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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...]

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Top Halloween Sewing Projects

October 17, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Halloween is a great time to unleash your creativity and sew some spooky and fun projects for your home. Whether you want to make a cozy quilt, a festive pillow, a creepy garland, or a trick-or-treat bag, there are so many Halloween sewing projects … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: autumn, beginner friendly, fall, Halloween, holiday, holiday sewing, patchwork, pdf sewing pattern

Ghoster Coaster

October 15, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Coasters (or if you prefer mug rugs) are a great way to add a holiday decorating element and can be quickly made to suit the occasion. My latest Halloween sewing pattern is for the Ghoster Coaster - a spooky duo that featuring a low volume patchwork … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: coaster, ghost, Halloween, mug rug, pdf sewing pattern

Pretty Tissue Cosy

October 2, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Florals, gingham and lace are always a pretty combination. Spring has arrived so I made a pretty tissue cover to celebrate. I had this sweet Atsuko Matsuyama floral in my stash which combined perfectly with a floral ruffled trim with crochet edge … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials, Vintage Haberdashery Tagged With: sewing, sewing tutorials, vintage haberdashery

Halloween Patchwork Pumpkin Coaster

September 27, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

With Halloween just around the corner, now is the time to get busy with sewing Halloween projects for your home. One idea to add some Halloween magic to your table, is making a set of Halloween coasters/mug rugs.Using orange and grey/black … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Halloween, patchwork, sew for home, sewing pattern

Tilda Puff Pouch

September 18, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I recently had the opportunity to sew with the new release range of Tilda fabric, Windy Days. It is a gorgeous fabric collection celebrating autumn. The colour palette is lovely - pinks, teal, mustard, grey, and blue. I can't resist buttons and this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, pdf pattern, pouch, puff pouch, Tilda, Tilda Windy Days

Halloween Hexie Garden Pouch

September 14, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Halloween Style Hexie Garden Pouch is perfectly sized to hold an assortment of treats this Halloween. Gather your favourite orange and black fabrics to construct this sweet drawstring pouch. Featuring a rounded bottom, a side gusset, and the ability … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, English paper piecing, EPP, Halloween, hexie, pouch

Patchwork Pumpkin Mug Rug

September 12, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

In these unprecedented times, never has it been more important to achieve a work life balance. Activities that promote mindfulness are so important for us in maintaining good mental health. I work full time in a busy demanding role so I strive to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: coaster, fall, gifts for the home, Halloween, mug rug, patchwork, pumpkin, thanksgiving

Patchwork Pumpkin Coaster

September 5, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Patchwork Pumpkin Coaster or mugrug is a beginner friendly sewing project that can be easily made in a couple of hours. Coasters are the perfect way to add some seasonal fun to her home and are a good way to use your favourite fabric scraps. I had so … [Read more...]

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Dresden Mat

August 26, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I love afternoon tea celebrations with friends - it is always a good excuse to use my favourite vintage china, including this special cup, saucer and plate that my Nan gave me when I was 12. Pretty china deserves pretty placemats such as this Dresden … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: dresden plate, mugrug, placemat, sew, sewing pattern, Tilda

Cat Coaster

August 22, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

I recently received a pre-release bundle of the new Tilda fabric collection, Windy Days from 2 Green Zebras. Inspired by autumn days, the fabric features leaves, wind, flowers, umbrella's and more in lovely hues of camel. coral. grey, teal. and blue. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing pattern, cat lover, coaster, pdf sewing pattern, sewing pattern

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One little pouch, endless possibilities! ✨ Tonight One little pouch, endless possibilities! ✨ Tonight I’m filling mine with beauty minis, sewing notions, and even Easter eggs 🐣. What would you tuck inside yours? Save this idea for your next handmade gift!”Comment MINI for a link to the pattern.Mini Drawstring Gift Bag Pattern is available in our pattern store and etsy shop.#minidrawstringbag #beginnersewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingcommunity #giftstosew
A tiny project that makes a big difference in your A tiny project that makes a big difference in your sewing room. Perfect for chargers, earbuds, sewing cords and all those little tangly bits. Comment CORD for the free pattern.Free Pattern: Cord Cosy Sewing Pattern#sewingtutorial #scrapbustingsewing #sewingorganisation #freepatternfriday #aspoonfulofsugardesigns--
A tiny hack that makes the cutest Bunny Coaster ta A tiny hack that makes the cutest Bunny Coaster tail — pompom trim! It’s quick, sweet, and adds the perfect little pop of texture to your spring makes.Comment BUNNY and I’ll send you the link to our Bunny Coaster pattern. It’s a favourite for Easter crafting and is available in both our Pattern Store and Etsy shop.Happy spring stitching! 🌸🐰✨#bunnycoaster #eastersewing #springsewing  #sewinghack  #sewistsofinstagram
This little Dice Bag does so much more than hold d This little Dice Bag does so much more than hold dice. Flat base, four mesh pockets, reversible design… it’s one of those clever makes you’ll use again and again.Comment DICE for the pattern link — it’s our Pattern of the Week, so it’s 25% off for the next few days.  Pattern Details: Dice and Drawstring Bag Sewing Pattern#dicebag #beginnersewing #drawstringpouch #sewingcommunity #dungeonsanddragonsdice
Small sewing projects are my favourite — quick to Small sewing projects are my favourite — quick to make, scrap‑friendly, and so handy around the sewing room. This little project is perfect for organising your tools, gifting, or keeping your supplies tidy on the go. Originally designed as a dice bag, this little pouch has so many other uses!If you love practical makes that sew up fast and get used again and again, this one’s for you.Comment DICE and I’ll send you the pattern link. This is our Pattern of the Week, so save 25% off this week only.Save this for your next weekend sewing session. ✨Pattern Details: Dice and Drawstring Bag Sewing Pattern (Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop)Fabric: Tilda Jubilee range, with thanks to @tilda_australia#dicebag #sewingpattern #drawstringpouch #quicksew #beginnersewing
🍀 Feeling lucky? 🌈 Or just craving a pop of colour 🍀 Feeling lucky? 🌈 Or just craving a pop of colour? Here are some bright, happy projects to sew — perfect for St Patrick’s Day or any day you want a rainbow moment. Save this for later ✨ All patterns are available in my shop.  #sewingprojects #sewinginspiration #rainbowsewing #stpatricksdaycrafts #sewingpatterns
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