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Halloween Cottage

October 3, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Do you decorate for Halloween? I like to add a few Halloween decorations to my hall table to create a vignette. This year my Yultetide Cottages have been given a halloween makeover to create this Halloween Cottage.I used Goose Tales Fabric by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: applique, Halloween, pdf pattern, raw edge applique

Modern Nursery Projects

September 14, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Baby on Trend is the debut fabric collection by Jemima Flendt of Tied with a Ribbon. Jemima has partnered with Two Green Zebras and Robert Kaufman Fabric for this collection which features modern baby prints in three colourways. I was given a bundle … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: baby, baby shower, pdf pattern

Mini Toy Basket

August 16, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

When you have little ones, you can never have too many storage containers to keep toys and supplies organised. I used my Mini Fabric Basket pdf sewing pattern to make a mini toy basket. It is perfectly sized to hold Lego's and other small toys to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: basket, children, Etsy, pdf pattern

Mini Fabric Basket

August 9, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The Mini Fabric Basket is quick to sew and perfect for storing small items such as sewing/craft supplies, nursery supplies, or pantry items. They are a sweet size to use as a gift basket which is a eco-friendly alternative to wrapping paper. In fact, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Etsy, pdf pattern, sewing pattern, Tilda

Maple Farm Patchwork Pocket Pouch

August 7, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

2020 is the year to be prepared! I have been sewing Patchwork Pocket Pouches for my handbags so I always have supplies on hand. They are perfectly sized to hold a few pocket tissues in one pocket, and the other pocket can be used to hold any number … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: gifts to sew, patchwork, pdf pattern, Tilda

Zakka Scissor Cover

July 11, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Happy weekend friends! My latest make is this sweet zakka scissor keeper featuring the cutest mushroom fabric combined with polka dots. I used a natural wood button as the finishing touch!I used my Zakka Scissor Keeper pdf sewing pattern. I … [Read more...]

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Zakka Scissor Keeper

June 21, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

I am really excited to show you my newest pdf sewing pattern - the Zakka Scissor Keeper. I love combining my favourite "scraps" into a colour coordinated fabric panel. The colourful patchwork looks great with the natural linen. I even delved into my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: patchwork, pdf pattern, scrap buster, zakka

Elastic Pencil Pouch

June 20, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

The Elastic Pencil Pouch is is a fun, beginner friendly pattern that can be easily constructed in around an hour. I had the perfect printed linen fabric in my stash - featuring drawing pins, paperclips, scissors and bulldog clips. The fabric was from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Back to School, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Etsy, patchwork, pdf pattern, pencil case, scrap buster

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The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite wa The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite ways to use up leftover fabric strings. Today’s version is made from patchwork strips — a fun, relaxing sew that turns scraps into something beautiful and practical.The Scrappy Strips Pouch pattern has two versions - patchwork strings and selvedges - and two sizes. Comment SELVEDGE (or SELVAGE) for a link to the pattern.Pattern Details: Scrappy Strips Pouch Sewing Pattern is in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#ScrappyStripsPouch #ScrapBustingSewing #PatchworkPouch #StringQuilting #SewingProjects
If you’ve ever wanted to add eyelets or grommets t If you’ve ever wanted to add eyelets or grommets to your sewing projects, here’s a quick look at how I install them using my DK93 snap press. It’s the same tool I use for snaps — and it makes installing eyelets beautifully quick and consistent.Here’s how I install the eyelets:Punch out the four holes using a hole‑cutting die.Place the eyelet into the hole.Press it into place using the snap press.That’s it — simple, sturdy, and it gives the Ribbon Pouch such an elevated, professional finish. I love how clean and secure the result is.Fabric shown: Tilda Something Blue, releasing June 1 — thank you @tilda_australia for the beautiful fabric.✨ If you’d like the Ribbon Pouch pattern (3 sizes), comment RIBBON and I’ll send the link straight to you.Ribbon Pouch Sewing Pattern: available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop (links in profile).#tildasomethingblue #tildafabric #sewingtips #handmadeeveryday #sewingtools
The Ribbon Pouch is one of my favourite quick‑to‑s The Ribbon Pouch is one of my favourite quick‑to‑sew gift bags, and I couldn’t resist making a light and dark version using the new Tilda Something Blue collection. Both pouches use the same print in different colourways — such a pretty way to show how fabric choice changes the whole mood.They’re finished with satin ribbon threaded through grommets, and topped with a tiny star tag. The boxed base helps them stand beautifully, and the ribbon closure makes them perfect for birthdays, thank‑you gifts, treats, or little treasures.This is a beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, quick project you’ll want to sew again and again. Pattern includes 3 sizes.If you’d like the pattern, comment RIBBON and I’ll send the link straight to you.Pattern Details: Ribbon Pouch (3 Sizes) available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric Details: Tilda Something Blue - releasing on 1 June 2026. Thanks to @tilda_australia#TildaSomethingBlue #TildaFabric #SewingPattern #BeginnerSewingProject #QuickSewingProject   
Sewing with scraps is one of my favourite ways to Sewing with scraps is one of my favourite ways to get creative — small pieces, leftover corners, charm‑square offcuts… they all have so much potential.Here are 10 scrap‑friendly projects that use small pieces beautifully. They’re quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for gifting ✂️✨Save this for the next time you want to turn your scraps into something pretty.Which one would you sew first?  Tell me in the comments — I love seeing what you’re making.Patterns are available in my pattern store (link in profile) or comment PATTERNS and I will send you the link. #scrapsewing #scrapbusting #scrapfriendly #sewinginspiration #sewingideas
I save every selvedge (or selvage) — the colour do I save every selvedge (or selvage) — the colour dots, the tiny prints, the designer names… they’re too pretty to throw away.Here’s how I turn them into something useful:
• lay them diagonally on a square of fusible interfacing
• overlap slightly
• stitch close to the printed edge
• keep building until you have a panelIt’s such a fun way to use scraps and create something totally unique ✂️✨If you’d like the Scrappy Strips Pouch pattern, comment SELVEDGE or SELVAGE and I’ll send you the link.Pattern Details: Scrappy Strips Pouch Pattern is available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#scrappystripspouch #selvage #scrapbuster #sewingcommunity #sewingtip
A little Something Blue for tonight’s sewing sessi A little Something Blue for tonight’s sewing session 💙I’m packing my Makers Caddy with supplies for my next project — fabric, thread, tassels, lavender… I can’t wait to share it with you soon.There’s something so calming about soft blues, tidy supplies, and a project all ready to go — it makes the whole sewing process feel extra special.Hope this brings a little mid‑week inspiration to your feed ✂️✨If you’d like the link to the Makers Caddy, comment CADDY and I’ll send it to you.Fabric: Tilda Something Blue with thanks to @tilda_australiaPattern Details: Makers Caddy Sewing Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#tildasomethingblue #ilovetilda #sewingcommunity #tildaaustralia #sewingpattern
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