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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

Mini Heart Gift Tag

September 27, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

I love to give hand made gifts. If I don't give handmade, I at least like to add some creativity to the gift wrapping. Our latest project is mini heart gift tags.I have been enjoying some quick crochet projects recently that are helping me use all … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet, Gift Wrapping Tagged With: crochet, doiley, gift tags, gift wrapping

Liberty Fabric Scrap Buster Projects

September 19, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 8 Comments

Do you love Liberty fabric? I have only started collecting (and using) Liberty fabric over the past year or so. Liberty lawn is beautiful fine quality cotton  fabric and I love the sweet classic floral prints that it is famous for. It is more … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: Liberty, sewing, tutorials

6 Ways to Refresh Your Bathroom for Spring

September 17, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

Sponsored by TargetWe built our home 12 years ago and everything is in need of a makeover. Our focus this year has been on re-painting the internal walls, and changing some of our home décor items to give our home a much needed refresh. Our focus … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Our Home Tagged With: bathroom, home décor, home organisation

{Book Review & Giveaway} Magic Cakes by Christelle Huet-Gomez

September 16, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 81 Comments

Magic Cakes: Three cakes in one: one mixture, one bake, three delicious layers by Christelle Huet-Gomez is a wonderful new cookbook that showcases a delicious assortment of Magic Cakes. Magic Cakes are three cakes in one, this is every cake-lovers … [Read more...]

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Dorcas Dressmakers Pins

September 15, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

We love vintage sewing supplies. I was taught to sew by my mother and grandmother and vintage supplies always takes me back in time. I loved sorting through my Mum's sewing box and finding buttons and supplies for making dolls clothes and other small … [Read more...]

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Liberty Parisian Pouch

September 14, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Linen, lace and Liberty fabric is such a classic combination. I made this sweet zippered pouch in an afternoon. It includes one of my favourite Liberty prints - Suzy Elizabeth with its pretty tea cup design.I used the Parisian Pouch pattern … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, Liberty, pdf pattern, pouch

Christmas Poinsettia Wreath

September 9, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 12 Comments

I know it is early for Christmas project posts but I wanted to let you know about our new pdf pattern - the Christmas Poinsettia Wreath. This wreath is easily constructed in an afternoon from wool felt, fabric, and buttons. It is the perfect project … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas decorations, Christmas ornaments, fabric, felt, Holidays, sewing

Carrot Muffins

September 8, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 14 Comments

I spent a couple of hours in the kitchen yesterday baking up a storm. It feels good to have the pantry and freezer restocked with some home baked treats. Muffins are always popular at our place - they freeze well and are perfect to pop into a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cupcakes & Muffins Tagged With: carrot, carrots, cupcakes, muffins, sultanas

{Giveaway} Zakka Workshop Coin Purse Kits

September 6, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 103 Comments

It is no secret that I love making small projects that can be easily constructed in an evening or afternoon. I have been working on some larger projects recently, so it was a treat to disappear into the sewing room for an hour today and make a small … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: giveaway, pouch, purses, sewing

Cathedral Window Pillow

September 2, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

My first patchwork project was a pair of Cathedral Window Pillows that I made to sit on my bed when I was in my teens.  I have always loved Cathedral Window Patchwork and have made quite a number of pillows over the years. including the one I made … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: cathedral window pillow, patchwork, pdf pattern, sewing

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A quick, satisfying make for your weekend ✂️ This A quick, satisfying make for your weekend ✂️
This Easy Hexagon Trivet comes together in minutes — no binding, straight seams, and a very pleasing turn‑through moment.Perfect for charm packs, leftover 10" squares, or your favourite scraps.Comment TRIVET for the pattern link.Pattern Details: Easy Hexagon Trivet & Coasters — available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#easysewingproject #scrapsewing #beginnersewing #sewingreels #weekendsewing
A beautiful, captivating read by local author Tess A beautiful, captivating read by local author Tess Woods inspired this sweet little Heart Bookmark. I adored the way The Cairo Bridal Shop wove together family, secrets, and sisterhood — it’s one of those
stories that stays with you long after you close the cover. If you missed my book review, check my previous post.This tiny Heart Bookmark is scrap‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for book lovers or handmade gift‑givers.Comment BOOKMARK for the free Pattern or click on the link in my bio.Save this for when you are looking for quick handmade gift ideas.#freesewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing #handmadegifts #bookloversofinstagram #sewingcommunity
A beautiful new read + a sweet sewing project insp A beautiful new read + a sweet sewing project inspired by the Albi sisters.Thanks to @tesswoods_author and @penguinbooksaus for the advance copy of this captivating story.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I’ve just finished reading The Cairo Bridal Shop by local author Tess Woods — and it completely swept me away.Set at the foot of the pyramids, the Albi Bridal Shop is home to three sisters fighting to break tradition and shape their own futures. Inspired by ancient pharaoh queens, they draw on generations of women, culture, sacrifice, and resilience to find their strength.Tess calls this “the book of her heart,” weaving her family history into a story of sisterhood, identity, faith, strong women, and delicious Egyptian food.While reading, I kept thinking about the three Albi sisters — Sarah, Aya, and Lola — each navigating their own challenges, each fighting for the life she deserves.So I stitched three Heart Bookmarks, one to represent each sister. A tiny handmade nod to their courage, creativity, and connection.Each bookmark is made from quilting cotton, wool felt, lace, and a silky tassel — quick to sew, lovely to gift, and perfect for marking your place in a story full of strong women.I was completely captivated by The Cairo Bridal Shop. The relationships between the sisters are truly the heart of the story — tender, complicated, loyal, and full of resilience.I loved the structure: six dresses, each inspired by a Pharaoh queen, each opening a new chapter of their lives. The cultural details, the food, the history, the Cairo setting — it all felt vivid and immersive.A beautiful, emotional story of family, identity, courage, and the strength we find in the women around us.If you only read one book this year, make sure it is The Cairo Bridal Shop.If you’d like to stitch your own Heart Bookmark, the pattern is free.Comment BOOKMARK and I’ll send you the link.A sweet, quick project — perfect paired with a good book.Thanks for being here — I love sharing small sewing projects that bring joy to your day.
A sweet little scrap project ✂️✨ The Zakka Scisso A sweet little scrap project ✂️✨The Zakka Scissor Keeper is one of my favourite small  makes — quick to sew, perfect for coordinated scraps, and so handy to keep your scissors protected in your sewing bag. I’ve never shared a reel of this one, so here’s a little peek at how it opens and closes.It’s also my Pattern of the Week, which means you can save 25% for a limited time. If you love small, satisfying projects, this one is a fun weekend sew.Comment SCISSOR and I’ll send you the link.#sewingprojects #scrapfriendlysewing #smallsewingprojects #zakka #sewingaddict
The Hexie Placemat Series ✂️ Six designs and endl The Hexie Placemat Series ✂️Six designs and endless ways to make your table feel special. From festive holiday colours to cosy autumn tones, these placemats are quick to sew, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for gifting or decorating your home.Featuring:
• Hexie Holiday – a Christmas favourite
• Hexie House – the newest addition
• Hexie Heart – sweet and sentimental
• Hexie Star – crisp and modern
• Hexie Pumpkin – warm autumn vibes
• Hexie Bunny – playful for springSwipe to see all the looks — each one has its own personality and is fun to customise with your favourite fabrics.Comment HEXIE and I’ll send you the link to the full series (available in my Pattern Store + Etsy Shop).#sewingprojects #quiltedplacemat #scrapfriendlysewing #pdfsewingpattern #sewingcommunity
The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨ The Baker’s The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨The Baker’s Buddy Mitt is one of those projects that never leaves my sewing table — smooth curves, no fiddly binding, and a construction that’s genuinely beginner‑friendly. It comes together fast, looks
beautifully shaped, and is one of my most‑gifted makes because it actually gets used in the kitchen.Here’s why makers love it:
• No binding (yes, really!)
• Modern silhouette that works with any stash fabric
• Insul‑Brite + batting layers for hand protection
• Quick, practical, and gift‑readyIf you’re after a satisfying project that looks impressive and is useful, this is the one.Comment BAKER and I’ll send you the pattern link (available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop).#sewinggifts #beginnersewing #quicksewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing
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