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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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A sweet little drawstring pouch that opens wide, c A sweet little drawstring pouch that opens wide, cinches neatly, and is perfect for gifting or using every day. Quick to sew, scrap‑friendly, and always a favourite.Comment HANDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Handy Drawstring Pouch (3 Sizes) - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric Details: Tilda Songbird fabric. Thanks to @tilda_australia#handydrawstringpouch #tildasongbird #tildafabrics #sewingpattern #sewingcommunity
A clever little Liberty moment. The Quadra Pouch f A clever little Liberty moment. The Quadra Pouch folds completely flat, then pops open into a roomy, stand‑up shape with that signature base. It’s quick to sew, practical to use, and one of my most‑loved gift projects.If you’d like to sew one too, comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch (3 Sizes) - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric: Liberty Betsy @regent_street_fabrics#sewingreels #libertyfabric #sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram #quadrapouch
A soft, squishy favourite for a reason. These Pean A soft, squishy favourite for a reason. These Peanut Pillows are sewn in two coordinating Japanese prints — sweet, curved, and so comfortable to use. They’re quick to make, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for gifting or keeping on the couch, in your sewing room, or with your yoga mat.If you’d like to sew one too, comment PEANUT and I’ll send you the pattern link. Peanut Pillow is our current Pattern of the Week. Save 25% - be quick 💛Pattern Details: Peanut Pillow Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram #craftastherapy #giftablemakes #peanutpillow
A Liberty moment in two colourways. This Quadra Po A Liberty moment in two colourways. This Quadra Pouch is sewn in the iconic Liberty Betsy tana lawn, using both the pink and blue classics, paired with a soft pink gingham for a sweet contrast. It feels like two pouches in one - pink and blue, and that clever base that helps it stand up beautifully.It folds flat, opens wide, cinches closed, and is one of my favourite quick‑to‑make gifts. If you’d like the pattern, comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch (3 Sizes) Sewing Pattern is available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#libertyfabric #libertybetsy #isew #sewingcommunity #quadrapouch
A little weekend sewing — and yes, I really do use A little weekend sewing — and yes, I really do use a chopstick as my turning tool. It’s the perfect size for corners and curves, and it’s always within reach in my sewing room. This Easy Hexagon Trivet is such a fun, scrap‑friendly project in bright Ruby Star colours.If you want to make one too, comment TRIVET for a link to the pattern.Pattern Details: Easy Hexagon Trivet - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#sewingreels #scrapfriendlysewing #rubystarsociety #weekendsewingproject #scrapsewing
Create a soothing self‑care bundle with two quick, Create a soothing self‑care bundle with two quick, calming projects. Perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself. Comment SELFCARE to save 25%.  Save this for when you need a thoughtful gift idea.#selfcaresewing #beginnersewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing #handmadegiftsideas #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
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