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Halloween Pumpkin Charms

October 11, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Fabric choice can make a big difference to the look of a project. I used my Pumpkin Charms Pattern and gave it a Halloween twist by using small scale Halloween fabric. Pumpkins in shades of mustard, black and purple provide a spooky look in these … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: embroidery hoop, foundation paper piecing, fpp, Halloween, Halloween sewing, ornaments, pumpkin

Fall Table Ideas

October 7, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Autumn is a season that inspires creativity, especially when it comes to crafting a cozy and inviting table setting that reflects the warmth and richness of fall. For sewists looking to infuse their fall table settings with a touch of handmade charm, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: fall, fall sewing, Halloween, sewing table, table, table decor, table setting, thanksgiving

Halloween Sleepy Cat Coaster

October 4, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Sleepy Cat Coaster has been our most popular new release pattern for 2024. Who can resist a sleepy kitty snuggled up under a quilt made of English paper pieced hexagons? This sweet coaster can be easily made in an afternoon and customised for the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: cat, English paper piecing, EPP, mugrug, sleepy cat

Starry Night Quilt Block

September 30, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

My latest Foundation Paper Piecing Quilt Block was inspired by the famous painting by Vincent Van Gogh, Starry Night. I love the contrast between the dark blue of the sky and the twinkling yellow stars. This is a different colour scheme for me, I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: foundation paper piecing, fpp, modern quilt, patchwork, pdf sewing pattern, quilt block, star quilt

Pumpkin Patch Mugrugs

September 24, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

If you are looking for a fun way to add harvest charm to your home, check out my new pattern to create a set of cozy Pumpkin Patch Mugrugs. Featuring two unique pumpkin designs and a classic sawtooth star pattern, they are perfect for autumn … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: autumn, coaster, fall, foundation paper piecing, fpp, modern, mugrug, pumpkin, sewing pattern

Halloween Ribbon Gift Box

September 20, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Ribbon Gift Box sewing pattern is perfect to use for all holidays and celebrations. In this Halloween box, I've used two contrasting Halloween prints. The pink and black really work well together. The luxurious black satin ribbon is the perfect … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: eco-friendly, gift, gift bag, Halloween, ribbon, sewing pattern, sustainable sewing

The Sewist’s Guide to Crafting Comfort: Handmade Gifts for Relaxation and Self-Care

September 18, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Sewing, an art that stitches together not just fabrics but also the essence of self-care and comfort, offers a unique avenue to create luxurious gifts that pamper and soothe. Imagine the gentle embrace of a relaxation eye pillow, the quirky comfort … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: caring, gifts, relaxation, self care, sewing patterns

Tiny Tote Pattern

September 17, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Pink, Yellow and Aqua is one of my favourite colour combinations. It always looks so cheerful and happy. I have dived into my treasured stash of fabrics from Japanese designer, Atsuko Matsuyama to create this Tiny Tote Zippered Pouch. I added a pink … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Atsuko Matsuyama, bag, pencil case, pouch, sewing pattern, tote, zipper

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The Elastic Pencil Case has been one of my most‑lo The Elastic Pencil Case has been one of my most‑loved patterns for years — it’s quick to sew, attaches neatly to any journal, and is perfect for pens, markers, scissors, and all your everyday stationery. It’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, giftable, and wonderfully practical.The Elastic Pencil Case is our Pattern of the Week and is 25% off for a couple more days.If you’d like the pattern link, comment EPC and I’ll send it straight to you.Pattern details: Elastic Pencil Case is available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop#elasticpencilcase #beginnersewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing #giftablesewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
The small Quadra Pouch is the perfect size for sew The small Quadra Pouch is the perfect size for sewing notions, clips, threads, and all those little bits that get lost in your sewing room. It has a neat flat base for structure, four coordinated fabrics for a modern look, and sweet finishing touches like tags and cord end caps.Beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, giftable, and practical — everything I love in a quick afternoon sew.If you’d like the pattern link, comment QUADRA and I’ll send it straight to you.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch ( 3 Sizes) is available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#quadrapouch #drawstringpouch #beginnersewing #scrapsewing #sewingcommunity
The Quadra Pouch is one of those patterns that’s f The Quadra Pouch is one of those patterns that’s fun to sew and endlessly useful. It has a neat flat base for structure, each corner uses a different print for a coordinated look, and the small + medium sizes can be made from layer cake squares — perfect for scraps. Add a tag and matching cord end caps for a sweet finishing touch.Beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, giftable, and practical — all the things I love in a project.If you’d like the pattern link, comment QUADRA and I’ll send it straight to you.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#quadrapouch #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject #giftablesewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A little fabric pull turned into the sweetest Quad A little fabric pull turned into the sweetest Quadra Pouch. I love mixing a polka dot, gingham, small floral, and large floral in the same colour family — it’s such an easy way to create a coordinated look from scraps or fat quarters. This project ticks all the boxes: beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, giftable, and genuinely useful for everyday storage.The tag and matching cord covers are my favourite finishing touches — small details that make the whole pouch feel extra special.If you’d like the pattern link, comment QUADRA and I’ll send it straight to you.Save this one for your next weekend sew.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#quadrapouch #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject #giftablesewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
Today’s the day! The Quadra Pouch is now available Today’s the day! The Quadra Pouch is now available in three handy sizes — perfect for organising sewing tools, travel essentials, or gifting. I’m sharing the small pink version tonight… the other colours/sizes are coming later this week.It’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and such a satisfying little make. Comment QUADRA for a link to the pattern.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch Sewing Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#sewingpattern #pouchpattern #handmadegifts #sewistsofinstagram #quadrapouch drawstringbag
A sweet little Handy Drawstring Pouch in Tilda Lit A sweet little Handy Drawstring Pouch in Tilda Little Farms — each side a different print. This one ticks all the boxes: beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, giftable, and genuinely useful for everyday storage. It’s such a satisfying project to sew, especially when you want something quick that still feels special.These little pouches are perfect for sewing notions, small gifts, travel essentials, or keeping your favourite bits and pieces organised.If you’d like the pattern link, comment HANDY and I’ll send it straight to you.Save this one for your next weekend sew.Pattern Details: Handy Drawstring Pouch (3 Sizes) Sewing Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Links in profile.Fabric Details: Tilda Little Farms fabric (released in 2020). Thanks to @tilda_australiaBallerina Mouse: @mailegworld#handydrawstringpouch #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject #giftablesewing #tildafabric
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