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Holiday Crafts 2014

September 26, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 17 Comments

We had a most exciting mail delivery today, with the arrival of our contributors copy of Better Homes and Gardens Holiday Crafts Magazine. We were asked back in January if we would like to contribute a few projects to the magazine and are delighted … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas decorations

{Book Review} Paperie by Kristy Neale

September 21, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

If you like playing with paper as much as we do, you will love Paperie by Kristy Neale, which contains 100 creative papercraft ideas that can be used as gifts, décor, stationery, and accessories. We loved Kristy Neale's first book, Hoop-La, so were … [Read more...]

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Scrappy Patchwork Placemat

September 12, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

After a busy day at work, some simple sewing at night can be very therapeutic. There is something about repetitive sewing that is so relaxing.Scrappy projects are now easier than ever with my newly organised fabric scraps.  For this scrappy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: patchwork, placemat, scrap buster, scraps

Chocolate Bouchon

September 2, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

It is no secret that Sarah loves to bake. When she isn't baking (or studying which is taking up a lot of her time as she prepares for her end of Year 12 exams), she is researching recipes or looking through cook books. She recently purchased Bouchon … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cupcakes & Muffins Tagged With: Chocolate

Lunch Box and Picnic Ideas

August 27, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

Every week day we take a packed lunch to work, school and university. It is so convenient to have a freshly prepared lunch on hand to eat on your break. No need to queue up at a shop or canteen to purchase lunch, and the food is generally healthier … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Back to School, Gift Wrapping, Paper Crafts Tagged With: party, picnic, table setting

Crochet Granny Square Pillow

August 23, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

Sarah is counting down until the end of high school - only 88 days to go! In that time she has 14 more exams to get through.  When I took a break from studying in Year 12, my reward was to work on a crochet blanket I was making. I made a colourful … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet Tagged With: granny square

Sew Cute to Cuddle – Giveaway Winner

August 23, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Thanks to everyone who entered our giveaway to be in the running to win a copy of the delightful book, Sew Cute to Cuddle by Mariska Vos-Bolman. Congratulations to our winner - Carina! We have sent you an email with details of your prize. … [Read more...]

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Sewing Tool Pouch

August 20, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

You can never have too many pencil cases! I made this sewing tool pouch to hold my favourite sewing gadgets/tools - perfect for taking to sewing group and sewing retreats. It is made using our Pencil Case tutorial which is suitable  for beginner … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: pencil case, zipper

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Who says a Holly Jolly Tree has to be Christmas-th Who says a Holly Jolly Tree has to be Christmas-themed? 🍂This version is stitched in beautiful Village Life fabrics, featuring warm rusts, ochres, and earthy tones that feel right at home for fall decorating, Thanksgiving gatherings, or even Halloween displays.The same design you love, reimagined for a whole new season. ✨Comment TREE for a link to our free Holly Jolly Tree pattern.Fabric: Village Life by Tilda @tilda_australia#tildavillagelife #HollyJollyTree #FallDecor #AutumnSewing
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Projects to Sew with Tilda Village Life Tilda Vill Projects to Sew with Tilda Village Life
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
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