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{Book Review} Quilt Improv

March 29, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

Quilt Improv - Incredible Modern Quilts from Everyday Inspirations  - by Lucie Summers, is a bright, appealing book that guides you through the process of making contemporary, improvisational quilts. If you have ever wanted to try your hand at making … [Read more...]

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Triangle Quilt (Part 2)

March 28, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

I have been working on my Triangle Quilt, using Mormor Fabric, over the past couple of weeks. You can see the initial stages of this quilt over here. I have been asked by some readers to share more of the process so here is an update on where I am up … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quilting

9 Activities to do During Earth Hour – March 29 @ 8.30 pm

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

Saturday, 29 March at 8.30 pm is Earth Hour. We are big supporters of Earth Hour which was founded in Sydney in 2007 and has now grown to include 7001 cities and 152 nations. Supporters turn off their lights for an hour to remind the world of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family Fun Tagged With: Earth Hour

Easter Flower Centrepiece

March 27, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Now the weather is finally cooling down, we have been buying a few plants for our garden. When I was at the garden centre last week, I spotted some little pots of colourful flowers for under $2.00. I thought they would make a sweet Easter gift or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter Tagged With: flowers, gifts, table setting

Carrot Muffin Recipe

March 26, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 12 Comments

Carrot Muffins are a delicious and healthy treat. We are always on the look out for  recipes that are great for lunch boxes and aren't too sweet. We love to bake on the weekends and then freeze the results. Pop a frozen muffin in the lunch box in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cupcakes & Muffins Tagged With: carrot

Lime and Mint Ice Cubes

March 23, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

Our mint plant is going crazy and we have more mint that we know what to do with. We have been freezing  mint to use throughout the year. (Check out our How to Freeze Mint post for all the details). When a friend recently gave us a pile of limes, we … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Drinks Tagged With: lime, mint

DIY: Transform an Old Wooden Chair (Part 1)

March 21, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

(Sponsored by White Knight Paints)A couple of weeks ago we had the bulk rubbish collection in our neighbourhood. Generally people seem to get rid of green waste, old white goods, outdated televisions, and broken bits and pieces. Every so often … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Our Home Tagged With: spray paint

Basil Butter

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

Our basil plant is growing well at the moment and we have an abundance of extra leaves. As we are now in mid autumn, we want to preserve some basil so we have some on hand during the winter months. We love the flavour of basil and it is especially … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Jams/Preserves, Recipes Tagged With: basil, herbs

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The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite wa The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite ways to use selvedges, curated strings, or leftover strips. With its striking diagonal panel and clever fold‑over casing, it’s a quick, satisfying sew that looks beautiful in any fabric combination.Here are three ways to make it — selvedges, patchwork strings, and solids — in two practical sizes. Save this post for your next scrap‑busting project.Comment SELVEDGE or SELVAGE  and I’ll send you the pattern link.#scrappystripspouch #beginnersewing #drawstringpouch #scrapbuster #stashsewing
It’s the little details that make a handmade pouch It’s the little details that make a handmade pouch feel polished and gift‑ready. The Quadra Pouch includes a sweet sew‑in tag and neat cord end caps — two tiny touches that elevate the whole project.Beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and available in three practical sizes. Comment QUADRA and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you.Fabric: Tilda Something Blue with thanks to @tilda_australiaPattern: Quadra Pouch available in our pattern store#sewingpattern #drawstringpouch #quadrapouch #tildasomethingblue #sewingdetails
The Quadra Pouch really comes to life in Tilda Som The Quadra Pouch really comes to life in Tilda Something Blue — each side shows off a different print, giving the pouch a fresh look from every angle. I made both a light and dark version, and I love how the four‑fabric construction creates such a pretty contrast.If you’d like to sew your own, the Quadra Pouch pattern (3 sizes) is available in both our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the link.Fabric: Tilda Something Blue — with thanks to @tilda_australia#quadrapouch #sewingproject #sewingpattern #tildafabrics #tildasomethingblue   
The sweetest little pouch for treats, notions, swa The sweetest little pouch for treats, notions, swaps, and tiny treasures ✨ The Mini Treat Pouch features a flat base, a handy back pocket, a fold‑over flap, and a clever elastic‑and‑button closure. It’s a quick, beginner‑friendly project and perfect for using your favourite fabric scraps. It also makes a lovely end‑of‑year teacher gift — just add chocolates, lip balm, or a gift card. Comment TREAT for a link to the pattern.  Pattern details: Mini Treat Pouch - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#sewingprojects #scrapsewing 
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If you’ve been looking for a quick, satisfying wee If you’ve been looking for a quick, satisfying weekend sew… this is the one I reach for again and again. The Handy Drawstring Pouch is my most‑made pattern for a reason — actually, three.✨ A clever flat base that stands tall. Perfect for storing sewing notions, gifting, travel, or organising drawers.✨ Folds completely flat.
Tucks away beautifully between uses and makes the sweetest flat‑pack gift.✨ Reversible + 3 sizes included.
Sew a coordinated set or mix your favourite scraps — it always turns out beautifully.If you want the link, just comment HANDY and I’ll send it straight to you. Happy sewing, friends.Pattern Detauls: Handy Drawstring Pouch - 3 sizes. Available in our Pattern Store.#sewingpattern #drawstringbag #sewingproject #scrapbusting #weekendsewing  
A tiny pyramid that does it all — a pattern weight A tiny pyramid that does it all — a pattern weight for your sewing table, a book weight for cosy reading, or a scented sachet for your drawers. Small, sweet, and so satisfying to sew. Comment PYRAMID for the free pattern.Fabric: Something Blue by Tilda
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