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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...]

Yoyo Pegs

I couldn't resist making another batch of mini yoyo's with some fabric scraps. This time I used fabrics that reminded me of farmers markets - ginghams, dots, and cherries. After making lemon curd last week, I am planning … [Read More...]

Easy Lemon Curd

I love to make preserves and jams. There is something about the process of turning fresh produce into a bottled treat that really appeals to me. In our busy world of buying pre packaged items, it is very satisfying to … [Read More...]

10 Essential Sewing Tools

When I first started quilting, I purchased a basic rotary cutter, cutting mat, and one ruler. This was all the I used for the first few years. More recently I have expanded my quilting and sewing tool equipment. I am … [Read More...]

Charm Square Fabric Tray

If you are like us and have some orphan charm squares in your sewing stash, you can put them to good use by whipping up some Charm Square Fabric Trays. These fabric trays are a quick beginner project. I shared photos of … [Read More...]

{Book Review and Giveaway} Margaret Fulton’s Baking Classics

Margaret Fulton's Baking Classics is a beautiful book that includes over 80 recipes to inspire you in the kitchen. Margaret Fulton is one of Australia's most well known cookery writers with more than 25 titles to her … [Read More...]

Glazed Carrot Cupcakes

Even when we are really busy, we always try and do some weekend baking to stock the freezer with some treats for the week ahead. Our household is very busy with work and study commitments. We are up early and three of us … [Read More...]

Crochet Rug

It has been a year in the making, but I have finally finished my crochet rug. If you follow us on Instagram, you have probably seen progress shots of this rug which I started back in April 2014. It has been a good … [Read More...]

Mini Yoyo Wreath

One of my favourite sewing magazines is Cotton Time, a Japanese magazine that is packed with cute zakka projects to sew. I have picked up a few issues over the years on trips to Japan, and managed to find a copy at … [Read More...]

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✨ Scrappy projects to sew this weekend ✂️💗 If you’ ✨ Scrappy projects to sew this weekend ✂️💗 If you’ve been saving your prettiest little fabric leftovers… this one’s for you.Here are 10 quick + pretty scrap‑friendly projects you can sew in an hour or two. Beginner‑friendly, satisfying, and perfect for using those tiny pieces you can’t bear to throw away.Save this for the next time you need a burst of sewing inspiration.Comment PATTERNS for a link to our pattern store — all patterns are available in our shop and our Etsy store.Which one will you sew first?#sewingprojects #scrapbusting #scrapsewing #sewinginspiration #sewingideas
Weekend sewing sorted ✂️  Grab my FREE Pyramid We Weekend sewing sorted ✂️ Grab my FREE Pyramid Weights pattern — perfect for scrap busting and gift making.Comment PYRAMID and I’ll send it straight to you.  Fabric Details: Tilda Something Blue, with thanks to @tilda_australia#sewingproject #sewingtutorial #sewingpattern #freesewingpattern #scrapbusting
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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