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Books for Bakers and Cooks

December 5, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Sarah and I had a big day of Christmas shopping this week and now have lots of gift wrapping to do. We love to buy books as gifts - there is such a huge range of titles available and you can usually find the perfect book that suits the interests of … [Read more...]

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{Book Reviews} Paper Blooms, and Quick and Easy Quilting Patterns

November 12, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Paper Blooms, 25 Extraordinary Flowers to Make for Weddings, Celebrations, & More, by Jeffrey Rudell is brimming with innovative and modern flower designs. The flowers can be used as elegant home décor accents or to decorate your next … [Read more...]

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{Book Reviews} Crochet Titles

October 25, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Crochet lovers will be inspired by these two new titles.The Finer Edge - Crocheted Trims, Motifs, and Borders, by Kristin Omdahl is a collection of 40 different edging designs that can be used as trims or finishes to other projects, or can be … [Read more...]

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{Book Reviews} Christmas Craft Titles

October 10, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Christmas is our favourite time of the year and it never fails to inspire us to engage in crafting and baking. We recently received two Christmas craft titles filled with loads of holiday craft/sewing inspiration. If you are starting to plan some … [Read more...]

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{Book Review} Celebrate With a Stitch

September 24, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Celebrate with a Stitch by Mandy Shaw includes over 20 sewing, stitching, and embroidery projects for every occasion. The book is all about celebrating special events like a new baby, a wedding, birthdays and Christmas, by making and creating special … [Read more...]

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{Book Review} Hoop-La – 100 Things to do with Embroidery Hoops

September 17, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

Hoop-La, 100 Things to Do With Embroidery Hoops by Kirsty Neale is brimming with inspiring and creative uses for the humble embroidery hoop. Who would have thought that a plain wooden hoop can be transformed into so many different works of art? … [Read more...]

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{Book Reviews} Sewing Titles

August 2, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

We have two new titles for sewing lovers today.Sew Pretty T-Shirt Dresses by Sweet Seams contains more than 25 easy, pattern free designs for little girls. The dresses all start with a basic T-Shirt. Fabric and embellishments are then added to … [Read more...]

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{Book Reviews} Playing with Paper, & The Ultimate Handbook for Paper Crafters

July 18, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

If you love working with paper as much as we do, you will love these new titles.Playing with Paper {Illuminating, Engineering, and Reimagining Paper Art} by Helen Hiebert is a delightful collection of paper techniques and projects, that will have … [Read more...]

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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
A tiny basket that’s endlessly useful and so much A tiny basket that’s endlessly useful and so much fun to sew. This Bitsy Basket is made in the beautiful Tilda Songbird collection and filled with a few sewing favourites — the perfect way to turn small scraps into something sweet and giftable.It comes together quickly, uses very little fabric, and looks adorable with a Threaded Token atrached (the Threaded Token pattern is free — you’ll find the link in my profile).Comment BASKET and I’ll send you the link to the Bitsy Basket pattern in my shop.Shown in the gorgeous Tilda Songbird range. Thanks to @tilda_australia . Styled with a few sewing goodies from @sohmo_au  
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A little Valentine’s stitching, penguin‑style. The A little Valentine’s stitching, penguin‑style. These sweet penguins always make people smile — which one would you sew first?Comment PENGUIN for the pattern link (available in our pattern store and Etsy shop).Pattern: Penguin Love Mugrug#penguinlove #valentinesewing #sewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing #makersgonnamake
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