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Left and Right FPP Quilt Block

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

Are you new to foundation paper piecing? The Left and Right Blocks are beginner friendly and the perfect place to start to learn the basics of foundation paper piecing. Each block consists of three fabrics. When you make a combination of left and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Quilting, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner quilt, easy quilt, foundation paper piecing, fpp, left and right, modern quilt, quilt block

All Seasons Gift Tote

July 1, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The All-Season's Gift Tote sewing pattern offers an eco-friendly way to personalize gifts with a charming, small tote made from three fabrics and a unique felt gift tag, suitable for any occasion. My pattern includes four seasonal gift tag designs to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, felt, gift bag, gift tag, sewing pattern, tote

Patchwork Heatpack

June 27, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Nothing beats giving a gift of self-care. The gentle soothing warmth from a wheat filled heat pack is ideal to use in colder weather as a gentle warmth; to soothe aching muscles in your back/neck; or to aid in pain management. This pretty and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: flying geese, heatbag, heatpack, lavender, patchwork, self care, sewing pattern, wheat

Sew Your Own Placemats

June 26, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Sewing Your Own Placemats: A Stitch Towards Sustainability and StyleSewing enthusiasts, gather around! Today, we're diving into the delightful world of DIY placemats—a project that combines creativity, sustainability, and practicality. Whether … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: coaster, mugrug, placemat, sewing pattern, trivet

Sew Cute

June 25, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Sew Cute: Crafting Unique Gifts and Treasures from ScrapsSewing is not just a hobby; it's a journey into the heart of creativity, especially when it involves crafting cute, one-of-a-kind items. There's something incredibly special about receiving … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: babies, bags, beginner, children, cute, pdf pattern, scraps, sewing, sewing patterns, whimsical

Sew Motivated

June 14, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

"Sew Motivated": 10 Tips to Keep Your Stitching Spirits HighSewing and quilting are not just hobbies; they're forms of art that require patience, precision, and passion. However, even the most passionate crafters can find their motivation waning, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Hints and Tips, Sewing Room Tagged With: motivation, passion, quilting, sewing, sewing tips

Sew your Stash

June 8, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Sewists are famous for having a fabric stash that grows faster than our project list — and that’s part of the joy of the hobby. But sewing from your stash can also be incredibly rewarding, economical, and inspiring. Here’s how to make the most of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Hints and Tips, Sewing Room Tagged With: fabric, scraps, sewing, sewing room

Simple Flower Quilt Block

June 6, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The simplest blocks often look the most effective! If you are a looking for a beginner friendly flower block, check out our Simple Flower Quilt Block. Made using a foundation paper piecing technique, this sweet block is quickly and accurately pieced. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Quilting, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner quilt, easy quilt, flower, flower block, fpp, quilt block

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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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