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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...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Room Tagged With: fabric, fat quarter, informational, pre-cut, scrap buster, sewing, sewing pattern, sewing project, sewing room

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

Sewing Room Maintenance

June 17, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I work full time and only have a few hours on the weekend to indulge in my passion of sewing and quilting. When I head into my sewing studio, I like everything to be organised and tidy so I can hit the ground running and get sewing with minimal … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Room Tagged With: checklist, free, log, organisation, planner, printable, sewing room

Hexie Star Placemat

June 11, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Hexie Star Placemat is our latest placemat pattern in the Hexie Placemat Collection. It has been so much fun to design this set of placemats - perfect for all the different holidays/seasons throughout the year. The Hexie Star placemat is resplendent … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: 4th July, foundation paper piecing, hexie, Independence, mugrug, placemat, pot holder, star, super hero

A Spoonful of Stitches

June 6, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I have an exciting new venture that I am thrilled to share with you today. I have been working behind the scenes over the past few months with a family member to design a range of colourful and fun cross stitch patterns suitable for beginner and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Embroidery/Cross stitch Tagged With: cross stitch, embroidery thread, Etsy, hoop, pattern store

Tulip Twist Quilt Block

June 3, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The “Tulip Twist” foundation paper piecing quilting block is a new and exciting pattern that is beginner-friendly and available in 5 sizes. It is a great way to use up your scraps and add some bright and colorful tulips to your your mini quilt or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: beginner quilt, foundation paper piecing, fpp, fpp pattern, mini quilt, patchwork, quilt block, quilting, rainbow quilt, scrap buster, sewing

Cat Applique

May 31, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Raw edge applique is a technique used to add detail to fabrics by cutting and attaching shapes without turning the edges to the back. The edges can be fused, stitched, or left to ravel. This creates a natural or realistic look or an artistic … [Read more...]

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

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Jingle Bell Coaster 🎄✨ A sweet little festive make Jingle Bell Coaster 🎄✨ A sweet little festive make for holiday tables — quick to sew, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for adding a touch of Christmas cheer to your home. I love how they brighten up a cosy hot chocolate moment.✨ Christmas in July Sale Save 20% off all Christmas patterns in our Pattern Store + Etsy Shop until 31 July.💬 Comment CHRISTMAS and I’ll send you the link to our Christmas patterns.#christmasinjuly #christmassewing #jinglebellcoaster #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpattern
Scraps never looked so festive ✨ A few red offcuts Scraps never looked so festive ✨ A few red offcuts, a couple of buttons, and suddenly you’ve got the sweetest little mini stocking. It’s quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and the perfect size for chocolates, lip balm, or tiny sewing treats.If you’re stitching for teachers, friends, or your Christmas table this year, this little stocking is such a joyful make — and a great way to use up your stash.🎄 Find the printable pattern in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop
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Mini Stocking, Maximum Joy 🎄 These scrappy mini st Mini Stocking, Maximum Joy 🎄 These scrappy mini stockings are the sweetest handmade gift idea — just the right size for lip balm, chocolates, sewing notions, or tiny treats. Quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for festive table settings or teacher gifts.I used the Tilda Merry Little Christmas fabric for a nostalgic, Scandi‑inspired vibe and I’m loving how they turned out.✨ Christmas in July Sale: All Christmas patterns in my Pattern Store + Etsy Shop are 20% off until July 31.💬 Comment CHRISTMAS and I’ll send you the link to the Christmas patterns.
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✨ Christmas in July ✨ A little festive sewing joy ✨ Christmas in July ✨A little festive sewing joy — sweet Christmas patterns to spark your creativity and help you get ahead on handmade gifts. Think mini stockings, tiny houses, cheerful coasters, and small makes that bring instant Christmas magic.Comment CHRISTMAS for a link to my Christmas patterns. All Christmas patterns are 20% off until July 31 in both Pattern Store & Etsy Shop.🎄 Scrap‑friendly
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Mini Treat Pouch ✂️✨ I love sewing these little po Mini Treat Pouch ✂️✨ I love sewing these little pouches — they’re fast, fun, and such a sweet way to use up small scraps. This Ruby Star Society version is bright, modern, and perfect for tiny gifts or organising your sewing space.Beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, scrap‑friendly, and always a crowd‑pleaser.Comment TREAT and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Mini Treat Pouch — available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#MiniTreatPouch #sewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingprojects #quicksewingproject
The Sew and Stow Pouch is one of my favourite prac The Sew and Stow Pouch is one of my favourite practical, giftable makes — bright, scrap‑friendly, and so handy for crafting on the go. Patchwork hourglass cover, clear mesh panel, zipper pocket… it keeps everything organised and easy to find.It’s 25% off this week only. Comment STOW and I’ll send you the pattern link.#sewingorganisation #sewandstowpouch #sewingprojects #sewingcommunity #patchworksewing
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