Cherry Crafts was born from a love of creativity, craftsmanship, and the joy of making something meaningful with our own hands. Candida Cerri is from Milan, Italy and has been quilting for 25 years. Joined by her husband Antonino, who grew up with a tailor mom, the two created Cherry Crafts in 2013 to promote quilting as a home décor product.
At the heart of our company is a simple belief: quilting is more than a craft, it is a way of preserving stories, stitching together memories, and creating beauty that lasts for generations. What began as a small passion project has grown into a community of makers who share a love for fabric, color, texture, and the quiet joy of creating something by hand. Every pattern we design, every bundle we curate, and every tool we offer is chosen with care, crafted to inspire creativity and support quilters of all skill levels
In 2025, Candida and Tony started the Learn and Bond Brand as well as the Ciao America Brand.
Learn and Bond are educational products for children, meant to naturally stimulate and nourish their curiosity. Will help families pass down language, culture, and curiosity to the next generation. We believe learning should feel joyful, colorful, and connected to real heritage. Whether it’s a T-shirt that sparks a conversation, a sticker that brings a smile, or a learning tool that helps a child discover new words, everything we create is designed to bring people together, parents and children.
Ciao America was born from a simple idea: celebrate the beauty, humor, and heart of Italian American culture in a way that feels both nostalgic and fresh. What started as a love letter to the traditions we grew up with: Sunday sauce, loud kitchens, big personalities, and even bigger hearts, has grown into a brand that honors where we come from while embracing where we’re going. Every design, slogan, and product is crafted with intention, blending authenticity, storytelling, and a wink of playful pride.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to create products that bring people together through creativity, culture, and meaningful connection. Whether we are inspiring makers with high quality quilting materials, helping families learn and bond through playful educational apparel, or celebrating the rich stories of Italian American heritage, we are driven by the belief that what we create should spark joy, curiosity, and togetherness. Across every stitch, every design, and every message, we strive to honor tradition, ignite imagination, and strengthen the bonds between generations.