Sorry that it has been a bit quiet over here at "A Spoonful of Sugar". Due to a computer malfunction on DS's computer we had to re-load  a lot of software and updates again which used up most of our monthly broadband allowance - we are on strict … [Read more...]

We received this sweet penguin brooch from Hayley at REread. If you aren't familiar with this talented blogger you should head over to have a look at her blog and her etsy store. She turns tales into art by creating handmade brooches  from salvaged … [Read more...]

Today has got off to a fantastic start! Firstly Sarah and I treated ourselves to our very first professional manicares thanks to a gift voucher I was given through a loyalty program. We felt very pampered and we then arrived home to find two packages … [Read more...]

Sarah and I are always baking and love to give our home baked goodies to friends. Here is a quick method for a  gift bag - perfect for holding a stack of cookies or muffins. (We usually place the cookies in a clear cellophane bag first).Ikea stock a … [Read more...]

According to Wikepedia, a Snippet is a small piece of something. Here are a few Snippets from my week....CraftingI have been working on a few projects for a magazine. Here is a peak at one of the projects..ShoppingI couldn't pass up with lovely Kokka … [Read more...]

I am a big fan of the Australian Series of Master Chef. Mum and I watch it every night. I was inspired by the Scones they made in Master Class this week so made up a batch for my family (minus the dates!) -perfect for the wet and cold weekend we are … [Read more...]

Life has been very hectic this week with work, deadlines etc so I haven't had much time for crafting or blogging. As I don't have anything new to show you, I thought I would share another project that I made from Silver.Scented SachetsThese lavender … [Read more...]

IKEA is one of my favourite stores - I always manage to find something I can't live without. One of the most versatile items I have bought is the IKEA Ribba Frame. I used some recently for a project for Silver Magazine. I framed some pieces of scrap … [Read more...]

This week I have been most inspired by a new blog I discovered - Craft Hope. According to Jade, the founder,  "Craft Hope is a faith-based, love inspired project designed to share handmade crafts with those less fortunate. It is our hope to combine … [Read more...]

I love to bake with chocolate! This is what I have been making this week to take to school. First up another batch of my Best Ever Choc Chip Cookies. Here is the recipe Janelle as requested!250g butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract¼ cup brown … [Read more...]