parris House Wool Works' exclusive design for us here at Shaker Village. Kit includes serged edge rug warp base with 6" x 6" design drawn on and all the cut wool 'worms' (plus some) necessary to complete this project.  Also includes written instructions and a color photo of the suggested finished product. Optional add-ons of 12" embroidery hoop and/or rug hook are available. Beth teaches rug hooking workshops and with us here at Shaker Village and demonstrates at our annual events.  Visit her and learn more at parrishousewoolworks.com and our Traditional Arts Virtual Showcase at maineshakers.com/tavs-beth-miller
  • She Works Hard for the Honey Rug Hooking Kit - 12" x 12" by Elizabeth Miller, Parris House Wool Works Create your own hooked rug! Celebrate, practice, and learn this heritage craft from Parris House Wool Works' Honey Bee design. Kit includes serged edge rug warp base with 12" x 12" design drawn on and all the cut wool 'worms' (plus some) necessary to complete this project.  Also includes written instructions and a color photo of the suggested finished product. Optional add-ons of 12" embroidery hoop and/or rug hook are available. Beth teaches rug hooking workshops and with us here at Shaker Village and demonstrates at our annual events.  Visit her and learn more at parrishousewoolworks.com and our Traditional Arts Virtual Showcase at maineshakers.com/tavs-beth-miller
  • Ticking Stripe Rug Hooking Kit - 6" x 12" by Elizabeth Miller, Parris House Wool Works Create your own hooked rug! Celebrate, practice, and learn this heritage craft from Parris House Wool Works' Ticking Stripe design. Kit includes serged edge rug warp base with 6" x 12" design drawn on and all the cut wool 'worms' (plus some) necessary to complete this project.  Also includes written instructions and a color photo of the suggested finished product.  Finish the backing with your own fabric for the pillow effect pictured. Optional add-ons of 12" embroidery hoop and/or rug hook are available. Beth teaches rug hooking workshops and with us here at Shaker Village and demonstrates at our annual events.  Visit her and learn more at parrishousewoolworks.com and our Traditional Arts Virtual Showcase at maineshakers.com/tavs-beth-miller
  • Two Solitudes Rug Hooking Kit - 12" x 12" by Elizabeth Miller, Parris House Wool Works Create your own hooked rug! Celebrate, practice, and learn this heritage craft from Parris House Wool Works' Two Solitudes heart design. Kit includes serged edge rug warp base with 12" x 12" design drawn on and all the cut wool 'worms' (plus some) necessary to complete this project.  Also includes written instructions and a color photo of the suggested finished product. Optional add-ons of 12" embroidery hoop and/or rug hook are available. Beth teaches rug hooking workshops and with us here at Shaker Village and demonstrates at our annual events.  Visit her and learn more at parrishousewoolworks.com and our Traditional Arts Virtual Showcase at maineshakers.com/tavs-beth-miller
  • Stitched Felt Whimsy Kit - Hummingbird Ornaments Captured mid-flight, Ruby-Throated, Rufous, and Anna’s hummingbird ornaments will add a splash of color and whimsy to your tree. Quick and easy to make, simply cut and stitch felt layers together. Each Kit contains three times the fun with enough supplies to make all three keepsake ornaments. This kit contains contains everything you need to make three Hummingbird ornaments:
    • Full-sized Templates
    • Woolfelt: Green, Chartreuse, Peat, Squash, Champagne, Red, Crimson, White, Lavender and Black
    • DMC Embroidery Floss: Green, Chartreuse, Brown, Black, White, Red, and Crimson
    • Polyester Stuffing
    • 3 Black Glass Beads
    • Red Pearl Cotton Hanging Cord
    • Embroidery Needle and Straight Pins
    All you need to add is a pair of scissors! FINISHED DIMENSIONS: Ruby-Throated: 4.75” (12cm) H x 5.25" (13cm) W x .75"" (2cm) D Rufous: 3.5"" (9cm) H x 6" (15cm) W x .75" (2cm) D Anna’s: 3.25” (8.2cm) H x 5.5” (14cm) W x .75” (2.5cm) D Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures her original whimsy stitching, felting, painting, & more kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Stitched Felt Whimsy Kit - Penguins A perfect penguin pair, a proud father attentively cares for his fluffy fledgling. Three felt body pieces cleverly come together to make a realistic penguin shape. Once you make the papa simply follow the modified steps to make the small chick. Sewing felt is easy and fun. This kit contains contains everything you need to make the Penguins:
    • Full sized templates
    • Felt: Black, White, Gray, Yellow and Orange
    • DMC Embroidery Floss: White, Orange and Black
    • 2 Black glass beads for the eyes
    • Polyester stuffing
    • Sewing Needle
    All you need to add is a pair of scissors! Finished dimensions: Papa – 4.5” (11.5cm) Tall x 3.5” W (9cm) at the wings Chick – 2.5” (6cm) Tall x 2.5” W (6.5cm) at the wings Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures her original whimsy stitching, felting, painting, & more kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Stitched Felt Whimsy Kit - Purrfect Pals Purrfectly delightful, these kitties are guaranteed to make you smile. Tan cat sits elegantly tall, while the gray kitty is playfully stretched out to bat a felt ball. Both cats share the same head assembly, and have a simple three piece body construction. Sewing felt is easy and fun. This kit contains contains everything you need to make the two kitties and their felt ball:
    • Full sized templates
    • Felt: Black, White, Gray, Champagne, Peat Moss, Turquoise, Red and Pink
    • DMC Embroidery Floss: White, Brown and Black
    • Polyester stuffing
    • Sewing Needle
    • Straight pins
    All you need to add is a pair of scissors! Finished dimensions: Seated Cat – 4.75” (12.5cm) Tall x 2.5” W (5.5cm) at the base (excluding tail) Stretching Cat – 2.5” (6cm) Tall (excluding tail) x 2.25” W (5.5cm) W Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures her original whimsy stitching, felting, painting, & more kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Stitched Felt Whimsy Kit - Raccoons Softies Stitch up a woodland scene that will spread smiles and spark imaginative play. This masked bandit family is full of adorable antics, they stack together, peer in and out of their tree, or hide inside. This whimsy kit is twice the fun providing materials for both Raccoons and their tree. Whether you're a beginner or experienced sewist you'll enjoy the ease of embroidering felt. This kit contains contains everything you need to make a pair of raccoons and their tree:
    • Full sized templates
    • Felt: Black, Grey, White, Champagne, Brown and Green
    • DMC Embroidery Floss: Black, White, Grey
    • 4 Brown glass beads for the eyes
    • 1 Black glass bead nose
    • 1 Black pompom nose
    • Polyester stuffing
    • Sewing Needle
    • Pins
    All you need to add is a pair of scissors! Finished dimensions: Large Raccoon - 5.5” (14 cm) L x 2.5” (6 cm) H Small Raccoon - 4.5” (12 cm) L x 2” (5 cm) H Tree – 4.25” ( 11 cm) Diameter x 2.5” (6 cm) L Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures her original whimsy stitching, felting, painting, & more kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Stitched Felt Whimsy Mini Woodland Animal Ornaments

    Little Hedgehog, Chipmunk and Mouse softies hop in and out of their Birch, Trunk, Mushroom and Pinecone houses. Quick and easy to make, simply cut, fold and stitch felt layers together. Once you’ve made one animal, you’ll easily be able to make the others. These interactive heirloom ornaments will delight generations of tree trimmers. Each kit contains three times the fun with enough supplies to make all three keepsake ornaments.

    This kit contains contains everything you need to make all three mini animals and their woodland homes:

    • Full-sized Templates

    • Woolfelt: Chocolate, Sandstone, Peat, Champagne, White, Squash, Orange, Gray and Green

    • DMC Embroidery Floss: Dark Brown, Brown, Beige, Gray, Black, White and Green

    • Polyester Stuffing

    • 2 Chenille Stems

    • 3 Black Glass Beads

    • Gray Pearl Cotton Hanging Cord

    • Embroidery Needle and Straight Pins

    All you need to add is a pair of scissors!

    FINISHED DIMENSIONS

    Hedgehog in a Birch Trunk: 3.5" (9cm) H at branch tips x 2" (5cm) W at base

    Chipmunk in Mushroom: 5” (13cm) H x 3” (8cm) W at cap x 2” (5cm) W at base

    Mouse in Pinecone: 5” (13cm) H x 2.5” (6cm) W at cap x 2” (5cm) W at base

    Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures her original whimsy stitching, felting, painting, & more kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Cardinal, Blue Jay, and Goldfinch Whimsy Stitched Felt Ornament Kit Make your own Bird Ornament set with this darling whimsy kit by Heidi Boyd. Captured midflight, flashy Cardinal, Blue Jay and Goldfinch ornaments will add a splash of color and whimsy to your tree. Quick and easy to make, simply cut and stitch felt layers together. Each Kit contains three times the fun with enough supplies to make all three keepsake ornaments. This kit contains contains everything you need to make three bird ornaments:
    • Full-sized Templates
    • Woolfelt: Red, Orange, Blue, Aqua, Yellow, Black, Grey and White
    • DMC Embroidery Floss: Black, White, Red, Blue, Yellow and Grey
    • Polyester Stuffing
    • 2 Black and 1 Red Glass Beads
    • Grey Pearl Cotton Hanging Cord
    • Embroidery Needle and Straight Pins
    All you need to add is a pair of scissors! FINISHED DIMENSIONS: Cardinal: 4.75" (12cm) L x 3.5" (9cm) H x 1" (2.5cm) W Blue Jay: 5" (13cm) L x 4.75" (12cm) H x 1" (2.5cm) W Goldfinch: 4.75” (12cm) L x 3” (7.5cm) H x 1” (2.5cm) W Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures five lines of stitching kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Hens Whimsy Stitched Felt Ornament Kit Make your own Hen Ornament set with this darling whimsy kit by Heidi Boyd.

    Barnyard happy, these Hen ornaments will add country beauty to your tree color and whimsy to your tree. Quick and easy to make, simply cut and stitch felt layers together. Each Kit contains three times the fun with enough supplies to make all three keepsake ornaments.

    This kit contains contains everything you need to make three Hen ornaments:

    • Full-sized Templates

    • Woolfelt: Orange, Butternut Squash, Gray, Yellow, Red, Sandstone and White

    • DMC Embroidery Floss: Black, Gray, Gold and White

    • Polyester Stuffing

    • 6 Black Glass Beads

    • Red Pearl Cotton Hanging Cord

    • Embroidery Needle and Straight Pins

    All you need to add is a pair of scissors!

    FINISHED DIMENSIONS:

    Each Hen:  4" (10cm) L x 3.5" (9cm) H x 3" (2.5cm) W

    Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures five lines of stitching kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Mallard, Merganser and Wood Duck Whimsy Stitched Felt Ornament Kit Make your own Duck Ornament set with this darling whimsy kit by Heidi Boyd.

    Captured mid-flight, Duck ornaments will add wild beauty to your tree color and whimsy to your tree. Quick and easy to make, simply cut and stitch felt layers together. Each Kit contains three times the fun with enough supplies to make all three keepsake ornaments.

    This kit contains contains everything you need to make three Duck ornaments:

    • Full-sized Templates

    • Woolfelt: Orange, Squash, Green, Blue, Peacock, Black, Chocolate, Gray, Peat Moss, Champagne and White

    • DMC Embroidery Floss: Black, Green, Gray, Gold, Orange, Dark Brown, Brown, Beige and White

    • Polyester Stuffing

    • 2 Black and 1 Red Glass Beads

    • Gray Pearl Cotton Hanging Cord

    • Embroidery Needle and Straight Pins

    All you need to add is a pair of scissors!

    FINISHED DIMENSIONS: Mallard: 5" (13cm) L x 7.25" (18cm) H x 1" (2.5cm) D Merganser: 5.5" (14cm) L x 4.5" (11.5cm) H x 1.75" (4.4cm) D Wood Duck: 5.25” (13cm) L x 7.25” (18cm) H x 1” (2.5cm) D

    Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures five lines of stitching kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Mousey Mushroom Whimsy Stitched Felt Softie Kit Make your own Mousey Mushroom with this darling whimsy kit by Heidi Boyd. This adorable mushroom is a house for a sweet little mouse. He happily prances in and out of his house, but is most adorable peeking out the door. Whether you make it as a plaything, a holiday ornament, or simply for fun, your handiwork will charm both children and adults. Stitching felt is simple and fun, the pieces layer together to give your finished creation stability. This gift box kit contains everything you need to make the mushroom and the mouse:
    • Full sized templates
    • Felt: Red, Antique White, Sandstone, Chartreuse, Buttercream and Brown
    • 3 White precut mushroom spots
    • DMC Embroidery Floss: White, Yellow, Red, Black, Brown and Green
    • Polyester stuffing
    • Sewing needle
    • Straight pins
    All you need to add: is a pair of scissors! Finished dimensions: Mushroom 6.25” H (15.5cm) x 4”W (10cm) at the base of the cap, Mouse 2.25"L (5.5cm) without tail x 1.5” (3cm). Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures five lines of stitching kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Scampering Squirrels Whimsy Stitched Felt Softie Kit Make your own Scampering Squirrels with this darling whimsy kit by Heidi Boyd. These bushy tailed squirrels are busy scampering in and out of their charming acorn house. Grey squirrel standing up on his back haunches keeping a lookout. Brown squirrel keeps close to the ground sniffing out nuts. They're both simply constructed the same way with just three pieces of felt. Sewing felt is easy and fun.  Heidi's motto is "sewing smiles one stitch at a time." This gift boxed kit contains everything you need to make both Squirrels and their Acorn house:
    • Full sized templates
    • Felt: Peat moss, Beige, White, Grey and Squash
    • DMC Embroidery Floss: Brown, Grey, Gold, Green, White and Black
    • Die cut Oak leaf
    • Polyester stuffing
    • Sewing Needle and Pins
    • All you need to add is a pair of scissors!
    Finished dimensions:  Acorn House – 5.5” (14cm) H x 4” (10cm) W Grey Squirrel – 3” (7.6cm) Tall x 3” (7.6cm) W Beige Squirrel – 4.5” (11.5cm) W x 2.5” (6.3cm) H at tail Heidi Boyd designs and manufactures five lines of stitching kits in Brunswick, ME.  She is the author of 15 craft books and licenses her artwork for fabric and machine embroidery.  Her crafts have been featured in national publications and she's appeared on HGTV.
  • Shaker Village Craft & Comfort Gift Box is a complete at-home relaxation gift for all the makers in your life.  You're inviting your recipient to brew a cup of hot Shaker tea and sit down to create something with their hands. A perfect self-care gift any time of year! Features a collection of all Maine-made small businesses!  Each Shaker Village printed gift box contains a loving package of curated items:
    • Vanilla Bean Sugar by Freschette Family Farm of Norway, ME
    • Choice of a Whimsy Stitched Softie Kit by Heidi Boyd of Brunswick, ME: Darling Deer, Mousey Mushroom, Penguins
    • Leather Camp Mug with Shaker Village logo by Kurier of Portland, ME
    • Fruit Blend Tea by Shaker Village of New Gloucester, ME
    • Rose Hip Tea by Shaker Village of New Gloucester, ME
    • Ginger Lemon Tea by Shaker Village of New Gloucester, ME
    • Heart shaped stainless steel tea infuser snap spoon
    Each box includes a paper "map" on the inside cover to let them know all the goodies before their eyes. Box can be shipped directly to your gift recipient with a gift note- just enter their address and note at checkout.
  • Basket Weaving 101 Kits are simple and functional baskets for first time weavers that include easy-to-use, photo illustrated instructions. These kits are perfect for children and adults who want to create their own baskets using age-old methods and techniques. Ages 8 and up. You will receive the full kit (finished basket is for display), color stripe may vary from kit to kit. Fun for adults and children alike, many of our customers like to purchase a few different basket kits to weave side-by-side with their children. The 1 Quart Berry Basket is a great versatile basket that can be displayed on its own or filled with little odds and ends. Basket dimensions: 6" x 6" x 4"
  • Basket Weaving 101 Kits simple and functional baskets for first time weavers that includes easy-to-use, photo illustrated instructions. These kits are perfect for children and adults who want to create their own baskets using age-old methods and techniques. Ages 8 and up. You will receive the full kit (finished basket is for display), color stripe may vary from kit to kit. Fun for adults and children alike, many of our customers like to purchase a few different basket kits to weave side-by-side with their children. This Mail Basket is made to hang on your wall with a Shaker peg, a hook, or a nail. Basket dimensions: 6" x 3-1/2" x 6"
  • Basket Weaving 101 Kits are simple and functional baskets for first time weavers that include easy-to-use, photo illustrated instructions. These kits are perfect for children and adults who want to create their own baskets using age-old methods and techniques. Ages 8 and up. You will receive the full kit (finished basket is for display), color stripe may vary from kit to kit. Fun for adults and children alike, many of our customers like to purchase a few different basket kits to weave side-by-side with their children. With the Weaver's Choice kit, you can make your choice from two styles of cute little baskets! Basket dimensions: 3" x 3" x 6-1/2"

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