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Back to School Basics

September 12, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 61 Comments

The talented paper piecing designers from Sew-Ichigo , Penny and Kerry, have designed a Back to School Basics Set which includes some fabulous patterns to make paper pieced pencils and highlighters. Perfect for your Back to School Projects!Here are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Back to School, Sewing

Cinnamon Blondie

September 8, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

If you are after a quick and easy treat to bake, you can't go past Blondies and Brownies. They are always a favourite in our home. This week Sarah baked some Cinnamon Blondies. The combination of the white chocolate and cinnamon works so well … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Bars & Slices, Recipes Tagged With: cinnamon

Engraved Rocks

September 3, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

We love the look of river stones used as a decorating accent. We pinched some river stones from our garden, and have been practising engraving them with our Dremel.This is a fun and simple craft. You just need an assortment of rocks/river stones. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY, Miscellaneous Tagged With: dremel, garden

Chocolate Tart

September 2, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

Happy Father's Day to all the Aussie Dad's out there! We always enjoy celebrating Father's Day and making a fuss of my husband and Dad - two fantastic Dad's. Of course no celebration is complete without some yummy food! Sarah was in charge of dessert … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Desserts Tagged With: Chocolate, tart

Chocolate Caramel Macadamia Tart

August 20, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

If you are after a special dessert, you can't go past a Chocolate Caramel Macadamia Tart. It has a lovely chocolate pastry shell, a filling of chocolate ganache, and is topped with a delicious layer of caramel and macadamias. It is extra scrumptious … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Desserts Tagged With: Chocolate, macadamia, nuts, tart

Cupcake Liners

August 17, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

Cupcake liners are our weakness! We can't resist buying them whenever we see new colours/designs. Whenever we go travelling we seek out baking supply stores and supermarkets to find more for our collection. We had a field day in Japan - so many cute … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cupcakes & Muffins, Our Home Tagged With: home organisation, kitchen

Almond Praline Madeleines

August 14, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

We were first introduced to Madeleines during our year spent living in Paris. They are delicious little sponge cakes, baked in a special baking pan, to create distinctive shells. They are light and delicate, and it is very difficult to stop at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cookies, Recipes Tagged With: almond, French, madeleine, nuts, praline

Breakfast Mat {Tutorial}

August 13, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

On a recent trip to IKEA we discovered some Marit placemats in a neutral cream colour for only $1.50 each. I bought a few as they are perfect for Breakfast Mats. I added a strip of patchwork made from Tumbler blocks and now it puts a smile on my face … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: kitchen, table setting

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Looking for a fun way to package small gifts, fest Looking for a fun way to package small gifts, festive treats, gift cards, or little treasures? 🎁The Mini Treat Pouch is as practical as it is cute, featuring:
• A sweet button and elastic closure
 • A handy back pocket for notes, gift cards, or tags
 • A beginner-friendly design that's quick to sew
 • Perfect for Christmas gifting and everyday surprisesThis version is stitched in beautiful Merry Happy fabric by Ruby Star Society, bringing a cheerful and modern holiday feel to every pouch.
❤️Comment TREAT below and I'll send you the link to the pattern! ✨Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#SewingPattern #ChristmasSewing #RubyStarSociety #HandmadeGiftIdeas
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🐈 Which Sleepy Cat are you? Are you a Classic Cat 🐈 Which Sleepy Cat are you?Are you a Classic Cat who loves timeless fabrics, a Festive Cat already planning Christmas sewing, or a Spooky Cat embracing all things Halloween?Swipe through and find your Sleepy Cat personality, then tell us in the comments!✨ Comment SLEEPY and I'll send you a link to the Sleepy Cat Mug Rug pattern.Pattern Details: Sleepy Cat Mugrug pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop#sleepycatmugrug
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Who says a Holly Jolly Tree has to be Christmas-th Who says a Holly Jolly Tree has to be Christmas-themed? 🍂This version is stitched in beautiful Village Life fabrics, featuring warm rusts, ochres, and earthy tones that feel right at home for fall decorating, Thanksgiving gatherings, or even Halloween displays.The same design you love, reimagined for a whole new season. ✨Comment TREE for a link to our free Holly Jolly Tree pattern.Fabric: Village Life by Tilda @tilda_australia#tildavillagelife #HollyJollyTree #FallDecor #AutumnSewing
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Projects to Sew with Tilda Village Life Tilda Vill Projects to Sew with Tilda Village Life
Tilda Village Life has officially arrived — and I’ve been busy sewing wiith this sweet new collection.Here are six pretty projects I’ve made with Village Life so far, each beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for gift‑giving.Patterns are available in my pattern store.
Comment PATTERN and I’ll send you the link.Save this post for when your Village Life fabric arrives — the colours and tiny motifs are a joy to sew with.#tildavillagelife #tildafabric  #tildasewing #ilovetilda #sewingprojects @tilda_australia
A Liberty moment in two colourways. This Quadra Po A Liberty moment in two colourways.
This Quadra Pouch is sewn in Liberty Betsy tana lawn, using both the pink and blue classics with a soft pink gingham for contrast. It really feels like two pouches in one — a sweet pink side, a calm blue side, and that clever base that helps it stand tall.It folds flat, opens wide, cinches closed, and is one of my favourite quick‑to‑make gifts.If you’d like the pattern, comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch (3 Sizes) Sewing Pattern — available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#libertyfabric #libertybetsy #isew #sewingcommunity #quadrapouch
Meet the Monster Eye Mugrug — your spooky little c Meet the Monster Eye Mugrug — your spooky little companion for Halloween! This quick, beginner‑friendly project is perfect for practicing raw‑edge appliqué and using up those favourite fabric scraps. Fast to sew, fun to gift, and just the right amount of spooky.🎃 Scrap‑friendly
🧵 Beginner‑approved
👀 A tiny monster with big charmComment MONSTER for the pattern link.Pattern Details: Monster Eye Mugrug -  available in our Pattern Store or Etsy Shop.#halloweensewing #halloweendiy #scrapfriendlysewing #holidaysewing #makersgonnamake
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