A Spoonful of Sugar

Make. Bake. Create.

Menu
  • Home
  • About
    • About Us
    • Press
    • FAQ
    • Disclosure Policy
    • Contact Us
  • Crafts
    • Crochet
    • DIY
    • Embroidery/Cross stitch
    • Gift Wrapping
    • Knitting
    • Miscellaneous
    • Paper Crafts
  • Holidays
    • New Year’s
    • Australia Day
    • Back to School
    • Valentines Day
    • Easter
    • ANZAC Day
    • Mother’s Day
    • Father’s Day
    • Halloween
    • Christmas
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Bars & Slices
    • Bread & Pastries
    • Cakes
    • Cookies
    • Confectionery
    • Cupcakes & Muffins
    • Desserts
    • Drinks
    • Ice Cream
    • Jams/Preserves
    • Main Meals
  • Sewing
    • Sewing Tutorials
    • Quilting
    • Sewing & Quilting Patterns
  • Free Patterns
  • Shop
    • Pattern Store
    • Etsy Store
You are here: Home / Archives for gifts

Personalised Photo Gifts

December 5, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

Sponsored by OfficeworksWe love to give thoughtful, unique and meaningful Christmas gifts to our family and friends. Each year it seems to get harder and harder to find the perfect Christmas present. This year we found the perfect solution and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Christmas, gifts, photo

Easy Wash Cloth to Sew

July 5, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

I am still working my way through the pack of plain face washers/wash cloths that I bought recently, and transforming them into little gifts. This weeks' quick craft, is an easy wash cloth that has been edged in a sweet polka dot bias tape and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: craft stall, face washer, gifts, quick craft

How to Make a Bath Mitt

March 30, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

Do you remember the pack of white face washers that I bought recently? Well I am slowly coming up with some ways to jazz  them up for little gifts.  This week I have made one into a bath mitt featuring our favourite icon, the Eiffel Tower! This is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: craft stall, face washer, face washer challenge, gifts

Easter Flower Centrepiece

March 27, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Now the weather is finally cooling down, we have been buying a few plants for our garden. When I was at the garden centre last week, I spotted some little pots of colourful flowers for under $2.00. I thought they would make a sweet Easter gift or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter Tagged With: flowers, gifts, table setting

Last Minute Christmas Ideas

December 23, 2013 By Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

Christmas Eve is always such a busy day. We usually spend it in the kitchen, baking, with the carols playing in the background. We manage to find time for some last minute Christmas decorating/crafting as we put the finishing touches on our Christmas … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas Tagged With: candy, Christmas table, cupcake liners, doilies, gifts, herbs, table setting

Books for Craft Lovers

December 16, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Last week, we reviewed 6 titles for Bakers and Cooks. This week we are reviewing a selection of new titles that would make great gifts for sewers, quilters, knitters, and paper crafters. Nothing beats a lovely book for Christmas! If you are taking … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Knitting, Paper Crafts, Quilting, Sewing Tagged With: baby, gifts, origami

Guest Towel with Crochet Trim

October 29, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 15 Comments

If you are like us, you are probably starting to think about gifts you can make for Christmas. Giving something handmade is really in keeping with the true spirit of Christmas.A Guest Towel that is trimmed with some pretty fabric and a crocheted … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crochet, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gifts

Eiffel Tower Heat Bag

September 28, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

Today you will find us guest posting over at Fave Crafts as part of US National Sewing Month. Our Winter Warmers Lavender Heat Bags is one of our most popular tutorials. This time we have made a removable heat bag cover, featuring our favourite icon, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: French, gifts, Paris

« Previous Page
Next Page »
  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Threads
  • TikTok
SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER
×

Categories

Archives

PURCHASE PDF PATTERNS

We offer over 100 affordable PDF sewing patterns available for download from our store website or Etsy store. Each pattern includes detailed instructions, numerous photos, and templates.

WEB STORE ETSY STORE

Instagram

One pattern, endless possibilities! 🍂🎄 The free H One pattern, endless possibilities! 🍂🎄The free Holly Jolly Tree pattern can be stitched in harvest colours for autumn decorating or transformed into a festive Christmas tree using your favourite holiday fabrics.Swipe to see four completely different looks created from the same beginner-friendly pattern.Comment TREE and I'll send you the link to grab the free pattern.#hollyjollytree #freesewingpattern #holidaysewing #makersgonnamake #quicksewing
From a simple hexie flower to a sweet drawstring p From a simple hexie flower to a sweet drawstring pouch!This beginner-friendly project combines a little English Paper Piecing with simple sewing to create the perfect gift, project pouch, or scrap-friendly make.💬 Comment GARDEN and I'll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Hexie Garden Pouch ( available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop).#hexiegardenpouch #englishpaperpiecing #eppsewing #pouchpattern #beginnersewing
zip 🎄 Quick. Cute. Giftable. 🎄 The Mini Treat Po zip🎄 Quick. Cute. Giftable. 🎄The Mini Treat Pouch is one of those projects you'll find yourself making again and again. It's quick to sew, fun to personalise, and perfect for Christmas gifting.Fill it with candy, gift cards, jewellery, beauty treats, sewing notions, or other little treasures. Add a ribbon tab or decorative patch for an extra-special finishing touch.Featuring a fold-over top, button loop closure, handy back pocket, and fully lined construction, it's a sweet little project that's as practical as it is charming.Which fabric would you choose? ❤️ Red 💚 Green 💙 Blue✨ Comment TREAT for the pattern link.The Mini Treat Pouch pattern is available in my Pattern Store and Etsy shop.#christmassewing #tildafabric #tildamerrylittlechristmas #giftsewing #pdfsewingpattern
The pattern you've been asking for just got even b The pattern you've been asking for just got even better! 🎄The Hexie Holiday Placemat is now available in 2 sizes, giving you more options for holiday decorating and gift giving. Use the smaller size for mugs and treats, or the larger size for festive table settings.Perfect for Christmas fabrics, holiday scraps, and foundation paper piecing enthusiasts.Comment HOLIDAY and I'll send you the link! ❤️#foundationpaperpiecing #christmassewing #quiltingprojects #sewingpattern #tildafabric
Looking for a fun way to package small gifts, fest Looking for a fun way to package small gifts, festive treats, gift cards, or little treasures? 🎁The Mini Treat Pouch is as practical as it is cute, featuring:
• A sweet button and elastic closure
 • A handy back pocket for notes, gift cards, or tags
 • A beginner-friendly design that's quick to sew
 • Perfect for Christmas gifting and everyday surprisesThis version is stitched in beautiful Merry Happy fabric by Ruby Star Society, bringing a cheerful and modern holiday feel to every pouch.
❤️Comment TREAT below and I'll send you the link to the pattern! ✨Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#SewingPattern #ChristmasSewing #RubyStarSociety #HandmadeGiftIdeas
#MiniTreatPouch
🐈 Which Sleepy Cat are you? Are you a Classic Cat 🐈 Which Sleepy Cat are you?Are you a Classic Cat who loves timeless fabrics, a Festive Cat already planning Christmas sewing, or a Spooky Cat embracing all things Halloween?Swipe through and find your Sleepy Cat personality, then tell us in the comments!✨ Comment SLEEPY and I'll send you a link to the Sleepy Cat Mug Rug pattern.Pattern Details: Sleepy Cat Mugrug pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop#sleepycatmugrug
#sewfun #sewingpattern #giftstosew #englishpaperpiecing
Follow on Instagram

Featured Pattern

Travel Sewing Kit Pattern

Featured Tutorial

Retro Drawstring Bag

Featured Recipe

Lemon Pound Cake

Connect

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Threads
  • TikTok
SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER
×

Popular Posts

  • Halloween Sewing Projects to Make This Weekend
  • Apple Crumble Slice
  • 9 Pumpkin Projects to Sew This Fall
  • Pumpkin Patch {Halloween Applique}
  • Pretty Little Details: Hardware Highlights
  • Triangle Pouch
  • Harvest Leaf Coasters

Copyright © 2026 Lisa. K. Cox - A Spoonful of Sugar