🦋 New Projects, Fresh Finds & a Call for Your Story
Thanks to everyone who came out to our Craft Café & Supply Swap this weekend—such a joy to see your faces, your projects, and your generous swap contributions. 💛
This week, we’ve got a lot to flutter through: a fresh batch of butterfly project ideas (perfect for our June theme), some beautiful new arrivals on Remnants, a new Question of the Day to spark conversation, and—we’ve tallied the votes—our tie giveaway winner has officially been chosen!
Let’s get into it 🧵
💬 What’s Happening in the Community
Check out what’s buzzing around the community this week:
👔 Tie Giveaway Update: It Ended in… a Tie!
We had five awesome entries for our 150-tie giveaway, and when voting wrapped… we found ourselves in an actual tie. So we turned to fate and did a random drawing to decide the winner.
Drumroll please… 🥁 Congratulations to Laura Covillon! We can’t wait to see what you make with all those ties. Thanks to everyone who entered and voted—you made this giveaway so much fun.
🧠 Today’s Question of the Day is a fun one…
We love learning what makes each of you tick, and this one might just reveal a hidden chapter or two. Head over to the community and tell us: What’s a juicy detail from your life that sounds made up—but isn’t? We’re ready for your “you had to be there” moments!
🦋 Project Inspiration: Butterflies Take Shape
This month’s theme is all about butterflies—in spirit, in shape, or in texture. Browse these creative examples, then head to Project Show & Tell to share your own butterfly-inspired upcycle!
🧵 Monarch Butterfly String Art
String art is a classic craft with so much room for creative reuse—and this monarch design by HorseAndCarriageCo is a beauty. If you’re inspired to make your own, consider using a scrap piece of wood as your base, mismatched or bent nails that aren’t quite right for other jobs, and string or yarn from your pile of leftovers. It’s a great way to honor the butterfly theme while using materials you already have.
🪡 Monarch Butterfly Appliqué Quilt Block
Looking for a butterfly project with heirloom charm? This tutorial by Laundry Basket Quilts walks you through how to create a monarch butterfly quilt block using appliqué techniques. It’s perfect for showcasing fabric scraps in warm, winged hues—and a lovely way to turn leftover textiles into something truly timeless.
🖼️ Denim Moth “Taxidermy” Wall Art
This creative twist on faux taxidermy by Pillar Box Blue uses scrap denim to craft a stunning moth silhouette mounted for display. It’s an unexpected and elegant way to repurpose worn-out jeans—and proof that even the most rugged materials can take flight when shaped with imagination.
Peo Vee Events
🧶 Virtual Craft Social – Tues, June 24 @ 5:30pm PT
Join us for our monthly craft social—an hour to make, mingle, and meet fellow upcyclers. Bring a project, turn your camera on, and enjoy some easy conversation while we create together. We’ll kick things off with a quick round of intros, then spend the rest of the hour crafting in good company.
🛍 New in the Marketplace
We’re always finding gems in the Remnants marketplace—and this week’s new arrivals are no exception. From vintage fabrics to unique craft supplies, here are a few of our current favorites worth a peek (or a project).
Caught our 👀
🖼️ A beautiful use for cardboard.
🔩 A rust fabric dye technique.
🍓 Cute scrap strawberries.
🩲 Art from tights.
✍️ Call for Community Articles
We’d love to hear from you! Our community articles space is for sharing knowledge, creativity, and personal stories—and your voice belongs there.
Not sure where to start? Here are a few prompts to spark ideas:
Write a step-by-step tutorial for a craft you know well
Share your story about your interest in upcycling or sustainable practices
Dive into the history of something fascinating—like chenille bedspreads, blow molds, or the difference between vintage and modern lace
Got something to say? We’re all ears. Head to the blog space in the community and hit “New Post” to start writing.
That’s a wrap for this week! We hope you’re feeling inspired to create, connect, and maybe even write something of your own. Don’t forget, our butterfly-themed projects are in full flight, and we’d love to see what you make. Until next time, keep upcycling, keep sharing, and keep showing up. We’re glad you’re here.
– Molly + the Peo Vee crew 🦋
We're mission-driven to gather a community of upcyclers dedicated to reducing waste, sharing resources, sparking ideas, and bringing reuse to the forefront of our daily lives. But we can’t do it alone.
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