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10 Gift Wrapping Ideas

December 20, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Hope you are getting excited for the holidays and making plans to celebrate with family and friends. I still have a lot to organise over the next week, including wrapping gifts. This year I am more committed to environmentally friendly gift-wrapping … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, Christmas, drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, eco-friendly, Holidays, pdf pattern, pdf sewing pattern, pouch, tutorial

Christmas Gift Bag

December 9, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

When you give a gift in a handmade gift bag, it is like giving two gifts in one. Here is a sweet Christmas gift bag made using the Mini Drawstring Gift Bag pattern. It has a special base which allows the bag to stand up by itself. Designed to be made … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, Christmas, drawstring bag, gift, pdf pattern, pouch

Christmas Star Table Runner

January 30, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

The Star Table Runner Sewing Pattern is really versatile and it can look so different depending on your fabric choices. In the Christmas Star Table Runner sample, I used a minimalist colour palette - soft greys and white with a pop of red giving it a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas DIY, Christmas table, home decor, patchwork, quilting, sewing pattern, star table runner, table runner

Christmas House Pouch

December 16, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I have given the Zippered House Pouch a Christmas makeover in this Christmas House Pouch. I raided my button collection to find just the right festive buttons. I added Christmas light button/charms from my stash. Festive and fun - I love how it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas, gift wrapping, gifts to sew, pouch, zipper

Mini Holiday House

November 28, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Family and Home are the two most important important ingredients for a wonderful Christmas. I have bought these two elements together in my latest sewing pattern - Mini Holiday House. Featuring a colourful roof, linen base and hand stitching, these … [Read more...]

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Farmhouse Drawstring Bag

December 6, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Fabric gift bags are an eco-friendly alternative to gift wrap and can be re-used year after year. This year we have decorated our home in Farmhouse theme featuring buffalo check, and ornaments that are red, white, and natural wood. To fit with the … [Read more...]

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Christmas Coaster

December 1, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Christmas sewing is underway in my sewing room. My favourite part of Christmas is adding handmade touches to our home and making handcrafted gifts. These Christmas coasters are made using the Jingle Bell PDF Sewing Pattern.Featuring a small … [Read more...]

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Christmas Gift Bag

November 29, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Fabric gift bags are eco-friendly and are a great sustainable option. They can be re-used year after year. This year, I have added to my gift bag collection with these Handy Drawstring Bags. It is like giving two gifts in one - the bag and the gift … [Read more...]

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A tiny pyramid that does it all — a pattern weight A tiny pyramid that does it all — a pattern weight for your sewing table, a book weight for cosy reading, or a scented sachet for your drawers. Small, sweet, and so satisfying to sew. Comment PYRAMID for the free pattern.Fabric: Something Blue by Tilda
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Meet the sweetest little project you can sew in mi Meet the sweetest little project you can sew in minutes — the Pyramid Weight. Use it as a pattern weight, scented sachet, or even a book weight… all from one triangle of fabric. Comment PYRAMID for the free pattern.Fabric is Something Blue by Tilda, releasing 1 June 2026 — with thanks to @tilda_australia.#tildasomethingblue #tildafabric #freepattern #sewingtutorial #sewinglove
The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite wa The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite ways to use up leftover fabric strings. Today’s version is made from patchwork strips — a fun, relaxing sew that turns scraps into something beautiful and practical.The Scrappy Strips Pouch pattern has two versions - patchwork strings and selvedges - and two sizes. Comment SELVEDGE (or SELVAGE) for a link to the pattern.Pattern Details: Scrappy Strips Pouch Sewing Pattern is in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#ScrappyStripsPouch #ScrapBustingSewing #PatchworkPouch #StringQuilting #SewingProjects
If you’ve ever wanted to add eyelets or grommets t If you’ve ever wanted to add eyelets or grommets to your sewing projects, here’s a quick look at how I install them using my DK93 snap press. It’s the same tool I use for snaps — and it makes installing eyelets beautifully quick and consistent.Here’s how I install the eyelets:Punch out the four holes using a hole‑cutting die.Place the eyelet into the hole.Press it into place using the snap press.That’s it — simple, sturdy, and it gives the Ribbon Pouch such an elevated, professional finish. I love how clean and secure the result is.Fabric shown: Tilda Something Blue, releasing June 1 — thank you @tilda_australia for the beautiful fabric.✨ If you’d like the Ribbon Pouch pattern (3 sizes), comment RIBBON and I’ll send the link straight to you.Ribbon Pouch Sewing Pattern: available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop (links in profile).#tildasomethingblue #tildafabric #sewingtips #handmadeeveryday #sewingtools
The Ribbon Pouch is one of my favourite quick‑to‑s The Ribbon Pouch is one of my favourite quick‑to‑sew gift bags, and I couldn’t resist making a light and dark version using the new Tilda Something Blue collection. Both pouches use the same print in different colourways — such a pretty way to show how fabric choice changes the whole mood.They’re finished with satin ribbon threaded through grommets, and topped with a tiny star tag. The boxed base helps them stand beautifully, and the ribbon closure makes them perfect for birthdays, thank‑you gifts, treats, or little treasures.This is a beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, quick project you’ll want to sew again and again. Pattern includes 3 sizes.If you’d like the pattern, comment RIBBON and I’ll send the link straight to you.Pattern Details: Ribbon Pouch (3 Sizes) available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric Details: Tilda Something Blue - releasing on 1 June 2026. Thanks to @tilda_australia#TildaSomethingBlue #TildaFabric #SewingPattern #BeginnerSewingProject #QuickSewingProject   
Sewing with scraps is one of my favourite ways to Sewing with scraps is one of my favourite ways to get creative — small pieces, leftover corners, charm‑square offcuts… they all have so much potential.Here are 10 scrap‑friendly projects that use small pieces beautifully. They’re quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for gifting ✂️✨Save this for the next time you want to turn your scraps into something pretty.Which one would you sew first?  Tell me in the comments — I love seeing what you’re making.Patterns are available in my pattern store (link in profile) or comment PATTERNS and I will send you the link. #scrapsewing #scrapbusting #scrapfriendly #sewinginspiration #sewingideas
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