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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

Patchwork Pumpkin Coaster

September 5, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Patchwork Pumpkin Coaster or mugrug is a beginner friendly sewing project that can be easily made in a couple of hours. Coasters are the perfect way to add some seasonal fun to her home and are a good way to use your favourite fabric scraps. I had so … [Read more...]

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Dresden Mat

August 26, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I love afternoon tea celebrations with friends - it is always a good excuse to use my favourite vintage china, including this special cup, saucer and plate that my Nan gave me when I was 12. Pretty china deserves pretty placemats such as this Dresden … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: dresden plate, mugrug, placemat, sew, sewing pattern, Tilda

Cat Coaster

August 22, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

I recently received a pre-release bundle of the new Tilda fabric collection, Windy Days from 2 Green Zebras. Inspired by autumn days, the fabric features leaves, wind, flowers, umbrella's and more in lovely hues of camel. coral. grey, teal. and blue. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing pattern, cat lover, coaster, pdf sewing pattern, sewing pattern

Dice and Drawstring Bag (DnD)

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

I was recently tasked with making dice bags for my daughter and her partner who are both Dungeons and Dragons enthusiasts. They were very happy with my design so I have written up the pattern so other DnD gamers can make their own. The Dice and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: dice bag, DnD, drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, dungeons and dragons

Puff Pouch

August 8, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I love to make small pouches - they are useful for storing so many items. My latest pouch design, the Puff Pouch, is shaped like a hexagonal prism and has a flat bottom so it stands up by itself. Made with six shaped panels, it is the perfect project … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, gift bag, pdf pattern, pouch, sewing pattern

Tomato Pot Holder

July 11, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

My favourite hobby (after sewing of course!) is cooking and baking. My latest pattern combines my two favourite hobbies in this cute patchwork Tomato Pot Holder. The pot holder (or hot pad) adds a pop of colour to your kitchen. Tomatoes are such a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: gifts from the kitchen, gifts to sew, hot pad, patchwork, pdf sewing pattern, pot holder, potholder

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Tilda Village Life has officially arrived — and I’ve been busy sewing wiith this sweet new collection.Here are six pretty projects I’ve made with Village Life so far, each beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for gift‑giving.Patterns are available in my pattern store.
Comment PATTERN and I’ll send you the link.Save this post for when your Village Life fabric arrives — the colours and tiny motifs are a joy to sew with.#tildavillagelife #tildafabric  #tildasewing #ilovetilda #sewingprojects @tilda_australia
A Liberty moment in two colourways. This Quadra Po A Liberty moment in two colourways.
This Quadra Pouch is sewn in Liberty Betsy tana lawn, using both the pink and blue classics with a soft pink gingham for contrast. It really feels like two pouches in one — a sweet pink side, a calm blue side, and that clever base that helps it stand tall.It folds flat, opens wide, cinches closed, and is one of my favourite quick‑to‑make gifts.If you’d like the pattern, comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch (3 Sizes) Sewing Pattern — available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#libertyfabric #libertybetsy #isew #sewingcommunity #quadrapouch
Meet the Monster Eye Mugrug — your spooky little c Meet the Monster Eye Mugrug — your spooky little companion for Halloween! This quick, beginner‑friendly project is perfect for practicing raw‑edge appliqué and using up those favourite fabric scraps. Fast to sew, fun to gift, and just the right amount of spooky.🎃 Scrap‑friendly
🧵 Beginner‑approved
👀 A tiny monster with big charmComment MONSTER for the pattern link.Pattern Details: Monster Eye Mugrug -  available in our Pattern Store or Etsy Shop.#halloweensewing #halloweendiy #scrapfriendlysewing #holidaysewing #makersgonnamake
Festive sewing season is officially underway ✨ Thi Festive sewing season is officially underway ✨
This Mini Drawstring Gift Bag is one of my favourite quick Christmas makes — beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for holding small gifts, treats, notions, or tiny treasures. I stitched this
version using the charming Tilda Merry Little Christmas range, and the colours are just so sweet for holiday sewing.If you’re planning handmade gifts this year, this little pouch is such an easy win.🎄 Comment MINI and I’ll send you the product link
✨ Quick to sew, lovely to gift, perfect for festive sewingPattern: Mini Drawstring Gift Bag Sewing Pattern — available in my Pattern Store + Etsy Shop (links in profile)Fabric: Tilda Merry Little Christmas @tilda_australia
The Luma Bucket — pretty storage in two sizes. Mak The Luma Bucket — pretty storage in two sizes.
Make it with the woven FPP star or keep it simple with two fabrics.Perfect for organising, gifting, storing sewing notions, and using up favourite scraps.Comment LUMA for the pattern link.Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#lumabucket #beginnersewingproject #fpp #handmadegifts #sewingroomstorage
A sweet and super‑useful Luma Bucket stitched in t A sweet and super‑useful Luma Bucket stitched in the upcoming Tilda Village Life collection. Perfect for organising your sewing space, gifting, or adding a pretty handmade touch around the home. I’ve loved
working with these charming prints and colours.Village Life releases 1 October — thanks to @tilda_australia for the beautiful fabric.Comment LUMA for the pattern link.Pattern Details: Luma Bucket (2 Sizes) - Pattern available in the Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#lumabucket #tildavillagelife #tildafabrics #sewingpattern #sewingcommunity
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