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{Book Reviews} Just Your Style and Art Quilting

September 25, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

This week we are reviewing two titles that will interest Quilters.Just Your Style by Gudrun Erla includes designs to make 7 different quilts. What we love about this book is that each quilt is shown in two different colourways, so whether your … [Read more...]

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{Book Reviews} Artful Halloween, and Party Ensembles

September 16, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

This week we are reviewing two titles that will be of interest to those of you that love to decorate for Holidays and put together Parties for special occasions.Artful Halloween: 31 Frightfully Elegant Projects by Susan Wasinger, is packed with … [Read more...]

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{Book Reviews} Home Sewn Home; & Tilda’s Spring Ideas

August 30, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

Home Sewn Home: 20 Projects to Make for the Retro Home, by Sally Walton is a sweet book that has some lovely, practical home projects for lovers of vintage and retro. Most of the projects have been made with recycled vintage fabrics and supplies, … [Read more...]

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{Book Reviews} Knot Thread Stitch, and Baby & Kids Quilts.

August 23, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Knot Thread Stitch: Exploring Creativity Through Embroidery and Mixed Media by Lisa Solomon incorporates traditional embroidery techniques into contemporary projects to give this craft a modern and fresh look.The book begins with a helpful section … [Read more...]

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{Book Reviews} Heart Felt Holidays and Crochet Garden

August 16, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

We have two fabulous titles for felt and yarn lovers this week.Heart-Felt Holidays: 40 Festive Felt Projects to Celebrate the Seasons by Kathy Sheldon and Amanda Carestio, is bought to you by the authors of the highly popular Fa la la la Felt. It … [Read more...]

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{Book Reviews} The 150 Healthiest Slow Cooker Recipes, and Sweet Bitesize Bakes

August 10, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

We have two fabulous titles this week for the home cook.The 150 Healthiest Slow Cooker Recipes on Earth, by Jonny Bowden and Jeannette Bessinger is a great resource for family meals. During the winter months, our Slow Cooker is well used, but we are … [Read more...]

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Craft as Therapy

August 8, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

As an Occupational Therapist, I understand the value of engaging in meaningful activity - be it employment, voluntary work, or art and craft activities. From working in the disability sector, I have seen so many benefits  for people who have a … [Read more...]

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{Book Review} The Sewing Workshop and Stash Happy Applique

August 3, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

If you love sewing smaller projects for yourself, for gifts, or for the home, you will love the titles we are reviewing this week!The Sewing Workshop: Learn to Sew with 30+ Easy, Pattern-Free Projects by Linda Lee has an inspiring collection of … [Read more...]

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The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨ The Baker’s The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨The Baker’s Buddy Mitt is one of those projects that never leaves my sewing table — smooth curves, no fiddly binding, and a construction that’s genuinely beginner‑friendly. It comes together fast, looks
beautifully shaped, and is one of my most‑gifted makes because it actually gets used in the kitchen.Here’s why makers love it:
• No binding (yes, really!)
• Modern silhouette that works with any stash fabric
• Insul‑Brite + batting layers for hand protection
• Quick, practical, and gift‑readyIf you’re after a satisfying project that looks impressive and is useful, this is the one.Comment BAKER and I’ll send you the pattern link (available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop).#sewinggifts #beginnersewing #quicksewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing
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Meet the Hexie House Placemat — a sweet, two‑size Meet the Hexie House Placemat — a sweet, two‑size project stitched here in Tilda Village Life. It’s beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for adding a little handmade charm to your table.Want the link? Comment HEXIE and I'll send you the link to the Hexie House Placemat plus the other placemats in the series.Save this reel for your weekend sewing and tag me if you make one —I'd love to see your version. 🏡Pattern Details: Hexie House Placemat (2 Sizes) Sewing Pattern - Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy ShopFabric Credit: Tilda Village Life (releasing on 1 October), with thanks to @tilda_australia#hexiehouseplacemat #hexieplacemat  #fppsewing #tildafabric #tildavillagelife
The Handy Drawstring Pouch is one of those project The Handy Drawstring Pouch is one of those projects you’ll sew again and again — quick, scrap‑friendly, and endlessly useful. It opens wide, cinches neatly, and makes the sweetest little gift bag or everyday organiser. In this version I’m using Tilda Songbird, which gives it such a soft, pretty finish.If you’re looking for a fast weekend sew or a stash‑friendly project, this one is always a favourite.💬 Comment HANDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern: Handy Drawstring Pouch (3 Sizes) — available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric: Tilda Songbird — thanks to @tilda_australia#handydrawstringpouch #tildasongbird #tildafabrics #sewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing
The Luma Bucket is such a sweet and practical proj The Luma Bucket is such a sweet and practical project — perfect for storing threads, notions, yarn, and all the little things that brighten your sewing space.In this reel I’m sharing the two sizes made without the star block, starting with them nested and then showing the structure, base, and handles. I’ve filled the small bucket with perle cotton balls so you can see how much it holds.It’s a quick, satisfying sew and a lovely way to use favourite fabrics or scraps. Make one for your sewing room or as a thoughtful handmade gift.💬 Comment LUMA and I’ll send you the pattern link.
Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#lumabucket #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpattern #makersgonnamake
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The Fall Sewing Pattern Bundle is available this w The Fall Sewing Pattern Bundle is available this week only 🍁Four cosy autumn favourites — Mushroom House Pouch, Patchwork Acorn Coaster, Falling Leaves Mugrugs, and the Hexie Pumpkin Placemat.Perfect for seasonal sewing, gifting, and using your favourite scraps.Comment FALLBUNDLE and I’ll send you the bundle link. Available in our Pattern Store.#fallsewing #sewingpattern #autumnmakes #sewingcommunity #gifttosew
The Makers Caddy is one of my favourite practical The Makers Caddy is one of my favourite practical sewing projects —sturdy, roomy, and perfect for keeping your creative supplies organised.
Use it to store knitting essentials or everyday sewing tools. It’s such a satisfying project to sew and use.💬 Comment CADDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#makerscaddy #sewingcommunity #sewingpattern #makersgonnamake
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