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Love That Lace Throw

April 12, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Love That Lace Crochet Throw is a modern crochet pattern featuring open, lacy squares. I recently finished this lovely throw for our family living area in shades of cream, grey, stone, blue and aqua. After the last few throws I have made which had … [Read more...]

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Hexagon Crochet Blanket

December 4, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

If you follow us over on Instagram, you have probably seen some progress photos of the Hexagon Crochet Blanket that I have been working on this year. It is a gift for my oldest daughter whose favourite colours are purple and green. It is made using … [Read more...]

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Spring Tea Towel

March 11, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

With Easter fast approaching, I wanted to make a Spring inspired tea towel that featured pretty flowers rather than using traditional Easter motifs (like bunnies and eggs).  The Spring Tea Towel features assorted flowers in pink and yellow that are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet, Easter, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: applique, crochet, Easter, embroidery, spring

Wynne The Bunny

January 31, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

If you like making crochet amigurumi toys, you will love this sweet bunny named Wynne. Wynne has been designed by talented Australian designer, Ali Phillips from Arabesque Scissors just in time for some Easter crafting. You will love Wynne's large … [Read more...]

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{Book Review} Happy Crochet Book by Carolina Guzman

December 4, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

One and Two Company's Happy Crochet Book: Patterns That Make Your Kids Smile by Carolina Guzman (from One and Two Company) is packed full of fun and cheerful crochet patterns that are perfect to crochet for little ones. The book includes both … [Read more...]

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Vintage Style Crochet Doileys

October 3, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

I was lucky enough to be born into a family that values hand made. My Grandmother was an excellent crocheter, and fortunately she passed this skill down to my Mum and I. I have always wanted to try my hand at crochet doilies.  After completing my … [Read more...]

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Lavender Sachets

September 24, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 22 Comments

Lavender sachets are one of my favourite quick makes — simple, soothing, and perfect for using the fabric scraps you already have.  I can't resist the scent of lavender! It is so nice to place amongst your clothing and shoes to make your wardrobe … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: crochet, gifts, lavender, scrap buster, sewing, tutorial

Hexie Love Actually Blanket {Part 2}

August 20, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 18 Comments

I finally finished my Hexie Love Actually Crochet Afghan this week. It was 4.5 months in the making, although I did have a few breaks during its construction. I am really pleased how this has come together. It was my first time using the join as you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet Tagged With: crochet, hexie love actually

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Need a quick handmade Christmas gift? 🎄 A set of Need a quick handmade Christmas gift? 🎄

A set of Merry Little Tree Coasters is quick to sew, scrap-friendly, and easy to turn into a thoughtful gift with a few festive extras.

In this carousel I've paired them with: 
🥂 Champagne & a festive coupe glass
 ☕ Hot chocolate & marshmallows
 🫖 Christmas tea & shortbread
 🧀 Charcuterie treats & a tea towel

Which gift bundle is your favourite?

🎄 Comment TREE and I'll send you the Merry Little Tree Coasters pattern link.

📌 Save this post for Christmas gift inspiration and future holiday sewing.

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There's something so satisfying about turning fabr There's something so satisfying about turning fabric scraps into beautiful little gift tags! ✨

In today's reel, I'm making my free Threaded Tokens pattern and showing the cutting and sewing process.

For this version, I used the new SOHMO decorative scissors to create modern scalloped and zigzag edges. They add such a lovely finish and instantly elevate the look of these quick little makes.

✂️ Scallop 5mm
✂️ Scallop 10mm
✂️ Zigzag 5mm

I can't decide which edge is my favourite!

These threaded tokens are quick to sew, perfect for using up scraps, and make thoughtful handmade gift tags for friends.

💬 COMMENT TOKEN for the free pattern link!

Scissors by @sohmo_au

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🎄 What's your Christmas sewing style? Are you dra 🎄 What's your Christmas sewing style?

Are you drawn to timeless reds and greens, cosy cottage checks, Scandinavian simplicity, colourful festive prints, or something a little more quirky?

Swipe through to discover your Christmas sewing personality and find a project to match your favourite festive aesthetic. ✨

I have a feeling most sewists are a mix of two or three styles... I'm often somewhere between Classic, Handmade and Vintage!

❤️ Traditional
🧺 Cottage
🌈 Bright & Fun
🎁 Vintage
✨ Modern Minimal
❄️ Scandinavian
🐱 Quirky
🎀 Classic
🏠 Handmade & Homely
🌸 Pastel

👇 Tell me your Christmas sewing style in the comments!

The featured projects can be found in my Pattern Store & Etsy Shop. 

#ChristmasSewing #ChristmasProjects #ChristmasQuilting #HolidaySewing
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Meet my brand new pattern... Merry Little Tree Coa Meet my brand new pattern... Merry Little Tree Coasters! 🎄

With 4 festive tree designs to choose from, these quick little coasters are perfect for using up your favourite fabric scraps.

✨ Beginner friendly
✨ No binding required
✨ Quick to sew
✨ Great for scrap busting
✨ Perfect handmade gifts, stocking stuffers & teacher gifts

Sew one or make a whole forest! 🌲🌲🌲🌲

Comment TREE and I'll send you the pattern link.

#merrylittletreecoasters #christmassewing #sewingpattern #scrapfriendly #quiltingprojects
Which side would you choose? 🎄 The front and back Which side would you choose? 🎄

The front and back of these Ribbon Pouches feature different fabrics, so it feels like getting two designs in one.

Made with Merry Happy by Ruby Star Society and perfect for gifts, decorating and festive treats.

Comment RIBBON for the pattern link. ✨

#ribbonpouch #christmassewing #christmashandmade #modernsewing #handmadechristmas

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Skip the binding and still get a beautifully finis Skip the binding and still get a beautifully finished oven mitt! 🙌

The Baker's Buddy Oven Mitt is designed with a clever turn-and-finish construction, so you get smooth curves and a professional finish without wrestling with binding strips.

✨ Beginner friendly
✨ Fast to sew
✨ Great for gifts
✨ Practical for everyday use
✨ Perfect for showing off your favourite fabrics

This is one of those projects you'll make once... then make again for family, friends, teachers, neighbours, and yourself!

💬 Comment BAKER and I'll send you the pattern link.

#ovenmittpattern #sewingprojects #easysewingproject #sewingtutorial #quicksew
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