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Star Table Runner

January 16, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

I love the new Tilda fabric range, Cotton Beach, which will be released on 1 February 2022. The fabric has sea motifs, including a lovely large scale coral print in four colourways, which was perfect for my new table runner design. The Star Table … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: home decor, Ohio star, patchwork, quilt, star, table runner, Tilda, Tilda Cotton Beach

Sewing Tool Pouch

January 8, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Is it just me, or do you like starting the New Year with new stationery supplies? I like to start the new year organised so have treated myself to new stationery supplies. This meant I needed a new pouch to keep them close at hand in my sewing studio … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: pouch, rotary cutter sewing tool pouch, sewing room, Tilda, Tilda Cotton Beach

Cotton Reel Coaster

January 4, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I always have a drink on hand when I am "working" in my sewing studio - generally tea or iced water. I worry about staining/marking my delicates fabrics if I leave any moisture on my cutting mat or sewing desk. To solve this problem I designed a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas DIY, coaster, cotton reel, Etsy, gifts to sew, mug rug, pdf sewing pattern, vintage

Mermaid Pouch

January 3, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

I made this Mermaid Pouch with the lovely Tilda Cotton Beach collection (due to be released on February 1). Featuring shells and sea anemones, it makes a sweet little drawstring bag. I love the gorgeous shades of green and gold in the fabrics I have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, drawstring pouch, hexie garden pouch, Tilda, Tilda Cotton Beach

Best of 2021

December 29, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

2021 has been another year filled with a mix of highs and lows, challenges and opportunities. I have found that crafty pursuits such as sewing and crochet have helped me with mindfulness and learning new skills, and were a welcome reprieve from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Etsy, pdf sewing pattern, scrap buster, sewing

Christmas House Pouch

December 16, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I have given the Zippered House Pouch a Christmas makeover in this Christmas House Pouch. I raided my button collection to find just the right festive buttons. I added Christmas light button/charms from my stash. Festive and fun - I love how it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas, gift wrapping, gifts to sew, pouch, zipper

Mini Holiday House

November 28, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Family and Home are the two most important important ingredients for a wonderful Christmas. I have bought these two elements together in my latest sewing pattern - Mini Holiday House. Featuring a colourful roof, linen base and hand stitching, these … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas decorations, Christmas DIY, Christmas ornaments, Christmas table, gift topper, holiday, house, sewing pattern

Christmas Flower Pouch

November 24, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

There is still plenty of time to make a batch of Christmas Flower Pouches for the holidays. Fabric gift bags are an eco-friendly alternative to gift wrap and it is like giving two gifts in one! My most popular pattern this year has been the Flower … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: eco-friendly, flower power pouch, gift bag, Holidays, pouch, sewing

Sewing Tool Pouch

November 22, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Rotary Cutter Sewing Tool Pouch is not just for rotary cutters. It also perfect for spectacles, pens, marking tools, point turners/chopsticks, and more. It is a fun pouch to make and it a great project to practice applying bias binding to enclose the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, pdf sewing pattern, pouch, rotary cutter, sewing tools

Rotary Cutter Sewing Tool Pouch

November 20, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

It is no secret that I love to combine my favourite scraps to create one of a kind projects so no scrap goes unwasted. In my latest pattern, I have combined all my cheery sunny yellow fabric pieces into a handy rotary cutter sewing tool pouch. This … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Etsy, patchwork, pdf pattern, pdf sewing pattern, pouch, scrap buster, scraps, zakka

Farmhouse Pumpkin Placemat

November 10, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

I love decorating my table for holidays to make our family celebrations more special. When we lived in USA we celebrated Thanksgiving with friends. Even though we don't celebrate Thanksgiving her in Australia, I still enjoy making pumpkin pie and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: coaster, fall, Halloween, holiday, mugrug, placemat, pumpkin, sewing pattern, thanksgiving

Love Needle Case

October 24, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Love Needle Case is our latest sewing project design. I designed this especially for sewists, to have a pretty and practical place to stow your needles, pins, etc when sewing on the go. It was designed to use all of those orphan pre-cuts that you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: gifts to sew, heart, needle book, needle case, pdf sewing pattern, sewing kit

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Drawstrings are such a small detail, but they make Drawstrings are such a small detail, but they make a big difference. The cord you choose can completely change the look and feel of your handmade bags — from soft and pretty to sturdy and structured.I love using Japanese cords for their beautiful colours and smooth finish, but you’ll also find great options at your local sewing, quilt, or craft store. I usually buy cords that are 2–4 mm thick (0.08 - 0.16 inches thick) and pick up 2–3 yards/metres at a time so I always have some on hand.Save this post for your next project, and comment DRAWSTRING for a link to some of my favourite drawstring patterns.#drawstringbag #sewingprojects #sewingcommunity #sewingtips #handmadebags
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
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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
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