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A Stitched Neighbourhood: House Themed Sewing & Quilting Projects

July 9, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

There’s something deeply comforting about houses—they represent warmth, safety, and the joy of gathering. In quilting and sewing, house motifs tap into nostalgia and community, letting us stitch our own little homesteads from fabric. Whether you’re a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bags, beginner, Christmas, fpp, holiday, home, house, houses, pouches, sewing, sewing pattern

Novelty Fabrics: A Sewist’s Guide to Creative Projects

January 24, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Novelty fabrics are the spice of the sewing world, adding a dash of excitement and personality to any project. These fabrics come in a myriad of themes and prints, from whimsical animals and vibrant florals to holiday motifs and cartoon characters. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: fussy cut, holiday, novelty fabric, seasonal, sewing, sewing pattern

Merry Bauble Table Set

November 23, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

One of my favourite aspects of Christmas is having the whole family gathered around the table as we share a meal together. I love to decorate the table so it is festive and welcoming. Christmas dinner tradition inspired my latest pattern - Merry … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bauble, Christmas, coaster, foundation paper piecing, fpp, holiday, placemat, sewing pattern

Free Holiday Sewing Tutorials

November 21, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Today I have a special treat for you: a collection of free, easy, and beginner-friendly sewing tutorials that are perfect for the festive season. Whether you want to make some handmade gifts, decorate your home, or sew with your kids, I have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: Christmas, decorations, free tutorial, holiday, home decor, ornaments, sewing tutorial

Easter Sewing Ideas

April 1, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

There is something very special about including handmade items in your Easter decorating. One of a kind handmade projects add a lovely touch to your Easter table. I have assembled a roundup of Easter sewing projects that can be easily made in an hour … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Sewing Tagged With: coaster, Easter, easter table, holiday, mugrug, sewing, sewing pattern, sewing tutorial, tutorial

Mini Holiday House

November 28, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Family and Home are the two most important important ingredients for a wonderful Christmas. I have bought these two elements together in my latest sewing pattern - Mini Holiday House. Featuring a colourful roof, linen base and hand stitching, these … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas decorations, Christmas DIY, Christmas ornaments, Christmas table, gift topper, holiday, house, sewing pattern

Farmhouse Pumpkin Placemat

November 10, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

I love decorating my table for holidays to make our family celebrations more special. When we lived in USA we celebrated Thanksgiving with friends. Even though we don't celebrate Thanksgiving her in Australia, I still enjoy making pumpkin pie and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: coaster, fall, Halloween, holiday, mugrug, placemat, pumpkin, sewing pattern, thanksgiving

Top Halloween Sewing Projects

October 17, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Halloween is a great time to unleash your creativity and sew some spooky and fun projects for your home. Whether you want to make a cozy quilt, a festive pillow, a creepy garland, or a trick-or-treat bag, there are so many Halloween sewing projects … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: autumn, beginner friendly, fall, Halloween, holiday, holiday sewing, patchwork, pdf sewing pattern

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Sew‑in tags are one of the simplest ways to elevat Sew‑in tags are one of the simplest ways to elevate your handmade projects — they add personality, polish, and a little extra magic to even the quickest make. In this week’s Elevate Series, I’m sharing my favourite types of sewing labels, where to place them, how to sew them neatly, and a few DIY ideas too.There are so many lovely places to buy sew‑in tags, from small Australian makers to independent designers and Etsy shops. SOHMO recently sent me a selection to try, and they’re beautifully made — perfect for adding a sweet finishing touch to pouches, baskets, drawstring bags, and other beginner‑friendly sewing projects.If you’re a shop that stocks sew‑in tags, feel free to comment below so makers can discover you. And I’d love to know — where do you buy your tags? I’m always discovering new favourites.Save this post for the next time you want to add a little extra charm to your sewing ✨Next Week: Bag Straps — another simple way to elevate your handmade projects.#sewingtips #sewintags #bagmaking #handmadegiftsideas #beginnersewingprojects
Handmade gifts can be thoughtful and elevated — it Handmade gifts can be thoughtful and elevated — it’s all in the styling. I paired my Bakers Buddy Mitt with a mini bread board, a tea towel, tiny spatulas, sprinkles, and a heart cookie cutter. With the red and pink gingham, it also makes the cutest little Valentine’s bundle for bakers, teachers, neighbours, or anyone who loves time in the kitchen.Quick to sew, scrap‑friendly, and endlessly giftable — the Bakers Buddy Mitt is one of my favourite “just because” makes. Would you gift this to someone… or keep it for yourself?Comment BAKER and I’ll send you the link to the Bakers Buddy Mitt — it’s our Pattern of the Week and 25% off right now. Be quick!#valentinesgiftidea #handmadevalentines #valentinesbaking #giffromtheheart #valentinessewing
If you love foundation paper piecing, you’re going If you love foundation paper piecing, you’re going to enjoy this one — a bundle of four woven‑style FPP quilt blocks, each with its own beautiful twist. These blocks look intricate, but the FPP method makes them wonderfully achievable, even if you’re still building your skills.They’re perfect for using up scraps, experimenting with colour, or creating striking mini quilts, cushions, bags, or table decor. Each block has that satisfying “woven” illusion that always gets a second look.Whether you prefer bold brights, soft pastels, or a monochromatic palette, these designs shine in every colourway. And the best part? You get all four blocks together in one bundle.If you’d like the pattern set, comment WOVEN and I’ll send the link straight to you. Woven bundle is available in our Pattern Store.#SewingInspiration #FPP #FoundationPaperPiecing #QuiltBlocks #WovenQuiltBlock
If you love quick, practical sewing projects, the  If you love quick, practical sewing projects, the Baker’s Buddy Mitt is such a fun one to make. It’s scrap‑friendly, gift‑ready, and perfect for anyone who loves to bake.The Bakers Buddy Mitt is 25% off this week only. Comment BAKER and I’ll send you the link to the pattern.  #SewingProject #ScrapFriendlySewing #KitchenSewing #SewingGifts #SewingCommunity
Adding a handmade label is one of my favourite way Adding a handmade label is one of my favourite ways to personalise a project — and these little fabric + felt labels are so quick and satisfying to make.For this Ribbon Pouch, I used the Liberty Gifts from the Garden collection, which has the sweetest fruit motifs. They make perfect tiny labels for pouches, bags, and gifts.Here’s how to make your own:Press a piece of double‑sided fusible web to the back of your fabric.Cut around your chosen motif.Peel off the paper backing.Press the motif onto wool felt.Trim the felt with scalloped scissors.Sew the label onto the front of your pouch.Such a simple detail, but it adds so much charm. Fabric kindly gifted by @regent_street_fabrics — thank you!If you’d like to sew the Ribbon Pouch (3 sizes), comment RIBBON and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you.#SewingInspiration #FabricLabels #DIYLabels #LibertyFabric #LibertyGiftsFromTheGarden
A lot can change in 10 years ❤️ It’s been fun look A lot can change in 10 years ❤️ It’s been fun looking back at where I was in 2016 and how far life has come since then. Swipe for a little trip down memory lane.Back in 2016, my priorities were firmly centred around family. I was working full‑time, sewing in the guest room, sharing tutorials on my blog, and slowly dipping my toes into selling a handful of patterns on Etsy. It was a busy, full season — and creativity was something I fitted in around everything else.  Fast forward to 2026… I’m now retired and living the creative life I once dreamed of. My kids have grown up and are living in their own homes nearby. My husband and I are free to travel, explore, and enjoy this stage of life. And I get to spend my days designing, sewing, and connecting with this beautiful community.Life looks different now — in the best possible way.Were you following me back then, or what has changed for you over the past 10 years? I’d love to hear your story too.Tagging the lovely makers of my quilt: @arabesquescissors @ministryoffabric @belloquacity @alittlepatchwork @sameliasmum coleandtaffy @quiltymamaof4 @shequiltsalot @downgrapevinelane @lizzierosesews @lovethatfabric @sew_mimi.k #2026isthenew2016 #10yeartransformation #sewingjourney #sewingcommunity #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
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