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Sewing Projects for Cat and Dog Lovers

October 21, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

In this post, I will share with you some of the best sewing patterns to make for cat and dog lovers. Whether you want to make a pet food mat, a dog toy, or a cute bag, there is something here that suits your taste and skill level. At the end of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: cat, cat lover, dog, dog lover, free, free gift, gift tags, gifts to sew, kitten, puppy, sewing, sewing patterns

Mini Heart Gift Tag

September 27, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

I love to give hand made gifts. If I don't give handmade, I at least like to add some creativity to the gift wrapping. Our latest project is mini heart gift tags.I have been enjoying some quick crochet projects recently that are helping me use all … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet, Gift Wrapping Tagged With: crochet, doiley, gift tags, gift wrapping

Joy Christmas Gift Tags

November 30, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

After a couple of shopping outings this week. Sarah and I have nearly completed the Christmas gift shopping. We have set up a gift wrapping station on our dining table and are wrapping the gifts as we go. We needed some simple gift tags to suit our … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Paper Crafts Tagged With: gift tags, Silhouette

Doiley Gift Tags

November 1, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 12 Comments

Doilies, gingham, buttons - these are some of our favourite things.  We made some simple Doiley Gift tags for Christmas. We are loving the classic white and red colours for our Christmas projects this year.Using some thick textured white card, we cut … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Gift Wrapping Tagged With: card making, gift tags

Fabric Gift Tags

September 10, 2011 By Spoonful of Sugar - 16 Comments

Today I made up some fabric gift tags using the design in Sewing Bits and Pieces: 35 Projects Using Fabric Scraps. This project used plastic wrap (glad wrap) to fuse the fabric to the scrap booking card which worked surprising well.It was a very … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gift Wrapping, Sewing Tagged With: gift tags, scraps

Scrap Buster Gift Tags

August 20, 2011 By Spoonful of Sugar - 24 Comments

While sorting through my fabric scraps, I was pondering if I should keep so many tiny scraps. I found some of my favourite fabrics - and for some favourites,  these small pieces were all I had left.I made up some Scrap Buster Gift Tags, using some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Gift Wrapping, Uncategorized Tagged With: gift tags, scraps

Stamped Tags and Labels

June 12, 2011 By Spoonful of Sugar - 28 Comments

I have a sweet set of Japanese Sewing Stamps that I bought from Cute Tape. I love the sewing motifs, and used them to make some fabric labels.Using ink pads that are suited to fabric, I stamped some images on cotton twill tape and heat set them with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gift Wrapping Tagged With: gift tags, stamps

Quick Crochet Gift Tags

November 26, 2010 By Spoonful of Sugar - 29 Comments

I crocheted up a batch of small granny squares using  DMC Perle 5 in red and white, et voilà the Quick Crocheted Gift Tag was born.These would also work well in other colours - I can just visualise them in some pastel hues for Easter. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Crochet Tagged With: gift tags

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Meet the sweetest little project you can sew in mi Meet the sweetest little project you can sew in minutes — the Pyramid Weight. Use it as a pattern weight, scented sachet, or even a book weight… all from one triangle of fabric. Comment PYRAMID for the free pattern.Fabric is Something Blue by Tilda, releasing 1 June 2026 — with thanks to @tilda_australia.#tildasomethingblue #tildafabric #freepattern #sewingtutorial #sewinglove
The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite wa The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite ways to use up leftover fabric strings. Today’s version is made from patchwork strips — a fun, relaxing sew that turns scraps into something beautiful and practical.The Scrappy Strips Pouch pattern has two versions - patchwork strings and selvedges - and two sizes. Comment SELVEDGE (or SELVAGE) for a link to the pattern.Pattern Details: Scrappy Strips Pouch Sewing Pattern is in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#ScrappyStripsPouch #ScrapBustingSewing #PatchworkPouch #StringQuilting #SewingProjects
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.Here’s how I 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 — simple, sturdy, and it gives the Ribbon Pouch such an elevated, professional finish. I love how clean and secure the result is.Fabric shown: Tilda Something Blue, releasing June 1 — thank you @tilda_australia for the beautiful fabric.✨ If you’d like the Ribbon Pouch pattern (3 sizes), comment RIBBON and I’ll send the link straight to you.Ribbon Pouch Sewing Pattern: available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop (links in profile).#tildasomethingblue #tildafabric #sewingtips #handmadeeveryday #sewingtools
The Ribbon Pouch is one of my favourite quick‑to‑s The Ribbon Pouch is one of my favourite quick‑to‑sew gift bags, and I couldn’t resist making a light and dark version using the new Tilda Something Blue collection. Both pouches use the same print in different colourways — such a pretty way to show how fabric choice changes the whole mood.They’re finished with satin ribbon threaded through grommets, and topped with a tiny star tag. The boxed base helps them stand beautifully, and the ribbon closure makes them perfect for birthdays, thank‑you gifts, treats, or little treasures.This is a beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, quick project you’ll want to sew again and again. Pattern includes 3 sizes.If you’d like the pattern, comment RIBBON and I’ll send the link straight to you.Pattern Details: Ribbon Pouch (3 Sizes) available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric Details: Tilda Something Blue - releasing on 1 June 2026. Thanks to @tilda_australia#TildaSomethingBlue #TildaFabric #SewingPattern #BeginnerSewingProject #QuickSewingProject   
Sewing with scraps is one of my favourite ways to Sewing with scraps is one of my favourite ways to get creative — small pieces, leftover corners, charm‑square offcuts… they all have so much potential.Here are 10 scrap‑friendly projects that use small pieces beautifully. They’re quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for gifting ✂️✨Save this for the next time you want to turn your scraps into something pretty.Which one would you sew first?  Tell me in the comments — I love seeing what you’re making.Patterns are available in my pattern store (link in profile) or comment PATTERNS and I will send you the link. #scrapsewing #scrapbusting #scrapfriendly #sewinginspiration #sewingideas
I save every selvedge (or selvage) — the colour do I save every selvedge (or selvage) — the colour dots, the tiny prints, the designer names… they’re too pretty to throw away.Here’s how I turn them into something useful:
• lay them diagonally on a square of fusible interfacing
• overlap slightly
• stitch close to the printed edge
• keep building until you have a panelIt’s such a fun way to use scraps and create something totally unique ✂️✨If you’d like the Scrappy Strips Pouch pattern, comment SELVEDGE or SELVAGE and I’ll send you the link.Pattern Details: Scrappy Strips Pouch Pattern is available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#scrappystripspouch #selvage #scrapbuster #sewingcommunity #sewingtip
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