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Makers Gift Guide: Gifts for Self-Care and Relaxation

November 10, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

In the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, sometimes the most meaningful gift is a gentle reminder to slow down. This week’s Makers Gift Guide is all about creating thoughtful, handmade gifts that encourage rest, reflection, and a little … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing, gifts, gifts to sew, mindfulness, quick sew, relaxation, scrap sewing, self-care

The Sewist’s Guide to Crafting Comfort: Handmade Gifts for Relaxation and Self-Care

September 18, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Sewing, an art that stitches together not just fabrics but also the essence of self-care and comfort, offers a unique avenue to create luxurious gifts that pamper and soothe. Imagine the gentle embrace of a relaxation eye pillow, the quirky comfort … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: caring, gifts, relaxation, self care, sewing patterns

Sewing Gifts 101: Easy and Affordable Ideas for Your Crafty Friends

November 29, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Are you looking for some easy and affordable gift ideas for your crafty friends? Do you want to show off your sewing skills and make something unique and thoughtful? If so, you're in luck! In this blog post, I will share with you 12 free sewing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gifts, gifts to sew, scrap buster, scrap sewing, sewists, tutorial

10 Gifts to Sew for the Holidays

December 11, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The holidays are fast approaching but there is still time to create a one of a kind handmade gift for your family and friends. Nothing beats homemade gift items that you have put time and effort into creating for your loved ones. I always incorporate … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gifts, gifts to sew, holiday gifts

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...]

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Gifts to Make for Sewists

November 10, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

With the festive season nearly upon us,now is the time to start planning your gift list. I like to include some handmade items with my gifts - nothing beats a handmade, one-of-a-kind gift. I have collated 10 gift ideas for Sewists. These are fun, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gifts, sewing, sewing tutorial

Covered Matchboxes

January 20, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

I am working on a couple of new sewing patterns and have generated some pretty "scraps". In my never ending quest to use all the pretty fabric, I have covered matchboxes with fabric offcuts. This is a super fast project -  pretty and practical - just … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Miscellaneous Tagged With: gifts, no sew, quick craft, scrap buster, scraps

Harvest Leaf Coasters

August 20, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

I have recently given my home office nook a Scandi inspired makeover. It is decorated in white, gold, and pastels - and it is such an inviting corner of my family room. I usually have a cup of tea on hand when I am working at my computer, so some new … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gifts, scrap buster, sewing tutorials, Tilda

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A little drawstring bag that always comes to the r A little drawstring bag that always comes to the rescue. This one stitches up quickly, uses small cuts of fabric, and is perfect for treats, tiny gifts, or organising your sewing space. It’s one of those patterns you’ll make again and again — simple, satisfying, and endlessly useful.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 #sewingcommunity #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpatterns #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A tiny sewing kit that goes everywhere with me. I A tiny sewing kit that goes everywhere with me. I love how something so small can keep all my essentials organised — room for buttons, pins, needles, and tiny scissors. It’s a quick, scrap‑friendly project and such a handy little make for travel, retreats, everyday sewing, or gifting.Comment TRAVEL and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern details: Travel Sewing Kit PDF Pattern - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#travelsewingkit #sewingorganization #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingprojects #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A quick desk reset with my Makers Caddy — it’s ama A quick desk reset with my Makers Caddy — it’s amazing how much calmer everything feels when your favourite tools have a home. This little project is scrap‑friendly, beginner‑friendly, and one of my most‑used makes in the sewing room.Comment CADDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Makers Caddy PDF Sewing Pattern - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#makerscaddy #sewingorganization #sewingroominspo #scrapfriendlysewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
🐱✨ Sleepy Cat Coaster ✨🐱 A simple, relaxing EPP pr 🐱✨ Sleepy Cat Coaster ✨🐱 A simple, relaxing EPP project that’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and comes together quickly. It’s a useful little make on its own and also works well as a gift‑ready set if you sew a few at once.Perfect for easing into hand sewing or using up leftover fabric in a practical way.📣 Comment SLEEPY below and I’ll send you the pattern link 🧵Pattern: Sleepy Cat Coaster Sewing Pattern - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#englishpaperpiecing #scrapbustingsewing #handsewingproject #sewingpatternshop #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
The Flower Power Pouch is one of those sweet, sati The Flower Power Pouch is one of those sweet, satisfying makes that always brings a smile. With its five‑petal shape and flat base, it’s perfect for holding small gifts, treats, or a few sewing essentials — and it comes together beautifully with scraps.Check our a few of my favourite fabric combinations. It’s a fun weekend sew if you’re looking for something quick, cheerful, and a little bit different.🌸 Comment FLOWER for a link to the pattern
🛍 Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop (link in profile)What colours or prints would you choose for your Flower Power Pouch?#flowerpowerpouch #scrapfriendlysewing #handmadegiftideas #sewingproject #weekendsewing
These Mini Treat Pouches are one of my favourite q These Mini Treat Pouches are one of my favourite quick makes — perfect for gifting sewing notions, candy, or any tiny treasure you want to make feel special.In this reel I’m sharing a simple closure hack using colourful hair elastics. They’re inexpensive, easy to match to your project, and such a fun alternative to ribbon.Each pouch includes a sweet little pocket and tag detail, and they come together beautifully with scraps — a great weekend sew if you’re looking for something quick and satisfying.🎁 Comment TREAT for the pattern link
🛍 Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy shop (link in profile)Watch to the end for the hack — and tell me, what everyday items do you love repurposing in your sewing projects?#minitreatpouch #giftpouch #sewinghack #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject
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