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Makers Gift Guide: 15 Handmade Gift Bags and Wrap

November 25, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

There’s something extra special about presenting a gift in handmade packaging. A fabric gift bag or wrap is more than just a way to cover a present—it’s a gift in itself. Whether you’re sewing for Christmas, birthdays, or any celebration, handmade … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bags, beginner sewing, Christmas sewing, gift bag, gift wrap, gifts to sew, holiday sewing, makers guide, pouches, scrap sewing

Ribbon Pouch

November 24, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

I’m excited to share my newest sewing pattern with you—the Ribbon Pouch (3 Sizes)! This beginner‑friendly design is quick to sew and perfect for turning fabric scraps into something truly special. I stitched up samples using some of my favourite … [Read more...]

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Makers Gift Guide: Gifts for Self-Care and Relaxation

November 10, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

In the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, sometimes the most meaningful gift is a gentle reminder to slow down. This week’s Makers Gift Guide is all about creating thoughtful, handmade gifts that encourage rest, reflection, and a little … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing, gifts, gifts to sew, mindfulness, quick sew, relaxation, scrap sewing, self-care

Handmade Gifts for Teachers & Coaches

October 26, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Heartfelt, practical, and easy-to-make projects to show appreciationTeachers and coaches are everyday heroes—mentors, motivators, and role models who give so much of themselves. Whether it’s the end of the school year, a holiday, or just a moment … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing, Christmas sewing, gift ready, gifts to sew, holiday sewing, makers gift guide, scrap friendly, sewing pattern

Liberty Mini Treat Pouch

October 14, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Liberty Mini Treat Pouch — a small stitch that feels luxeThis Liberty Mini Treat Pouch began as a desire to marry Liberty’s delicate prints with simple, tactile fabrics. The result is a tiny pouch that looks elevated on a shelf, feels beautiful … [Read more...]

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New Free Pattern: Threaded Tokens

October 6, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

If you love adding a handmade touch to your holiday gifting, I’m excited to share my latest free pattern—Threaded Tokens!These sweet little stitched tags are perfect for:They’re quick to make, beginner-friendly, and ideal for showcasing … [Read more...]

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Top 5 Mistakes Beginner Quilters Make (and How to Fix Them)

September 23, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Mistakes aren’t failures—they’re stepping stones. Every new quilter navigates bumps in the road, but with awareness and the right guidance, you’ll grow your confidence and skills faster than you think. Below are the five most common slip-ups I see in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Hints and Tips Tagged With: beginner quilting, beginner sewing, quilting tip, sewing maintenance, sewing room, sewing tip

Merry Little Christmas Sewing Projects

August 31, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

With the festive season just around the corner, I couldn’t resist diving into the new Merry Little Christmas fabric range by Tilda. This soft, nostalgic collection is brimming with vintage charm and has inspired a few delightful makes in my sewing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner friendly, beginner sewing, mini treat pouch, pouch, ribbon gift box, scrap friendly, sewing pattern, Tilda, tilda Australia, Tilda Merry Little Christmas

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A colourful little project that’s as practical as A colourful little project that’s as practical as it is pretty. The Dresden Needlebook is beginner friendly, scrap friendly, and wonderfully quick to sew — the perfect little gift‑ready make. It keeps your needles, pins, scissors, and notions organised with a felt page, two pockets, and a secure snap closure. Ideal for sewing on the go or adding a sweet handmade touch to a friend’s sewing kit.Pattern of the Week — 25% off. Comment NEEDLEBOOK for a link to the pattern. #sewingonthego #scrapfriendlysewing #quicksewingproject #handmadegiftsideas  #dresdenneedlebook
The sweetest little duo ✨ Two tiny pouches that ar The sweetest little duo ✨ Two tiny pouches that are beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for using up your favourite fabric scraps. They make the loveliest handmade gifts, and now you can sew both with the Handy Drawstring Pouch + Mini Treat Pouch bundle.You also save 25% when you buy the bundle - a little thank you for buying our most popular pouch patterns.Tell me… which one would you sew first?Patterns linked in bio. Comment BAGDUO for the bundle link.Fabric Credit: Tilda Songbird collection. Thanks to @tilda_australia#tildasongbird #ilovetilda #beginnersewingpatterns #sewingcommunity #makersgonnamake
Turning pretty fabric scraps into something sweet Turning pretty fabric scraps into something sweet — this Handy Drawstring Pouch is such a joy to sew. It’s beginner‑friendly, quick to make, and the perfect little gift for anyone who loves handmade touches. Comment HANDY for the pattern link. Made in the beautiful Tilda Songbird collection. Pattern available in our Pattern store.Shown with our free pattern for the Threaded Tokens.Thanks to @Tilda_Australia for the fabric gift. #tildasongbird #tildafabric #sewingpattern #beginnersew #stashfriendly
Sharing a closer look at the Handy Drawstring Pouc Sharing a closer look at the Handy Drawstring Pouch today — a sweet little project that’s as practical as it is pretty. I stitched this one in the blue and gold colourway of the Tilda Songbird collection and love how the soft watercolour florals shine in a small make. The pouch features cleverly shaped panels (with no boxed corners), stands tall when in use, and folds completely flat for storage. It’s also reversible, which makes it such a fun and versatile sew.   These little pouches are perfect for organising your sewing room, gifting to a friend, or popping into a project bag.The pattern includes three sizes, and you can find it in both my Pattern Store and Etsy shop. Comment HANDY and I’ll send the link straight to your inbox.A big thank you to @tilda_australia for gifting the beautiful fabric.#tildasongbird #drawstringbagpattern #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #tildafabrics #sewingproject
Why sewists love the Baker’s Buddy… Smooth curves, Why sewists love the Baker’s Buddy… Smooth curves, no fiddly binding, and a beginner‑friendly construction that comes together fast. It’s practical, gift‑friendly, and one of my most popular 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 link to the pattern (available in our Pattern Store and Etsy shop).#sewinggifts #beginnerfriendlysewing #smallquiltedgift #quicksewing #sewingcommunity
I’ve had so much fun sewing with the beautiful new I’ve had so much fun sewing with the beautiful new Tilda Songbird collection — soft pastels, tiny motifs, and so many sweet details. Here’s a look at the beginner‑friendly projects I’ve made so far, perfect for gifting or using up your favourite scraps.You’ll find the paid patterns in my shop, and both free patterns (Love Tag + Threaded Tokens) are linked in my profile. What project is your favourite?Thanks for following along with my Songbird projects this month. I can’t wait to share more. Thanks to @Tilda_Australia for the fabric.#tildasongbird #iloveTilda #smallsewingprojects #makersgonnamake #sewingpatterns
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