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Monster Eye Mugrug – A Fun and Spooky Halloween Sewing Project

August 18, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Looking for a quick and quirky Halloween sewing project? The Monster Eye Mugrug is here to add a playful twist to your seasonal décor! This beginner-friendly mugrug pattern is perfect for Halloween entertaining, handmade gifts, or simply adding a pop … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing, coaster, Etsy, Halloween, home decor, mugrug, novelty, quick sew, scrap sewing, sewing pattern, spooky

Lattice Weave Quilt Block

April 1, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Lattice Weave Quilt Block is our latest foundation paper piecing quilt block. This block is a variation of the popular Kansas Dugout Block and is available in 5 sizes for you to print at home. Sizes of the templates include: 2 inch, 3 inch, 4 inch, 5 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: Etsy, foundation paper piecing, fpp, mini quilt, pattern store, print at home, quilt block, sewing pattern

Sew and Stow Project Pouch

March 28, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Sew and Stow Project Pouch was designed for sewists and crafters just like you who love to have a hand sewing project with them when they are away from their sewing room. I love to take a project with me when:For this version of the Sew and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Atsuko Matsuyama, Etsy, pdf sewing pattern, pouch, sew and stow, sewing, sewing pattern, zippered pouch

A Spoonful of Stitches

June 6, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I have an exciting new venture that I am thrilled to share with you today. I have been working behind the scenes over the past few months with a family member to design a range of colourful and fun cross stitch patterns suitable for beginner and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Embroidery/Cross stitch Tagged With: cross stitch, embroidery thread, Etsy, hoop, pattern store

Acorn Coaster

September 11, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Seasonal projects are so much fun to sew and are a great way to freshen up your decor throughout the year. If you are heading into autumn / fall, then how about stitching up a set of Patchwork Acorn Coasters? In this sweet duo, I used the soon to be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: acorn, coaster, Etsy, mugrug, patchwork, pdf pattern, Tilda, Tilda Hometown

Cat Placemat

September 4, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Hometown is the latest Tilda fabric collection launching in October 2022. It is a cosy collection inspired by the love of home and community. It was a perfect collection for the Cosy Cat Placemat. Cat lovers will delight in autumnal fabric featuring … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: cat, cat lover, coaster, Etsy, patchwork, pattern store, pdf sewing pattern, placemat, Tilda, Tilda fabric, Tilda Hometown

10 Projects to Sew and Sell

July 31, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Turn your hobby into a side hustle and sell what you sew! With the cost of living continuing to rise, it is good to have a side project to bring in some extra money. One way to do that is by selling handmade projects. Savvy shoppers are appreciating … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: Etsy, sew, sew and sell, sewing pattern, tutorial

Popsicle Parade

July 21, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

It is the middle of winter here in Perth, Western Australia, but I am already dreaming of summer. I love our hot summers - spending time at the beach or around the BBQ - and then cooling off with a ice cold popsicles. These popsicle parade coaster … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: aspoonfulsugar, beginner sewing, coaster, Etsy, mugrug, pdf sewing pattern, summer diy

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Adding a handmade label is one of my favourite way Adding a handmade label is one of my favourite ways to personalise a project — and these little fabric + felt labels are so quick and satisfying to make.For this Ribbon Pouch, I used the Liberty Gifts from the Garden collection, which has the sweetest fruit motifs. They make perfect tiny labels for pouches, bags, and gifts.Here’s how to make your own:Press a piece of double‑sided fusible web to the back of your fabric.Cut around your chosen motif.Peel off the paper backing.Press the motif onto wool felt.Trim the felt with scalloped scissors.Sew the label onto the front of your pouch.Such a simple detail, but it adds so much charm. Fabric kindly gifted by @regent_street_fabrics — thank you!If you’d like to sew the Ribbon Pouch (3 sizes), comment RIBBON and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you.#SewingInspiration #FabricLabels #DIYLabels #LibertyFabric #LibertyGiftsFromTheGarden
A lot can change in 10 years ❤️ It’s been fun look A lot can change in 10 years ❤️ It’s been fun looking back at where I was in 2016 and how far life has come since then. Swipe for a little trip down memory lane.Back in 2016, my priorities were firmly centred around family. I was working full‑time, sewing in the guest room, sharing tutorials on my blog, and slowly dipping my toes into selling a handful of patterns on Etsy. It was a busy, full season — and creativity was something I fitted in around everything else.  Fast forward to 2026… I’m now retired and living the creative life I once dreamed of. My kids have grown up and are living in their own homes nearby. My husband and I are free to travel, explore, and enjoy this stage of life. And I get to spend my days designing, sewing, and connecting with this beautiful community.Life looks different now — in the best possible way.Were you following me back then, or what has changed for you over the past 10 years? I’d love to hear your story too.Tagging the lovely makers of my quilt: @arabesquescissors @ministryoffabric @belloquacity @alittlepatchwork @sameliasmum coleandtaffy @quiltymamaof4 @shequiltsalot @downgrapevinelane @lizzierosesews @lovethatfabric @sew_mimi.k #2026isthenew2016 #10yeartransformation #sewingjourney #sewingcommunity #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
Fall in love with sewing all over again ❤️I’ve Fall in love with sewing all over again ❤️I’ve rounded up 10 heart‑themed makes — from quick gifts to charming quilt blocks — perfect for weekend stitching or using up your favourite scraps. Whether you’re sewing for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or just because, there’s something sweet for every maker.Comment HEART and I’ll send you a link to my Heart Pattern Collection.#sewingproject #heartsewing #quiltblock #scrapsewing #easytosew
Raw edge appliqué doesn’t have to feel fiddly or i Raw edge appliqué doesn’t have to feel fiddly or intimidating. With a few simple techniques, you can create neat, crisp shapes — even tiny details like penguin beaks and hearts.I’ve put together My Top 5 Secrets for Raw Edge Appliqué to help you feel confident, whether you’re brand new to appliqué or looking to refine your finish. Save this for your next sewing session.If you’d love a quick, beginner‑friendly project to practise these tips, my Penguin Love Mugrug is the sweetest Valentine’s make — scrap‑friendly, gift‑ready, and such fun to sew.Comment PENGUIN and I’ll send you the link to the pattern. Available now in our Pattern Store and Etsy shop.  #rawedgeapplique #appliquetips #sewingtipsandtricks #mugrugpattern #penguinlove
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.For this Ribbon Pouch, I used the Liberty Gifts from the Garden collection (printed on Lasenby cotton and released in January 2026). The colours and motifs pair so well with the little ribbon tie detail.Here’s how to 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 — easy peasy, and it gives the pouch such an elevated, professional finish. I love how clean and sturdy the result is.Fabric is Gifts from the Garden by Liberty - kindly provided by @regent_street_fabrics — thank you!If you’d like the Ribbon Pouch pattern (it comes in 3 sizes), comment RIBBON and I’ll send the link straight to you.Ribbon Pouch Sewing Pattern: available in our Pattern Store and Etsy shop ( links in profile).#SewingInspiration #SewingProjects #Eyelets #Grommets #SnapPress
The Twirling Treasures Hot Pad & Placemat Set show The Twirling Treasures Hot Pad & Placemat Set showcases one of my favourite FPP designs — a stunning kaleidoscope‑style block that always turns out beautifully. Kaleidoscope blocks are some of my most popular FPP patterns, and this set is such a fun way to use them.  This set includes six sizes, making it incredibly versatile: use them as hot pads, trivets, placemats, or simply as a way to add a pop of colour to your kitchen.For these samples, I went with a monochromatic scrap‑busting approach, pairing fabrics from the same colour family with a low‑volume background. The black‑and‑white striped binding adds such a crisp, modern finish. It’s a wonderful project for building your FPP confidence — and a fantastic way to use up those treasured scraps.The Twirling Treasures Hot Pad set is our Pattern of the Week. It is currently 25% off this week in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.If you’d like to sew your own set, comment TWIRL and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you.Happy sewing! Lisa 🌸#FoundationPaperPiecing #Quilting #HotPads #ScrapBuster #KitchenSewing
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