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Kids Craft: Decorated Candles and Matches – Mothers Day Project

April 17, 2010 By Spoonful of Sugar - 27 Comments

Emily asked me for some ideas for crafts for Mothers Day. One idea that can be easily adapted for kids is Decorated Candles and Matches.Here are some candles I decorated last year for a project I was working on. Simply wrap the candles with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Miscellaneous, Mother's Day, Uncategorized Tagged With: children's craft

Things that Inspire……

April 11, 2010 By Spoonful of Sugar - 33 Comments

Being part of this lovely blogging community of like minded people has given me so much inspiration over the past couple of years. It always puts a smile on my face to receive sweet comments, and I love how you all are so willing to share tips, … [Read more...]

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Rhubarb and Apple Jam

April 9, 2010 By Spoonful of Sugar - 35 Comments

You may have noticed that I am on a bit of a quest lately to make the perfect jam. So far I have made Strawberry Jam; Lemon Butter; Plum Jam and Nectarine Jam. I noticed on a blog recently that someone had made Rhubarb Jam (I was unable to locate the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Jams/Preserves Tagged With: apple, rhubarb

Happy Easter

April 4, 2010 By Spoonful of Sugar - 37 Comments

We hope that everyone had a very happy and enjoyable Easter with their families!Today we had our extended family over. Sarah and I did a lot of baking this morning, including some of our Easter favourites-Easter Cupcakes  - basic vanilla cupcakes … [Read more...]

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Knit One, Purl One

April 1, 2010 By Spoonful of Sugar - 19 Comments

My tutorials for the Knit One, Purl One projects (Knitting Journal, and Knitting Project Pouch) are now available over at QFD Creative.  We have placed a link in our side bar. Sarah, from QFD Creative, is also selling kits that include all  fabric, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Knitting

Japanese Cuteness at Kyoto General Store

March 31, 2010 By Spoonful of Sugar - 8 Comments

As you may have guessed, Sarah and I have a love of stationery items and accessories. We were in heaven during our recent family holiday to Japan as no-one does cute or kawaii quite like the Japanese! We are excited to discover that we can buy our … [Read more...]

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This week ….

March 30, 2010 By Spoonful of Sugar - 16 Comments

Sarah has been making some cards using Girl Friday papers from Cosmo Cricket for some upcoming birthdays. She was beyond thrilled to find out that there is now a co-ordinating fabric range, so I think there may be more Girl Friday projects in her … [Read more...]

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Last Minute Easter Projects

March 30, 2010 By Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

Fave Crafts  has published a free eBook with 19 Easter craft projects to decorate your home, give as gifts and just enjoy making! Sarah and I are thrilled that our Edible Easter Blooms arrangement has been included. You can find it over at Fave … [Read more...]

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This little Dice Bag does so much more than hold d This little Dice Bag does so much more than hold dice. Flat base, four mesh pockets, reversible design… it’s one of those clever makes you’ll use again and again.Comment DICE for the pattern link — it’s our Pattern of the Week, so it’s 25% off for the next few days.  Pattern Details: Dice and Drawstring Bag Sewing Pattern#dicebag #beginnersewing #drawstringpouch #sewingcommunity #dungeonsanddragonsdice
Small sewing projects are my favourite — quick to Small sewing projects are my favourite — quick to make, scrap‑friendly, and so handy around the sewing room. This little project is perfect for organising your tools, gifting, or keeping your supplies tidy on the go. Originally designed as a dice bag, this little pouch has so many other uses!If you love practical makes that sew up fast and get used again and again, this one’s for you.Comment DICE and I’ll send you the pattern link. This is our Pattern of the Week, so save 25% off this week only.Save this for your next weekend sewing session. ✨Pattern Details: Dice and Drawstring Bag Sewing Pattern (Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop)Fabric: Tilda Jubilee range, with thanks to @tilda_australia#dicebag #sewingpattern #drawstringpouch #quicksew #beginnersewing
🍀 Feeling lucky? 🌈 Or just craving a pop of colour 🍀 Feeling lucky? 🌈 Or just craving a pop of colour? Here are some bright, happy projects to sew — perfect for St Patrick’s Day or any day you want a rainbow moment. Save this for later ✨ All patterns are available in my shop.  #sewingprojects #sewinginspiration #rainbowsewing #stpatricksdaycrafts #sewingpatterns
A tiny detail that makes the whole pouch feel more A tiny detail that makes the whole pouch feel more polished. These little end caps keep the cords neat, tidy, and just that bit more elevated — such a sweet upgrade for the Flower Power Pouch.Comment FLOWER and I’ll send you the pattern link. Save this if you love small sewing hacks. ✂️🌸Pattern: Flower Power Pouch Sewing Pattern (available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop).#sewingproject #sewingpattern #beginnersewing #sewistsofinstagram #sewinglove
A tiny gift bag that always gets a big reaction ✨ A tiny gift bag that always gets a big reaction ✨ The Mini Drawstring Gift Bag is one of our most loved patterns — quick to sew, beginner friendly, scrap friendly, and perfect for gifting. This sweet version is sewn in Tilda Songbird and is such a fun little make. Comment MINI for the pattern link.Pattern: Mini Drawstring Gift Bag Sewing Pattern ( available in our Pattern Srore and Etsy Shop).Fabric: Tilda Songbird. Thanks to @tilda_australia#sewingpattern #drawstringbag #scrapsewing #beginnersewing #tildasongbird
Free Pattern: Cord CosyA sweet little cord cosy Free Pattern: Cord CosyA sweet little cord cosy you can sew in under an hour — beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and so handy for keeping chargers tidy. I stitched this one in Tilda fabrics from my stash, and it’s the perfect weekend make. Comment CORD for the free pattern.#tildafabric #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject #sewingtutorial #sewingreels
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