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Gifts for Sewists

June 8, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

Tilda Wallflower is a beautifully ornamental fabric collection inspired by the design styles of the 1960s and 70s. The name "Wallflower" evokes memories of dancing school, where the designer, Tone Finnanger, found herself blending into the floral … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: dresden, gifts for sewists, gifts to sew, pincushion, sewing pattern, Tilda fabric, Tilda Wallflower

Sewing Buddy Pincushion

December 30, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Introducing the Sewing Buddy Pincushion! This charming pincushion features a handy pocket for scissors, an economy block perfect for fussy cutting, and a small tag. Ideal for holding pins, needles, clips, and scissors, it's a sweet gift for any … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: foundation paper piecing, fpp, pin cushion, pincushion, pocket, pocket pincushion, sewing pattern, sewing room

Patchwork Dog Bone Pincushion

June 12, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Here is a Patchwork Dog Bone Pincushion I made for a friend who is both a dog lover and sewist. Practical and fun, the dog bone pincushion has plenty of space to store needles and pins. I gathered all my favourite red and white fabric scraps to make … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: dog, patchwork, pdf pattern, pet, pincushion, sewing pattern, toy

Bloom Mini Pillow

May 14, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Bloom Mini Pillow is an addictive project - it is hard to stop at one!. It was the perfect little afternoon sewing project for me. Working full time, I don't have a great deal of time or energy for sewing, so I love a project where I can start and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: applique, English paper piecing, EPP, pdf sewing pattern, pillow, pincushion

Bloom Pincushion

April 23, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Pincushions are fun little project - both pretty and practical. My latest sewing pattern is the Bloom Pincushion Mini Pillow - a sweet project that is perfect to build skills in applique, English Paper Piecing (EPP) and basic patchwork.I used … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: applique, English paper piecing, EPP, patchwork, pincushion, sewing, sewing room

Scrappy Star Pincushion

July 21, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

You can never have too many pincushions, right?? I had so much fun making the Scrappy Star Pincushion, that I had to make three. I used Retro 30's Child Smile 2015 fabrics by Lecien Fabrics paired with some white linen for this project.  Love the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: patchwork, pattern, pdf pattern, pincushion

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Meet the Hexie House Placemat — a sweet, two‑size Meet the Hexie House Placemat — a sweet, two‑size project stitched here in Tilda Village Life. It’s beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for adding a little handmade charm to your table.Want the link? Comment HEXIE and I'll send you the link to the Hexie House Placemat plus the other placemats in the series.Save this reel for your weekend sewing and tag me if you make one —I'd love to see your version. 🏡Pattern Details: Hexie House Placemat (2 Sizes) Sewing Pattern - Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy ShopFabric Credit: Tilda Village Life (releasing on 1 October), with thanks to @tilda_australia#hexiehouseplacemat #hexieplacemat  #fppsewing #tildafabric #tildavillagelife
The Handy Drawstring Pouch is one of those project The Handy Drawstring Pouch is one of those projects you’ll sew again and again — quick, scrap‑friendly, and endlessly useful. It opens wide, cinches neatly, and makes the sweetest little gift bag or everyday organiser. In this version I’m using Tilda Songbird, which gives it such a soft, pretty finish.If you’re looking for a fast weekend sew or a stash‑friendly project, this one is always a favourite.💬 Comment HANDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern: Handy Drawstring Pouch (3 Sizes) — available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric: Tilda Songbird — thanks to @tilda_australia#handydrawstringpouch #tildasongbird #tildafabrics #sewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing
The Luma Bucket is such a sweet and practical proj The Luma Bucket is such a sweet and practical project — perfect for storing threads, notions, yarn, and all the little things that brighten your sewing space.In this reel I’m sharing the two sizes made without the star block, starting with them nested and then showing the structure, base, and handles. I’ve filled the small bucket with perle cotton balls so you can see how much it holds.It’s a quick, satisfying sew and a lovely way to use favourite fabrics or scraps. Make one for your sewing room or as a thoughtful handmade gift.💬 Comment LUMA and I’ll send you the pattern link.
Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#lumabucket #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpattern #makersgonnamake
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The Fall Sewing Pattern Bundle is available this w The Fall Sewing Pattern Bundle is available this week only 🍁Four cosy autumn favourites — Mushroom House Pouch, Patchwork Acorn Coaster, Falling Leaves Mugrugs, and the Hexie Pumpkin Placemat.Perfect for seasonal sewing, gifting, and using your favourite scraps.Comment FALLBUNDLE and I’ll send you the bundle link. Available in our Pattern Store.#fallsewing #sewingpattern #autumnmakes #sewingcommunity #gifttosew
The Makers Caddy is one of my favourite practical The Makers Caddy is one of my favourite practical sewing projects —sturdy, roomy, and perfect for keeping your creative supplies organised.
Use it to store knitting essentials or everyday sewing tools. It’s such a satisfying project to sew and use.💬 Comment CADDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#makerscaddy #sewingcommunity #sewingpattern #makersgonnamake
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The Luma Bucket — a cute, clever fabric basket in The Luma Bucket — a cute, clever fabric basket in two handy sizes. Make it with the FPP woven star or keep it simple with two fabrics.Perfect for storage, gifting, organising, and using up favourite scraps.Comment LUMA for the pattern link.Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. #lumabucket #beginnersewingproject #fpp #handmadegifts #sewingroomstorage
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