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Metallic Christmas

November 17, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Sponsored by TargetChristmas is our favourite time of year and we have already made a start with our Christmas decorating. Each year we love to have a theme for Christmas and then plan the decorations and menu around the theme. This year we are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Our Home Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas decorations, home décor, metallic christmas

Flower Coaster Pattern

November 14, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

Crochet coasters are proving to be fun to make and are the perfect project to use left over yarn. I have used cotton yarn in a variety of colours in this batch of flower coasters. They are quickly made (around 15-20 minutes per coaster), so you will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet Tagged With: coasters, crochet, tutorial

{Sewing Tutorial} Pretty Fabric Envelopes

October 28, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 31 Comments

For our Christmas gift giving, we have made some Pretty Fabric Envelopes to hold gift cards or money - perfect packaging for those on your list who are hard to buy for! Made from sweet fat quarters of fabric, they feature fabric stamps, address … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials, Valentines Day Tagged With: gift wallet, gift wrapping, sewing, sewing tutorials

Pretty Fabric Envelopes and Fabric Giveaway

October 25, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 154 Comments

Have you started planning your Christmas gift sewing? I always find it hard to come up with handmade gift ideas for the teens and young adults in our family. Gift cards and money are usually the most appreciated gifts, so I have made sweet fabric … [Read more...]

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Sewing Tool Roundup #4

October 23, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

Welcome to our fourth Sewing Tool Roundup where we showcase new, or new to us, sewing and quilting supplies and notions.  Check out our previous Sewing Tool reviews here,  here, and here. With Christmas coming, you will find some great products to … [Read more...]

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Spring Outdoor Dining

October 21, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 8 Comments

Sponsored by TargetIf you are like us, we love to head outside in spring and spend more time in our outdoor space. We have had a few BBQ's and simple meals outdoors over the past weeks. We have bought some new bright and colourful homewares to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Our Home Tagged With: home décor

Cherry Jar

October 13, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

I love Bonne Maman jam jars and have quite a collection. They are so useful for storing lots of bits and pieces in the sewing room and I can't resist their red and white gingham lids. I have a few filled with buttons.I dressed up a button jar … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet Tagged With: bonne maman, cherries, crochet, storage

Fiesta Potholder

October 11, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 18 Comments

Pot Holders are practical but they can also be colourful and fun! Our Fiesta Pot Holder is generously sized and feature a pocket so you can use it like an oven mitt. They are made with a patchwork front which showcases the sweet retro fabrics. I used … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: patchwork, pot holder, sewing, tutorial

Ruler Box

October 10, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 17 Comments

I love Ruler Boxes - they are perfect for storing supplies in the sewing room. I have a couple of Ruler Boxes that I purchased from Temecula Quilt Co but wanted a divided ruler box that was bigger. I found some old wooden rulers that my kids used … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY Tagged With: DIY, dremel, recycle, storage

Crochet Coasters

October 4, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 14 Comments

If you follow us on Instagram, you may have seen the Crochet Coasters I have been making recently. Coasters are a great portable project and they are perfect for using up left over yarn. Each coaster can be made in around 15 minutes and they are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet Tagged With: crochet, gift, gifts

Weekend DIY: Lego Keychain Project

September 29, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

Sponsored by DremelI love a good DIY project and it is fun to swap my sewing machine for some power tools occasionally. We have been watching a few home renovation shows lately and I am always dreaming up fun projects to make for our home. When … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY Tagged With: DIY, dremel, lego

Banana Choc Chip Muffins

September 28, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Time for baking has been in short supply lately. I am currently working full time on a short term project so I need recipes that can be made quickly and freeze well so we have some treats on hand.I love the flavour of banana muffins and they are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cupcakes & Muffins Tagged With: banana, lunchbox, muffins

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The small Quadra Pouch is the perfect size for sew The small Quadra Pouch is the perfect size for sewing notions, clips, threads, and all those little bits that get lost in your sewing room. It has a neat flat base for structure, four coordinated fabrics for a modern look, and sweet finishing touches like tags and cord end caps.Beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, giftable, and practical — everything I love in a quick afternoon sew.If you’d like the pattern link, comment QUADRA and I’ll send it straight to you.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch ( 3 Sizes) is available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#quadrapouch #drawstringpouch #beginnersewing #scrapsewing #sewingcommunity
The Quadra Pouch is one of those patterns that’s f The Quadra Pouch is one of those patterns that’s fun to sew and endlessly useful. It has a neat flat base for structure, each corner uses a different print for a coordinated look, and the small + medium sizes can be made from layer cake squares — perfect for scraps. Add a tag and matching cord end caps for a sweet finishing touch.Beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, giftable, and practical — all the things I love in a project.If you’d like the pattern link, comment QUADRA and I’ll send it straight to you.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#quadrapouch #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject #giftablesewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A little fabric pull turned into the sweetest Quad A little fabric pull turned into the sweetest Quadra Pouch. I love mixing a polka dot, gingham, small floral, and large floral in the same colour family — it’s such an easy way to create a coordinated look from scraps or fat quarters. This project ticks all the boxes: beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, giftable, and genuinely useful for everyday storage.The tag and matching cord covers are my favourite finishing touches — small details that make the whole pouch feel extra special.If you’d like the pattern link, comment QUADRA and I’ll send it straight to you.Save this one for your next weekend sew.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#quadrapouch #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject #giftablesewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
Today’s the day! The Quadra Pouch is now available Today’s the day! The Quadra Pouch is now available in three handy sizes — perfect for organising sewing tools, travel essentials, or gifting. I’m sharing the small pink version tonight… the other colours/sizes are coming later this week.It’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and such a satisfying little make. Comment QUADRA for a link to the pattern.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch Sewing Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#sewingpattern #pouchpattern #handmadegifts #sewistsofinstagram #quadrapouch drawstringbag
A sweet little Handy Drawstring Pouch in Tilda Lit A sweet little Handy Drawstring Pouch in Tilda Little Farms — each side a different print. This one ticks all the boxes: beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, giftable, and genuinely useful for everyday storage. It’s such a satisfying project to sew, especially when you want something quick that still feels special.These little pouches are perfect for sewing notions, small gifts, travel essentials, or keeping your favourite bits and pieces organised.If you’d like the pattern link, comment HANDY and I’ll send it straight to you.Save this one for your next weekend sew.Pattern Details: Handy Drawstring Pouch (3 Sizes) Sewing Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Links in profile.Fabric Details: Tilda Little Farms fabric (released in 2020). Thanks to @tilda_australiaBallerina Mouse: @mailegworld#handydrawstringpouch #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject #giftablesewing #tildafabric
Gather your scraps — this little project is such a Gather your scraps — this little project is such a sweet way to use your 2½″ squares. The Patchwork Fabric Tray is quick, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for those moments when you want to sew something simple and satisfying.These tiny trays are so handy around the home: keep one in your sewing room for clips and threads, one on your bedside table for jewellery, or use them as dice trays, key catch‑alls, or pretty little gift baskets. They’re also a lovely way to showcase favourite fabrics or Mini Charm Squares you’ve been saving.I’ve shared the full step‑by‑step tutorial over on the blog.  If you’d like the link, comment TRAY and I’ll send it straight to you.Save this one for your next scrap‑busting session — it’s such a fun make.#patchworksewing #scrapproject #minicharmsquares #sewingtutorial #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
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