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Make Your Own Linen Napkins

April 30, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 26 Comments

Make your own linen napkins

Beautiful cloth or linen napkins add a touch of luxury to your table. It is the little things in life and sweet little touches that can make an occasion feel special. Linen napkins are very easy to sew and are a great beginner sewing project. All you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials, Uncategorized Tagged With: linen

Easy Apple Tart

April 29, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

If you are after a quick dessert or afternoon tea treat, you can't go past this easy apple tart. Apples are in season at the moment and are cheap and plentiful. This apple tart is easy to make using ready made shortcrust pastry sheets. It is filled … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Desserts Tagged With: apple

Book Reviews for Quilters and Stitchers

April 28, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Quilting - The Complete Guide by Darlene Zimmerman is a handy resource for quilters. Whether you are new to quilting or an experienced quilter, this guide contains everything you need to know to get you started. It is the type of book that you would … [Read more...]

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Ribbon Zippered Purse

April 26, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

Do you love pretty ribbons and trims? We have a large ribbon collection with many novelty ribbons that rarely get used. Making a ribbon zippered purse is a great opportunity to use some of our pretty ribbons. It was fun co-ordinating a few different … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: bag, zipper

Winner of My Rag Doll

April 26, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Thanks to everyone who entered our giveaway to win a copy of My Rag Doll by Corinne Crasbercu. Congratulations to our winner, Aimee R (We have sent you an email with details of how to claim your prize). My Rag Doll is available from The Book … [Read more...]

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Rottnest Island Holiday

April 24, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

You may recall from our Easter Getaway Tips post last week, that we were spending a few days on Rottnest Island with our extended family over the Easter break. We are so lucky to have Rottnest Island off our coast. On a clear day, we can even see it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Travel Tagged With: Rottnest Island

Mother’s Day Gifts to Sew

April 20, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

Sew you Mother a gift for Mother's Day

Mother's Day is not too far away so now is the time to start planning some gift projects for the Mothers, Grandmothers, or other special women in your life. Nothing means more to a mother than putting some effort into creating a one of a kind gift … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mother's Day, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: craft stall

Handmade Envelopes

April 19, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 8 Comments

Hamdmade Envelopes by A Spoonful of Sugar

When I was in primary school, I had penpals in Queensland, Singapore, and USA. It was so exciting to arrive home from school and have a letter waiting.  I still love pretty stationery supplies and receiving letters via "snail mail". I still love to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Paper Crafts Tagged With: envelopes

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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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