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Vintage Flower Sampler Quilt {Book Review}

May 22, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

I was so excited to be given an advance copy of a new quilting title from one of my favourite fabric and quilt designers, Atsuko Matsuyma. I have long admired the work done by this talented Japanese designer and my most treasured fabric are from her … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: Atsuko Matsuyama, book review, quilt, quilt block

{Book Review} Home Sweet Home Sewing

October 19, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Home Sweet Home Sewing  is the newly released and much anticipated book by the talented Helen Philipps. It is packed full of sweet and practical items to make as gifts or for yourself. It is such a pretty book and will certainly inspire you to give … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: book review

{Book Review} A Piece of Cake

August 19, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

 A Piece of Cake - Sweet and Simple Quilts from Layer Cake Squares, is the newly released book by Peta Peace from She Quilt's A Lot.  If you have a collection of layer cakes and are searching for inspiration on ways to use them, you will love this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quilting, Sewing Tagged With: book review, mini quilt, patchwork, quilt, quilting

{Book Review & Giveaway} Weekend Quilting

May 29, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 78 Comments

Weekend Quilting: Quilt and Unwind with Simple Designs to Sew in No Time  is the wonderful new quilting book by talented West Australian quilter, Jemima Flendt from Tied with a Ribbon.  I have been following Jemima's quilting adventures for many … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: book review, foundation paper piecing

Made for Baby Book Review and Tour

May 8, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

Made for Baby, Cute Sewn Gifts is the newly released and much anticipated book by the talented Ayda Algin from Cafenohut. It is packed full of sweet and practical items to make for babies and little ones. What I love most about the book is that all … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: baby, book review, children, EPP

Happy Flower Quilts

January 25, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 91 Comments

I have always been drawn to the amazing work done by Japanese quilter and fabric designer,  Atsuko Matsuyama. I bought her book several years ago (the Chinese translation) and was absolutely thrilled when I discovered it had recently been translated … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quilting, Sewing Tagged With: book review

Monogrammed Sachets

January 8, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

One of my craft goals for 2017 is to spend more time enjoying the process of creating. I plan to enjoy more slow hand stitching - cross stitch, embroidery, hand quilting. When I spotted the #2017sewingbookchallenge over on instagram - I knew it was … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Embroidery/Cross stitch, Mother's Day, Sewing Tagged With: book review, cross stitch, lavender, Liberty, monogram

{Book Review} Happy Crochet Book by Carolina Guzman

December 4, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

One and Two Company's Happy Crochet Book: Patterns That Make Your Kids Smile by Carolina Guzman (from One and Two Company) is packed full of fun and cheerful crochet patterns that are perfect to crochet for little ones. The book includes both … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet Tagged With: book review, crochet, toys

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🌿 Spring is in the Air! 🌿Nothing says spri 🌿 Spring is in the Air! 🌿Nothing says spring quite like blooming gardens, chirping birds, and a cozy little birdhouse! 🐦🌷 Bring a touch of nature to your quilting with our Birdhouse FPP Block, available in four sizes (3″, 4″, 5″, and 6″).This scrap-friendly design is perfect for adding charm to quilts, pouches, bags, and more! Whether you're a foundation paper piecing beginner or a seasoned pro, this block will make your projects sing. 🎶🧵 Grab your favorite colorful fabric scraps 🏡 Create the cutest birdhouses 🎨 Get creative with your spring-inspired designs.Ready to start stitching? Comment BIRDHOUSE and I'll send you a link to this fun quilt block.Tag us in your makes—we’d love to see your Birdhouse Blocks in action! 🌿✨#QuiltingFun #FPPQuilting #SpringSewing #BirdhouseBlock #ASpoonfulOfSugarDesigns #beginnerfpp #beginnerquilter
🌈 Rainbow Pouch 🌈My latest rainbow pouch i 🌈 Rainbow Pouch 🌈My latest rainbow pouch is made using an assortment of my favourite Japanese small scale floral prints in all the colours of the rainbow. Most of the fabrics are designed by Atsuko Matsuyama. I love the pretty colours and floral prints.Rainbow Pouch is a fun way to showcase your favourite colourful prints. I combined the rainbow pocket with sweet polka dot linen fabric and a lovely pink striped zipper.If you would love to make your own rainbow pouch, you can find the pattern in our Etsy Shop and Pattern Store. Store links are in our profile.What would you put in your Rainbow Pouch?#rainbowpouch #pouchmakker #sewfun #sewsweet #sewingpattern #giftstosew #sewingcommunity #scrappysewing #atsukomatsuyama
🌟 5 Tips for Sewing for Men 🌟Struggling to 🌟 5 Tips for Sewing for Men 🌟Struggling to find the perfect handmade project for the men in you life? Comment MEN and I'll send you a link to our article with 10 great ideas.Whether your sewing for Fathers Day, birthdays, or just because - these 5 essential tips will help you create gifts they'll actually love!🧵 Choose masculine fabrics
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🧵 Tailors projects to hobbies and interests
🧵 Stick to sleek and simpleSwipe through for project ideas. Want more inspiration? Comment MEN for a link to our article.  Save this for when you need inspiration.What is your go to project for guys?#sewingformen #handmadegifts #DIYgifts #makersgonnamake #sewfun #giftstosew
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