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Pencil Case

January 23, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

If you love a quick sewing project, you can't go past the Pencil Case pattern from Anna Graham's book, Handmade Style. (You can read my review of Handmade Style here). All you need is some fabric, a metal zip, interfacing, and bias tape. The pencil … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: sewing, zakka

Valentines Sewing Projects

January 15, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

With just under a month until Valentines Day, now is the time to make some Valentines inspired projects! Here is a roundup of some of our favourite and most popular Valentines Day sewing patterns and tutorials.Heart of the Home Mini Quilt is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Tutorials, Valentines Day Tagged With: a spoonful of sugar designs, heart, sewing, sewing pattern, Valentines Day

Monogrammed Sachets

January 8, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

One of my craft goals for 2017 is to spend more time enjoying the process of creating. I plan to enjoy more slow hand stitching - cross stitch, embroidery, hand quilting. When I spotted the #2017sewingbookchallenge over on instagram - I knew it was … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Embroidery/Cross stitch, Mother's Day, Sewing Tagged With: book review, cross stitch, lavender, Liberty, monogram

Top Sewing Tutorials

January 1, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

As 2017 begins, it is a great opportunity to reflect on 2016 and what we achieved during the year. We are so blessed to have so much support and friendship from our wonderful readers - thanks for inspiring us to keep creating and sharing our creative … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: sewing, sewing tutorials, tutorials

Folded Hexagon Ornament

December 11, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

With only two weeks left until Christmas, we are starting to put the finishing touches to our decorating, before we start on the holiday baking. I love this time of year - spending time with family and friends, and making and baking special treats … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas ornaments, hexagon, vintage, vintage Christmas

Lemon Pound Cake

December 7, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 13 Comments

I can't resist lemon cakes, especially if they pack a big citrus punch. I am always trying new recipes to find the perfect lemon pound cake. This one is my best yet! Lemon pound cake, topped with lemon glaze, and moist coconut. Delicious! The lemon … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cakes Tagged With: cake, lemon

{Book Review} Happy Crochet Book by Carolina Guzman

December 4, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

One and Two Company's Happy Crochet Book: Patterns That Make Your Kids Smile by Carolina Guzman (from One and Two Company) is packed full of fun and cheerful crochet patterns that are perfect to crochet for little ones. The book includes both … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet Tagged With: book review, crochet, toys

Christmas Stars

December 3, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

It wouldn't be Christmas without some handmade Christmas decorations. I have long admired German Christmas Stars (also known as Froebel Stars; Nordic Stars; Advent Stars; and Christmas Stars) for their lovely 3 D effect.  They are quite easy to make … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Paper Crafts Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas decorations, origami, paper, vintage Christmas

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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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