The Giftable Pouch Duo: Two Bright, Cheerful Makes for Every Occasion
Handmade gift bags have a special kind of magic. They turn even the simplest present into something thoughtful, personal, and beautifully crafted. Whether you’re gifting chocolates, jewellery, small toys, self‑care treats, or sewing notions, a handmade pouch adds that extra layer of care that store‑bought packaging simply can’t match. They’re also wonderfully fun to sew—quick, satisfying, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for using your favourite fabrics in small, joyful bursts.If you love … [Read More...]
Dust Cover
It is that time of the year, when I have an urge to get organised around our home. Now that the busy Christmas season is behind us, I am gradually going through each room and cleaning, organising, and finding items to be … [Read More...]
Jam Recipe
I usually make jam the traditional way but have been keen to try out jam making in the breadmaker. My breadmaker machine is an older style Breville Baker's oven (approx 15 years old), and from my research it looks like … [Read More...]
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Yesterday we celebrated Sarah's 15th birthday. We took a group of her friends out to our favourite local restaurant, and then we returned home for a special dessert that Sarah had made - Flourless Chocolate Cakes.The … [Read More...]
A Spoonful of Sugar Updates
Newsletter We are excited to announce that we will be launching a monthly newsletter in 2012 which will contain a summary of our more popular posts during the month, as well as some newsletter only projects, recipes, … [Read More...]
Butterfly Quilt
The Butterfly Quilt has now been completed, thanks to some quilting time over the Christmas break. I love the idea of scrap quilts - using all those treasured scraps and turning them into a useful quilt. However, in … [Read More...]
Welcome 2012!
Sarah and I would love to wish you and your families all the the very best for 2012! We hope that this year is full of good times with family and friends, and leaves you plenty of time for creative pursuits.Sarah … [Read More...]
Happy New Year
We are planning a quiet New Year this year. I think a lovely dinner, some champagne, and a family movie will be a great way to see in 2012!For those of you planning something with a bit more Zing, there has been plenty … [Read More...]
Tim Tam Cake
It was Mr Sugar's birthday on Boxing Day, and Sarah made him a Tim Tam Cake. He loves chocolate and Tim Tam's are one of his favourite biscuits. For those of you unfamiliar with the delicious Arnotts Biscuit, a Tim Tam … [Read More...]
