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6 Popular Pencil Case Patterns for Back-to-School & Sewing Room Organization

August 18, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Back-to-school season is the perfect time to dive into a fun and functional sewing project—and what better way to get started than with a DIY pencil case? Whether you're organizing stationery, storing sewing tools, or making handmade gifts, pencil … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Back to School, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: back to school, beginner sewing, pencil case, pencil pouch, pouch, scrap sewing, sewing pattern, stationery, zipper

Liberty Rainbow Pouch

April 14, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

There’s something magical about Liberty Tana Lawn fabric, and when paired with a rainbow of soft pastel hues, it creates a pouch that is both beautiful and practical. This week in my studio, I stitched up the Liberty Rainbow Pouch, a delightful blend … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Capel, Liberty, Liberty Capel, pencil case, pouch, sewing pattern, zipper, zippered pouch

Sewing Joy: Make your Own Tiny Tote

January 15, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Combining pretty fabrics together to make something new is one of the joys of sewing. My Tiny Tote pattern is ideal for using as a makeup bag, pencil case, or to store supplies for sewing on the go. Despite their small size, they can hold a number of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, pencil case, sewing pattern, sewing project, Tilda, Tilda SUnday Brunch, zip, zippered pouch

Tiny Tote Pattern

September 17, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Pink, Yellow and Aqua is one of my favourite colour combinations. It always looks so cheerful and happy. I have dived into my treasured stash of fabrics from Japanese designer, Atsuko Matsuyama to create this Tiny Tote Zippered Pouch. I added a pink … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Atsuko Matsuyama, bag, pencil case, pouch, sewing pattern, tote, zipper

Tiny Tote

August 20, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Unveil the magic of organization with our latest creation, the Tiny Tote! This charming zippered pouch is your new go-to for keeping those little essentials in check, be it pencils for the budding artist, makeup for the on-the-go beauty enthusiast, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: back to school, bag, pdf sewing pattern, pencil case, scrap buster, sewing pattern, zipper, zippered pouch

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

Journal Pencil Case

July 5, 2019 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

All of my journals and notebooks are getting their own coordinating Journal Pencil Case. This way, I will never be caught without writing materials when inspiration strikes! If you haven't seen our Elastic Pencil Cases, they are slimline pencil cases … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: elastic pencil case, pencil case, Tilda, Tilda Plum Garden, zipper

Elastic Pencil Pouch

June 2, 2019 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Elastic Pencil Cases are pretty and practical! They can be easily constructed in an afternoon and are a great scrap buster project. It is fun combining different colours and prints to make each pencil case unique. I love how cheerful the pretty … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Etsy, gift, patchwork, pdf pattern, pencil case, pouch, sewing

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A clever little Liberty moment. The Quadra Pouch f A clever little Liberty moment. The Quadra Pouch folds completely flat, then pops open into a roomy, stand‑up shape with that signature base. It’s quick to sew, practical to use, and one of my most‑loved gift projects.If you’d like to sew one too, comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch (3 Sizes) - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric: Liberty Betsy @regent_street_fabrics#sewingreels #libertyfabric #sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram #quadrapouch
A soft, squishy favourite for a reason. These Pean A soft, squishy favourite for a reason. These Peanut Pillows are sewn in two coordinating Japanese prints — sweet, curved, and so comfortable to use. They’re quick to make, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for gifting or keeping on the couch, in your sewing room, or with your yoga mat.If you’d like to sew one too, comment PEANUT and I’ll send you the pattern link. Peanut Pillow is our current Pattern of the Week. Save 25% - be quick 💛Pattern Details: Peanut Pillow Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram #craftastherapy #giftablemakes #peanutpillow
A Liberty moment in two colourways. This Quadra Po A Liberty moment in two colourways. This Quadra Pouch is sewn in the iconic Liberty Betsy tana lawn, using both the pink and blue classics, paired with a soft pink gingham for a sweet contrast. It feels like two pouches in one - pink and blue, and that clever base that helps it stand up beautifully.It folds flat, opens wide, cinches closed, and is one of my favourite quick‑to‑make gifts. If you’d like the pattern, comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch (3 Sizes) Sewing Pattern is available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#libertyfabric #libertybetsy #isew #sewingcommunity #quadrapouch
A little weekend sewing — and yes, I really do use A little weekend sewing — and yes, I really do use a chopstick as my turning tool. It’s the perfect size for corners and curves, and it’s always within reach in my sewing room. This Easy Hexagon Trivet is such a fun, scrap‑friendly project in bright Ruby Star colours.If you want to make one too, comment TRIVET for a link to the pattern.Pattern Details: Easy Hexagon Trivet - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#sewingreels #scrapfriendlysewing #rubystarsociety #weekendsewingproject #scrapsewing
Create a soothing self‑care bundle with two quick, Create a soothing self‑care bundle with two quick, calming projects. Perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself. Comment SELFCARE to save 25%.  Save this for when you need a thoughtful gift idea.#selfcaresewing #beginnersewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing #handmadegiftsideas #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A little peek at my next Makers Caddy… sewn in Som A little peek at my next Makers Caddy… sewn in Something Blue, Tilda’s beautiful new range releasing worldwide on June 1. I’ve just cut out the pieces and couldn’t resist sharing the fabrics, tags, labels, and all the tiny details that make this project so fun to sew. It’s always the little touches - the leather patches, contrasting handles, and coordinated notions - that bring a caddy to life. Stay tuned to see the finished version.Comment CADDY for a link to the pattern.Fabric Details: Tilda Something Blue with thanks to @Tilda_australiaPattern Details: Makers Caddy Sewing Pattern - Available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop  #makerscaddy#tildafabric  #wipinprogess #tildasomethingblue #ilovetilda
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