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Santa and Elf Pot Holder

November 26, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Holiday baking has never been so much fun! Sew up a Santa and Elf Pot Holder duo this weekend. This holiday themed pot holders/oven mitts/hot pads are a great way to add some festive cheer to your kitchen. They also make a fun gift for bakers - … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas, gifts to sew, pdf sewing pattern, pot holder, sewing pattern

Liberty Bell Ornament

November 15, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I love making home sewn Christmas ornaments to hang on our Christmas tree and to use as gift toppers. This weekend I have been sewing Liberty Bells. Liberty of London tana lawn sews beautifully and makes sweet ornaments. The fabric used in this … [Read more...]

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Farmhouse Jingle Bell Coaster

November 10, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Nothing says Farmhouse Christmas quite like buffalo check. This year we are planning to decorate our home Farmhouse style with plenty of buffalo check, galvanised steel, wood, and natural materials. I always love to add some home sewn items into our … [Read more...]

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Jingle Bell Coaster

November 8, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Christmas is without a doubt my favourite time of year. I love to decorate my home with Christmas decorations and homewares, to create a festive atmosphere. Part of my Christmas preparation includes adding homemade touches. This year my first new … [Read more...]

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Daydream Projects

October 25, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Have you seen the newly released fabric range, Daydream? It is one of the sweetest fabrics ranges I have seen. The gelati colours and whimsical designs that depict the joy of childhood games are perfect for so many projects. Designed by Patty Basemi … [Read more...]

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{Book Review} Home Sweet Home Sewing

October 19, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Home Sweet Home Sewing  is the newly released and much anticipated book by the talented Helen Philipps. It is packed full of sweet and practical items to make as gifts or for yourself. It is such a pretty book and will certainly inspire you to give … [Read more...]

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Halloween Dresden Placemat

October 15, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Dresden Placemat has been given a Halloween makeover with this Halloween Dresden Placemat. Thanks for all the positive feedback on the pretty Dresden Placemats I made for a special afternoon tea. It is fun to adapt patterns for other occasions. … [Read more...]

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Dresden Placemat

October 11, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

*** New Pattern in our Etsy Store ***I love sharing a cup of tea with friends and family. There is something about the ritual of brewing tea and drinking from pretty fine bone china cups that really lifts the spirits. Here are some pretty Dresden … [Read more...]

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Sharing a new Quadra Pouch sewn in the upcoming Ti Sharing a new Quadra Pouch sewn in the upcoming Tilda Village Life collection. The same floral blender print appears in burgundy, ochre, teal and blue, giving each corner its own pretty moment.The Quadra has a clever flat base, folds completely flat between uses, and comes in three beginner‑friendly sizes. Such a handy little make.Comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch — available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#tildavillagelife #quadrapouch #drawstringpouch #sewingpattern
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✨ Small festive touches make handmade feel special ✨ Small festive touches make handmade feel special.This Mini Treat Pouch is quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for gifting — especially when you add sweet details like stitched tags, ribbon trims, elastic loops, or wooden buttons.A tiny Christmas project that’s endlessly customisable and always fun to make.Comment TREAT for the pattern link.
Available in my Pattern Store + Etsy Shop.Fabric: Tilda Merry Little Christmas with thanks to @ tilda_australia#christmassewing #minitreatpouch #scrapfriendlysewing #giftbagpattern
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I’ve been sewing with the upcoming Tilda Village L I’ve been sewing with the upcoming Tilda Village Life collection, and couldn’t resist making a Quadra Pouch using all four floral blender colourways —burgundy, teal, ochre and blue. The small scale florals are perfect for small makes.The Quadra Pouch comes in three sizes, stands tall, and has a clever flat base with no boxed corners. I added a satin drawstring and a sew‑in tag for a sweet finish. They’re perfect for sewing supplies, gifts, or travel essentials.If you’d like the pattern link, comment QUADRA and I’ll send it straight through.
Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric: Tilda Village Life (available 1 October) with thanks to @tilda_AustraliaPattern: Quadra Pouch (3 Sizes) - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop#quadrapouch #tildavillagelife #tildafabric #ilovetilda #2greenzebras
Meet the Quadra Pouch — a clever flat‑base design Meet the Quadra Pouch — a clever flat‑base design that comes in three super‑useful sizes. Beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for
showing off pretty prints.I stitched this pouch in the upcoming Tilda Village Life collection, using the same floral in burgundy, ochre, teal and blue. Each corner is different, which makes the whole pouch feel extra special.Want the pattern link?
Comment QUADRA and I’ll send it straight through.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch Sewing Pattern (3 Sizes)Fabric Credit: Tilda Village Life - available 1 October with thanks to @tilda_australia#quadrapouch #tildavillagelife #tildafabric #sewingpattern #ilovetilda
A quick, satisfying make for your weekend ✂️ This A quick, satisfying make for your weekend ✂️
This Easy Hexagon Trivet comes together in minutes — no binding, straight seams, and a very pleasing turn‑through moment.Perfect for charm packs, leftover 10" squares, or your favourite scraps.Comment TRIVET for the pattern link.Pattern Details: Easy Hexagon Trivet & Coasters — available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#easysewingproject #scrapsewing #beginnersewing #sewingreels #weekendsewing
A beautiful, captivating read by local author Tess A beautiful, captivating read by local author Tess Woods inspired this sweet little Heart Bookmark. I adored the way The Cairo Bridal Shop wove together family, secrets, and sisterhood — it’s one of those
stories that stays with you long after you close the cover. If you missed my book review, check my previous post.This tiny Heart Bookmark is scrap‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for book lovers or handmade gift‑givers.Comment BOOKMARK for the free Pattern or click on the link in my bio.Save this for when you are looking for quick handmade gift ideas.#freesewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing #handmadegifts #bookloversofinstagram #sewingcommunity
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