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Elastic Pencil Pouch

June 2, 2019 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Elastic Pencil Cases are pretty and practical! They can be easily constructed in an afternoon and are a great scrap buster project. It is fun combining different colours and prints to make each pencil case unique. I love how cheerful the pretty … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Etsy, gift, patchwork, pdf pattern, pencil case, pouch, sewing

Sewing Kit

May 26, 2019 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Nothing beats a quiet Sunday afternoon sewing .... it sets me up for the busy work week now I work full time. It is important to carve out some time for yourself to recharge and get creative.When sewing time is in short supply, I love to make … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Etsy, gifts, pdf pattern, sewing

Travel Sewing Kit

November 15, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Looking for quick, pretty, and practical gifts to make for Christmas? Our Travel Sewing Kit is a handy kit for sewists, travellers, or to carry in your handbag for wardrobe malfunctions. It can also be used as a small pouch to hold coins, ear buds, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Craftsy, Etsy, pdf patterns, travel

Christmas Placemat

October 22, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

This Christmas our decorating will feature the colours of eucalyptus green, white, and silver. We will be incorporating metal and wood accents to create an Australiana theme. I have made a start on my Christmas sewing with this Christmas placemat. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Craftsy, Etsy, hexies

Yuletide Cottage Tea Towel

October 7, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

It is never too early to get started on Christmas projects. Each year I vow to be more organised and this year I have a big list of handmade projects - I love this time of year! What I love best, is quick craft projects so you can inject some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas, Craftsy, Etsy, raw edge applique, sewing

Travel Sewing Kit Pattern

February 25, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

I am so excited to share my latest pattern release with you. If you enjoy sewing small zakka projects, you will love creating these clever, triangular,  Travel Sewing Kits. I had so much fun designing these mini travel sewing kits in the latest Tilda … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Craftsy, Etsy, pdf pattern, scrap buster, Tilda, zakka

Hexie Holiday Placemat

October 7, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

The Hexie Holiday Placemat is my newest pattern release and is available now in our Etsy and Pattern Shop. Consisting of a foundation paper pieced tree in the centre, with a simple patchwork border, it is a fun seasonal project for your Christmas … [Read more...]

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Elephant Pillow

April 29, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I always find it amazing that simply changing the colour scheme and choice of fabrics, can make a pattern look completely different. Our Ella The Elephant Pillow is our newest pattern, and I wanted to show how it looks when constructed from a bright … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: a spoonful of sugar designs, applique, Craftsy, Etsy, Flower Sugar, home décor, pdf pattern

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The Sew and Stow Pouch is one of my favourite prac The Sew and Stow Pouch is one of my favourite practical, giftable makes — bright, scrap‑friendly, and so handy for crafting on the go. Patchwork hourglass cover, clear mesh panel, zipper pocket… it keeps everything organised and easy to find.It’s 25% off this week only. Comment STOW and I’ll send you the pattern link.#sewingorganisation #sewandstowpouch #sewingprojects #sewingcommunity #patchworksewing
Modern Quilt Blocks Essentials ✂️✨ Clean lines, bo Modern Quilt Blocks Essentials ✂️✨ Clean lines, bold shapes, scrap‑friendly layouts, and fast, satisfying makes — modern quilt blocks are some of my favourite designs to sew. They’re beginner‑friendly, endlessly versatile, and perfect for pillows, minis, and full quilts.Swipe through to explore 10 of my most popular modern quilt blocks — each one designed to be simple, striking, and fun to stitch.If you’d like the full collection, comment BLOCK and I’ll send you the link to all 75+ quilt block patterns in my Pattern Store.#modernquiltblocks #quiltblockpatterns #scrapfriendlysewing #quiltinspiration #sewingcommunity makersgonnamake
Colour Crush: Green 💚 A fresh little collection of Colour Crush: Green 💚 A fresh little collection of green makes — soft mint, leafy tones, cool blue‑greens, and those pretty mid‑greens that always feel calm and uplifting. Green is one of my favourite colours to sew with… it’s soothing, versatile, and works beautifully across so many projects.Swipe through and tell me which shade of green you’re loving right now.If you’d like the pattern links, comment PATTERNS and I’ll send yoy a link to my pattern store straight to your inbox. All patterns are available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#colourcrushseries #greeninspiration #sewinginspiration #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingcommunity
Quick, Cute, & So Useful ✂️🎀 The Handy Drawstring Quick, Cute, & So Useful ✂️🎀 The Handy Drawstring Pouch is one of those little projects that always earns its place on the sewing table. It stitches up fast, uses small cuts of fabric, and opens into the sweetest shape — perfect for treats, tiny gifts, travel notions, or organising your sewing space.It’s simple, satisfying, and endlessly useful… the kind of make you’ll sew more than once.Comment HANDY and I’ll send you the pattern link. Pattern: Handy Drawstring Bag (3 Sizes) — available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#handydrawstringbag #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingcommunity #sewingpatterns #giftableprojects
Fruity & Floral Favourites 🍓🌼 A cheerful little co Fruity & Floral Favourites 🍓🌼 A cheerful little collection of projects featuring sweet fruity shapes and pretty floral motifs — pineapples, apples, blossoms, flower buds and more. These designs are fun to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for gifting or adding a pop of colour to your sewing space.Swipe through and tell me in the comments: Which fruity or floral project is your favourite?If you’d like the pattern links, comment PATTERNS and I’ll send you a link to my Pattern Store. All patterns are available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#scrapfriendlysewing #giftableprojects #sewingcommunity #makersgonnamake #pdfsewingpattern
Which Dresden Needlebook style are you? ✂️ 💙 This Which Dresden Needlebook style are you? ✂️💙 This little project is one of my favourite ways to play with colour, prints, and tiny details — each style has its own personality, from soft florals to bold geometrics to sweet vintage tones. They’re quick to sew, beautifully giftable, and perfect for keeping needles, pins, and small notions organised.Swipe through the carousel and tell me in the comments: Which Dresden Needlebook style is your favourite?If you’d like the pattern link, comment NEEDLEBOOK and I’ll send it straight to your inbox. The Dresden Needlebook PDF is available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#dresdenneedlebook #sewinginspiration #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnerfriendlysewing #giftableprojects
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