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9 Pumpkin Projects to Sew This Fall

September 25, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

9 Pumpkin Projects to Sew This Fall Pumpkin season is one of my favourite times to sew. There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about bringing out warm fabrics, cosy textures, and autumn colours β€” and pumpkin motifs fit beautifully into fall, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: autumn, fall, fall sewing, Halloween, pumpkin, sewing patterns, thanksgiving

Pumpkin Patch Mugrugs

September 24, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

If you are looking for a fun way to add harvest charm to your home, check out my new pattern to create a set of cozy Pumpkin Patch Mugrugs. Featuring two unique pumpkin designs and a classic sawtooth star pattern, they are perfect for autumn … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: autumn, coaster, fall, foundation paper piecing, fpp, modern, mugrug, pumpkin, sewing pattern

Pumpkin Charms

September 10, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I've been designing a few new fall inspired patterns recently. This week I have the delightful Pumpkin Charms to share with you. This cute trio of foundation paper pieced pumpkins have been framed in 3-inch embroidery hoops and tied with gingham … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Halloween, Sewing Tagged With: autumn, fall sewing, Halloween, ornaments, pumpkin, thanksgiving

Falling Leaves Mugrug Collection

August 5, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Looking for a new cosy project to bridge the seasons? The Falling Leaves Mugrug Collection is a set of four unique mugrugs which celebrate autumn's splendour.Gather your favourite autumn toned fabrics for this set of mugrugs. They … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: autumn, beginner sewing, coaster, foundation paper piecing, fpp, mugrug

Fall Sewing Projects: Cosy and Colourful Projects for your Home

September 17, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Fall is a wonderful time to get creative with your sewing machine. Whether you want to make some cozy accessories for yourself or your home, or you want to gift something handmade to your loved ones, there are plenty of fall sewing projects to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: autumn, benefits of sewing, cosy, fabrics, inspiration, patchwork, pdf sewing pattern, sewing

Mushroom Ornament

September 10, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

*** Get your free Mushroom Ornament Pattern here. ***If you love sewing and crafting, you will love this free, beginner friendly pattern for the Mushroom Ornament. This fabric and felt ornament can be hung on your Christmas tree or used as a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: autumn, beginner, Christmas, Christmas decorations, Christmas table, fall, felt, ornament, scrapbuster, woodland

Pumpkin Placemat

September 17, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The Farmhouse Pumpkin Placemat is a quick, beginner friendly project to add a fall vibe to your home decor. You need a couple of fat quarters of fabric for your placemat, plus a small scrap of fabric for the pumpkin stem. In the original pattern, I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: autumn, beginner sewing pattern, fall, Halloween, pumpkin, sewing, sewing pattern, thanksgiving

Patchwork Acorn Coaster

August 21, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Our latest sewing pattern is an fall inspired project - the Patchwork Acorn Coaster Mug Rug. Featuring a polka dot linen cap, and a patchwork body, this sweet acorn coaster can be easily made in an afternoon. This is a fun project to use your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: autumn, coaster, DIY, fall, gifts to sew, mug rug, patchwork, quiting

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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.

πŸ’¬ 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.

πŸ“… Entries close 2 November 2026
Β πŸ“§ Winner drawn and notified by email on 3 November 2026

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

β€οΈπŸŽ„ 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.
πŸŽ„ At first glance it looks like a Christmas orname πŸŽ„ 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
Β πŸͺ‘ Perfect for sewing treats, gift cards, cash, beauty minis and Christmas goodies
Β πŸ“… Add numbered buttons and create an Advent countdown

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

The bundle includes:

πŸŽ„ 10 festive PDF sewing patterns
Β πŸͺ‘ 9 talented independent designers
 🎁 Over AUD $150 worth of patterns
 ❀️ Available from 5-10 November 2026

Want to win a bundle?

πŸŽ„ 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.

πŸ“… Entries close 2 November 2026
Β πŸ“§ Winner drawn and notified by email on 3 November 2026

Good luck β€οΈπŸŽ„

#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.Β 

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

Which project would you sew first?

πŸ’¬ Comment PATTERN and I'll send you a link to my pattern store.

πŸ“Œ Save this post for Christmas gift planning and holiday sewing inspiration.

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

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: 
πŸ₯‚ Champagne & a festive coupe glass
Β β˜• Hot chocolate & marshmallows
Β πŸ«– Christmas tea & shortbread
Β πŸ§€ Charcuterie treats & a tea towel

Which gift bundle is your favourite?

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

πŸ“Œ 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.

βœ‚οΈ Scallop 5mm
βœ‚οΈ Scallop 10mm
βœ‚οΈ 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.

πŸ’¬ COMMENT TOKEN for the free pattern link!

Scissors by @sohmo_au

#aspoonfulofsugar #sewingpattern #freepattern #scrapbusting #sewingproject
πŸŽ„ What's your Christmas sewing style? Are you dra πŸŽ„ 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
πŸŽ€ Classic
🏠 Handmade & Homely
🌸 Pastel

πŸ‘‡ 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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