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Gifted With Love Bag

April 17, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Mothers Day is fast approaching but there is still time to make Mum a a personalised gift. What I love about making gift bags/pouches, is that it is like giving two gifts in one. You have special eco-friendly gift packaging, plus a lovely gift … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: drawstring bag, foundation paper piecing, fpp, gifted with love pouch, pouch

Dice and Drawstring Bag

April 15, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Dice and Drawstring Bag (D n D Bag) was designed to hold dice sets for fans of Dungeons and Dragons. However it also works well for many other purposes - including holding sewing supplies. It has four internal mesh pockets that can hold all manner of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: dice bag, DnD, drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, pdf sewing pattern, sewing kit

Circus Bags

April 5, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I have had so much fun designing and creating the Circus Bag Pattern. It is a sweet design which is sure to encourage imaginative play in children young and old. It is perfectly sized to hold a collection of toys, treasures, or even sewing supplies … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, child, circus, circus bag, drawstring bag, pdf pattern, pouch, sewing for children, sewing pattern

Circus Bag

March 30, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

Roll Up, Roll Up, Roll Up to the Greatest Show on Earth!! I am so excited to present the Circus Bag. This striped bag features felt scalloped edging and a cute applique that provides a view inside the circus tent. This is a really fun project to make … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, child, circus, circus bag, decor, drawstring bag, kids room, nursery, pouch, sewing for children, sewing pattern, toy

Ombre Pouch

February 22, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I love arranging fabrics in colour order to give an ombre effect. I had a charm square pack of Cross Stitch fabric by Alison Glass for Andover fabrics in my stash. I used these fabrics to create the ombre pouch. The colourful patchwork strips are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, Etsy, patchwork, pdf pattern, pouch

Tilda Puff Pouch

September 18, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I recently had the opportunity to sew with the new release range of Tilda fabric, Windy Days. It is a gorgeous fabric collection celebrating autumn. The colour palette is lovely - pinks, teal, mustard, grey, and blue. I can't resist buttons and this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, pdf pattern, pouch, puff pouch, Tilda, Tilda Windy Days

Dice and Drawstring Bag (DnD)

August 15, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I was recently tasked with making dice bags for my daughter and her partner who are both Dungeons and Dragons enthusiasts. They were very happy with my design so I have written up the pattern so other DnD gamers can make their own. The Dice and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: dice bag, DnD, drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, dungeons and dragons

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A little Valentine’s stitching, penguin‑style. The A little Valentine’s stitching, penguin‑style. These sweet penguins always make people smile — which one would you sew first?Comment PENGUIN for the pattern link (available in our pattern store and Etsy shop).Pattern: Penguin Love Mugrug#penguinlove #valentinesewing #sewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing #makersgonnamake
A tiny sewing moment for today — threading the cor A tiny sewing moment for today — threading the cord through the Pocketful of Sunshine Bag using a bodkin. It’s such a simple step, but it gives the sweetest finish to this little drawstring bag. I’ve been loving making these in the Tilda Songbird range lately… the colours, the tiny motifs, the soft palette — everything works beautifully together.If you’d like to sew your own, comment SUNSHINE and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you. You’ll also find it in our pattern store and Etsy shop — links are in our profile.Shown in the gorgeous Tilda Songbird collection with thanks to @tilda_australia#ilovetilda #tildasongbird #beginnersewist #sewingtips #drawstringbag
Turning tiny scraps into something sweet is one of Turning tiny scraps into something sweet is one of my favourite parts of sewing. These Threaded Tokens were made from the leftover pieces of the Tilda Songbird range, and the small‑scale motifs are perfect for fussy cutting. A little fairy here, a tiny bird there — every detail feels like a treasure.They’re quick to sew, endlessly useful, and such a lovely way to use every last scrap. I’ve paired today’s tokens with the Pocketful of Sunshine Bag, which shows just how beautifully they coordinate.Comment TOKEN for the free, beginner friendly, Threaded Tokens sewing pattern.The Pocketful of Sunshine Bag is available in our pattern store and Etsy shop — store links are in our profile, or comment SUNSHINE and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you.Shown in the gorgeous Tilda Songbird collection. Thanks to @Tilda_Australia for the fabric.#tildasongbird #ilovetilda #freepattern #scrapsewing #beginnersewing
Meet your new favourite. The Pocketful of Sunshine Meet your new favourite. The Pocketful of Sunshine Bag is one of those small, joyful makes that feels good from the moment you choose your fabrics. I’ve sewn two versions in the gorgeous new Tilda Songbird collection—released worldwide on 1 February—and the soft, watercolour pastels are just perfect for this sweet little project.This bag features a patchwork pocket on the front (ideal for showcasing tiny prints), a simple drawstring closure, and plenty of room for small essentials or thoughtful gifting. It’s quick to sew, scrap‑friendly, and such a satisfying weekend make.Comment SUNSHINE and I’ll send you the link to the pattern. It is available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.    Featuring the beautiful Songbird range—thank you to @tilda_australia for the gorgeous Tilda fabric.#tildasongbird #tildaaustralia #tildalovers  #sewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing
Bag strapping is one of the simplest ways to eleva Bag strapping is one of the simplest ways to elevate your handmade bags — it adds structure, comfort, personality, and a polished finish to even the quickest make. In this week’s Elevate Series, I’m sharing my favourite types of bag strapping, how to choose the right width and material, and a few easy ways to add colour and texture for a more professional look.There are so many lovely places to buy bag strapping, from Japanese craft stores to online quilt shops and everyday budget finds. I’ve collected mine over the years from a mix of travel stops and online favourites — each one adds its own charm to totes, pouches, crossbody bags, and other beginner‑friendly sewing projects.If you’re a shop that stocks bag strapping, feel free to comment below so makers can discover you. And I’d love to know — where do you buy yours? I’m always discovering new favourites.Some of my go‑to places for strapping: @yuzawaya (online Japanese craft shop); @okadaya, Shinjuku (Tokyo); @nomuratailor (Kyoto); @daiso_official (100‑yen shop — stock varies); @missouriquiltco (online)Save this post for the next time you want to elevate your bag‑making ✨#sewingtips #bagmaking #bagstrapping #handmadegiftsideas #beginnersewingprojects elevateseries
Some days I find comfort in tiny makes — small sti Some days I find comfort in tiny makes — small stitches, slow moments, and the gentle rhythm of creating something with my hands. With so much happening around us, I’ve been thinking about the little ways we can show up close to home… checking on someone who might need it, offering help in our local community, choosing kindness where we can.If you’d like to sew along, the Tiny Tote is our Pattern of the Week. Comment TINY for the link. Save 25% until the end of the week.#TinyTote #sewkindness #sewingpattern  #BeginnerFriendlySewing #sewingcommunity
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