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Sew Cute

June 25, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Sew Cute: Crafting Unique Gifts and Treasures from ScrapsSewing is not just a hobby; it's a journey into the heart of creativity, especially when it involves crafting cute, one-of-a-kind items. There's something incredibly special about receiving … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: babies, bags, beginner, children, cute, pdf pattern, scraps, sewing, sewing patterns, whimsical

Circus Tote

January 28, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

One of my favourite patterns is the Circus Bag. In this version, I have used the gorgeous fabric from the Tilda Jubilee collection. I love how these fabrics have a vintage and whimsical feel, perfect for creating a circus-themed bag for kids (or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: children, circus, drawstring bag, pouch, Tilda, Tilda Jubilee, tote

Teaching Children to Sew: A Fun and Creative Activity for the Whole Family

July 15, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

If you're looking for a fun and creative way to spend some quality time with your kids, why not teach them how to sew using a sewing machine? Sewing is a valuable skill that can foster their imagination, confidence, and independence. Plus, it's a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Family Fun, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner, children, sewing, sewing patterns, sewing tutorials, teaching, teaching children to sew

Rainbow Collection

July 4, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I recently had the opportunity to sew with new release fabric designed by Jemima Flendt of Tied with A Ribbon. Her latest fabric range is called Baby on Trend Storybook Volume 2. This fabric arrived in stores this week and is printed by 2 Green … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: baby, children, gifts to sew, pdf sewing pattern, pouch

Handy Drawstring Bag

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

Tilda Tiny Farm fabric is perfect for projects for children with its sweet farmhouses, farm animals, gardening tools, flowers and more! The soft colour palette and whimsical illustrations will look great in a modern nursery or toy room. Children … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: children, Etsy, sewing pattern, Tilda

Mini Toy Basket

August 16, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

When you have little ones, you can never have too many storage containers to keep toys and supplies organised. I used my Mini Fabric Basket pdf sewing pattern to make a mini toy basket. It is perfectly sized to hold Lego's and other small toys to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: basket, children, Etsy, pdf pattern

Children’s Hexagon Placemat and Coaster Set

August 2, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Tilda Maple Farm and Tilda Tiny Farm are the newest fabric ranges from Tilda. I was fortunate to receive a pre-release bundle from Two Green Zebras and have made 4 projects featuring these sweet fabrics, which I will be sharing over the new couple … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: baby, children, Etsy, hexagon, sewing pattern, Tilda

Bath Time Buddies

June 23, 2019 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

 Make bathtime fun with these easy to construct Bath Mitts using our beginner friendly pdf pattern, Bath Time Buddies.When I was invited to be part of the Tilda Plum Garden showcase and received the pretty fabric collection, I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: baby shower, bathroom, children, face washer, pdf pattern

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🌈 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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🧵 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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🌈 Mix bold and soft tones for stunning contrastWant to try it? Fusion Cat Coaster Pattern is available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. (Link in our profile).Which colours would you love to fuse together? Drop your favourites below.#quiltinglove #fabricmagic #ombrequilting #colourfusion #quiltingcommunity #handmade #fusioncatcoaster
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