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Peter Rabbit High Tea

April 6, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

We celebrated Easter with a Peter Rabbit inspired high tea for our extended family. I have always loved the timeless appeal of Peter Rabbit and enjoyed reading Beatrix Potters tales when I was a child and then again when my daughters were small. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Our Home Tagged With: high tea, party, Peter Rabbit

Zippered House Pouch

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

The Zippered House Pouch is a sweet, zakka style project which provides plenty of opportunity for you to add your own decorative touches to really make it your own. Featuring an exposed lace zipper, it can be easily constructed in an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: pdf pattern, pouch, zakka, zipper

Mushroom House Bag

March 29, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Gather your favourite polka dot fabrics, trims, buttons, beads, and fabric scraps - to create a one of a kind Mushroom House Pouch. There is plenty of opportunity for you to add your own special details.These Mushroom House Pouches are easy to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, drawstring, mushroom, pouch

Mushroom House Pouch

March 21, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

My latest pattern design is a sweet and whimsical Mushroom House Pouch which can be used to store small treasures, toys, sewing/craft supplies, or other small items. It can also be used as a gift bag - which is like giving two gifts in one! The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, gift bag, mushroom, polka dots, raw edge applique, sewing for children

Scrappy Carrot Bunting

March 7, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Decorating for Holidays is one of my favourite activities. Christmas is my favourite time of year but Easter is a close second. I have been busy making some home made touches to decorate our home for Easter. My latest pattern is Scrappy Carrot … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: carrots, Easter, felt, patchwork, raw edge applique, scrap buster

Easter Coaster Pattern

March 1, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Holidays are extra special with the addition of small handmade touches. My current sewing focus is our upcoming Easter holiday and making some pretty patchwork additions to our Easter decorating. My latest sewing pattern, Bunny Coaster, is a fun … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bunny coaster, Easter, easter table, gifts to sew, patchwork, pdf sewing pattern, quilt

Bunny Coaster

February 21, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

I love decorating my home for holidays. As summer is slowly coming to an end, I am starting to plan for Easter. My latest pdf sewing pattern is the Bunny Coaster - perfect for Easter, springtime, or any time! This is such a fun little project to sew … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Bunny, Easter, Etsy, patchwork, pdf sewing pattern, scrapbuster, sewing pattern

Zakka Card Wallet

February 6, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Scrap buster projects are amongst my favourite. It is always fun to incorporate your treasured scraps to make a new item so that no scrap goes unwasted. If you are looking for a fun scrap buster project for your monochromatic scraps, check out the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Etsy, foundation paper piecing, fpp, pdf pattern, scrap buster

Hexie Heart Trivet

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

The Hexie Heart Placemat is a versatile pattern that can be used as a trivet, potholder, doiley, mug rug or placemat. I wanted to make a trivet to use with my favourite mint green teaset - Polka Rose by Royal Albert. It is pretty mint green fine bone … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Valentines Day Tagged With: foundation paper piecing, heart, Valentines Day

Heart Clasp Purse

January 23, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

The perfect accessory for a special Valentines day dinner is this pretty Heart Clasp Purse. I made this using a kit from Zakka Workshop. The kit comes with the heart clasp purse frame, paper string, full sized templates, comprehensive instructions … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Valentines Day Tagged With: purses

Hexie Heart Placemat

January 9, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

Now that Christmas is over and I have packed away all my holiday décor, I am starting to plan for Valentine's Day. I assembled all of my favourite pink and red fabrics - tiny florals, polka dots, stripes and more - for my inspiration. Pink and red … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Valentines Day Tagged With: Mothers Day, pdf pattern, placemat, sew for home, sewing, Valentines Day

Happy New Year

January 6, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Wishing you a a wonderful 2021 filled with good health, happiness, and creativity. Thanks so much for all your support during 2020. I am looking forward to a brand new year and hope to find more time for sewing and creative pursuits.At the end … [Read more...]

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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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