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Luma Bucket

August 10, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Meet the Luma Bucket – A Modern Fabric Organiser in Two SizesI’m so excited to introduce my newest sewing pattern, the Luma Bucket. This modern fabric organiser is designed to bring colour, charm, and practicality to your sewing room, workspace, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: basket, beginner-friendly, bucket, foundation paper piecing, fpp, sewing room, star, storage

Teach Kids to Sew

July 25, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Sewing is a wonderful skill for children — creative, calming, confidence‑building, and endlessly fun. Whether you’re looking for a screen‑free holiday activity or a way to spend time together, teaching kids to sew is a rewarding experience for the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner, children, kids, teaching, teaching kids to sew, teens

The Giftable Pouch Duo: Two Bright, Cheerful Makes for Every Occasion

June 12, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Handmade gift bags have a special kind of magic. They turn even the simplest present into something thoughtful, personal, and beautifully crafted. Whether you’re gifting chocolates, jewellery, small toys, self‑care treats, or sewing notions, a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing, bundle, drawstring bag, pouch, scrap buster, sewing, sewing pattern

The Art of Small Makes: Why 1–2 Hour Projects Spark Creativity

June 11, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Small Makes MatterThere’s something magical about a small sewing project. It’s quick, it’s joyful, and it gives you that instant spark of accomplishment we all crave. In a world where our days feel full and our to‑do lists even fuller, 1–2 hour … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: beginner sew, creativity, quick sew, sewing, small projects, tewing tips

Quadra Pouch – Tilda Edition (Beginner‑Friendly & Scrap‑Friendly)

May 22, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Thank you so much for the wonderful reception to the Quadra Pouch launch last month— I’m absolutely thrilled that you’re loving this pattern as much as I do. It’s been so lovely seeing your makes, messages, and excitement. This little pouch has … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing, drawstring bag, pouch, scrap sewing, sewing pattern, Tilda, Tilda Wallflower

Tilda Something Blue – Sewing Inspiration & Project Ideas

May 21, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Tilda Something Blue Fabric RangeTilda’s Something Blue fabric range is a beautiful celebration of classic blue and white design. Designer Tone Finnanger has long collected blue and white pottery in all shapes and sizes, and she loves the way the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing, free pattern, scrap friendly, sewing pattern, Tilda, Tilda SOmething Blue

Why You’ll Want to Sew these Pyramid Weights

May 21, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Why You’ll Want to Sew These Pyramid WeightsSome projects are tiny, quick, and surprisingly useful — and these little Pyramid Weights are exactly that. I’ve been sewing a fresh batch this week using the beautiful Something Blue collection by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: beginner sewing, free pattern, gift to sew, quick sew, scrap buster, scrap sewing, sewing tutorial

What To Do With Selvedges (and Why I Save Every One)

May 11, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

If you’ve been sewing for a while, you’ve probably noticed that the humble selvedge (or selvage if you’re in the US) has quietly become a little treasure in the scrap‑sewing world. Those tiny printed edges — once trimmed off and tossed aside — are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Hints and Tips Tagged With: drawstring bag, fabric, fabric scraps, pouch, scraps, selvages, selvedges

Tips for Threading a Needle

April 25, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Threading a needle is one of those tiny sewing tasks that can feel surprisingly fiddly — especially if you’re tired, working with fine thread, or dealing with a small needle eye. Whether you’re hand‑sewing, quilting, or repairing a hem, a smoothly … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Hints and Tips Tagged With: beginner sewist, hand sewing, hints, needles, sewing room, sewing tips, thread

The Quadra Pouch: A Beginner‑Friendly, Scrap‑Friendly Project You’ll Sew Again and Again

April 21, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The Quadra Pouch is one of those patterns that instantly becomes a favourite in your sewing room. It’s quick to make, fun to personalise, and endlessly useful — whether you’re sewing for yourself, organising your craft supplies, or making sweet … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, pouch, quadra, scrap friendly, sewing pattern

Pretty Handmade Gifts for Women: 15 Lovely Projects to Sew

April 16, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Pretty Handmade Gifts for Women: 15 Lovely Projects to SewThere’s something so special about giving (and receiving) a handmade gift. Whether it’s for Mother’s Day, a birthday, Christmas, an anniversary, or simply a “thinking of you” moment, a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Mother's Day, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Valentines Day Tagged With: beginner sewing, birthday, gift guide, gifts, gifts to sew, handmade, Mothers Day, sewing patterns

Inside the Makers Caddy: Pretty, Practical Storage for Every Sewing Space

April 11, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

If you love sewing projects that are both beautiful and genuinely useful, the Makers Caddy is one of those patterns that quickly becomes a favourite. It’s the kind of project that feels approachable for any skill level, uses small cuts of fabric you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Room Tagged With: basket, caddy, organisation, organise, sewing pattern, sewing room

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🎀 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
#sewingroomorganization
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
#bagmaking #drawstringbag
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
From a simple hexie flower to a sweet drawstring p From a simple hexie flower to a sweet drawstring pouch!This beginner-friendly project combines a little English Paper Piecing with simple sewing to create the perfect gift, project pouch, or scrap-friendly make.💬 Comment GARDEN and I'll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Hexie Garden Pouch ( available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop).#hexiegardenpouch #englishpaperpiecing #eppsewing #pouchpattern #beginnersewing
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