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Book Review: Tilda’s Winter Ideas by Tone Finnanger

March 29, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

Tilda's Winter Ideas is a delightful book that contains simple sewing projects and papercraft ideas with Tilda fabrics and embellishments.  The book contains many project ideas for gifts, decorations, cards, and soft toys, angels,and stockings. Many … [Read more...]

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Bon Voyage!

March 28, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 18 Comments

There is much excitement in the Sugar household this week, as Sarah heads to France on Friday as part of a school French tour. She will be undertaking an intensive French language course, as well as experiencing all the highlights of Paris. It is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Miscellaneous, Travel

Tutorial: Emergency Zippered Pouch

March 26, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 43 Comments

Thanks for all the lovely comments on our Emergency Zippered Pouch. We had a number of requests for a tutorial so you can make your own. They really are a handy size and perfect to put a few first aid supplies in your handbag.Best of all, they … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials, Travel Tagged With: bag, zipper

All Around The Town Baby Quilt

March 24, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

Baby Quilts are my favourite type of quilt to make. Nothing beats a home made gift to welcome a new baby and their size makes them quick and easy to quilt on your home sewing machine. I love all the fun, colourful prints available. My latest quilt … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quilting, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: baby

Book Review:Sew Serendipity Bags by Kay Whitt

March 23, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Sew Serendipity Bags: Fabulous Bags to Make and Love by Kay Whitt is a gorgeous book of 12 bag designs that expand into 20 fresh and pretty projects. I have spent ages drooling over the lovely designs in this book - there are bags for all occasions … [Read more...]

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What’s Your Emergency?

March 22, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 21 Comments

There are lots of "Emergency" supplies needed when you travel -  emergency money, emergency credit card, emergency chocolate, emergency make-up, and emergency first aid supplies.I made up a small emergency zippered pouch for Sarah to take on her … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: bag, zipper

Coconut Cake

March 21, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

This past weekend, Sarah baked some delicious coconut cake. She has made this recipe a few times now and it always gets the thumbs up! It uses coconut milk and sweetened coconut flakes in the batter which give it a lovely coconut flavour and makes … [Read more...]

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Free Easter E-Book

March 18, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 8 Comments

It is no secret that we enjoy sewing, crafting, and baking. The best part about blogging is being able to share our crafty ideas with others who really understand the fun and enjoyment you can get from being creative. There is really nothing better … [Read more...]

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Chocolate and Ginger Cookies

March 16, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

One of our family favourite cookie recipes, are these scrummy Chocolate Ginger Cookies that Sarah bakes for us. There is something about chocolate and ginger that works so well together. These cookies don't last long in our home and are especially … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cookies, Recipes Tagged With: Chocolate, ginger

Book Review: Everything Patchwork by Corinne Crasbercu

March 15, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

One of the loveliest books in my sewing library, is Everything Patchwork by Corinne Crasbercu, which is part of the Made in France Series. The book contains 40 projects for classic quilts, bags, and accessories. The author is a designer and stylist … [Read more...]

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Giveaway: Win a $100 Gift Voucher to suzy hausfrau yarn store

March 13, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 94 Comments

Now that the weather is cooling and autumn is here, it is time to start stocking up on yarn for your next knitted or crocheted project. It is an exciting time to be working with fibres, with an explosion of new yarn and pattern designers all putting … [Read more...]

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Cinnamon Muffins

March 13, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

Sarah made up some delicious Cinnamon Muffins on the weekend, with a cinnamon filling and streusel topping - they were amazing! They were especially yummy warm from the oven.Cinnamon MuffinsServings: 12 muffinsIngredientsFor the streusel topping:1/3 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cupcakes & Muffins, Recipes, Uncategorized Tagged With: cinnamon

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The Scalloped Gift Bag is making its little debut The Scalloped Gift Bag is making its little debut today. I stitched this one in soft pastels and couldn’t resist styling it with some bright foil Easter eggs. The sweet scalloped edging and optional felt heart appliqué add such a charming touch. It’s a quick, beginner‑friendly make, perfect for using up small scraps and adding a handmade moment to your Easter table. It also makes a lovely giftable project for this time of year.Comment SCALLOP for the pattern link.#Eastersewing #Eastercrafts #sewingproject #scallopedgiftbag #Eastermakes
✨ Hexie Garden Pouch – Sweet Details Edition ✨Th ✨ Hexie Garden Pouch – Sweet Details Edition ✨This little pouch is full of pretty touches — an EPP hexie flower on the front, a fussy‑cut Songbird print on the back, soft white linen, a woven drawstring, and natural wooden beads to finish it off. It even stands up on its own, which I love for gifting and storage.It’s a lovely project if you enjoy slow stitching, scrap‑friendly makes, or adding your own embellishments. A gentle, satisfying sew.If you’d like the pattern link, comment GARDEN and I’ll send it straight to you.🧵 EPP front 🌸 Fussy‑cut back 🎁 Perfect gift 📥 Instant downloadFabric Credit: Tilda Songbird with thanks @tilda_australia#hexiegardenpouch #eppsewing #englishpaperpiecing #tildasongbird #pouchpattern
Ready to hop into some Easter sewing? I’ve gathere Ready to hop into some Easter sewing? I’ve gathered ten sweet and simple projects you can make this weekend — perfect for gifting, decorating, or using up those pretty spring scraps. From mugrugs and coasters to gift bags and bunting, there’s something here for every maker and every stash.Swipe through for a little Easter inspiration, and save this post so you can come back to it when you’re ready to sew.If you’d like the links to all my Easter and Spring patterns in one place, just comment EASTER and I’ll send them straight to you.#Eastersewingprojects #springsewingideas
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Drawstrings are such a small detail, but they make Drawstrings are such a small detail, but they make a big difference. The cord you choose can completely change the look and feel of your handmade bags — from soft and pretty to sturdy and structured.I love using Japanese cords for their beautiful colours and smooth finish, but you’ll also find great options at your local sewing, quilt, or craft store. I usually buy cords that are 2–4 mm thick (0.08 - 0.16 inches thick) and pick up 2–3 yards/metres at a time so I always have some on hand.Save this post for your next project, and comment DRAWSTRING for a link to some of my favourite drawstring patterns.#drawstringbag #sewingprojects #sewingcommunity #sewingtips #handmadebags
The Handy Drawstring Pouch continues to be one of The Handy Drawstring Pouch continues to be one of your absolute favourites — and it’s easy to see why. It’s beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, wonderfully scrap‑friendly, &  always turns into the sweetest giftable make. This pattern comes in three sizes — I’ve stitched the small and medium here in the beautiful Tilda Songbird collection.Comment HANDY for the pattern link. Handy Drawstring Pouch pattern is available in our pattern store.Fabric: Tilda Songbird with thanks to @tilda_australia#handydrawstringpouch #tildafabric #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A tiny hack that makes this little pouch even swee A tiny hack that makes this little pouch even sweeter. I love using coloured hair elastics as a quick closure — they’re gentle on the fabric, easy to match to your project, and such a fun way to finish the Mini Treat Pouch. It’s a beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly make that comes together quickly and is perfect for gifting. Comment TREAT for a link to the pattern in our pattern store. Fabric: Songbird by Tilda.#scrapfriendlysewing #quicksewingproject #tildasongbird #handmadegiftidea #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
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