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New Free Pattern: Threaded Tokens

October 6, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

If you love adding a handmade touch to your holiday gifting, I’m excited to share my latest free pattern—Threaded Tokens!These sweet little stitched tags are perfect for:They’re quick to make, beginner-friendly, and ideal for showcasing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: beginner sewing, Christmas, eyelet, free pattern, gift tag, gift topper, gift wrapping, grommet, holiday sewing, quick craft, quick sew, scrap buster, sewing pattern, tag, tutorial

Christmas Ribbon Gift Box

November 5, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

It is time to level up your gift wrapping this holiday season. Make a Christmas Ribbon Gift Box and it is like giving two gifts in one. Crafted from fabric and luxurious satin ribbon, it is a delightful way to present a special gift.The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, box, eco friendly, gift wrapping, ribbon, sewing pattern

Ribbon Gift Box

September 2, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Introducing the Ribbon Gift Box. I am on a quest to be more sustainable and eco friendly in my gift wrapping choices. I have made a number of gift totes but some gifts are better presented in a box. The Ribbon Gift Box is an ideal way to package a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: eco-friendly, gift, gift to sew, gift wrapping, sewing, sewing pattern, sustainable sewing

Christmas House Pouch

December 16, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I have given the Zippered House Pouch a Christmas makeover in this Christmas House Pouch. I raided my button collection to find just the right festive buttons. I added Christmas light button/charms from my stash. Festive and fun - I love how it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas, gift wrapping, gifts to sew, pouch, zipper

Festive Soaps

November 8, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

I always like to have a few small gifts on hand during the Christmas season. These festive soaps are easy to create - just wrap a scented soap with brown paper, applique a Christmas tree, and tie with bakers twine. These little festive soaps are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Gift Wrapping Tagged With: Christmas, gift wrapping, raw edge applique, sewing illustration

Retro Drawstring Bag

October 23, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 40 Comments

Retro Drawstring Bags are a fun project to use your favourite stash fabrics. I love a quick sewing project that provides an opportunity to combine different fabrics and trims. I needed a couple of small gift bags for upcoming birthdays. The Retro … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gift wrapping, retro, sewing, sewing tutorials

Favourite Uses for Fabric Tape

September 26, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 12 Comments

Favourite Uses for Fabric Tape (Plus: How to Make Your Own Fabric Tape!) Fabric tape is one of those delightful craft supplies that instantly adds charm to any project. Made from cotton fabric with an adhesive backing, fabric tape works just like … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gift Wrapping, Paper Crafts Tagged With: fabric tape, gift wrapping, Tilda, washi tape

Dress Form Gift Tags

August 16, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

I always like to complete a gift with a handmade tag - it just adds a nice personalised touch. The Dress Form Lavender Sachets , were the inspiration behind these dress form gift tags. They were quickly made in under 30 minutes using some basic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gift Wrapping, Paper Crafts, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gift tag, gift wrapping, Liberty, sewing, tutorial

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The Travel Sewing Kit is one of my most‑loved patt The Travel Sewing Kit is one of my most‑loved patterns — compact, practical, and perfect for retreats, travel, or keeping your favourite tools together. I’ve sewn so many versions over the years, and this one might be my favourite yet.It’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, quick to sew, and makes a lovely little gift ✂️✨Comment TRAVEL and I’ll send you the pattern link.#travelsewingkit #sewingorganisation #scrapfriendlysewing #quicksewingproject #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
The Mini Fabric Basket is one of my most‑loved qui The Mini Fabric Basket is one of my most‑loved quick‑sew projects — perfect for scraps, gifting, organising, and using up those little pieces you can’t bear to throw away. I’ve made so many versions over the years, and they’re always such a satisfying finish.🌟 It's our pattern of the week and is 25% off this week only.Sew one in under an hour ✂️ Beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and endlessly useful.✨ Comment MFB and I’ll send you the pattern link.#minifabricbasket #beginnersewing #sewingroom #sewingcommunity #sewfun
Stars are everywhere right now — in quilts, pouche Stars are everywhere right now — in quilts, pouches, table décor, and summer sewing — so I pulled together 7 of my favourite star‑themed projects to inspire your next make. These designs are bright, modern, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for weekend sewing or handmade gifting.From bold table runners to sweet little pincushions, these star projects are fun to sew and add a cheerful pop to your home.✨ Comment PATTERNS for a link to our pattern store where you’ll find all of these star designs.Which one would you sew first ⭐#starsewingproject #patchworkstars #quiltinginspiration #scrapfriendlysewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
One pattern, endless possibilities ✨ The All Seaso One pattern, endless possibilities ✨ The All Seasons Gift Tote is my go‑to for birthdays, Father’s Day, Christmas, and last‑minute gifting.Scrap‑friendly, quick to sew, and includes 4 seasonal gift tags to personalise every present.Which version is your favourite?Pattern available in my Pattern Store + Etsy Shop.Comment SEASONS and I'll send you a pattern link.#allseasonsgifttote #giftstosew #beginnersewing #scrapfriendly #sewingcommunity
Pretty storage for your sewing room ✨ The Mini Dra Pretty storage for your sewing room ✨ The Mini Drawstring Gift Bag is one of our most‑loved patterns — quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for holding clips, pins, needles and all those tiny tools that need a pretty home.It’s a sweet little project for the weekend and a great way to use your favourite fabric scraps.Comment MINI and I’ll send you the pattern link. One of our most popular designs for a reason.#minidrawstringgiftbag #sewingroomstorage #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingpatterns #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
Two sweet pouches that work beautifully together ✨ Two sweet pouches that work beautifully together ✨ The Handy Drawstring Pouch + Mini Treat Pouch are both quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for using up your favourite fabric scraps.They’re sweet on their own — but even better as a pair. Great for gifting, organising, or adding a little handmade charm to your sewing table.You also save 25% when you buy the bundle — a thank you for supporting two of my most‑loved pouch patterns.Which one would you sew first — Handy Drawstring or Mini Treat?Comment BAGDUO and I’ll send the bundle link straight to you.Fabric: Tilda Songbird collection — thank you @tilda_australia.#beginnersewingpatterns #scrapbustingsewing #handmadegifts #sewingprojects #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
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