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Burp Cloths to Sew

October 23, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

We have been having a big clean-up of our sewing/crafting space this week. All of our sewing supplies have been reorganised. As part of the organisation, we discovered lots of projects from a few years ago, including this set of Burp Cloths that were … [Read more...]

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

Pretty Drawstring Pouch {Tutorial}

August 28, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 57 Comments

One of my favourite items to sew is little pouches. They are so useful for storing all manner of things. Today I have a new tutorial to share - the Pretty Drawstring Pouch.If you are after a little drawstring pouch to hold a few essentials or to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gift Wrapping, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gifts

Fathers Day Project Ideas

August 17, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

With Australian's celebrating Father's Day on September 2 this year, it is time to get started on some Father's Day projects for the Dad's and Granddad's in your life! Here is a round-up of 10 Project Ideas for Father's Day (or Christmas gifts for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Father's Day Tagged With: gifts

Patchwork Coasters

August 8, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 8 Comments

As Father's Day is only a little over 3 weeks away for Aussie Dad's, we will be sharing a series of Tutorials/Gift Ideas over the coming weeks to give you some inspiration! If it isn't Father's Day in your part of the world, the ideas can be used to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Father's Day, Quilting, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gifts, patchwork

Flavoured Coffee Beans

July 24, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

We are big coffee drinkers in our home and especially love Vanilla Flavoured Coffee. Yummm.  We have a coffee machine with a built in grinder, and occasionally treat ourselves to flavoured coffee beans. If you want to make your own flavoured coffee … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Drinks, Father's Day, Gift Wrapping Tagged With: coffee, gifts

Bridal Shoe Bag

June 7, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

I was cleaning out my wardrobe last weekend and sorting through my clothes. On the top shelf of my wardrobe I have stored my wedding dress, shoes, veil, wedding cards, and other mementos from our wedding. Of course I got side tracked in my cleaning … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: bag, gifts, shoes, wedding

Emergency Zippered Pouch

June 3, 2012 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

Here are some more Emergency Zippered Pouches made up over the weekend.These ones were made using some Bliss fabric that I had in my stash. They take a little less than an hour to make so are the perfect project when time is short.Sarah and I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Back to School, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials, Travel Tagged With: bag, gifts, zipper

Home Sweet Home – A Mothers Day Project

May 10, 2012 By Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

If you are after a last minute gift project  to make your Mum for Mother's Day, the scrabble tile Family Motto may be just the thing!Create a family motto to hang in your kitchen, using vintage fabrics and scrabble tiles. Find a thrifted vintage … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Miscellaneous, Mother's Day Tagged With: gifts

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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
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🐈 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
Who says a Holly Jolly Tree has to be Christmas-th Who says a Holly Jolly Tree has to be Christmas-themed? 🍂This version is stitched in beautiful Village Life fabrics, featuring warm rusts, ochres, and earthy tones that feel right at home for fall decorating, Thanksgiving gatherings, or even Halloween displays.The same design you love, reimagined for a whole new season. ✨Comment TREE for a link to our free Holly Jolly Tree pattern.Fabric: Village Life by Tilda @tilda_australia#tildavillagelife #HollyJollyTree #FallDecor #AutumnSewing
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