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A Spoonful of Sugar Blog Tour {Part 5}

May 19, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

 The Blog Tour for my book, A Spoonful of Sugar, is wrapping up and I have been blown away by all the wonderful projects that everyone is sewing. As you will see, I have a very talented bunch of bloggers sharing their creations from A … [Read more...]

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A Spoonful of Sugar Blog Tour {Part 4}

May 14, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

The Blog Tour for my book, A Spoonful of Sugar, is taking us around the world as we visit my creative friends. As you will see, I have an amazing bunch of ladies sharing their projects from A Spoonful of Sugar. I love how they have put their own … [Read more...]

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Jelly Clip Purses

May 11, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 8 Comments

The May issue of Homespun features one of my projects. It is always exciting to get your work published, especially in such a lovely magazine like Homespun. This issue is filled with lots of sweet projects such as quilts, toy, embroidery, pillow and … [Read more...]

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A Spoonful of Sugar Blog Tour {Part 3}

May 10, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

The Blog Tour for my book, A Spoonful of Sugar, is well under way and I have been overwhelmed by all the amazing projects that everyone is creating. As you will see, I have a very talented bunch of bloggers sharing their makes from A Spoonful of … [Read more...]

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Backyard Roses Blog Hop

May 9, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

A warm welcome to everyone - I am so excited to be part of the Backyard Roses Blog Tour, which is showcasing the pretty Backyard Roses fabric range designed by the talented Nadra Ridgeway of Ellis and Higgs. I have been following Nadra's creative … [Read more...]

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Denim Cafe Apron

May 8, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

It is Mother's Day in Australia today and I always love to make something handmade for my Mum. My Mum has recently taken up quilting and is thoroughly enjoying her new hobby. I made her an apron she can use to hold her craft supplies or else use in … [Read more...]

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A Spoonful of Sugar Blog Tour {Part 2}

May 4, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

The Blog Tour for my book, A Spoonful of Sugar, started last week and I have been blown away by all the wonderful projects that everyone is making. As you will see, I have an amazingly talented bunch of ladies sharing their makes from A Spoonful of … [Read more...]

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{Book Review and Giveaway} Care Packages by Michelle Mackintosh

May 1, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 56 Comments

Nothing lifts your spirits quite like a beautifully presented care package that someone has assembled with love and thoughtfulness. In Michelle Mackintosh's latest book, Care Packages, she celebrates the art and craft of thoughtfully made packages. … [Read more...]

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A Spoonful of Sugar Blog Tour {Part 1}

April 30, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

The Blog Tour for my book, A Spoonful of Sugar, kicked off this week to tie in with the official publication date. I have some wonderfully talented ladies joining in the fun and sharing projects they made from my book. It has been so amazing to see … [Read more...]

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Hexie Pincushion {Free Sewing Tutorial}

April 23, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 24 Comments

Free Project Tutorial: The Hexie Pincushion is a mini pincushion that is perfectly sized for stitching on the go. It features a mini hexagon flower, and it is positioned in a little aluminium tin. This is a quick little project and is lots of fun to … [Read more...]

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A Spoonful of Sugar Book Tour

April 21, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 31 Comments

I am so excited to announce that my book, A Spoonful of Sugar: Sew 20 Simple Projects to Sweeten Your Surroundings Zakka Style is being released on April 26, 2016 (it is already shipping from Amazon). It has always been a dream of mine to write a … [Read more...]

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Dress Form Lavender Sachets

April 15, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

One of my favourite projects from my book (A spoonful of Sugar), is the Dress Form Lavender Sachets. They are little sachets that can be hung from a coat hanger or in your wardrobe to make your clothing smell lovely. These sachets feature a dress … [Read more...]

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