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Chocolate Spoons

November 17, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 16 Comments

Chocolate spoons are loads of fun to prepare. Who doesn't enjoy creating with chocolate and candy canes?We are making up a big batch of chocolate covered spoons to include with our Hot Chocolate Mix this Christmas. Chocolate Spoons are lovely swirled … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Confectionery, Drinks, Recipes, Uncategorized Tagged With: candy, candy cane, Chocolate

Christmas Paper Crafts + {Giveaway} Win a Cricut Mini Digital Cutter

November 13, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 227 Comments

Making decorations and gifts for Christmas, is our favourite type of craft! At this time of year, our Cricut machine gets a good work out - making Christmas tags, cards, decorations, favour boxes, table decorations, and gifts. One of the best … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Paper Crafts, Uncategorized Tagged With: cricut, giveaway

BBQ Grill Mitt and Towel

November 13, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Now that the weather is warming up, we are starting to think about eating outdoors and BBQ's in our part of the world. We have spent the past few weekends in the garden - weeding, fertilising  and pruning - so everything looks ready for our summer … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Father's Day, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials

Double Chocolate Brownies

November 11, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

This weekend has been a busy one for Sarah with a school camp on Friday night; work on Saturday and Sunday; not to mention exam study. She was determined to squeeze in a bit of baking so opted for a quick and easy Brownie. One of the best things … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Bars & Slices, Recipes Tagged With: brownie, Chocolate

10 Easy Christmas Gift Tags and Cards

November 5, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

We love to make Gift Cards from  recycled supplies or items already in our craft stash. Since we began A Spoonful of Sugar back in 2008, we have made a variety of Christmas gift cards. It was fun going back through our archives to see all the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Gift Wrapping Tagged With: card making

Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies

November 4, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Sarah has been on a quest over the past few years to find the "perfect" Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe. She has baked so many different versions - some crispy, some chewy, some fudgey, some with nuts, some spicy. We have been willing taste testers and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cookies, Recipes Tagged With: Chocolate

Book Review: Australia’s Favourite Recipes

November 3, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Australia's Favourite Recipes is a collection of more than 70 treasured recipes collected from families around Australia. It features the stories and memories of everyday Australians and their favourite food. The recipes are varied and include many … [Read more...]

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Doiley Gift Tags

November 1, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 12 Comments

Doilies, gingham, buttons - these are some of our favourite things.  We made some simple Doiley Gift tags for Christmas. We are loving the classic white and red colours for our Christmas projects this year.Using some thick textured white card, we cut … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Gift Wrapping Tagged With: card making, gift tags

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A quick desk reset with my Makers Caddy — it’s ama A quick desk reset with my Makers Caddy — it’s amazing how much calmer everything feels when your favourite tools have a home. This little project is scrap‑friendly, beginner‑friendly, and one of my most‑used makes in the sewing room.Comment CADDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Makers Caddy PDF Sewing Pattern - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#makerscaddy #sewingorganization #sewingroominspo #scrapfriendlysewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
🐱✨ Sleepy Cat Coaster ✨🐱 A simple, relaxing EPP pr 🐱✨ Sleepy Cat Coaster ✨🐱 A simple, relaxing EPP project that’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and comes together quickly. It’s a useful little make on its own and also works well as a gift‑ready set if you sew a few at once.Perfect for easing into hand sewing or using up leftover fabric in a practical way.📣 Comment SLEEPY below and I’ll send you the pattern link 🧵Pattern: Sleepy Cat Coaster Sewing Pattern - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#englishpaperpiecing #scrapbustingsewing #handsewingproject #sewingpatternshop #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
The Flower Power Pouch is one of those sweet, sati The Flower Power Pouch is one of those sweet, satisfying makes that always brings a smile. With its five‑petal shape and flat base, it’s perfect for holding small gifts, treats, or a few sewing essentials — and it comes together beautifully with scraps.Check our a few of my favourite fabric combinations. It’s a fun weekend sew if you’re looking for something quick, cheerful, and a little bit different.🌸 Comment FLOWER for a link to the pattern
🛍 Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop (link in profile)What colours or prints would you choose for your Flower Power Pouch?#flowerpowerpouch #scrapfriendlysewing #handmadegiftideas #sewingproject #weekendsewing
These Mini Treat Pouches are one of my favourite q These Mini Treat Pouches are one of my favourite quick makes — perfect for gifting sewing notions, candy, or any tiny treasure you want to make feel special.In this reel I’m sharing a simple closure hack using colourful hair elastics. They’re inexpensive, easy to match to your project, and such a fun alternative to ribbon.Each pouch includes a sweet little pocket and tag detail, and they come together beautifully with scraps — a great weekend sew if you’re looking for something quick and satisfying.🎁 Comment TREAT for the pattern link
🛍 Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy shop (link in profile)Watch to the end for the hack — and tell me, what everyday items do you love repurposing in your sewing projects?#minitreatpouch #giftpouch #sewinghack #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject
If you’re craving a calmer sewing space this long If you’re craving a calmer sewing space this long weekend, start with the small things. These five simple habits help keep my sewing room feeling clear, organised, and ready for creativity.Featuring my favourite sewing tin from @sohmo_au (not sponsored — just something I genuinely love).What area of your sewing room are you organising or refreshing this weekend?#sewingtips #sewingroominspo #sewingorganisation #sewingcommunity #sewinglife
✨ Sew a Little Magic ✨ Turn your scraps into somet ✨ Sew a Little Magic ✨ Turn your scraps into something truly enchanting. This Mushroom House Pouch is a whimsical little make with a practical heart — perfect for storing sewing notions, tiny treasures, kids’ keepsakes, or even game‑night dice.Each one feels like a fairy‑tale moment stitched in fabric. Quick to sew, joyful to gift, and guaranteed to make someone smile.💬 Comment MUSHROOM for the link to the pattern🧵 Pattern: Mushroom House Pouch Sewing Pattern - available in our Pattern Store.#mushroomhousepouch #sewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingcommunity #handmadegifts
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