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How to Make a Laundry Bag

February 22, 2013 By Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

We love to travel and have got packing down to a fine art. When we are moving from place to place, it can be challenge to keep our suitcases organised (especially when we have been shopping). We have made some travel sized laundry bags to keep in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: bag, ripstop nylon, sewing tutorial, travel

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

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✨ Christmas in July ✨ A little festive sewing joy ✨ Christmas in July ✨A little festive sewing joy — 10 sweet projects to spark your creativity and help you get ahead on handmade gifts. Think hexies, tiny houses, cheerful coasters, and small makes that bring instant Christmas magic.If you’re starting your festive sewing early this year, comment CHRISTMAS and I’ll send you the pattern links.🎄 Scrap‑friendly 🎁 Perfect for gifting 🌟 Beginner‑friendly 📥 Instant downloads#christmasinjuly #christmassewing #festivesewing #sewinginspiration #makersgonnamakr
A little hexie magic for your day ✨ This sweet pou A little hexie magic for your day ✨ This sweet pouch comes together with slow‑stitched hexies, a fussy‑cut back, and that satisfying curved base — a gentle, beginner‑friendly make that’s perfect for scraps and gifting.If you’d like to sew your own version, comment GARDEN and I’ll send the pattern link straight to your inbox.🧵 EPP flower 🌸 Fussy‑cut back 🎁 Lovely for gifting 📥 Instant downloadPattern Details: Hexie Garden Pouch - available in my Pattern StoreFabric Credit: Tilda Songbird, with thanks @tilda_australia#hexiegardenpouch #englishpaperpiecing #eppsewing #scrapfriendlysewing #pouchpattern
Whimsy is having a moment — sweet details, playful Whimsy is having a moment — sweet details, playful shapes, and projects that spark pure sew‑joy. Here are 10 whimsical sewing ideas to brighten your creative time and add a little magic to your makes ✨The Mid‑Year Sale ends soon — save 25% off storewide in both our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop (excluding bundles).Comment PATTERNS and I’ll send you the link to browse. What whimsy would you sew first?#sewinginspiration #whimsicalsewing #sewingprojects #scrapbusting #sewingpatterns
Flower Power Pouch in Tilda Old Rose — a sweet lit Flower Power Pouch in Tilda Old Rose — a sweet little make that’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, gift‑ready, and quick to sew. The tiny hexie detail adds such a charming touch. Comment FLOWER for a link to the pattern.The Mid‑Year Sale on now, you can save 25% storewide (excluding bundles) in both our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Pattern Details: Flower Power Pouch Sewing Pattern (Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop)#tildafabric #sewingpattern #beginnersewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing #giftablemakes
✨ 10 Pretty Projects to Sew in Under an Hour ✂️ 💗 ✨ 10 Pretty Projects to Sew in Under an Hour ✂️💗 If you’re in the mood for a quick, pretty make this weekend, here are some of my favourite fast projects. They’re beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for gifting or organising your sewing space.Mid‑Year Sale is on now — 25% off storewide for 4 days only (Excludes bundles.) Available in both our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Comment PATTERNS and I’ll send you the store link.Save this carousel for the next time you need a burst of sewing inspiration.#sewingprojects #scrapsewing #scrapbusting #beginnersewing #quicksewingprojects
Packing light? This little kit makes it sew easy ✨ Packing light? This little kit makes it sew easy ✨ The Travel Sewing Kit is compact, clever, and surprisingly roomy—perfect for safety pins, needles, mini scissors, and all your on‑the‑go essentials. Whether you’re heading to a retreat, stitching in a café, or just want tidy tools at home, this pouch will be your new best friend.✔ Beginner‑friendly ✔ Stash‑friendly ✔ Quick to sew ✔ Folds flat for easy packing🧵 Find the pattern in our Pattern Store + Etsy Shop!👇 Comment TRAVEL and I’ll DM you the link!#sewingonthego #travelsewingkit #handmadepouch #diysewing #sewinglove
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