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Fat Quarter Friendly

June 28, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Fat quarters are popular with quilters and sewists alike as they are versatile and a great way to get variety in your fabric stash. I have compiled all you need to know about fat quarters in this handy article. Download your fat quarter facts today … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Room Tagged With: fabric, fat quarter, informational, pre-cut, scrap buster, sewing, sewing pattern, sewing project, sewing room

Sewing with Scraps

May 18, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

How to Sort Your ScrapsWhen Sewing and Quilting on a Budget it is important you make good use of your scraps. Quilting cotton is expensive and when you make a quilt top or other sewing project, there is usually various sized pieces left over. It … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: fabric, organise, pdf pattern, pdf sewing pattern, scrap buster, scraps, sewing, sewing room

Daydream Projects

October 25, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Have you seen the newly released fabric range, Daydream? It is one of the sweetest fabrics ranges I have seen. The gelati colours and whimsical designs that depict the joy of childhood games are perfect for so many projects. Designed by Patty Basemi … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Etsy, fabric, patchwork, sewing for children

Mothers Day Cards

April 28, 2019 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

With Mother's Day fast approaching, I designed these super quick and easy Mother's Day cards. They were the perfect use for some special fabric scraps from the Loyal Heights range by Jera Brandvig for Lecien Fabrics.If you would like to make … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Miscellaneous, Mother's Day, Paper Crafts Tagged With: card making, fabric, gift tag, no sew, quick craft, scrap buster

Fabric Covered Bobbins

October 6, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Looking for a quick way to use your favourite fabric scraps? These Fabric Covered Bobbins are a fast, no-sew project that can be made in just minutes. Perfect for winding ribbons, trims, ric-rac, lace, and twine, they add a beautiful handmade touch … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Miscellaneous, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: fabric, scrap buster, scraps, Tilda, tutorial

Fabric Covered Berry Box

March 5, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

For me, it is all in the details - pretty fabrics and sweet packaging put a smile on my face.  In these fabric covered berry boxes, I have combined pretty fabric scraps with wooden berry boxes. This is a quick, no sew, crafty project that can be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Gift Wrapping Tagged With: Easter, fabric, gift packaging, gifts from the kitchen

Christmas Poinsettia Wreath

September 9, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 12 Comments

I know it is early for Christmas project posts but I wanted to let you know about our new pdf pattern - the Christmas Poinsettia Wreath. This wreath is easily constructed in an afternoon from wool felt, fabric, and buttons. It is the perfect project … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas decorations, Christmas ornaments, fabric, felt, Holidays, sewing

Reel Time Doorstop

April 19, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

Welcome to the final day of the Reel Time Blog Tour. Reel Time is the latest fabric range by the talented Brigitte Heitland from Zen Chic who also designed the popular Comma range. Reel Time is inspired by elements and colours from the film industry … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: blog tour, fabric

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What's Your Birthstone Sewing Project? ✨💎 From ru What's Your Birthstone Sewing Project? ✨💎From ruby reds to sapphire blues and opal pastels, I've matched 12 sewing projects to the colours of the traditional birthstones!🎂 Find your birth month, discover your project, and see if it's a perfect match.Did you get your favourite? Or are you tempted by a different month's project? 😊👇 Tell me your birth month and project in the comments!🧵 Comment PATTERNS and I'll send you a link to our pattern store.#sewingpatterns #sewingprojects #makersgonnamake #sewinginspiration #handmadegifts
🎃 Made with 30 tiny 2" squares and fussy-cut Hallo 🎃 Made with 30 tiny 2" squares and fussy-cut Halloween prints from Good Spirits by Ruby Star Society!Watch this Handy Drawstring Pouch transform from folded flat into a sweet little candy-filled pouch. Perfect for scraps, gifts, and Halloween treats.🧡 Comment HANDY for the pattern link! 👻✨Pattern: Handy Drawstring Pouch (3 Sizes) - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop#handydrawstringpouch #halloweensewing #rubystarsociety
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🎁 Stop buying gift bags! Reusable fabric gift tot 🎁 Stop buying gift bags!Reusable fabric gift totes are a beautiful way to present gifts and become part of the gift itself.This All Seasons Gift Tote was sewn using Liberty's gorgeous Gifts from the Garden collection, filled with tiny strawberries, lemons and blossoms. I finished it with an appliqué patch and woven tag.These reusable totes are perfect for birthdays, Christmas, Mother's Day, teacher gifts and more, and can be enjoyed long after the gift has been opened.Pattern available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Comment SEASONS for a link. ✨#allseasonsgifttote #Libertygiftsfromthegarden #fabricgiftbag #handmadegifts #sewingproject @regent_street_fabrics
🎀 Why use gift wrap when you can sew a Ribbon Pouc 🎀 Why use gift wrap when you can sew a Ribbon Pouch?Featuring grommets and a ribbon closure, this beginner-friendly project is quick to sew and makes any small gift feel extra special. Best of all, the recipient can reuse it again and again.🧵 Beginner friendly
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💕 No zipper requiredComment RIBBON and I'll send you the pattern link via DM.Fabric: Liberty tana lawn and white linen
Pattern: Ribbon Pouch (3 Sizes) available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#ribbonpouch #handmadegifts #beginnersewing #giftsewing #Libertyfabric
Beautiful storage doesn't have to be hidden away. Beautiful storage doesn't have to be hidden away.The Luma Bucket combines clean lines, practical storage, and timeless style, making it perfect for organizing sewing supplies, yarn, craft projects, or everyday essentials around the home. Available in two
sizes, it's a versatile project you'll reach for again and again.What will you fill your bucket with? Yarn, sewing supplies, or fabric scraps?Comment LUMA for a link to the pattern.✨ Fabric Details: Hastings Street Linen with thanks to
@devonstone_collection and @2greenzebras🧵 Pattern Details: Luma Bucket (2 Sizes) Pattern, available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#hastingstreetlinen #devonstonecollection #2greenzebras #lumabucket
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Why is the Handy Drawstring Pouch our most popular Why is the Handy Drawstring Pouch our most popular pattern?Available in 3 sizes, this clever design stands upright without bulky boxed corners, is fully reversible, and folds flat between uses. It's a practical project you'll find yourself sewing again and again for gifts, travel, sewing supplies, seasonal decorating, and everyday
organisation.For this Halloween version, I created patchwork panels using thirty 2" squares and fussy-cut favourite prints in shades of orange, citron, blue-grey, cream, brown, and black. It's a fun way to showcase special fabrics while creating something both beautiful and useful.✨ Swipe through to discover 5 reasons sewists love this pattern.🧵 Comment HANDY and I'll send you a link to the pattern.#aspoonfulofsugardesigns #handydrawstringpouch #sewingpattern
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