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Lemon Crinkle Cookies

August 22, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

These lemon crinkle cookies could not be easier! They can be prepared in under 10 minutes. Perfect for when you need a sweet lemon treat in a hurry! The secret to these cookies is that they are made from a packet lemon cake mix, with a few extra … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cookies Tagged With: baking, cookies, lemon, recipe

Hexie Love Actually Blanket {Part 2}

August 20, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 18 Comments

I finally finished my Hexie Love Actually Crochet Afghan this week. It was 4.5 months in the making, although I did have a few breaks during its construction. I am really pleased how this has come together. It was my first time using the join as you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet Tagged With: crochet, hexie love actually

Book Review and Giveaway: Sew Illustrated

August 19, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 123 Comments

Sew Illustrated , 35 Fabric and Thread Designs is the newly released and much anticipated book by the talented duo Minki Kim and Kristin Esser. It is bursting with gorgeous and colourful designs using the Sewing Illustration techniques that Minki has … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: applique, book review, giveaway, sewing illustration

Sweet Orchard Blog Tour

August 17, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

Welcome to the Sweet Orchard Blog Hop. Sweet Orchard is the pretty debut fabric collection by designer Sedef Imer from Down Grapevine Lane for Riley Blake Designs. In sweet shades of pink, blue, red, grey, yellow, and green; it features fruit, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: A Spoonful of Sugar, Craftsy, Etsy, pdf pattern, sewing tutorials, tutorial

Dress Form Gift Tags

August 16, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

I always like to complete a gift with a handmade tag - it just adds a nice personalised touch. The Dress Form Lavender Sachets , were the inspiration behind these dress form gift tags. They were quickly made in under 30 minutes using some basic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gift Wrapping, Paper Crafts, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gift tag, gift wrapping, Liberty, sewing, tutorial

High Tea Blog Tour: Heart of the Home Mini Quilt + Hexie Sewing Kit

August 14, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 14 Comments

Welcome to the High Tea Blog Tour! High Tea is the wonderful debut fabric collection by talented designer, Jera Brandvig from the blog Quilting in the Rain and author of Quilt As You Go Made Modern. High Tea is a sweet range in soft shades of pink, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: A Spoonful of Sugar, blog tour, Craftsy, Etsy, mini quilt, pdf pattern

Sew Along Fun (Part 2)

August 2, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

The Instagram Sew Along for my book, A Spoonful of Sugar is wrapping up in a few weeks. It has been wonderful to see all the amazing projects that are being made and shared over on Instagram. It is such a thrill to see how everyone has made the … [Read more...]

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Hexie Love Actually Rug (Part 1)

July 3, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 18 Comments

Each winter I generally start a crochet or knitting project to work on in the evenings in front of the TV. This year I am working on a Hexie Love Actually crochet afghan. I can't resist hexagons so this pattern really caught my eye. I wanted to make … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet Tagged With: crochet

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✨ Sew a Little Magic ✨ Turn your scraps into somet ✨ Sew a Little Magic ✨ Turn your scraps into something truly enchanting. This Mushroom House Pouch is a whimsical little make with a practical heart — perfect for storing sewing notions, tiny treasures, kids’ keepsakes, or even game‑night dice.Each one feels like a fairy‑tale moment stitched in fabric. Quick to sew, joyful to gift, and guaranteed to make someone smile.💬 Comment MUSHROOM for the link to the pattern🧵 Pattern: Mushroom House Pouch Sewing Pattern - available in our Pattern Store.#mushroomhousepouch #sewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingcommunity #handmadegifts
Welcome, new friends! I’m Lisa, the maker behind A Welcome, new friends! I’m Lisa, the maker behind A Spoonful of Sugar Designs 🧵If you’re looking for sewing projects that are: • Beginner‑friendly (easy to start) • Scrap‑friendly (use what you already have) • Quick to sew (finish in a weekend) • Giftable (perfect for sharing handmade love)…you’ve found your spot.I’d love to get to know you — please introduce yourself in the comments so we can connect. And if you’d like weekly inspiration, subscriber‑only freebies, and discounts, comment NEWSLETTER below to join my mailing list.I’m so glad you’re here — let’s make sewing part of your everyday.#sewingcommunity #beginnersewing #scrapsewing #quicksewingproject #giftablemakes
Sew Everyday Kitchen Helpers 🤍 A cosy collection o Sew Everyday Kitchen Helpers 🤍 A cosy collection of pot holders, oven mitts, and hot pads designed for real, everyday use — and perfect for your next weekend sewing session.These projects are:
• Beginner‑friendly so anyone can jump in • Scrap‑friendly to make the most of what you already have
• Quick to sew for instant satisfaction • Giftable for friends, family, and thoughtful handmade momentsSave this carousel for later.  Patterns are available in my Pattern Store or Etsy shop. Your kitchen (and your gift drawer) will thank you.#sewingpattern #sewingproject #weekendsewing #kitchensewing #handmadehome
✨ Love polka dots? Step inside a fairy‑tale pouch! ✨ Love polka dots? Step inside a fairy‑tale pouch! ✨ These little Mushroom Houses are perfect hideaways for treasures — whether it’s sewing notions, kids’ keepsakes, or even dice for game night. A quick make that’s as magical as it is practical. 🍄💫Find the pattern in our shop or Etsy, and don’t forget:
👉 Comment MUSHROOM for the link!Pattern Details: Mushroom House Pouch Sewing Pattern#mushroomhousepouch #sewingpattern #sewinglove #sewingcommunity #pouchmaker
Got scraps piling up again? Turn those tiny offcut Got scraps piling up again? Turn those tiny offcuts into the cutest little storage solution — the Bitsy Basket! Quick to sew, endlessly useful, and just plain adorable. Perfect for holding clips, threads, or even a little treat.Save this idea for your next scrap‑busting session, and don’t forget: 👉 Comment BASKET for the pattern link!Pattern Details: Bitsy Basket PDF Sewing Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#bitsybasket #sewinglove #scrapbusing #sewingcommunity #weekendsewing
🔌✂️ Tame Your Cords in Style! Our Cord Cosy keeps 🔌✂️ Tame Your Cords in Style! Our Cord Cosy keeps chargers, earbuds, and cables neat and tidy — no more tangles in your bag or drawer. It’s scrap‑friendly, beginner‑friendly, and a quick sew you’ll love.✨ Free pattern available — comment CORD and I’ll send you the link to the pattern.🌸 Perfect weekend project + a thoughtful handmade gift idea.#scrapsewing #sewinglove #weekendsewing #beginnersewingproject #sewingtutorial
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