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Weekend DIY: Lego Keychain Project

September 29, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

Sponsored by DremelI love a good DIY project and it is fun to swap my sewing machine for some power tools occasionally. We have been watching a few home renovation shows lately and I am always dreaming up fun projects to make for our home. When … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY Tagged With: DIY, dremel, lego

Banana Choc Chip Muffins

September 28, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Time for baking has been in short supply lately. I am currently working full time on a short term project so I need recipes that can be made quickly and freeze well so we have some treats on hand.I love the flavour of banana muffins and they are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cupcakes & Muffins Tagged With: banana, lunchbox, muffins

Mini Heart Gift Tag

September 27, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

I love to give hand made gifts. If I don't give handmade, I at least like to add some creativity to the gift wrapping. Our latest project is mini heart gift tags.I have been enjoying some quick crochet projects recently that are helping me use all … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet, Gift Wrapping Tagged With: crochet, doiley, gift tags, gift wrapping

Liberty Fabric Scrap Buster Projects

September 19, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 8 Comments

Do you love Liberty fabric? I have only started collecting (and using) Liberty fabric over the past year or so. Liberty lawn is beautiful fine quality cotton  fabric and I love the sweet classic floral prints that it is famous for. It is more … [Read more...]

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

6 Ways to Refresh Your Bathroom for Spring

September 17, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

Sponsored by TargetWe built our home 12 years ago and everything is in need of a makeover. Our focus this year has been on re-painting the internal walls, and changing some of our home décor items to give our home a much needed refresh. Our focus … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Our Home Tagged With: bathroom, home décor, home organisation

{Book Review & Giveaway} Magic Cakes by Christelle Huet-Gomez

September 16, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 81 Comments

Magic Cakes: Three cakes in one: one mixture, one bake, three delicious layers by Christelle Huet-Gomez is a wonderful new cookbook that showcases a delicious assortment of Magic Cakes. Magic Cakes are three cakes in one, this is every cake-lovers … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: baking, book review, giveaway

Dorcas Dressmakers Pins

September 15, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

We love vintage sewing supplies. I was taught to sew by my mother and grandmother and vintage supplies always takes me back in time. I loved sorting through my Mum's sewing box and finding buttons and supplies for making dolls clothes and other small … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: sewing, vintage

Liberty Parisian Pouch

September 14, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Linen, lace and Liberty fabric is such a classic combination. I made this sweet zippered pouch in an afternoon. It includes one of my favourite Liberty prints - Suzy Elizabeth with its pretty tea cup design.I used the Parisian Pouch pattern … [Read more...]

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

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Bright fabrics, tiny pouches, and the cutest littl Bright fabrics, tiny pouches, and the cutest little closure hack ✨ Instead of hunting for narrow elastic cord, I use colourful hair ties — they’re sturdy, stretchy, and perfect for sewing into button‑loop closures on the Mini Treat Pouch. Such a simple trick, and it works
beautifully with bold prints like these Ruby Star Society favourites.This beginner‑friendly pattern includes full‑size templates and step‑by‑step photos, so you can sew a sweet little gift in no time.🪡 Comment TREAT for the pattern link
🛍️ Also available in our Pattern Store + Etsy Shop (links in bio)What sewing shortcut do you swear by? I love a clever hack that makes handmade gifts even sweeter ✂️#MiniTreatPouch #SewingHack #ScrapFriendlySewing #ModernSewingPatterns
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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
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