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Blossom Oven Mitt

April 28, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Blossom Oven Mitt – A Pretty & Practical Addition to Your Kitchen ✂️🌸Looking to add a pop of color to your kitchen or sew a thoughtful handmade gift? The Blossom Oven Mitt is both beautiful and functional, featuring a foundation paper pieced … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: foundation paper piecing, fpp, hot pad, oven mitt, pot holder, potholder

The Golden Rules of Sewing and Quilting

April 22, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The Golden Rules of Quilting & Sewing ✂️✨Whether you're a seasoned sewist or just starting out, quilting and sewing are all about creativity, joy, and a little bit of fabric hoarding! The beauty of this craft isn't just in the stitches—it's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Room Tagged With: quilting, quilting tips, rules, sewing, sewing tips, tips

Pin Perfection: Everything you Need to Know about Sewing Pins

April 21, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Pins are a staple in every sewing kit, quietly playing a crucial role in securing fabric, ensuring precision, and bringing designs to life. Whether you're piecing together a quilt, hemming a garment, or carefully assembling intricate patchwork, pins … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: pincushions, pins, sewing, sewing patterns, sewing room

Liberty Rainbow Pouch

April 14, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

There’s something magical about Liberty Tana Lawn fabric, and when paired with a rainbow of soft pastel hues, it creates a pouch that is both beautiful and practical. This week in my studio, I stitched up the Liberty Rainbow Pouch, a delightful blend … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Capel, Liberty, Liberty Capel, pencil case, pouch, sewing pattern, zipper, zippered pouch

Tree in a Square Quilt Block

April 14, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Tree in a Square – A Charming Foundation Paper Piecing Block for Every Season! 🌲There’s something timeless about quilt blocks inspired by nature, and my Tree in a Square pattern brings a little woodland charm to your sewing projects! This … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: Christmas tree, foundation paper piecing, fpp, quilt block, tree, tree block, Tree Quilt

Hexagon Patchwork: Why its trending and why you should try it.

April 12, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Hexagon Patchwork: Why It’s Trending & Why You Should Try ItHexagons have long been loved in the quilting world, and right now, they’re making waves across modern sewing projects! Their versatility, scrap-friendly nature, and unique shape … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Hints and Tips Tagged With: English paper piecing, EPP, hexagon, hexies, sewing inspiration, sewing patterns

Sew Small, Sew Smart: The Joy of Making Bags and Pouches.

April 9, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

If you're looking for a fun, practical, and rewarding sewing project, small bags and pouches are the perfect place to start! Whether you're crafting handmade gifts, stocking a craft stall, or making items to sell, these compact projects offer endless … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Hints and Tips Tagged With: bags, beginner sewing, pdf pattern, pouches, sewing, sewing patterns

Simple Shack Quilt Block

April 7, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Our newest FPP block, Simple Shack is an easy-to-make foundation paper piecing design is perfect for quilters of all skill levels. Featuring five different sizes and a colouring sheet, it's great for experimenting with your favorite colorful scraps … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: cabin, foundation paper piecing, fpp, home, house, quilt, quilt block

Secrets to Achieving Perfect Dresdens

April 6, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

What Are Dresden Plates?Dresden Plates are a classic quilt block design, consisting of fan-like fabric blades arranged in a circular pattern to create a stunning, flower-like motif. This timeless quilt block dates back to the early 1920s and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Hints and Tips Tagged With: dresden, dresden plate, patchwork, sewing, sewing guide, sewing room, sewing tip, sewing tools

Rainbow Pouch

March 31, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Rainbow Pouch is a bright and colorful addition to your sewing projects! Featuring a striking rainbow-striped pocket, you can choose to create it with solid fabrics or blenders for a stunning rainbow effect. This versatile design is perfect for so … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, beginner sewing, modern sewing, pouch, rainbow, sewing pattern, zipper

Flower in a Square Quilt Block

March 24, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Introducing the Flower in a Square Quilt Block - a charming and affordable foundation paper pieced pattern that's perfect for your spring and Easter sewing projects! Available in 5 versatile sizes, this block is ideal for injecting a burst of color … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: economy block, flower block, flower quilt block, foundation paper piecing, fpp, quilt block

How to Sew Mugrugs like a Pro: Essential Tips and Tricks

March 22, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Mugrugs may be small, but they’re mighty when it comes to creativity and functionality! These versatile mini quilts are the perfect project to brighten up your home, use up fabric scraps, and explore new sewing techniques. Whether you're making one … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: coaster, mini quilt, mugrug, sewing tips

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The Quadra Pouch really comes to life in Tilda Som The Quadra Pouch really comes to life in Tilda Something Blue — each side shows off a different print, giving the pouch a fresh look from every angle. I made both a light and dark version, and I love how the four‑fabric construction creates such a pretty contrast.If you’d like to sew your own, the Quadra Pouch pattern (3 sizes) is available in both our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the link.Fabric: Tilda Something Blue — with thanks to @tilda_australia#quadrapouch #sewingproject #sewingpattern #tildafabrics #tildasomethingblue   
The sweetest little pouch for treats, notions, swa The sweetest little pouch for treats, notions, swaps, and tiny treasures ✨ The Mini Treat Pouch features a flat base, a handy back pocket, a fold‑over flap, and a clever elastic‑and‑button closure. It’s a quick, beginner‑friendly project and perfect for using your favourite fabric scraps. It also makes a lovely end‑of‑year teacher gift — just add chocolates, lip balm, or a gift card. Comment TREAT for a link to the pattern.  Pattern details: Mini Treat Pouch - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#sewingprojects #scrapsewing 
#handmadegifts #beginnersewing #sewingcommunity
If you’ve been looking for a quick, satisfying wee If you’ve been looking for a quick, satisfying weekend sew… this is the one I reach for again and again. The Handy Drawstring Pouch is my most‑made pattern for a reason — actually, three.✨ A clever flat base that stands tall. Perfect for storing sewing notions, gifting, travel, or organising drawers.✨ Folds completely flat.
Tucks away beautifully between uses and makes the sweetest flat‑pack gift.✨ Reversible + 3 sizes included.
Sew a coordinated set or mix your favourite scraps — it always turns out beautifully.If you want the link, just comment HANDY and I’ll send it straight to you. Happy sewing, friends.Pattern Detauls: Handy Drawstring Pouch - 3 sizes. Available in our Pattern Store.#sewingpattern #drawstringbag #sewingproject #scrapbusting #weekendsewing  
A tiny pyramid that does it all — a pattern weight A tiny pyramid that does it all — a pattern weight for your sewing table, a book weight for cosy reading, or a scented sachet for your drawers. Small, sweet, and so satisfying to sew. Comment PYRAMID for the free pattern.Fabric: Something Blue by Tilda
@tilda_australia#sewingproject #tildafabric #beginnersewing #scrapsewing #Tildasomethingblue
Meet the sweetest little project you can sew in mi Meet the sweetest little project you can sew in minutes — the Pyramid Weight. Use it as a pattern weight, scented sachet, or even a book weight… all from one triangle of fabric. Comment PYRAMID for the free pattern.Fabric is Something Blue by Tilda, releasing 1 June 2026 — with thanks to @tilda_australia.#tildasomethingblue #tildafabric #freepattern #sewingtutorial #sewinglove
The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite wa The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite ways to use up leftover fabric strings. Today’s version is made from patchwork strips — a fun, relaxing sew that turns scraps into something beautiful and practical.The Scrappy Strips Pouch pattern has two versions - patchwork strings and selvedges - and two sizes. Comment SELVEDGE (or SELVAGE) for a link to the pattern.Pattern Details: Scrappy Strips Pouch Sewing Pattern is in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#ScrappyStripsPouch #ScrapBustingSewing #PatchworkPouch #StringQuilting #SewingProjects
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