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...]
Patchwork Pot Holder – Part 2
When you are in the kitchen baking as much as we are, you need a few pot holders! We like them to be pretty as well as functional. I used a few fat quarters of Wallflowers in this patchwork star. Stems in Aqua is one of … [Read More...]
Wholemeal Vienna Loaf
One of our New Years resolutions is to eat healthier. This resolution makes an appearance every New Year - possibly as a result of all the wonderful delicious treats we have consumed over the Christmas holiday period. … [Read More...]
How to Cover a Book
There is something wonderful about having new stationery at the start of the year. It is fresh, new, and full of possibilities. I like to get organised for the year ahead and have reorganised my desk. I needed a new … [Read More...]
5 Boredom Busters for School Holidays
The summer holiday period is our favourite time of year. We can relax and enjoy the beautiful summer weather (although it is forecast to reach 44 degrees C on Saturday!), sleep in, enjoy a slower pace of life and find … [Read More...]
Kit Kat Birthday Cake
Yesterday we celebrated Sarah's 17th birthday. When I asked her what type of birthday cake she would like, she immediately requested a Kit Kat Birthday cake. You have probably seen variations of this cake around the … [Read More...]
Chocolate Caramel Brownies
If you after delicious moist, dense, fudgey brownies, you can't go past Chocolate Caramel Brownies. The secret to these brownies is that they contain chopped Jersey Caramels which add a lovely caramel flavour. It is … [Read More...]
Patchwork Potholder
After a couple of hours of recreational sewing today, I had my first finish of 2014! I am still getting used to using my new Pfaff Quilt Expression 4.2. Before I tackle a quilt, I wanted to work on a few smaller … [Read More...]
Best Wishes for a Happy 2014
Wishing you all an extra special 2014. Do more of what makes you happy and dream big! We have plenty of exciting plans for A Spoonful of Sugar in 2014. Hope you will continue to follow us on our creative journey. Our … [Read More...]
