After a couple of hours of recreational sewing today, I had my first finish of 2014! I am still getting used to using my new Pfaff Quilt Expression 4.2. Before I tackle a quilt, I wanted to work on a few smaller projects.I generally start … [Read more...]
Best Wishes for a Happy 2014
Wishing you all an extra special 2014. Do more of what makes you happy and dream big! We have plenty of exciting plans for A Spoonful of Sugar in 2014. Hope you will continue to follow us on our creative journey. Our readers are the best - we hope … [Read more...]
{2014} New Year Tea Towel
I was spoilt for Christmas with a lovely new sewing machine. I am now the proud owner of a Pfaff Quilt Expression 4.2 Machine and can't wait to have some time to put it through its paces. My sewing room is temporarily a guest room, so I have set … [Read more...]
Best of 2013 (Part 2 – Baking)
Baking together is something that we love to do. During 2013 we have baked an assortment of cakes, cookies, muffins, slices, and desserts. It has been fun to look through our archives to find the 10 most popular recipes for 2013. If you haven't tried … [Read more...]
Best of 2013 (Part 1 – Making)
2013 has been a wonderful year for A Spoonful of Sugar. One of the highlights was our mother/daughter trip to Paris in May. Life has been very hectic - with work and school commitments, it is sometimes a juggle to post as regularly as we would like, … [Read more...]
Last Minute Christmas Ideas
Christmas Eve is always such a busy day. We usually spend it in the kitchen, baking, with the carols playing in the background. We manage to find time for some last minute Christmas decorating/crafting as we put the finishing touches on our Christmas … [Read more...]
Mini Fruit Cakes
I love Christmas cake. Sadly most of my family are not fans of rich dense fruit cakes, so I rarely make them any more. Instead, I have been baking mini fruit cakes for the past few years. I pop them in the freezer and then those of us that enjoy … [Read more...]
Christmas Spice Cupcakes
One of our favourite Christmas recipes is Christmas Spice Cupcakes. Made with brown sugar, spices, and melted chocolate, they are moist and light, and taste amazing. We always decorate them with a simple vanilla frosting. This year we have decorated … [Read more...]
Marvellous Madeleines
Madeleines are a lovely treat. We love the shell shaped, little light sponge cakes and they always remind us of France. This week Sarah baked some plain Madeleines and they were delicious. The secret to Madeleines is chilling the batter for several … [Read more...]
Books for Craft Lovers
Last week, we reviewed 6 titles for Bakers and Cooks. This week we are reviewing a selection of new titles that would make great gifts for sewers, quilters, knitters, and paper crafters. Nothing beats a lovely book for Christmas! If you are taking … [Read more...]
Christmas Place Card Ideas
It is no secret that we love Christmas! One of the things we love most about Christmas is creating a special celebration. We always bring out our lovely wedding china and silverware (which is rarely used these days) and create a beautiful table. One … [Read more...]
Easy Chocolate Cupakes
Chocolate Cupcakes are always popular in our home. As much as we love this time of year, it is always busy with lots of end of year and festive celebrations. Sarah is now on school holidays and has been baking up a storm. I arrived home from a hectic … [Read more...]
