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Rotary Cutter Sewing Tool Pouch

November 20, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

It is no secret that I love to combine my favourite scraps to create one of a kind projects so no scrap goes unwasted. In my latest pattern, I have combined all my cheery sunny yellow fabric pieces into a handy rotary cutter sewing tool pouch. This … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Etsy, patchwork, pdf pattern, pdf sewing pattern, pouch, scrap buster, scraps, zakka

Farmhouse Pumpkin Placemat

November 10, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

I love decorating my table for holidays to make our family celebrations more special. When we lived in USA we celebrated Thanksgiving with friends. Even though we don't celebrate Thanksgiving her in Australia, I still enjoy making pumpkin pie and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: coaster, fall, Halloween, holiday, mugrug, placemat, pumpkin, sewing pattern, thanksgiving

Love Needle Case

October 24, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Love Needle Case is our latest sewing project design. I designed this especially for sewists, to have a pretty and practical place to stow your needles, pins, etc when sewing on the go. It was designed to use all of those orphan pre-cuts that you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: gifts to sew, heart, needle book, needle case, pdf sewing pattern, sewing kit

Top Halloween Sewing Projects

October 17, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Halloween is a great time to unleash your creativity and sew some spooky and fun projects for your home. Whether you want to make a cozy quilt, a festive pillow, a creepy garland, or a trick-or-treat bag, there are so many Halloween sewing projects … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: autumn, beginner friendly, fall, Halloween, holiday, holiday sewing, patchwork, pdf sewing pattern

Ghoster Coaster

October 15, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Coasters (or if you prefer mug rugs) are a great way to add a holiday decorating element and can be quickly made to suit the occasion. My latest Halloween sewing pattern is for the Ghoster Coaster - a spooky duo that featuring a low volume patchwork … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: coaster, ghost, Halloween, mug rug, pdf sewing pattern

Pretty Tissue Cosy

October 2, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Florals, gingham and lace are always a pretty combination. Spring has arrived so I made a pretty tissue cover to celebrate. I had this sweet Atsuko Matsuyama floral in my stash which combined perfectly with a floral ruffled trim with crochet edge … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials, Vintage Haberdashery Tagged With: sewing, sewing tutorials, vintage haberdashery

Halloween Patchwork Pumpkin Coaster

September 27, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

With Halloween just around the corner, now is the time to get busy with sewing Halloween projects for your home. One idea to add some Halloween magic to your table, is making a set of Halloween coasters/mug rugs.Using orange and grey/black … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Halloween, patchwork, sew for home, sewing pattern

Tilda Puff Pouch

September 18, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I recently had the opportunity to sew with the new release range of Tilda fabric, Windy Days. It is a gorgeous fabric collection celebrating autumn. The colour palette is lovely - pinks, teal, mustard, grey, and blue. I can't resist buttons and this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, pdf pattern, pouch, puff pouch, Tilda, Tilda Windy Days

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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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Glasses for close work from @opsm
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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