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Sewing for Mental Health and Well-being

July 21, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

Hi there, fellow stitchers! Today I want to share with you some of the benefits of sewing for your mental health and well being. Sewing is not only a fun and creative hobby, but also a great way to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and other … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: benefits of sewing, carft, health, mental health, sewing, teach, teaching children to sew, well-being, wellbeing

Teaching Children to Sew: A Fun and Creative Activity for the Whole Family

July 15, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

If you're looking for a fun and creative way to spend some quality time with your kids, why not teach them how to sew using a sewing machine? Sewing is a valuable skill that can foster their imagination, confidence, and independence. Plus, it's a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Family Fun, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner, children, sewing, sewing patterns, sewing tutorials, teaching, teaching children to sew

Butterfly Applique

July 12, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Butterfly applique design is a fun and easy way to add some color and charm to your sewing projects. You can use applique patterns to create beautiful butterflies that look like they are flying on your fabric.What is raw edge applique?Raw … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Applique, Sewing Tagged With: animal, applique, butterfly, insect, nature, raw edge applique, scrap buster, sewing illustration, sewing pattern

Simple Heart Quilt Block

July 9, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Hey quilters, I have some exciting news for you! I just released a new foundation paper piecing pattern, simple heart quilt block. It is a cute and easy design that you can use to make lovely projects for yourself or your loved ones. You can find it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: fpp, fpp pattern, heart, mini quilt, quilt, quilt block, sewing pattern

Christmas in July

July 9, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Hi everyone! Today I want to share with you some ideas for celebrating Christmas in July. Yes, you heard me right. Christmas in July is a thing, and it's a lot of fun!What is Christmas in July, you ask? Well, it's exactly what it sounds like: a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas decorations, Christmas DIY, Christmas ornaments, Christmas table, sewing, sewing patterns

Product Review: SOHMO Needles

July 2, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

If you love hand sewing, you know how important it is to have good quality needles. That’s why I’m excited to introduce you to SOHMO, a new brand of sewing needles that are made in Japan and designed to last for many years to come.SOHMO needles … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Room Tagged With: beeswax, cross stitch, needles, product review, review, sewing room

Fat Quarter Friendly

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

Fat quarters are popular with quilters and sewists alike as they are versatile and a great way to get variety in your fabric stash. I have compiled all you need to know about fat quarters in this handy article. Download your fat quarter facts today … [Read more...]

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Flying Geese Quilt Block

June 20, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Even though it has been cold and wet in Perth this week, it is a riot of colour in my sewing studio with these rainbow Flying Geese Blocks. This is our latest addition to our growing Foundation Paper Piecing Quilt Block collection. I made these … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: foundation paper piecing, fpp, mini quilt, patchwork, quilt, quilt block, rainbow, rainbow quilt

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It’s the little details that make a handmade pouch It’s the little details that make a handmade pouch feel polished and gift‑ready. The Quadra Pouch includes a sweet sew‑in tag and neat cord end caps — two tiny touches that elevate the whole project.Beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and available in three practical sizes. Comment QUADRA and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you.Fabric: Tilda Something Blue with thanks to @tilda_australiaPattern: Quadra Pouch available in our pattern store#sewingpattern #drawstringpouch #quadrapouch #tildasomethingblue #sewingdetails
The Quadra Pouch really comes to life in Tilda Som The Quadra Pouch really comes to life in Tilda Something Blue — each side shows off a different print, giving the pouch a fresh look from every angle. I made both a light and dark version, and I love how the four‑fabric construction creates such a pretty contrast.If you’d like to sew your own, the Quadra Pouch pattern (3 sizes) is available in both our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the link.Fabric: Tilda Something Blue — with thanks to @tilda_australia#quadrapouch #sewingproject #sewingpattern #tildafabrics #tildasomethingblue   
The sweetest little pouch for treats, notions, swa The sweetest little pouch for treats, notions, swaps, and tiny treasures ✨ The Mini Treat Pouch features a flat base, a handy back pocket, a fold‑over flap, and a clever elastic‑and‑button closure. It’s a quick, beginner‑friendly project and perfect for using your favourite fabric scraps. It also makes a lovely end‑of‑year teacher gift — just add chocolates, lip balm, or a gift card. Comment TREAT for a link to the pattern.  Pattern details: Mini Treat Pouch - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#sewingprojects #scrapsewing 
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If you’ve been looking for a quick, satisfying wee If you’ve been looking for a quick, satisfying weekend sew… this is the one I reach for again and again. The Handy Drawstring Pouch is my most‑made pattern for a reason — actually, three.✨ A clever flat base that stands tall. Perfect for storing sewing notions, gifting, travel, or organising drawers.✨ Folds completely flat.
Tucks away beautifully between uses and makes the sweetest flat‑pack gift.✨ Reversible + 3 sizes included.
Sew a coordinated set or mix your favourite scraps — it always turns out beautifully.If you want the link, just comment HANDY and I’ll send it straight to you. Happy sewing, friends.Pattern Detauls: Handy Drawstring Pouch - 3 sizes. Available in our Pattern Store.#sewingpattern #drawstringbag #sewingproject #scrapbusting #weekendsewing  
A tiny pyramid that does it all — a pattern weight A tiny pyramid that does it all — a pattern weight for your sewing table, a book weight for cosy reading, or a scented sachet for your drawers. Small, sweet, and so satisfying to sew. Comment PYRAMID for the free pattern.Fabric: Something Blue by Tilda
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Meet the sweetest little project you can sew in mi Meet the sweetest little project you can sew in minutes — the Pyramid Weight. Use it as a pattern weight, scented sachet, or even a book weight… all from one triangle of fabric. Comment PYRAMID for the free pattern.Fabric is Something Blue by Tilda, releasing 1 June 2026 — with thanks to @tilda_australia.#tildasomethingblue #tildafabric #freepattern #sewingtutorial #sewinglove
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