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Christmas Sewing with Merry Happy by Ruby Star Society

There's something magical about sewing for Christmas, especially when the fabrics are as cheerful and inspiring as Merry Happy by Kim Kight for Ruby Star Society. This delightful collection blends bright, happy designs with a perfect balance of vintage charm and modern style. While the range embraces traditional Christmas colours, it also includes fresh and playful combinations that appeal to makers who love a more contemporary take on holiday decorating.The prints are packed with festive … [Read More...]

Bottle Collection

I love bottles - they look great grouped together on our meals table and really catch the light. I am gradually adding to the collection, just need to find some that are the colour of sea glass to add some more … [Read More...]

Lemon Curd Cupcakes

We hope everyone has had a wonderful Easter. We had a lovely celebration with extended family yesterday, and I took along some Lemon Curd Cupcakes. They look a little like poached eggs and the bright yellow centres make … [Read More...]

Tea Towels

As part of our kitchen re-fresh, I have made up some new tea towels. I found the perfect aqua fabric, and teamed it with some white waffle cotton (very absorbent) and ric rac.Making your own tea towels is such a quick … [Read More...]

Book Review: Stitched Whimsy by Heidi Boyd

Stitched Whimsy by Heidi Boyd is sweet book of 20 whimsical projects made from felt and fabric. I have seen Heidi's work in Stitch Magazine and love her fun style, so was pleased to see that she had released a new book. … [Read More...]

Packaging Ideas

We love Easter - it is all about celebrating with family, and we keep it very simple, with usually just a small gift of Easter chocolates or home baked gifts from the kitchen. It is the thought that counts - but I love … [Read More...]

Custard Shortbreads

Custard Powder is the secret ingredient in these melt in the mouth shortbreads. These have been a favourite in our home for many years, and are quick to whip up for a special afternoon treat. With Sarah away, the baking … [Read More...]

Kitchen Project: Plastic Bag Dispenser

As part of our family room/kitchen makeover, I am re-freshing our living area area by introducing lots of accents in white and aqua, with splashes of other colours. I have ordered some new fabrics and have lots of … [Read More...]

Book Review: Tilda’s Winter Ideas by Tone Finnanger

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 … [Read More...]

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Meet the Sugar Tote! One of 10 festive sewing pat Meet the Sugar Tote!

One of 10 festive sewing patterns included in the upcoming Maker's Christmas Cheer Ornament Bundle, launching 5 November.

Perfect for filling with Christmas treats, handmade gifts, beauty minis, sewing supplies and festive treasures.

🎁 I'm also giving away a Maker's Christmas Cheer Bundle valued at over AUD $150.

💬 Comment CHEER for giveaway details and the entry link.

⚠️ Commenting alone does not enter you into the draw. You must complete the entry form to be eligible.

📅 Entries close 2 November 2026
 📧 Winner drawn and notified by email on 3 November 2026

Which version would you make first: the open tote or the drawstring tote?

❤️🎄 Good luck!

#SugarTote #ChristmasSewing #SewingPattern #HandmadeChristmas #BagMaking

This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram or Meta. The prize is one digital Maker's Christmas Cheer Bundle. The prize is non-transferable and cannot be
exchanged for cash. Open internationally where permitted by law. To enter, you must complete the entry form provided via DM.
🎄 At first glance it looks like a Christmas orname 🎄 At first glance it looks like a Christmas ornament...

But open it up and it becomes a tiny gift holder, Advent surprise, treat bag, sewing notion pouch, gift card holder and more!

Meet the new Sugar Tote, one of the exclusive patterns in the upcoming Makers Christmas Cheer Ornament Bundle.

✨ Two styles
 🎁 Endless gift possibilities
 🪡 Perfect for sewing treats, gift cards, cash, beauty minis and Christmas goodies
 📅 Add numbered buttons and create an Advent countdown

I'm also giving away ONE Christmas Cheer Ornament Bundle! 🎉

The bundle includes:

🎄 10 festive PDF sewing patterns
 🪡 9 talented independent designers
 🎁 Over AUD $150 worth of patterns
 ❤️ Available from 5-10 November 2026

Want to win a bundle?

🎄 Comment CHEER below and I'll send you a DM with the giveaway link!

Just make sure you complete the entry form to be in the draw. Commenting alone does not enter you.

📅 Entries close 2 November 2026
 📧 Winner drawn and notified by email on 3 November 2026

Good luck ❤️🎄

#SugarTote #ChristmasSewing #SewingPattern #HandmadeChristmas
#ChristmasOrnament

This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram or Meta. The prize is one digital Christmas Cheer Ornament Bundle. The prize is non-transferable and cannot be
exchanged for cash. Open internationally unless prohibited by local law. To enter, you must complete the entry form sent via DM.
🎁 15 gifts. Under an hour. Zero last-minute panic. 🎁 15 gifts. Under an hour. Zero last-minute panic.

Looking for quick handmade gift ideas? These 15 projects can all be sewn in around an hour and make thoughtful gifts for friends, family, neighbours, teachers and hosts. 

✨ Fast to sew
 ✨ Great for scraps
 ✨ Perfect for gifting

Which project would you sew first?

💬 Comment PATTERN and I'll send you a link to my pattern store.

📌 Save this post for Christmas gift planning and holiday sewing inspiration.

#christmassewing #sewinggiftideas #handmadechristmas #makersgiftguide #scrapbusters
Need a quick handmade Christmas gift? 🎄 A set of Need a quick handmade Christmas gift? 🎄

A set of Merry Little Tree Coasters is quick to sew, scrap-friendly, and easy to turn into a thoughtful gift with a few festive extras.

In this carousel I've paired them with: 
🥂 Champagne & a festive coupe glass
 ☕ Hot chocolate & marshmallows
 🫖 Christmas tea & shortbread
 🧀 Charcuterie treats & a tea towel

Which gift bundle is your favourite?

🎄 Comment TREE and I'll send you the Merry Little Tree Coasters pattern link.

📌 Save this post for Christmas gift inspiration and future holiday sewing.

#christmassewing #handmadechristmas #christmasgiftideas
#sewinggiftideas #sewingpattern
There's something so satisfying about turning fabr There's something so satisfying about turning fabric scraps into beautiful little gift tags! ✨

In today's reel, I'm making my free Threaded Tokens pattern and showing the cutting and sewing process.

For this version, I used the new SOHMO decorative scissors to create modern scalloped and zigzag edges. They add such a lovely finish and instantly elevate the look of these quick little makes.

✂️ Scallop 5mm
✂️ Scallop 10mm
✂️ Zigzag 5mm

I can't decide which edge is my favourite!

These threaded tokens are quick to sew, perfect for using up scraps, and make thoughtful handmade gift tags for friends.

💬 COMMENT TOKEN for the free pattern link!

Scissors by @sohmo_au

#aspoonfulofsugar #sewingpattern #freepattern #scrapbusting #sewingproject
🎄 What's your Christmas sewing style? Are you dra 🎄 What's your Christmas sewing style?

Are you drawn to timeless reds and greens, cosy cottage checks, Scandinavian simplicity, colourful festive prints, or something a little more quirky?

Swipe through to discover your Christmas sewing personality and find a project to match your favourite festive aesthetic. ✨

I have a feeling most sewists are a mix of two or three styles... I'm often somewhere between Classic, Handmade and Vintage!

❤️ Traditional
🧺 Cottage
🌈 Bright & Fun
🎁 Vintage
✨ Modern Minimal
❄️ Scandinavian
🐱 Quirky
🎀 Classic
🏠 Handmade & Homely
🌸 Pastel

👇 Tell me your Christmas sewing style in the comments!

The featured projects can be found in my Pattern Store & Etsy Shop. 

#ChristmasSewing #ChristmasProjects #ChristmasQuilting #HolidaySewing
#HandmadeChristmas
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