A Spoonful of Sugar

Make. Bake. Create.

Menu
  • Home
  • About
    • About Us
    • Press
    • FAQ
    • Disclosure Policy
    • Contact Us
  • Crafts
    • Crochet
    • DIY
    • Embroidery/Cross stitch
    • Gift Wrapping
    • Knitting
    • Miscellaneous
    • Paper Crafts
  • Holidays
    • New Year’s
    • Australia Day
    • Back to School
    • Valentines Day
    • Easter
    • ANZAC Day
    • Mother’s Day
    • Father’s Day
    • Halloween
    • Christmas
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Bars & Slices
    • Bread & Pastries
    • Cakes
    • Cookies
    • Confectionery
    • Cupcakes & Muffins
    • Desserts
    • Drinks
    • Ice Cream
    • Jams/Preserves
    • Main Meals
  • Sewing
    • Sewing Tutorials
    • Quilting
    • Sewing & Quilting Patterns
  • Family
    • Back to School
    • Family Fun
    • Our Home
    • Parenting
    • Travel
  • Shop
    • Pattern Store
    • Etsy Store

Sewing with Scraps

May 18, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

How to Sort Your ScrapsWhen Sewing and Quilting on a Budget it is important you make good use of your scraps. Quilting cotton is expensive and when you make a quilt top or other sewing project, there is usually various sized pieces left over. It … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: fabric, organise, pdf pattern, pdf sewing pattern, scrap buster, scraps, sewing, sewing room

Pocketful of Sunshine Bag

May 14, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Introducing the Pocketful of Sunshine Bag. This little cutie is constructed with a low volume exterior fabric which lets the brightly coloured divided pocket and lining shine. It is a happy and cheerful make, and the perfect afternoon … [Read more...]

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

Maple Leaf Quilt Block

May 9, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Introducing our latest Foundation Paper Piecing Quilt Block Pattern - the Maple Leaf Quilt Block. Like all of our FPP Quilt blocks, this one comes in a variety sizes. Five sizes in fact - 2 inches, 3 inches, 4 inches, 5 inches and 6 inches.The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing Tagged With: foundation paper piecing, fpp, mini quilt, patchwork, quilt block, scrap sewing, sewing

Mills and Stars Quilt Block

May 3, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Our latest addition to the Foundation Paper Piecing range is the Mills and Stars Foundation Paper Piecing Quilt Block. This traditional block is also known as the Vintage Kite block. It is a really fun block to create and perfect for using your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: foundation paper piecing, fpp, mini quilt, mini quit block, pdf pattern, pdf sewing pattern, quilt, quilt block, scrap buster, sewing

Sewing and Quilting on a Budget

April 25, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

With the current cost of living crisis, most families are doing it tough and there often isn't a lot of money left over for hobbies and non-essential supplies. However with some planning and creativity, it is easy to find more economical ways to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: budget, budget friendly, information, quilting, save money, sewing, tips

10 Gifts to Sew for Mother’s Day

April 22, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate the important women in your life - Mothers, Grandmothers, Aunts, Sisters, Daughters, Friends and Mentors. Giving the gift of handmade is extra special as the investment of your time really shows someone you care. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mother's Day, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gifts to sew, Mothers Day, sewing pattern, sewing tutorial

Eco Shopper Bag

April 15, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

It is handy to have a few foldable grocery sacks in your handbag for when you call into the supermarket on you way home from work to pick up a few items. My latest pattern, the Eco Shopper, is inspired by the old style plastic shopping bag. It has a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, eco friendly, French seams, grocery bag, market bag, sack, shopping bag

Windmill Quilt Block

April 10, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Introducing our latest foundation paper piecing pattern - the Windmill Quilt Block. This block creates movement with its windmill blades and works well when used in a quilt, mini quilt, pillow, table runner, pouch, bag, or more!In my 3 inch … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: beginner quilt block, foundation paper piecing, fpp, mini quilt block, pdf sewing pattern, quilt block, scrap buster

Easter Sewing Ideas

April 1, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

There is something very special about including handmade items in your Easter decorating. One of a kind handmade projects add a lovely touch to your Easter table. I have assembled a roundup of Easter sewing projects that can be easily made in an hour … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Sewing Tagged With: coaster, Easter, easter table, holiday, mugrug, sewing, sewing pattern, sewing tutorial, tutorial

Splendid Star Table Topper

March 28, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Have you made a project using equilateral triangles? The Splendid Star Table Topper is a great place to start if you are new to sewing triangles together. This table topper can be easily constructed in an afternoon. For this project I used sweet … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Easter, equilateral triangle, hexagon, pdf sewing pattern, sewing, table runner, table topper, triangle

Twisted Square Quilt Block

March 26, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Introducing our latest Foundation Paper Piecing Quilt Block - the Twisted Square. This clever block can be quickly and accurately constructed using the foundation paper piecing technique. I made this blocks in a monochromatic style, alternating low … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: foundation paper piecing, fpp, patchwork, pdf pattern, quilt block, quilting, sewing

Easter Gift Bag

March 12, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

After a busy work week, I love to escape to my sewing room for an hour or so on the weekend to work on a project. I only have time for quick projects these days but there is something very satisfying to have a completed project at the end of an hour … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: drawstring bag, gift bag, mini drawstring gift bag, sewingpattern

« Previous Page
Next Page »
  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Threads
  • TikTok
SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER
×

Categories

Archives

PURCHASE PDF PATTERNS

We offer over 100 affordable PDF sewing patterns available for download from our store website or Etsy store. Each pattern includes detailed instructions, numerous photos, and templates.

WEB STORE ETSY STORE

Instagram

The Handy Drawstring Pouch continues to be one of The Handy Drawstring Pouch continues to be one of your absolute favourites — and it’s easy to see why. It’s beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, wonderfully scrap‑friendly, &  always turns into the sweetest giftable make. This pattern comes in three sizes — I’ve stitched the small and medium here in the beautiful Tilda Songbird collection.Comment HANDY for the pattern link. Handy Drawstring Pouch pattern is available in our pattern store.Fabric: Tilda Songbird with thanks to @tilda_australia#handydrawstringpouch #tildafabric #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A tiny hack that makes this little pouch even swee A tiny hack that makes this little pouch even sweeter. I love using coloured hair elastics as a quick closure — they’re gentle on the fabric, easy to match to your project, and such a fun way to finish the Mini Treat Pouch. It’s a beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly make that comes together quickly and is perfect for gifting. Comment TREAT for a link to the pattern in our pattern store. Fabric: Songbird by Tilda.#scrapfriendlysewing #quicksewingproject #tildasongbird #handmadegiftidea #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
Turning Songbird fabric into something sweet. This Turning Songbird fabric into something sweet. This Mini Drawstring Treat Pouch is beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, and the perfect little gift for someone who loves handmade touches. It’s a lovely way to use your favourite leftovers — and such a satisfying make from start to finish.Comment TREAT for a link to the pattern in our pattern store. Fabric: Songbird by Tilda. Thank you to @tilda_australia for the fabric support.#tildasongbird #scrapfriendlysewing #quicksewingproject #handmadegiftidea #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
The Handy Drawstring Pouch has been having a big m The Handy Drawstring Pouch has been having a big moment this week — and it’s no surprise why. Makers love a project that’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, quick to sew, and gift‑ready… and this little pouch ticks every box.From sewing rooms to travel bags to handmade gifts, it’s one of our most popular patterns ever, and I’ve loved seeing all the beautiful versions you’ve been stitching.Swipe through to see why makers keep coming back to this sweet, clever design — and why it’s the perfect weekend make if you’re looking for something fun and satisfying.The pattern is available in my Pattern Store and Etsy shop. Comment HANDY and I’ll send the link straight to you.The cover fabric is the newly released Tilda Songbird.#handydrawstringpouch #easypouchpattern
#scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject #quicksewingmake @tilda_australia
A sweet little make for Valentine’s Day ❤️ This Lo A sweet little make for Valentine’s Day ❤️ This Love Tag is stitched from felt, fabric and ribbon scraps — quick, beginner‑friendly, and such a lovely way to personalise a gift.This version features the beautiful Liberty Gifts from the Garden florals, and I’ll show you the simple steps from cutting to finishing.If you’d like the free pattern, comment TAG and I’ll send it straight to you.#sewingproject #scrapbusting #valentinesewing #libertyfabric #sewingtutorial @regent_street_fabrics
A colourful little project that’s as practical as A colourful little project that’s as practical as it is pretty. The Dresden Needlebook is beginner friendly, scrap friendly, and wonderfully quick to sew — the perfect little gift‑ready make. It keeps your needles, pins, scissors, and notions organised with a felt page, two pockets, and a secure snap closure. Ideal for sewing on the go or adding a sweet handmade touch to a friend’s sewing kit.Pattern of the Week — 25% off. Comment NEEDLEBOOK for a link to the pattern. #sewingonthego #scrapfriendlysewing #quicksewingproject #handmadegiftsideas  #dresdenneedlebook
Follow on Instagram

Featured Pattern

Travel Sewing Kit Pattern

Featured Tutorial

Retro Drawstring Bag

Featured Recipe

Lemon Pound Cake

Connect

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Threads
  • TikTok
SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER
×

Popular Posts

  • Merry Little Christmas Sewing Projects
  • Charm Square Fabric Tray
  • Sew-In Tags: Your Complete Guide
  • Retro Drawstring Bag
  • Sew your Stash
  • Hexagon Fabric Tray
  • Favourite Uses for Fabric Tape

Copyright © 2026 Lisa. K. Cox - A Spoonful of Sugar