Made Anew

"I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world."
— John 16:33

Sewing

Printable PDF sewing patterns for dresses, shirts, skirts, and pants. Modest, classic silhouettes in sizes XS to XL.

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Scrapbooking

Printable PDF page layouts for your album. Four classic arrangements with built-in space for titles, journaling, and embellishments.

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Pressed Flower Art

Learn which flowers press best and the techniques for preserving them — from quick microwave methods to traditional books.

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Phone Wallpapers

Beautiful Bible verse wallpapers for your phone — encouragement and Scripture in floral designs you'll love seeing every day.

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Virtual Lessons

Book a one-on-one virtual lesson — get help with sewing, scrapbooking, calligraphy, or flower pressing, all online.

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Sewing pattern shop

Printable PDF sewing patterns — drafted, tested, and ready to print. Each pattern comes with true-to-scale pattern pieces, a cutting chart, and step-by-step sewing instructions.

🌱 A growing pattern shop

Made Anew is a brand new pattern shop. Our first pattern — the Running Belt — is available now, with more designs in the works. Every pattern is drafted and sewn up before it's released. Thanks for being part of the beginning!

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Accessories

Running Belt

Slim zip-pouch running belt — true-to-scale PDF pattern with pattern pieces, cutting chart, and step-by-step instructions. One size, adjustable strap.

Crossbody & Hand Bag

Simple lined crossbody/hand bag — true-to-scale PDF pattern with pattern pieces, cutting chart, and step-by-step instructions. Includes a front pocket and an adjustable strap (with or without hardware).

Book Sleeve

Lined book sleeve with a button-flap closure — true-to-scale PDF pattern with pattern pieces, cutting chart, and step-by-step instructions. Easily resized to fit any book.

Scrapbook layout shop

Printable PDF layout templates for scrapbook pages. Each template prints at standard letter size (8.5×11") and includes guides for photos, titles, journaling, and embellishments.

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Bundle deal — All 4 layouts for $10

We're launching with a bundle of all 4 templates for $10 (save $10 vs $5 each). Click any layout below to view the bundle on our shop.

Choose your layout

One Large Photo

A single big focal photo with title above and journaling below. Perfect when you have one perfect picture from a special moment.

Two Photos

Two equal photos side-by-side with title above, journaling and embellishment space below. Great for "before/after" or "him/her" moments.

Four Photos

A 2×2 grid of equal-sized photos. Perfect for telling a story with multiple key moments — a day trip, a celebration, or a season.

Six Small Photos

A 3×2 grid of smaller photos. Ideal for travel albums, party recaps, or any time you want to fit more memories on one page.

✨ Photo background templates

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Bundle deal — all 4 photo templates for $10

Launching as a bundle of all 4 photo templates for $10 (save $10 vs $5 each). Click any template below to view the bundle on our shop.

Pink Lake — 1 photo

"Soft pink-lake sunset with one large blank frame, scalloped border, washi tape and tiny stars. Print it, then add your own photo and journaling."

Golden Shore — 2 photos

"Golden sunset shore with two blank frames to fill, a scalloped border and hand-drawn accents. Print, add your photos, and write your memories."

Dusk Shore — 3 photos

"Dusky shoreline with three blank frames, a soft scalloped border and little flower icons. Ready to print and make your own."

Blue Hour — 4 photos

"Blue-hour water with a 2×2 set of four blank frames, a scalloped border and sparkles. Lovely for fitting a few memories on one page."

✨ Scrapbooking extras

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Flower stickers & photo polaroids

Little extras to dress up any page — transparent PNGs you can print and cut out, or drop straight into a digital layout. $8 per set.

Photo Polaroids

"Your landscape photos as ready-made polaroid frames — white borders, washi tape, little stars and a caption space. 8 transparent PNGs to print & cut or use digitally."

Flower Stickers

"Hand-cut flower elements with white die-cut borders — roses, blossoms, lilac, bougainvillea & more. 11 transparent PNG stickers for your pages."

What's included in every layout

Photo placement boxes — printed in soft outlines so you know exactly where to glue your photos
Title area — dashed outline showing where to hand-letter or stamp your page title
Journaling area — dotted outline showing where to write captions, dates, or memories
Embellishment guides — small circle markers suggesting balanced spots for stickers, washi tape, die-cuts, or buttons
Standard letter size (8.5×11") — prints on regular home printer paper. No special equipment needed.

Pressed flower guide

Pressing flowers preserves their color, shape, and delicate detail so you can use them in cards, frames, bookmarks, journals, and resin art. Here's what to press, when, and how.

★ Best for beginners

Pansies & Violas

Naturally flat-faced flowers that press almost perfectly. Hold their color for years.

Easiest · Best color

Cosmos

Thin, flat petals press flat in a few days. Pink, white, magenta varieties hold up best.

Easy · Fast drying

Queen Anne's Lace

Lacy white clusters look stunning pressed. Common roadside flower — just confirm before picking.

Easy · Dramatic

Ferns & Leaves

Maidenhair fern, eucalyptus, autumn leaves. Press very fast and add greenery to any composition.

Foolproof · Year-round

Daisies (small)

Small daisies and chamomile press beautifully flat. Larger varieties need extra weight.

Easy · Classic look

Lavender

Stems with buds press beautifully and keep their gentle purple. Bonus: lasting scent.

Easy · Aromatic

⚠ Trickier — worth the effort

Roses

Take petals apart and press individually, or press whole small buds. Whole open roses are difficult — they're too thick.

Press petals separately

Tulips

Cut the bloom in half lengthwise before pressing — they're too rounded to press whole. The half-blossom shape is beautiful.

Halve before pressing

Hydrangea

Press individual florets, not the whole cluster. They're thin but you need lots for full effect.

Press florets separately

Sunflowers (small)

Small/dwarf varieties only. Center of bloom is thick — use the microwave method for best results.

Small varieties only

Avoid pressing: succulents, lilies, daffodils, dahlias (too thick or fleshy — they'll mold instead of dry).

How to press

Heavy Book Method

2–4 weeks · Traditional

Place each flower face-down between two pieces of plain printer paper or coffee filters (NOT directly on book pages — the moisture damages books).
Open a thick heavy book (encyclopedias, hardcover dictionaries, old textbooks).
Slide the paper-flower-paper sandwich between the pages.
Close the book. Stack 2–3 more heavy books on top for extra weight.
Check after 1 week. Replace the paper if it feels damp.
Most flowers are done in 2–4 weeks. They should feel papery and dry.

Pros: Best color preservation, simple, no equipment needed.

Cons: Takes weeks, can damage books if you skip the paper layer.

Microwave Method

2–3 minutes · Quick

Place a flower between two layers of plain paper, then between two ceramic tiles (or two heavy plates).
Use rubber bands to hold everything tightly together.
Microwave in 30-second bursts on medium power. Check between each burst.
Most flowers need 2–3 bursts total. They should feel completely dry, not just warm.
Let cool completely before opening — about 10 minutes.

Pros: Fast — finished in minutes. Great for last-minute projects.

Cons: Colors fade slightly more than slow pressing. Easy to burn if microwaved too long.

Flower Press

2–3 weeks · Best results

A flower press is two wooden boards with screws at the corners. You can buy one or make your own.
Layer in this order: bottom board → cardboard → paper → flowers → paper → cardboard → repeat → top board.
Tighten screws evenly — firm but don't over-crank or you'll crush thin flowers.
Re-tighten after 2 days as moisture leaves and stack compresses.
Open after 2–3 weeks. Flowers should be papery dry.

Pros: Even pressure, multiple flowers at once, won't damage books.

Cons: Need to buy or build a press.

Iron Method

5 minutes · Fastest

Place the flower between two sheets of parchment paper (NOT wax paper — it'll melt).
Place a thin towel or pillowcase on top.
Set iron to low heat with NO steam.
Press iron down firmly for 15 seconds, lift, let cool 15 seconds, press again. Repeat 4–5 times.
Check by carefully peeling back parchment. If still moist, repeat.

Pros: Done in 5 minutes, works on most thin flowers.

Cons: Easy to scorch delicate flowers. Colors fade more than slow methods.

What to make with them

Framed botanical art — arrange on cardstock, frame with float glass (clear glass on both sides) so light shines through.
Bookmarks — sandwich between two layers of clear contact paper or laminating sheets. Punch a hole at the top, add a ribbon.
Greeting cards — glue flat pieces to cardstock with a tiny drop of clear-drying craft glue. Cover with vellum for protection.
Candles — press flowers into the side of a candle and brush over with melted wax to seal.
Resin jewelry — embed dried flowers in clear resin pendants and earrings.
Wedding invites & place cards — a single small pressed flower glued to handmade paper is unforgettable.

Phone wallpapers

Beautiful Bible verse wallpapers for your phone. Each design pairs Scripture with maximalist floral artwork — encouragement to carry in your pocket every day.

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Bundle deal — All 5 wallpapers for $8

We're launching with a bundle of all 5 verses for $8 (save $7 vs $3 each). Click any wallpaper below to view the bundle on our shop.

Choose your verse

Romans 5:3-5

"We rejoice in our sufferings... endurance produces character, and character produces hope." Lush rose garden border.

Jeremiah 29:11

"For I know the plans I have for you... plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." Sunset wildflower meadow.

John 16:33

"In me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world." Twilight lavender florals.

Isaiah 41:10

"Fear not, for I am with you... I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Wild meadow strength.

Philippians 4:6-7

"Do not be anxious about anything... the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts." Cream botanical garden.

✨ Photo Collection

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New — original photo wallpapers

A new set made from original nature photography, each paired with Scripture (WEB & KJV, public domain). $3 each — a dedicated bundle is coming soon.

Psalm 19:1

"The heavens declare the glory of God; the expanse shows his handiwork." Original photograph of a rose-gold sunset over a still lake.

Psalm 46:10

"Be still, and know that I am God." Original photograph of a calm turquoise shoreline.

Psalm 27:1

"The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?" Original photograph of golden light over the ocean.

Matthew 6:28

"Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow." Original photograph of lilacs in soft bloom.

Psalm 118:24

"This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." Original photograph of a fiery sunset over the beach.

Psalm 4:8

"In peace I will lie down and sleep; for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety." Original photograph of a calm shore at dusk.

Psalm 18:2

"The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer." Original photograph of a rocky shore beneath the sun.

Ecclesiastes 3:11

"He has made everything beautiful in its time." Original photograph of a pink blossom tree.

How to set a wallpaper

After purchase, download the PNG file to your phone (save to Photos)
iPhone: Open the image in Photos → tap the share button → "Use as Wallpaper" → adjust → Set
Android: Open the image → menu → "Set as wallpaper" → choose home screen or lock screen
Files are high-resolution PNGs (1170×2532) so they look crisp on any modern phone
For personal use only — please don't resell or redistribute