As you know, we love to dabble in a wide range of crafts here at A Spoonful of Sugar headquarters - sewing, quilting, paper crafts, knitting etc. We don't tend to do a lot of DIY home decorating projects as we don't have access to a workshop or have … [Read more...]
Mud Hen Bars
Sarah wanted to bake a sweet treat and came across a recipe for Mud Hen Bars. They have an intriguing name but really filled the brief. They consist of a vanilla cookie base, a chocolate chip and marshmallow centre, and are topped with a delicious … [Read more...]
Fathers Day Project Ideas
With Australian's celebrating Father's Day on September 2 this year, it is time to get started on some Father's Day projects for the Dad's and Granddad's in your life! Here is a round-up of 10 Project Ideas for Father's Day (or Christmas gifts for … [Read more...]
{Book Reviews} Heart Felt Holidays and Crochet Garden
We have two fabulous titles for felt and yarn lovers this week.Heart-Felt Holidays: 40 Festive Felt Projects to Celebrate the Seasons by Kathy Sheldon and Amanda Carestio, is bought to you by the authors of the highly popular Fa la la la Felt. It … [Read more...]
Framed Family Picture
Gift Dad a favourite family photo for Father's Day. Pictured is a family photo of mine taken in 1970. You can see that I come from a crafty family - Mum made the dresses that my sister and I are wearing, and knitted my brother's cardigan. Find a … [Read more...]
Golf Towel {Tutorial}
My Dad is a keen golfer and plays a couple of times per week. Golf accessories are always a great gift idea for him - as we know they will be put to good use! If you are looking for a gift idea for your Dad for Father's Day, this is a fun project … [Read more...]
{Book Reviews} The 150 Healthiest Slow Cooker Recipes, and Sweet Bitesize Bakes
We have two fabulous titles this week for the home cook.The 150 Healthiest Slow Cooker Recipes on Earth, by Jonny Bowden and Jeannette Bessinger is a great resource for family meals. During the winter months, our Slow Cooker is well used, but we are … [Read more...]
Patchwork Coasters
As Father's Day is only a little over 3 weeks away for Aussie Dad's, we will be sharing a series of Tutorials/Gift Ideas over the coming weeks to give you some inspiration! If it isn't Father's Day in your part of the world, the ideas can be used to … [Read more...]
