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Hexie Love Actually Rug (Part 1)

July 3, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 18 Comments

Each winter I generally start a crochet or knitting project to work on in the evenings in front of the TV. This year I am working on a Hexie Love Actually crochet afghan. I can't resist hexagons so this pattern really caught my eye. I wanted to make … [Read more...]

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Retro Pillow

February 15, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

As soon as I saw Amy Sinibaldi's gorgeous new fabric line, Paperie (for Art Gallery Fabrics), I knew it would make a lovely pillow for my bedroom. The delicate colours in this pretty fabric, look beautiful paired with a crocheted edging.  I used the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet, Sewing Tagged With: A Spoonful of Sugar, crochet, hexagon, pillow, zakka

Zakka Dilly Bag

January 29, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar -

The Zakka Dilly Bag is one of my favourite projects from my book.  It is a sweet drawstring bag with a crocheted base that is perfectly sized for storing your latest crochet or craft project. As soon as I saw this retro inspired Little Lamb print, I … [Read more...]

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Flower Coaster Pattern

November 14, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

Crochet coasters are proving to be fun to make and are the perfect project to use left over yarn. I have used cotton yarn in a variety of colours in this batch of flower coasters. They are quickly made (around 15-20 minutes per coaster), so you will … [Read more...]

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Cherry Jar

October 13, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

I love Bonne Maman jam jars and have quite a collection. They are so useful for storing lots of bits and pieces in the sewing room and I can't resist their red and white gingham lids. I have a few filled with buttons.I dressed up a button jar … [Read more...]

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Crochet Coasters

October 4, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 14 Comments

If you follow us on Instagram, you may have seen the Crochet Coasters I have been making recently. Coasters are a great portable project and they are perfect for using up left over yarn. Each coaster can be made in around 15 minutes and they are … [Read more...]

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Mini Heart Gift Tag

September 27, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

I love to give hand made gifts. If I don't give handmade, I at least like to add some creativity to the gift wrapping. Our latest project is mini heart gift tags.I have been enjoying some quick crochet projects recently that are helping me use all … [Read more...]

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Meet Gerald

July 5, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

I always like to have a crochet project on the go - ready to pick up at night in front of the TV. I have been making some amigurumi style crochet toys recently - they are so much fun to make and are a great way to use small quantities of yarn. Last … [Read more...]

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✨ Fresh & fun storage for your sewing space This ✨ Fresh & fun storage for your sewing spaceThis bright Ruby Star Luma Bucket is such a cheerful organiser — quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for keeping your favourite tools, threads, and weekend projects tidy. The greens,  teals, and blur make it feel clean, modern, and full of energy.If you love practical makes that use just a few favourite fabrics, the Luma Bucket is a sweet project to stitch. It works beautifully on its own or as part of a matching set, and the two sizes give you plenty of options for organising your sewing room.Comment LUMA and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you ✂️🧵 Fabric: @rubystarsociety#lumabucket #sewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingroomorganisation #rubystarsociety
Meet the Luma Bucket ✨  A modern fabric organiser Meet the Luma Bucket ✨ A modern fabric organiser in two sizes — perfect for sewing rooms, desks, and handmade gifting. Featuring a crisp contrast base and a sparkling woven star panel, it’s a quick, joyful sew you’ll use every day. Pattern now available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Comment LUMA for the link.  #lumabucket #fppsewing #fabricbasket #modernsewing #quiltingprojects handmadegifts
Two bestselling pouches, one beautiful matching se Two bestselling pouches, one beautiful matching set The Handy Drawstring Pouch + Mini Treat Pouch remain two of my most‑loved patterns — quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for using up favourite fabric scraps. They’re sweet individually, but together they make the loveliest coordinated duo for gifting, organising, or adding a handmade touch to your sewing space.This Tilda version has been a community favourite, and it’s easy to see why — the colours, the structure, the way the two designs complement each other. If you’ve been wanting a satisfying weekend project, this pair is such a joy to stitch.You also save 25% when you buy the bundle — a thank you for supporting two of my most popular pouch patterns.Comment BAGDUO and I’ll send the bundle link straight to you.Available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop ✂️🧵Fabric: Tilda Songbird collection — thank you @tilda_australia#tildafabrics #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpattern #weekendsewingproject #sewistsofinstagram handmadegifts
✨ New Travel Sewing Kits These two fresh versions ✨ New Travel Sewing Kits These two fresh versions match a Bitsy Basket, and I love how sweet they look as a little set. The Travel Sewing Kit opens flat so you can see everything at a glance, then folds back into a neat, portable shape — perfect for sewing on the go, gifting, or keeping your favourite tools organised.It’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and one of my most‑used makes.Comment TRAVEL and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you. Available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop ✂️🧵#travelsewingkit #sewingreels #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpattern #handmadegifts
✨ Colour Crush: Orange 10 scrappy, cheerful proje ✨ Colour Crush: Orange
10 scrappy, cheerful projects to stitch as we head toward fall 🍊There’s something about orange that feels cosy, warm, and full of creative energy — perfect for small makes, gifts, and weekend sewing. If you’re starting to plan your fall projects, this palette is such a fun place to begin.Comment PATTERNS for a link to our pattern store.Happy sewing, friends ✂️🧵#colourcrushseries #orangeprojects #scrapfriendlysewing #fallsewingideas #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
Sharing this Tilda scrappy Quadra Pouch - the mix Sharing this Tilda scrappy Quadra Pouch - the mix of blenders looks so beautiful in the large size. Eight fabrics in total — four Bellflower prints for the exterior and four Stella prints for the lining — each corner showing off a different print.The clever panel construction gives the pouch its neat, structured base without boxed corners, making it practical, beautifully shaped, and perfect for using up favourite scraps.Comment QUADRA and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you. Pattern available in the Pattern Store and Etsy Shop ✨Fabric: Bellflower + Stella blenders from Tilda, with thanks to @tilda_australia#quadrapouch #tildafabrics #scrapfriendlysewing #pouchpattern #sewingproject
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