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Pineapple Pop Mugrug

July 12, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Add a splash of sunshine to your sewing this season with our Pineapple Pop Mugrug—a playful, scrap-friendly project that’s perfect for brightening up your morning cuppa or pairing with a refreshing summer drink. Whether you're stitching for yourself … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: coaster, fpp, gift to sew, mugrug, pineapple, quilting, scrap, sewing

The Golden Rules of Sewing and Quilting

April 22, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The Golden Rules of Quilting & Sewing ✂️✨Whether you're a seasoned sewist or just starting out, quilting and sewing are all about creativity, joy, and a little bit of fabric hoarding! The beauty of this craft isn't just in the stitches—it's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Room Tagged With: quilting, quilting tips, rules, sewing, sewing tips, tips

Charming Cottage Quilt Block

February 13, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The Charming Cottage Quilt Block, available in 5 sizes, is perfect for using up fabric scraps and celebrating the essence of home. Ideal for creating quilts, bags, pillows, and more, this versatile block adds a touch of warmth to any project. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: beginner quilt, foundation paper piecing, fpp, house, house block, pattern, quilt block, quilting, sewing

Sew Motivated

June 14, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

"Sew Motivated": 10 Tips to Keep Your Stitching Spirits HighSewing and quilting are not just hobbies; they're forms of art that require patience, precision, and passion. However, even the most passionate crafters can find their motivation waning, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Hints and Tips, Sewing Room Tagged With: motivation, passion, quilting, sewing, sewing tips

Patchwork Egg Mugrug

March 10, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

If you love quilting and spring, you’ll enjoy making this cute patchwork coaster in the shape of an egg. The Patchwork Egg Mugrug is a simple project that uses two contrasting fabrics and a classic Ohio Star block for the center. You can use it to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: coaster, Easter, egg, mugrug, patchwork, quilting, sewing pattern, spring

Dresden Placemat – 3 Sizes

March 6, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Our popular Dresden Placemat pattern has had a major glow up. It now comes in three sizes to make it suitable for a wider range of purposes. Whether you want to make coasters, trivets, or full-sized placemats, this pattern has you covered. The 29 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: dresden, dresden plate, hexagon, hexie, patchwork, quilting, sewing, sewing pattern

Tulip Twist Quilt Block

June 3, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The “Tulip Twist” foundation paper piecing quilting block is a new and exciting pattern that is beginner-friendly and available in 5 sizes. It is a great way to use up your scraps and add some bright and colorful tulips to your your mini quilt or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: beginner quilt, foundation paper piecing, fpp, fpp pattern, mini quilt, patchwork, quilt block, quilting, rainbow quilt, scrap buster, sewing

Sewing and Quilting on a Budget

April 25, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

With rising costs affecting many households, most families are doing it tough and there often isn't a lot of money left over for hobbies and non-essential supplies. However with some planning and creativity, it is easy to find more economical ways to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: budget, budget friendly, information, quilting, save money, sewing, tips

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A tiny pyramid that does it all — a pattern weight A tiny pyramid that does it all — a pattern weight for your sewing table, a book weight for cosy reading, or a scented sachet for your drawers. Small, sweet, and so satisfying to sew. Comment PYRAMID for the free pattern.Fabric: Something Blue by Tilda
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Meet the sweetest little project you can sew in mi Meet the sweetest little project you can sew in minutes — the Pyramid Weight. Use it as a pattern weight, scented sachet, or even a book weight… all from one triangle of fabric. Comment PYRAMID for the free pattern.Fabric is Something Blue by Tilda, releasing 1 June 2026 — with thanks to @tilda_australia.#tildasomethingblue #tildafabric #freepattern #sewingtutorial #sewinglove
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
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