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75th Post – Giveaway Time!!

September 26, 2008 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 153 Comments

Sarah and I have been incredibly lucky over the past 6 months of blogging and have won some beautiful giveaways. This week, we received some lovely goodies from Kathryn, Our Shabby Cottage - a gorgeous handbag door stop, a shabby chic starter kit, … [Read more...]

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Camp, Inventions and Belts

September 23, 2008 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 42 Comments

Last week I made a belt to go with my new shorts which I bought to wear on school camp. The design I used was simple but effective. I used a black spotted fabric from Spotlight.This year I entered the Western Australian Inventor of the Year Schools … [Read more...]

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Mixed Bag

September 19, 2008 By Spoonful of Sugar - 62 Comments

Thanks to everyone for their get well wishes. I am pleased to report that I am well again but am counting down to two weeks leave from work in a weeks time while the kids are on school holidays.Today I completed "Tickled Pink" a bag designed by … [Read more...]

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Life has been pretty quiet around here….

September 10, 2008 By Spoonful of Sugar - 46 Comments

.......literally! I have been trying to shake a cold over the past week and a few days ago it turned into laryngitis! Very frustrating not being able to speak..... thankfully my voice is on its way back and has gone from a whisper to a croak. As a … [Read more...]

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Sacagawea and Baking

September 6, 2008 By Spoonful of Sugar - 47 Comments

During the week I found out that over the next term my extension group will be doing a "Night of the Notables". We have to research a notable person, write a biography on them, and set up a learning display. On the night, we have to dress up as our … [Read more...]

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Tutorial: Passport Protector

August 30, 2008 By Spoonful of Sugar - 68 Comments

I have made up a Passport Protector out of the Garden Party fabric by Anna Maria Horner.You can download the tutorial here.You can find the tutorial here. There is also a link in the sidebar.Posted by Lisa … [Read more...]

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Waiting for Spring..

August 28, 2008 By Spoonful of Sugar - 39 Comments

During a walk in my lunch break this week, I discovered a fabulous gift shop Giraffe Home Garden Giftware that sells handcrafted items from around the world - Africa, Asia, Europe. I treated myself to these gorgeous little Matryoshka dolls that now … [Read more...]

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Muffins and Magnets

August 25, 2008 By Spoonful of Sugar - 35 Comments

This week, I have been busy making these cute little canvas magnets based on tutorial from How About Orange. You should check out her blog, she makes some cool stuff! Mum and I covered ours with scrapbooking paper (using Mod Podge of course)  instead … [Read more...]

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Farmers Market

August 18, 2008 By Spoonful of Sugar - 70 Comments

My order of Farmers Market from the Fat Quarter Shop arrived today! I love the bright summery colours and have loads of projects in mind for this fabric. In fact, I put some of it to good use already in these sweet little yo yo’s I am making.I am … [Read more...]

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Happy Mail!

August 13, 2008 By Spoonful of Sugar - 48 Comments

This week we have received some happy mail! First up, we finally received our pincushions from Darlene of Quilting Daze as part of Linda - All Stitched Up -  pincushion swap. The pincushions got delayed in Melbourne by Australian customs, but have … [Read more...]

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Osnaburg Love!

August 10, 2008 By Spoonful of Sugar - 76 Comments

According to Wikipedia, "Osnaburg was a coarse type of plain textile fabric, named for the city of Osnabrück . Originally made from flax yarns, it has been made from either flax, tow or jute yarns". I recently bought some Osnaburg from Lincraft and … [Read more...]

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Cooking and Crafting..

August 5, 2008 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 58 Comments

Thanks you for all your wonderful comments about the cookbook project! It has been very exciting to be involved in a cookbook – so far 10 of my recipes have been styled and photographed, with another 8 being done this week. I have learnt some great … [Read more...]

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Sharing a new Quadra Pouch sewn in the upcoming Ti Sharing a new Quadra Pouch sewn in the upcoming Tilda Village Life collection. The same floral blender print appears in burgundy, ochre, teal and blue, giving each corner its own pretty moment.The Quadra has a clever flat base, folds completely flat between uses, and comes in three beginner‑friendly sizes. Such a handy little make.Comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch — available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#tildavillagelife #quadrapouch #drawstringpouch #sewingpattern
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✨ Small festive touches make handmade feel special ✨ Small festive touches make handmade feel special.This Mini Treat Pouch is quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for gifting — especially when you add sweet details like stitched tags, ribbon trims, elastic loops, or wooden buttons.A tiny Christmas project that’s endlessly customisable and always fun to make.Comment TREAT for the pattern link.
Available in my Pattern Store + Etsy Shop.Fabric: Tilda Merry Little Christmas with thanks to @ tilda_australia#christmassewing #minitreatpouch #scrapfriendlysewing #giftbagpattern
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I’ve been sewing with the upcoming Tilda Village L I’ve been sewing with the upcoming Tilda Village Life collection, and couldn’t resist making a Quadra Pouch using all four floral blender colourways —burgundy, teal, ochre and blue. The small scale florals are perfect for small makes.The Quadra Pouch comes in three sizes, stands tall, and has a clever flat base with no boxed corners. I added a satin drawstring and a sew‑in tag for a sweet finish. They’re perfect for sewing supplies, gifts, or travel essentials.If you’d like the pattern link, comment QUADRA and I’ll send it straight through.
Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric: Tilda Village Life (available 1 October) with thanks to @tilda_AustraliaPattern: Quadra Pouch (3 Sizes) - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop#quadrapouch #tildavillagelife #tildafabric #ilovetilda #2greenzebras
Meet the Quadra Pouch — a clever flat‑base design Meet the Quadra Pouch — a clever flat‑base design that comes in three super‑useful sizes. Beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for
showing off pretty prints.I stitched this pouch in the upcoming Tilda Village Life collection, using the same floral in burgundy, ochre, teal and blue. Each corner is different, which makes the whole pouch feel extra special.Want the pattern link?
Comment QUADRA and I’ll send it straight through.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch Sewing Pattern (3 Sizes)Fabric Credit: Tilda Village Life - available 1 October with thanks to @tilda_australia#quadrapouch #tildavillagelife #tildafabric #sewingpattern #ilovetilda
A quick, satisfying make for your weekend ✂️ This A quick, satisfying make for your weekend ✂️
This Easy Hexagon Trivet comes together in minutes — no binding, straight seams, and a very pleasing turn‑through moment.Perfect for charm packs, leftover 10" squares, or your favourite scraps.Comment TRIVET for the pattern link.Pattern Details: Easy Hexagon Trivet & Coasters — available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#easysewingproject #scrapsewing #beginnersewing #sewingreels #weekendsewing
A beautiful, captivating read by local author Tess A beautiful, captivating read by local author Tess Woods inspired this sweet little Heart Bookmark. I adored the way The Cairo Bridal Shop wove together family, secrets, and sisterhood — it’s one of those
stories that stays with you long after you close the cover. If you missed my book review, check my previous post.This tiny Heart Bookmark is scrap‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for book lovers or handmade gift‑givers.Comment BOOKMARK for the free Pattern or click on the link in my bio.Save this for when you are looking for quick handmade gift ideas.#freesewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing #handmadegifts #bookloversofinstagram #sewingcommunity
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