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Chocolate and Vanilla Swirl Cookies

October 25, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

Chocolate and vanilla are our favourite cookie flavours. Sarah has combined them in these Chocolate and Vanilla Swirl Cookies. They look really effective with the swirl. We might make a big batch of these for Christmas.Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cookies, Recipes Tagged With: Chocolate, vanilla

Hot Chocolate Mix

October 18, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 13 Comments

Now that Christmas is getting closer, we are starting to plan our Christmas gifts. We always love to include some homemade gifts for family and friends, so will be sharing some gift ideas here over the coming weeks. One item that we love to give and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Drinks, Gift Wrapping Tagged With: Chocolate

Chocolate Whoopie Pies

September 20, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

Chocolate Whoopie Pies are the perfect treat - two little fluffly chocolate cakes, sandwiched together with a delicious chocolate chip buttercream filling. They freeze well and when popped into your lunchbox frozen, are ready to eat for morning … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cookies, Recipes Tagged With: Chocolate, whoopie pies

Chocolate Tart

September 2, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

Happy Father's Day to all the Aussie Dad's out there! We always enjoy celebrating Father's Day and making a fuss of my husband and Dad - two fantastic Dad's. Of course no celebration is complete without some yummy food! Sarah was in charge of dessert … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Desserts Tagged With: Chocolate, tart

Vanilla Chocolate Butter Cookies

August 29, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

As you know, here at A Spoonful of Sugar Headquarters, there is always a steady supply of sweet treats. Sarah loves nothing more than pottering around the kitchen on the weekend, baking fresh treats for us to enjoy. We try and share the love by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cookies, Recipes Tagged With: Chocolate, vanilla

Chocolate Caramel Macadamia Tart

August 20, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

If you are after a special dessert, you can't go past a Chocolate Caramel Macadamia Tart. It has a lovely chocolate pastry shell, a filling of chocolate ganache, and is topped with a delicious layer of caramel and macadamias. It is extra scrumptious … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Desserts Tagged With: Chocolate, macadamia, nuts, tart

Chocolate Crackle Cookies

August 11, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

There has been a lot of baking going on at A Spoonful of Sugar this week! We celebrated an 18th birthday - and Sarah has been baking her brother all of his favourite treats.One of the treats were these delicious Chocolate Crackle Cookies. Sarah … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cookies Tagged With: Chocolate

White Chocolate Caramel Slice

August 6, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 12 Comments

Every year, Sarah asks her brother what treat he would like her to bake for his birthday. Every year he asks for Chocolate Caramel Slice. This year was no different and Chocolate Caramel Slice was requested again. Sarah discovered we were out of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Bars & Slices, Recipes Tagged With: caramel, Chocolate

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Turning hair accessories into sewing magic ✨ If yo Turning hair accessories into sewing magic ✨ If you’ve ever struggled to find bright or narrow elastic cord for pouch closures, this little trick will save the day. Hair ties make the perfect elastic loop for the Mini Treat Pouch — sturdy, colourful, and so easy to sew in. It’s one of my favourite shortcuts for quick gifts and scrap‑friendly makes.Comment TREAT and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you 💌Pattern Details: Mini Treat Pouch - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#MiniTreatPouch #HairElasticHack #ScrapFriendlySewing #BeginnerSewingProjects #ASpoonfulOfSugarDesigns
Small enough to tuck in your tote, clever enough t Small enough to tuck in your tote, clever enough to hold all your essentials. The Travel Sewing Kit is beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, practical for everyday use, and makes a sweet little gift.Want the pattern? Comment TRAVEL and I’ll send you the link 💌Pattern: Travel Sewing Kit PDF — available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop (links in profile).Fabric: Tilda Cotton Beach. Thanks to @tilda_australia✂️ Travel Tip: Most airlines allow small scissors in carry‑on luggage. Mine have a 1‑inch blade and fit perfectly inside the kit. Always check your airline’s guidelines before flying, especially internationally.#travelsewingkit #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnerfriendlysewing #giftsewingideas #tildafabric
A calm look inside the Makers Caddy ✨This projec A calm look inside the Makers Caddy ✨This project is one of those satisfying makes that feels doable for any skill level, uses small cuts of fabric you already have on hand, and comes together quickly. The little details make it such a joy to sew — and it’s the kind of piece you’ll use every day or happily gift to another maker.Comment CADDY and I’ll send you the pattern link 💛Pattern Details: Makers Caddy PDF Sewing Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#makerscaddy #sewingprojectideas #sewingpatternlove #sewingroomorganisation #sewingcommunity
The Handy Drawstring Bag is one of my favourite qu The Handy Drawstring Bag is one of my favourite quick makes — simple, satisfying, and endlessly useful. It’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and stitches up in no time, which makes it perfect for last‑minute gifts or organising all the little things in your sewing space.This sweet version is sewn in Plum Garden and Tea Towel Basics from Tilda, and the small‑scale prints shine beautifully in a project like this. I love the flat base, the smooth drawstring closure, and how easily it folds flat when not in use. With three sizes included, you can sew a whole coordinating set from just a handful of scraps.If you enjoy quick, giftable projects, this one is such a joy to make.Comment HANDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern: Handy Drawstring Bag (3 Sizes) — available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric: Tilda Plum Garden and Tea Towel Basics. Thanks to @tilda_australia#handydrawstringbag #sewingcommunity #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpatterns #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
I designed the Makers Caddy because I wanted a pro I designed the Makers Caddy because I wanted a project that was as practical as it was pretty. Beginner friendly construction, quick to construct, and giftable.This version shows all my favourite details: structured shape, pockets, a wide base, and those little finishing touches like the leather patch and tag. It’s simple to sew, satisfying to use, and one of the most versatile organisers in my sewing room.Comment CADDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern: Makers Caddy — available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#makerscaddy #sewingcommunity #sewingpatterns #sewingroom #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A little drawstring bag that always comes to the r A little drawstring bag that always comes to the rescue. This one stitches up quickly, uses small cuts of fabric, and is perfect for treats, tiny gifts, or organising your sewing space. It’s one of those patterns you’ll make again and again — simple, satisfying, and endlessly useful.Comment HANDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern: Handy Drawstring Bag (3 Sizes) — available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#handydrawstringbag #sewingcommunity #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpatterns #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
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