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Spooky Shack Sack

August 28, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I’m so excited to share with you my latest sewing pattern, the Spooky Shack Sack. This is a fun and festive project that you can make in time for Halloween. 🎃 This drawstring bag is shaped like a haunted house, with a natural linen base … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bats, drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, Halloween, Holidays, house bag

Basket Quilt Block

August 21, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

One of the most classic and versatile quilt blocks is the basket block. It can be used to create a variety of patterns and designs, from traditional to modern. If you love basket blocks, you’ll love our new foundation paper piecing pattern that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Quilting, Sewing Tagged With: beginner quilt, foundation paper piecing, fpp, fpp quilt block, mini quilt block, modern quilt, quilt block, rainbow quilt, scrap

Raw Edge Applique: A Quick and Easy Sewing Technique

August 19, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Are you looking for a fun and easy way to add some personality to your sewing projects? If so, you might want to try raw edge applique. Raw edge applique is a technique where you cut out shapes from fabric and stitch them onto another fabric, leaving … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Applique, Sewing Tagged With: applique, raw edge applique, scrap, scrap buster, sewing illustration

Spinning Log Cabin Quilt Block

August 15, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I am super excited to introduce my newest foundation paper piecing quilt block pattern - Spinning Log Cabin. This is a modern twist on the classic log cabin block, with a dynamic spiral effect that creates movement and interest. The pattern comes in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: foundation paper piecing, fpp, log cabin, mini quilt, pdf pattern, quilt block, scrap buster

Kitty Carryall

August 6, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Hi everyone, I'm so excited to share with you my latest sewing pattern: Kitty Carryall! This is a cute and practical bag that you can use to store and carry your essentials, such as your phone, wallet, keys, and of course, some treats for your furry … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, cat, cat life, cat lover, drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, pdf sewing pattern, pet, sewing, sewing pattern

10 Beginner Friendly Sewing Projects for Kids Going Back to School

August 6, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Hi there, fellow sewists! Are you looking for beginner friendly sewing projects for children going back to school? If so, you've come to the right place! In this blog post, I'm going to share with you some of the benefits of making your own school … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Back to School, Family Tagged With: back to school, beginnr friendly sewing, school, sew for kids, sewing

Fabric Scrap Crafts: No Sewing Required

August 1, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Do you have a pile of fabric scraps that you don't know what to do with? Don't throw them away! You can turn them into some amazing no-sew crafty projects that are perfect for gifts, home decor, or just for fun. In this blog post, I'm going to share … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: crafts for kids, crafty projects, fabric, fabric scraps, quick craft, scrapbuster, tutorials

Finding More Time to Sew

July 30, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

How to find time to sew: Hi there, fellow sewists! Do you ever feel like you have no time to sew? Do you have a pile of unfinished projects that you never get around to? Do you wish you could squeeze in some sewing time every day, even if it's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Room Tagged With: mindfulness, self care, sewing room, sewing time, therapy, time

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Free Tutorial: Fabric Gift Pouch Looking for a sw Free Tutorial: Fabric Gift Pouch

Looking for a sweet little project to sew? Our fabric gift pouches are one of our most popular tutorials. These cuties are quick to sew - you just need two 8 1/2 inch squares of fabric plus drawstring cord. I made these ones with pretty florals. 

You can find the tutorial over on a blog. Link to the project is in our profile. 

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{Wellness Wednesday} Sewing relaxes your mind and {Wellness Wednesday} Sewing relaxes your mind and body

Sewing relaxes your body and mind. Sewing is a form of meditation, as you focus on your breathing and the rhythm of the needle. Sewing can also lower your blood pressure, heart rate and muscle tension, which improves your overall health.

Stop scrolling and start sewing!

If you would like a free copy of this set of images, lease head to our blog post. Search for "Sewing for Mental Health and Wellbeing".

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Have you started your fall sewing? If you are look Have you started your fall sewing? If you are looking for a cosy fall project, check out our Patchwork Acorn Coaster Mugrug. This is easily constructed using a courthouse steps block for the body of the acorn, and a contrasting fabric for the cap. 

The Patchwork Acorn Coaster is a Pattern of the week - it is currently 25% off in both our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Head to the link in our profile.

For more Fall Sewing inspiration, read out blog post on Fall Sewing Projects. The link to this is also in our profile.

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Have you seen Tilda's new fabric range, Hibernatio Have you seen Tilda's new fabric range, Hibernation? Featuring sleeping animals and autumn accents, it us perfect for your fall sewing.

Here is a Pocketful of Sunshine Bag made with fabric from the brown and light blue colourway. 

Pattern is available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop - store links are in our profile.

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