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Loyalty Card Wallet

February 6, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 22 Comments

Long time readers of our blog may remember one of our earlier tutorials, to make a Scrappy Loyalty Card Wallet (originally blogged here). I have had my loyalty card wallet in use since 2009 and it is now showing signs of wear so it was time for an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: wallet

Heart Cookies

February 5, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

There is no better way to spoil a loved one than through the gift of home baked and decorated cookies. Sarah made up a big batch of heart cookies, and decorated them with fondant, in lovely Neapolitan shades. Perfect for Valentines Day!Sarah has … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cookies, Valentines Day

Free Printable Valentine’s Cards

February 4, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

With Valentine's Day fast approaching, I wanted to let you know that Amy from Thank You Cards Shop has shared 18 free printable cards over on her blog.Amy has provided some ideas on how to use the cards, which are all available in three … [Read more...]

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Two Hearts

February 2, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

It is the little details that put a smile on my face. Two hearts hanging from the tree on my mantle...Simple.... but sweet:)Do you hang out over on Pinterest? Check out all the lovely Valentines Day projects and inspiration we have found and compiled … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Paper Crafts, Valentines Day

Fabric + Ribbon = Tissue Cover

February 1, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 14 Comments

It is my last day of summer holidays today before I head back to work tomorrow. With Christmas, family birthdays, our family holiday etc, I didn't get nearly as much sewing and crafting done as I had hoped. I have so many ideas of projects and quilts … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: gifts

Valentine Boxes

January 31, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

Decorating small gift boxes and match boxes with washi tape is a quick way to create Valentine boxes  -perfect for a special treats or gifts.  It also gave me a great excuse to get out some of my red/white Japanese washi tapes.I found some plain … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gift Wrapping, Valentines Day

How to Make a Pencil Case

January 14, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 108 Comments

With the new school year nearly upon us in Australia, I am making up a few easy zippered patchwork pencil cases. This is a great scrap buster project. The little zippered pouches can be used for all manner of things. Mine was sized to fit approx 6 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Back to School, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: bag, zipper

Vinyl Lettering

January 13, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

I am trying to start this year with a more organised approach to life. I have bought all the school supplies and covered all the school books. It was an easier process this year as I will only have one teen left at school. The other one will be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Miscellaneous Tagged With: cricut, vinyl

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🎁 Stop buying gift bags! Reusable fabric gift tot 🎁 Stop buying gift bags!Reusable fabric gift totes are a beautiful way to present gifts and become part of the gift itself.This All Seasons Gift Tote was sewn using Liberty's gorgeous Gifts from the Garden collection, filled with tiny strawberries, lemons and blossoms. I finished it with an appliqué patch and woven tag.These reusable totes are perfect for birthdays, Christmas, Mother's Day, teacher gifts and more, and can be enjoyed long after the gift has been opened.Pattern available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Comment SEASONS for a link. ✨#allseasonsgifttote #Libertygiftsfromthegarden #fabricgiftbag #handmadegifts #sewingproject @regent_street_fabrics
🎀 Why use gift wrap when you can sew a Ribbon Pouc 🎀 Why use gift wrap when you can sew a Ribbon Pouch?Featuring grommets and a ribbon closure, this beginner-friendly project is quick to sew and makes any small gift feel extra special. Best of all, the recipient can reuse it again and again.🧵 Beginner friendly
✨ Scrap friendly
🎁 Perfect for gifting
💕 No zipper requiredComment RIBBON and I'll send you the pattern link via DM.Fabric: Liberty tana lawn and white linen
Pattern: Ribbon Pouch (3 Sizes) available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#ribbonpouch #handmadegifts #beginnersewing #giftsewing #Libertyfabric
Beautiful storage doesn't have to be hidden away. Beautiful storage doesn't have to be hidden away.The Luma Bucket combines clean lines, practical storage, and timeless style, making it perfect for organizing sewing supplies, yarn, craft projects, or everyday essentials around the home. Available in two
sizes, it's a versatile project you'll reach for again and again.What will you fill your bucket with? Yarn, sewing supplies, or fabric scraps?Comment LUMA for a link to the pattern.✨ Fabric Details: Hastings Street Linen with thanks to
@devonstone_collection and @2greenzebras🧵 Pattern Details: Luma Bucket (2 Sizes) Pattern, available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#hastingstreetlinen #devonstonecollection #2greenzebras #lumabucket
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Why is the Handy Drawstring Pouch our most popular Why is the Handy Drawstring Pouch our most popular pattern?Available in 3 sizes, this clever design stands upright without bulky boxed corners, is fully reversible, and folds flat between uses. It's a practical project you'll find yourself sewing again and again for gifts, travel, sewing supplies, seasonal decorating, and everyday
organisation.For this Halloween version, I created patchwork panels using thirty 2" squares and fussy-cut favourite prints in shades of orange, citron, blue-grey, cream, brown, and black. It's a fun way to showcase special fabrics while creating something both beautiful and useful.✨ Swipe through to discover 5 reasons sewists love this pattern.🧵 Comment HANDY and I'll send you a link to the pattern.#aspoonfulofsugardesigns #handydrawstringpouch #sewingpattern
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Looking for a sweet way to package small gifts thi Looking for a sweet way to package small gifts this Christmas? 🎁The Mini Treat Pouch is a quick and beginner-friendly sewing project featuring a handy back pocket for a gift tag, a fold-over top, and a button closure to keep everything secure.Made here in cheerful Ruby Star Society Merry Happy fabrics, it's perfect for gift cards, chocolates, money gifts, and other small treasures.✨ Beginner friendly
 ✨ Scrap friendly
 ✨ Quick to sew
 ✨ Great for handmade giftingComment TREAT and I'll send you the link!#minitreatpouch #christmassewing #rubystarsociety #giftcardholder #handmadegifts
One pattern, endless possibilities! 🍂🎄 The free H One pattern, endless possibilities! 🍂🎄The free Holly Jolly Tree pattern can be stitched in harvest colours for autumn decorating or transformed into a festive Christmas tree using your favourite holiday fabrics.Swipe to see four completely different looks created from the same beginner-friendly pattern.Comment TREE and I'll send you the link to grab the free pattern.#hollyjollytree #freesewingpattern #holidaysewing #makersgonnamake #quicksewing
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