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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...]

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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...]

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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

Halloween Hexie Garden Pouch

September 14, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Halloween Style Hexie Garden Pouch is perfectly sized to hold an assortment of treats this Halloween. Gather your favourite orange and black fabrics to construct this sweet drawstring pouch. Featuring a rounded bottom, a side gusset, and the ability … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, English paper piecing, EPP, Halloween, hexie, pouch

Patchwork Pumpkin Mug Rug

September 12, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

In these unprecedented times, never has it been more important to achieve a work life balance. Activities that promote mindfulness are so important for us in maintaining good mental health. I work full time in a busy demanding role so I strive to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: coaster, fall, gifts for the home, Halloween, mug rug, patchwork, pumpkin, thanksgiving

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A little Sunday sewing inspiration for you 💙✂️ The A little Sunday sewing inspiration for you 💙✂️ The Dresden Needlebook is one of my most‑loved makes — pretty, practical, and such a satisfying scrap‑friendly project. Perfect for gifting… or keeping in your own sewing kit.Swipe through to see the details — two pockets, felt pages, and a neat snap fastening to keep everything secure.If you’d like the pattern, comment NEEDLEBOOK and I’ll send the link straight to you.Save this for your next weekend sewing session.Pattern Details: Dresden Needlebook Sewing Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.  #dresdenplate #sewinginspiration #beginnersewing #sewinglove   #sewinginspiration
✨ Scrappy projects to sew this weekend ✂️💗 If you’ ✨ Scrappy projects to sew this weekend ✂️💗 If you’ve been saving your prettiest little fabric leftovers… this one’s for you.Here are 10 quick + pretty scrap‑friendly projects you can sew in an hour or two. Beginner‑friendly, satisfying, and perfect for using those tiny pieces you can’t bear to throw away.Save this for the next time you need a burst of sewing inspiration.Comment PATTERNS for a link to our pattern store — all patterns are available in our shop and our Etsy store.Which one will you sew first?#sewingprojects #scrapbusting #scrapsewing #sewinginspiration #sewingideas
Weekend sewing sorted ✂️  Grab my FREE Pyramid We Weekend sewing sorted ✂️ Grab my FREE Pyramid Weights pattern — perfect for scrap busting and gift making.Comment PYRAMID and I’ll send it straight to you.  Fabric Details: Tilda Something Blue, with thanks to @tilda_australia#sewingproject #sewingtutorial #sewingpattern #freesewingpattern #scrapbusting
A little Something Blue for your Thursday evening. A little Something Blue for your Thursday evening. This Dresden Needlebook is one of my favourite small makes — quick to sew, beginner friendly, and so practical. I love how neatly it holds scissors, needles, pins, and little notions, all wrapped up with a sweet Dresden on the cover.If you’d like to sew one too, comment NEEDLEBOOK and I’ll send you the pattern link.Fabric Details: Tilda Something Blue - with thanks to @tilda_australiaPattern Details: Dresden Needlebook Sewing Pattern - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop#sewingproject #sewingreels #sewinginspiration #tildafabric #tildasomethingblue
The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨ Smooth curves The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨ Smooth curves, no fiddly binding, and a beginner‑friendly construction that comes together fast. The Baker’s Buddy is practical, gift‑friendly, and one of my most‑made patterns because it actually gets used in the kitchen.If you’re looking for a quick win that looks impressive and is useful, this is the one. Comment BAKER and I’ll send you the pattern link (available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop).#sewinggifts #beginnerfriendlysewing #smallquiltedgift #quicksewing #sewingcommunity
Pretty in Pink 💗 A quick burst of pink inspiration Pretty in Pink 💗 A quick burst of pink inspiration for your next sewing project — 16 sweet makes in under 6 seconds. All beginner‑friendly and perfect for using your favourite fabrics.All of the patterns are available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Comment PATTERNS and I’ll send you the store link.#pinksewingprojects #colourcrushseries #sewinginspiration #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #sewingpatternlove
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