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  • The Art of Small Makes: Why 1–2 Hour Projects Spark Creativity

    The Art of Small Makes: Why 1–2 Hour Projects Spark Creativity
  • Quadra Pouch – Tilda Edition (Beginner‑Friendly & Scrap‑Friendly)

    Quadra Pouch – Tilda Edition (Beginner‑Friendly & Scrap‑Friendly)
  • Tilda Something Blue – Sewing Inspiration & Project Ideas

    Tilda Something Blue – Sewing Inspiration & Project Ideas
  • Why You’ll Want to Sew these Pyramid Weights

    Why You’ll Want to Sew these Pyramid Weights
  • What To Do With Selvedges (and Why I Save Every One)

    What To Do With Selvedges (and Why I Save Every One)

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...]

Peter Rabbit High Tea

We celebrated Easter with a Peter Rabbit inspired high tea for our extended family. I have always loved the timeless appeal of Peter Rabbit and enjoyed reading Beatrix Potters tales when I was a child and then again when … [Read More...]

Zippered House Pouch

The Zippered House Pouch is a sweet, zakka style project which provides plenty of opportunity for you to add your own decorative touches to really make it your own. Featuring an exposed lace zipper, it can be easily … [Read More...]

Mushroom House Bag

Gather your favourite polka dot fabrics, trims, buttons, beads, and fabric scraps - to create a one of a kind Mushroom House Pouch. There is plenty of opportunity for you to add your own special details.These … [Read More...]

Mushroom House Pouch

My latest pattern design is a sweet and whimsical Mushroom House Pouch which can be used to store small treasures, toys, sewing/craft supplies, or other small items. It can also be used as a gift bag - which is like … [Read More...]

Scrappy Carrot Bunting

Decorating for Holidays is one of my favourite activities. Christmas is my favourite time of year but Easter is a close second. I have been busy making some home made touches to decorate our home for Easter. My latest … [Read More...]

Easter Coaster Pattern

Holidays are extra special with the addition of small handmade touches. My current sewing focus is our upcoming Easter holiday and making some pretty patchwork additions to our Easter decorating. My latest sewing … [Read More...]

Bunny Coaster

I love decorating my home for holidays. As summer is slowly coming to an end, I am starting to plan for Easter. My latest pdf sewing pattern is the Bunny Coaster - perfect for Easter, springtime, or any time! This is … [Read More...]

Zakka Card Wallet

Scrap buster projects are amongst my favourite. It is always fun to incorporate your treasured scraps to make a new item so that no scrap goes unwasted. If you are looking for a fun scrap buster project for your … [Read More...]

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A little Something Blue for your Thursday evening. A little Something Blue for your Thursday evening. This Dresden Needlebook is one of my favourite small makes — quick to sew, beginner friendly, and so practical. I love how neatly it holds scissors, needles, pins, and little notions, all wrapped up with a sweet Dresden on the cover.If you’d like to sew one too, comment NEEDLEBOOK and I’ll send you the pattern link.Fabric Details: Tilda Something Blue - with thanks to @tilda_australiaPattern Details: Dresden Needlebook Sewing Pattern - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop#sewingproject #sewingreels #sewinginspiration #tildafabric #tildasomethingblue
The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨ Smooth curves The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨ Smooth curves, no fiddly binding, and a beginner‑friendly construction that comes together fast. The Baker’s Buddy is practical, gift‑friendly, and one of my most‑made patterns because it actually gets used in the kitchen.If you’re looking for a quick win that looks impressive and is useful, this is the one. Comment BAKER and I’ll send you the pattern link (available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop).#sewinggifts #beginnerfriendlysewing #smallquiltedgift #quicksewing #sewingcommunity
Pretty in Pink 💗 A quick burst of pink inspiration Pretty in Pink 💗 A quick burst of pink inspiration for your next sewing project — 16 sweet makes in under 6 seconds. All beginner‑friendly and perfect for using your favourite fabrics.All of the patterns are available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Comment PATTERNS and I’ll send you the store link.#pinksewingprojects #colourcrushseries #sewinginspiration #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #sewingpatternlove
Colour Crush Series: Pink 💗 Kicking off a new seri Colour Crush Series: Pink 💗 Kicking off a new series with 10 of my favourite pink makes — sweet, pretty, and full of sewing inspiration. Each week I’ll be sharing a new colour collection, so you’ll have a whole rainbow of ideas to save ✂️✨All of the patterns featured are available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Comment PATTERNS and I’ll send you the store link.#colourcrushseries
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This little gift bag is such a bright and happy se This little gift bag is such a bright and happy sew — the Ruby Star fabric makes it feel extra fun and modern ✂️✨ It’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, quick to sew, and one of my favourite little giftable projects.Comment MINI and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Mini Drawstring Gift Bag - pattern available in my Pattern Store and Etsy shop.#minidrawstringgiftbag #sewingprojectideas #sewingpatternlove #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #weekendsewingproject
The Quadra Pouch is such a fun and satisfying sew The Quadra Pouch is such a fun and satisfying sew — four coordinated fabrics, a clever flat base, and a sweet drawstring closure that pops open beautifully ✂️✨ It’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for gifts, organising your sewing space, or weekend sewing.Comment QUADRA and I’ll send you a link to the pattern.#quadrapouch #sewingprojectideas #sewingpatternlove #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #weekendsewingproject
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