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Honey Cake

February 12, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 40 Comments

I must admit, we are slightly addicted to baking supplies. We have a growing collection of cookie cutters and cake tins. We love speciality baking tins as they can really make your cake shine.  Our baking tin kitchen drawer is over flowing so we have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cakes, Recipes Tagged With: honey

Charm Square Laundry Bag

February 9, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 12 Comments

Sewing time has been in short supply lately. I had a small window of time this morning and decided to make the most of it with a quick patchwork project.Charm squares are perfect for quick patchwork projects and stitch together in next to no … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: charm pack, patchwork

Relaxing in Penang

February 7, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

One of the things we love to do together as a family is travel. It is a great opportunity to broaden your horizons and it is always fun to explore new places, cultures, and foods. Travelling with teens is lots of fun - it is a great opportunity to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Malaysia

Sultana and Fig Roll

February 5, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

The new school year has commenced and it is hard to believe that Sarah is now in Year 12 and her final year of high school. It is our last year of parent meetings, school fees, school uniforms, homework and more. We are slowly getting back into our … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cakes Tagged With: jam, nut rolls, sultana

Easy Valentine Heart

February 1, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

Valentine Candy Heart - A Spoonful of Sugar

  It is the little things that make occasions special. You don't need to spend a fortune to show someone you care. For Valentine's Day, we have made some quick and budget friendly, heart Valentines. Made from a heart-shaped doiley, some baking paper … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Paper Crafts, Uncategorized, Valentines Day Tagged With: candy, children's craft

A Fresh New Look for A Spoonful of Sugar

January 31, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 16 Comments

Sarah and I started our little blog back in 2008 so we could share our crafts, baking, and sewing projects. Never in our wildest dreams did we imagine that our blog would  provide us with so many opportunities and allow us to become part of a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: web design

Chewy Honey Coconut Granola Bars

January 29, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Sadly our summer holidays are fast coming to an end. School resumes here next week, and we are starting to get organised by stocking the freezer and pantry with lunch box supplies to make the transition a little easier. We all take a boxed lunch each … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Back to School, Bars & Slices Tagged With: honey, oat

{Back to School} Mini Drawstring Pouch

January 24, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

Have you ever noticed how some coffee beans come packaged in a stand up pouch? It is this style of coffee bag that inspired our latest drawstring pouch. Made with a cheerful print and partnered with some gingham, it features a stand up design with a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Back to School, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: bag

Origami Pinwheel Envelopes

January 21, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Chinese New Year will be celebrated on 31 January this year, and 2014 is the year of the horse. We don't have anyone in our family who is born in the year of the horse, but if you follow the Chinese Zodiac, people born in the year of the horse are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Paper Crafts Tagged With: Chinese New Year, envelopes, Japan, origami

Koala Cupcakes

January 18, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

Every Australia Day celebration needs Koala Cupcakes. We first spotted Koala Cupcakes on Pinterest but grey frosting didn't appeal (food should never be grey!). So instead, Sarah baked some lamington cupcakes and decorated them to look like Koalas. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia Day, Cupcakes & Muffins Tagged With: cake decorating, candy, Chocolate, coconut

Recycled Denim Wine Tote {Australia Day Project}

January 15, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Australia Day for us always involves having a picnic or BBQ and watching the fantastic fireworks display over the Swan River. We love how people come together to celebrate Australia Day, often wearing the Aussie flag on their clothing. It really is a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia Day, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: bag, denim, recycle

Patchwork Pot Holder – Part 2

January 14, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

When you are in the kitchen baking as much as we are, you need a few pot holders! We like them to be pretty as well as functional. I used a few fat quarters of Wallflowers in this patchwork star. Stems in Aqua is one of my favourite prints from this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: kitchen, patchwork

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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 
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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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