Ever Kelly is the the blog home of fabric and craft designer, Kelly Lee-Creel. (That’s me.)
My debut fabric line, Storybook Lane from Andover Fabrics ships to stores this May. Look for Ever Kelly sewing patterns to debut at Spring Quilt Market in Kansas City. In the meantime, if you’re looking for lots of free projects and tutorials, you’ve come to the right place.
If you’re interested in learning more about my fabrics, sewing patterns, and other upcoming projects, I hope you’ll sign up for the mailing list. (And I should tell you that this is one of those happy mailing lists where I occasionally send out free presents – not the sad kind of mailing list where I clog up your in-box. And of course, I never share your info with anyone. Ever.)
A little bit about myself:
In 2009, I left my job as a video game producer to pursue my dream of designing fabric and patterns. (I talk more about my decision to quit my job here.)
I grew up in a house with two very creative parents who taught us that you could pretty much make anything if you wanted to and were willing to put in the time and effort to learn how. Thankfully, they also taught us to have a sense of humor when things didn’t work out and a spirit of adventure about trying again. (And again.)
My work is inspired by walks in the forest, foreign magazines, the ruffles on my wedding dress, and squirrels. I am also endlessly inspired by you – the people who visit here and send me notes telling me about all of the amazing dreams you are pursuing. Whether it’s going back to school, redecorating your living room, or starting your own business, I love hearing about what you’re up to – and I welcome the opportunity to cheer each other on.
What’s this Ever Kelly business about anyway?
Ever Kelly is where I talk about my adventures in fabric design, decorating, photography, and crafts. Sewing, making things, writing, using our hands and minds and hearts to create something that wasn’t there before – well, I think this is the very best part of life. This blog celebrates all of my attempts to do just that with a huge dose of honesty and self-deprecating humor in the mix. (Not everything turns out perfectly the first time!)
I chose the name Ever Kelly, because my last name, Lee-Creel, is pretty hard to spell. (Just ask the airlines!) However, it also helps describe the journey.
Ever Kelly has been about embracing the only Kelly I will ever be. I hope that this can be a place that helps you connect with that something special in you, too. What’s your happily ever after?
