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Easter Baskets to Make

February 16, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 34 Comments

With Easter only 6 weeks away, we have been designing some Mini Easter Baskets to make using small pieces of  felt and ribbon from our stash.  We celebrate Easter in a fairly low key way. We usually have a lovely meal with our family and share some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Gift Wrapping, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: bag, felt, ribbon

Drawstring Pouch

September 18, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

Drawstring Pouches are so handy - perfect for storing all manner of things. Using the Pretty Drawstring Pouch Tutorial, we enlarged the pattern by 3/4 inch on all sides to make a slightly larger pouch. These ones have been decorated with a patch of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: bag

Bridal Shoe Bag

June 7, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

I was cleaning out my wardrobe last weekend and sorting through my clothes. On the top shelf of my wardrobe I have stored my wedding dress, shoes, veil, wedding cards, and other mementos from our wedding. Of course I got side tracked in my cleaning … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: bag, gifts, shoes, wedding

Emergency Zippered Pouch

June 3, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

Here are some more Emergency Zippered Pouches made up over the weekend.These ones were made using some Bliss fabric that I had in my stash. They take a little less than an hour to make so are the perfect project when time is short.Sarah and I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Back to School, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials, Travel Tagged With: bag, gifts, zipper

Kitchen Project: Plastic Bag Dispenser

March 31, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

As part of our family room/kitchen makeover, I am re-freshing our living area area by introducing lots of accents in white and aqua, with splashes of other colours. I have ordered some new fabrics and have lots of projects planned over the next few … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: bag, kitchen

Tutorial: Emergency Zippered Pouch

March 26, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 43 Comments

Thanks for all the lovely comments on our Emergency Zippered Pouch. We had a number of requests for a tutorial so you can make your own. They really are a handy size and perfect to put a few first aid supplies in your handbag.Best of all, they … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials, Travel Tagged With: bag, zipper

What’s Your Emergency?

March 22, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 21 Comments

There are lots of "Emergency" supplies needed when you travel -  emergency money, emergency credit card, emergency chocolate, emergency make-up, and emergency first aid supplies.I made up a small emergency zippered pouch for Sarah to take on her … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: bag, zipper

The Parisian Pouch

February 27, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

Regular readers of our blog, may recall the zippered pouches that we made here, here, and here. We have had a lot of enquiries about this pattern over the past year or so. It is such a handy size and shape and is perfect for all manner of things.I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, zipper

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A little patchwork magic for Spring 🐰✨ This Bunny A little patchwork magic for Spring 🐰✨ This Bunny Coaster comes together so quickly — perfect for scraps, gifting, or adding a sweet touch to your table.Comment BUNNY for the pattern link. Pattern is available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#bunnycoaster #eastersewing #scrapbusting #patchworkprojects #eastercrafts
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My most‑made gift? The Bakers Buddy Mitt.Here ar My most‑made gift? The Bakers Buddy Mitt.Here are 3 reasons it’s always on my sewing table:
• No binding, which means it’s quick and beginner‑friendly
• Layers of Insul-Brite + batting to protect your hand
• A modern shape that looks beautiful in any stash fabricWant the pattern link? Comment BAKER and I’ll send it straight to your inbox.Perfect for gifting, scrap‑friendly, and such a satisfying make.Pattern details: Bakers Buddy Mitt (available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop).#quicksewingproject #beginnersewing #makersgonnamake #scrapbusting #giftideas
Why makers love this little pouch duo ✨The Hand Why makers love this little pouch duo ✨The Handy Drawstring Pouch + Mini Treat Pouch make such a sweet set — all beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for using up your favourite fabric scraps. They’re lovely for gifting, organising, or adding a pop of colour to your sewing space.You’ll get both patterns in the bundle, and you’ll also save 25% — a thank you for choosing two of our most‑loved pouch designs.Which pouch would you sew first?Patterns linked in bio. Comment BAGDUO for the bundle link.Fabric: Tilda Songbird collection, kindly supported by @tilda_australia.#sewingcommunity #pouchmaker #beginnersewer #scrapfriendly #sewingpattern
The Scalloped Gift Bag is such a sweet little make The Scalloped Gift Bag is such a sweet little make — beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for Easter or spring gifting. The colourful felt stars (or hearts!) are a lovely way to use your favourite felt scraps, and the scalloped edging adds that extra touch of charm.Comment SCALLOP for the pattern link.Pattern Details: Scalloped Gift Bag Pattern ( available in our Pattern Store & Etsy Shop)#scallopedgiftbag #sewingpattern #eastersewing #scrapfriendlysewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
The Ribbon Gift Box is back for Pattern of the Wee The Ribbon Gift Box is back for Pattern of the Week — and this fresh spring version in Tilda Creating Memories feels so sweet. It’s a reusable little box with a clever base, a ribbon closure, and it even folds flat for storage. A quick, satisfying make for Easter gifting or small treats.Comment BOX for the link — it’s 25% off this week only.#ribbongiftbox #sewingpattern #giftsewing #tildafabric #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
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