“Felt so Good” Martha Stewart Living, 9/2009 Magazine

I was so excited when I opened my latest issue of Martha Stewart Living and as I thumbed through the pages I came across a wonderful 6 page spread on new and fabulous felting ideas. The September issue is on sale at your newsstand now, so don’t miss out on this issue. Introduction to the article: Wool may be soft to the touch, but look at it under a microscope and you will see a tangle of rough fibers and you’ll see a tangle of a rough fiber covered in tiny overlapping scales. A little coaxing makes the scales catch on one another and locked together with a craft called needle felting, you can take advantage of that quality decorating wool pillows, scarves, blankets, and other items with wool accents and no sewing or gluing is necessary. Just take a simple tool called a felting needle and moved it up and down through two layers of wool. Then watch as they fuse. Start with any woven wool as your base fabric and for embellishments use the fiber and in another of its forms yarn, felt cutouts or loose wool known as roving. The result is a stylish one-of-a-kind accessory to cozy up to this fall.

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Welcome back to our Sunday Etsy Spotlight Series, where we bring you the best handmade inspiration from creative Etsy sellers across the globe. At CraftGossip.com, we love supporting small businesses, and this weekly spotlight is our way of helping indie pattern designers get the attention they deserve—while giving you fresh DIY motivation every week.

This week’s feature? The stunning Clover Quilted Jacket Sewing Pattern—a cozy-chic staple that belongs in every handmade wardrobe.

You’ve seen quilted jackets trending everywhere from high-end boutiques to farmer’s markets, and now you can make your very own. The Clover Quilted Jacket has that perfect blend of structured warmth and effortless style.

It’s the kind of garment that looks like you bought it from an expensive slow-fashion brand—but feels even better because you made it yourself.

What we love about this pattern is how approachable it is. Whether you’re already deep into your garment-sewing era or just ready to venture beyond tote bags and pouches, this jacket is a satisfying project. It’s a straightforward, step-by-step process with enough visual flair to make it fun.

And the best part? That quilted texture means you can use up your favorite scraps or even repurpose an old quilt for a totally one-of-a-kind look.

Make it with florals for a romantic cottagecore vibe, or try solids in linen or canvas for a modern, minimalist touch. This jacket is versatile enough to throw over dresses, jeans, even cozy lounge sets. It’s not just a sewing project—it’s a wardrobe essential.

Plus, the drop shoulders and simple collar give it a relaxed feel without sacrificing shape. It’s put-together comfort, and who doesn’t need more of that?

Here at CraftGossip, we believe in handmade—both in the projects we create and the creators we support. Etsy sellers are the heartbeat of the DIY community, pouring their time, energy, and creativity into patterns that help you bring beauty into your life.

This series is our way of celebrating them. Each Sunday, we shine a light on an Etsy pattern that deserves a spot on your sewing table—and in your closet.

If you’ve been dreaming of that one cozy jacket you can throw over anything, the Clover Quilted Jacket is the project to make next. Snag the pattern here on Etsy and start dreaming up your fabric combinations.

Tell us—would you go boho with patchwork or sleek with neutrals? Let’s chat in the comments!

Join us next Sunday for another Etsy Spotlight. We’ll keep the indie love going—one amazing pattern at a time.

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