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Santa Sack

November 29, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I am all about eco-friendly gift-wrapping options this Holiday season. There are so many festive fabric options available to make your own gift bags. I found adorable Mickey Mouse fabric at Spotlight and made a Santa Sack. Best of all, the gift bags … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing & Quilting Patterns

10 Holiday Decorations to Sew

November 28, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I love to inject handmade into the Holidays. For me, it is part of my preparation for Christmas to make decorations, bake, and create handmade gifts. It really helps me focus on the true meaning of the season and shows your family and friends that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas

Star Pillow

November 22, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

My latest pattern, Star Pillow (2 Styles - Square and Rectangle) celebrates the Ohio Star block. This traditional block has been given a modern, minimalist vibe by setting it with low volume fabrics so that the brightly coloured, monochromatic stars … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: low volume fabric, Ohio star, patchwork, pdf sewing pattern, pillow, scrap buster

Courthouse Steps Quilt Block

November 19, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Courthouse Steps Quilt block is a classic design which had its origins around the Civil War era. It is a variation of the classic log cabin pattern. The parallel strips on either side of the central block resemble courthouse steps. Courthouse Steps … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: foundation paper piecing, fpp, mini quilt, patchwork, pdf pattern, quilt block

Meowy Christmas

November 17, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Looking for a fun gift for a cat lover this holiday season? How about making them a set of festive Cosy Cat Coasters - perfect for a Meowy Christmas. In this fun duo I used cute seasonal fabric "Be Merry" by Sew Cute Design for Hawthorn Supply … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: cat, cat lover, coaster, mug rug, pet

Twisted Log Cabin Block

November 12, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

My latest Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) Block is the Twisted Log Cabin. This block is really versatile, and you can achieve many different effects by playing with the colours and placement of low volume fabrics. In these samples, I made the internal … [Read more...]

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

Thanksgiving Placemat

November 2, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

It is hard to believe how fast this year is going, We are now in November and planning for Christmas. When I lived in the USA, we celebrated Thanksgiving with friends. I love the tradition of joining together with family and friends to celebrate all … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Uncategorized Tagged With: foundation paper piecing, fpp, Halloween, mugrug, patchwork, placemat, quilting, thanksgiving, trivet

Log Cabin Block

October 29, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Introducing the Log Cabin Foundation Paper Piecing Quilt Block (FPP). I am so excited to add to my range of basic, beginner friendly foundation paper piecing quilt block patterns. I have had so many requests for these over the years and I am so … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner friendly, foundation paper piecing, fpp, pdf pattern, quilt block, traditional quilt block

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There’s something so soothing about sewing small, There’s something so soothing about sewing small, comforting projects… especially the ones that feel as lovely to gift as they do to keep.This week I’ve been stitching up a little calm with this Self‑Care Bundle — a relaxing eye pillow and a soft, weighted heatpack designed for quiet moments, tired shoulders, and anyone who needs a gentle pause.Both projects are beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and quick to sew… the kind of makes that feel thoughtful without taking all weekend. Perfect for someone special, or for adding a little comfort to your own daily routine.This set is sewn in the beautiful Tilda Creating Memories collection - thank you to @tilda_australia for the gorgeous fabrics.If you’d like to sew your own set, I’ve bundled both patterns together with a 25% saving. Use the code word SELFCARE in the comments and I’ll send the link straight to you.Here’s to stitching a little calm into the week ahead 🤍#sewingproject #tildafabrics #makersgonnamake #sewinglove #handmadegifts
Threading a needle doesn’t have to be fiddly — the Threading a needle doesn’t have to be fiddly — these 9 simple tips make it so much easier. Perfect for beginners, tired eyes, or late‑night sewing sessions.Here are tools I use in my own sewing room:Easy‑thread needles, beeswax + scissors from @sohmo_au
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Thread from @aurifilthread
(Not sponsored — just products I genuinely use and love.)Save this for your next sewing project ✨ Comment NEWSLETTER to sign up for my weekly newsletter - I share sewing tips, free tutorials, articles, and studio news every Sunday.Everyone has their own little threading tricks - share yours below!  #sewingtips #sewingforbeginners #sewingtools #sewinghacks #sewingroom
This little Travel Sewing Kit is one of my most‑us This little Travel Sewing Kit is one of my most‑used makes — and it’s more versatile than you might think.You can sew it with the felt leaf to hold your pins and needles… or leave the felt out and use it for coins, jewellery, earbuds, hair ties or other everyday essentials. One pattern, two ways — quick to sew, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for gifting.If you’d like the pattern link, comment TRAVEL and I’ll send it straight to your DMs.Pattern Details: Travel Sewing Kit - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#travelsewingkit #scrapsewing #sewingpattern #weekendsew #sewfun
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
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