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A Spoonful of Sugar – The Book

January 20, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

A Spoonful of Sugar: Sew 20 Simple Projects to Sweeten Your Surroundings Zakka Style

When I wrote my first blog post back in Feb 2008, I had no idea the opportunities it would bring. I am excited to announce that A Spoonful of Sugar: Sew 20 Simple Projects to Sweeten Your Surroundings Zakka Style will be available in April. Writing a book has always been a dream of mine. Published by Fons & Porter (F & W Media),  it is now available for pre-order from Amazon and Book Depository.

I designed 20 sewing projects to decorate your bedroom, kitchen, craft room and playroom or to give as one-of-a kind gifts. The sewing projects incorporate a number of techniques, including patchwork, raw-edge appliqué, crochet, and embroidery, so you can put your own unique twist on whatever project you choose. Most of the projects can be easily made in an afternoon or weekend. Each of the projects has loads of step by step instructions and lots of lovely illustrations and photographs, plus full sized templates.

Here are some of the projects from the book:

Love To Bake Wall Art IG

Love to Bake Wall Art

Gorgeous Gingham Pot Holders

Gorgeous Gingham Pot Holders

Criss Cross Coasters

Criss Cross Coasters

Dress Form Lavender Sachets

Dress Form Lavender Sachets

I would like to give a huge thank you for all the support and encouragement you have shown. It really means the world to me!

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Comments

  1. Kay says

    January 20, 2016 at 3:24 pm

    How fabulous!!!!!!!Congratulations. I can’t wait for it become available in England as I always love your style. x

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  2. Suz says

    January 20, 2016 at 5:10 pm

    Congratulations Lisa! It looks like a wonderful book full of fabulous projects!

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  3. Shez says

    January 20, 2016 at 6:52 pm

    congrats Lisa your book looks fantastic,i hope it is a great success you deserve it xx

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  4. Faith says

    January 20, 2016 at 8:57 pm

    Lisa, I am so excited for your book! These projects look absolutely beautiful! Can’t wait to see more! Congratulations!

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    • A Spoonful of Sugar says

      January 26, 2016 at 8:12 am

      Thanks so much Faith – really appreciate your support. It is exciting to get to the publication stage.

      Reply
  5. Terri says

    January 20, 2016 at 10:27 pm

    Congratulations on your new book! Looks like a fun variety of projects. Wishing you continued success!

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    • A Spoonful of Sugar says

      January 26, 2016 at 8:11 am

      Thanks so much Terri! Hope you have a creative 2016!

      Reply
  6. Lily says

    January 21, 2016 at 3:01 am

    Looks lovely and inspiring 🙂 I see broderie suisse!..
    Congratulations, Lisa

    Reply
    • A Spoonful of Sugar says

      January 26, 2016 at 8:09 am

      Thanks Lily – you sure do! There are two projects using that technique. have a lovely week!

      Reply

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