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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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Meet the Sugar Tote! One of 10 festive sewing pat Meet the Sugar Tote!

One of 10 festive sewing patterns included in the upcoming Maker's Christmas Cheer Ornament Bundle, launching 5 November.

Perfect for filling with Christmas treats, handmade gifts, beauty minis, sewing supplies and festive treasures.

🎁 I'm also giving away a Maker's Christmas Cheer Bundle valued at over AUD $150.

💬 Comment CHEER for giveaway details and the entry link.

⚠️ Commenting alone does not enter you into the draw. You must complete the entry form to be eligible.

📅 Entries close 2 November 2026
 📧 Winner drawn and notified by email on 3 November 2026

Which version would you make first: the open tote or the drawstring tote?

❤️🎄 Good luck!

#SugarTote #ChristmasSewing #SewingPattern #HandmadeChristmas #BagMaking

This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram or Meta. The prize is one digital Maker's Christmas Cheer Bundle. The prize is non-transferable and cannot be
exchanged for cash. Open internationally where permitted by law. To enter, you must complete the entry form provided via DM.
🎄 At first glance it looks like a Christmas orname 🎄 At first glance it looks like a Christmas ornament...

But open it up and it becomes a tiny gift holder, Advent surprise, treat bag, sewing notion pouch, gift card holder and more!

Meet the new Sugar Tote, one of the exclusive patterns in the upcoming Makers Christmas Cheer Ornament Bundle.

✨ Two styles
 🎁 Endless gift possibilities
 🪡 Perfect for sewing treats, gift cards, cash, beauty minis and Christmas goodies
 📅 Add numbered buttons and create an Advent countdown

I'm also giving away ONE Christmas Cheer Ornament Bundle! 🎉

The bundle includes:

🎄 10 festive PDF sewing patterns
 🪡 9 talented independent designers
 🎁 Over AUD $150 worth of patterns
 ❤️ Available from 5-10 November 2026

Want to win a bundle?

🎄 Comment CHEER below and I'll send you a DM with the giveaway link!

Just make sure you complete the entry form to be in the draw. Commenting alone does not enter you.

📅 Entries close 2 November 2026
 📧 Winner drawn and notified by email on 3 November 2026

Good luck ❤️🎄

#SugarTote #ChristmasSewing #SewingPattern #HandmadeChristmas
#ChristmasOrnament

This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram or Meta. The prize is one digital Christmas Cheer Ornament Bundle. The prize is non-transferable and cannot be
exchanged for cash. Open internationally unless prohibited by local law. To enter, you must complete the entry form sent via DM.
🎁 15 gifts. Under an hour. Zero last-minute panic. 🎁 15 gifts. Under an hour. Zero last-minute panic.

Looking for quick handmade gift ideas? These 15 projects can all be sewn in around an hour and make thoughtful gifts for friends, family, neighbours, teachers and hosts. 

✨ Fast to sew
 ✨ Great for scraps
 ✨ Perfect for gifting

Which project would you sew first?

💬 Comment PATTERN and I'll send you a link to my pattern store.

📌 Save this post for Christmas gift planning and holiday sewing inspiration.

#christmassewing #sewinggiftideas #handmadechristmas #makersgiftguide #scrapbusters
Need a quick handmade Christmas gift? 🎄 A set of Need a quick handmade Christmas gift? 🎄

A set of Merry Little Tree Coasters is quick to sew, scrap-friendly, and easy to turn into a thoughtful gift with a few festive extras.

In this carousel I've paired them with: 
🥂 Champagne & a festive coupe glass
 ☕ Hot chocolate & marshmallows
 🫖 Christmas tea & shortbread
 🧀 Charcuterie treats & a tea towel

Which gift bundle is your favourite?

🎄 Comment TREE and I'll send you the Merry Little Tree Coasters pattern link.

📌 Save this post for Christmas gift inspiration and future holiday sewing.

#christmassewing #handmadechristmas #christmasgiftideas
#sewinggiftideas #sewingpattern
There's something so satisfying about turning fabr There's something so satisfying about turning fabric scraps into beautiful little gift tags! ✨

In today's reel, I'm making my free Threaded Tokens pattern and showing the cutting and sewing process.

For this version, I used the new SOHMO decorative scissors to create modern scalloped and zigzag edges. They add such a lovely finish and instantly elevate the look of these quick little makes.

✂️ Scallop 5mm
✂️ Scallop 10mm
✂️ Zigzag 5mm

I can't decide which edge is my favourite!

These threaded tokens are quick to sew, perfect for using up scraps, and make thoughtful handmade gift tags for friends.

💬 COMMENT TOKEN for the free pattern link!

Scissors by @sohmo_au

#aspoonfulofsugar #sewingpattern #freepattern #scrapbusting #sewingproject
🎄 What's your Christmas sewing style? Are you dra 🎄 What's your Christmas sewing style?

Are you drawn to timeless reds and greens, cosy cottage checks, Scandinavian simplicity, colourful festive prints, or something a little more quirky?

Swipe through to discover your Christmas sewing personality and find a project to match your favourite festive aesthetic. ✨

I have a feeling most sewists are a mix of two or three styles... I'm often somewhere between Classic, Handmade and Vintage!

❤️ Traditional
🧺 Cottage
🌈 Bright & Fun
🎁 Vintage
✨ Modern Minimal
❄️ Scandinavian
🐱 Quirky
🎀 Classic
🏠 Handmade & Homely
🌸 Pastel

👇 Tell me your Christmas sewing style in the comments!

The featured projects can be found in my Pattern Store & Etsy Shop. 

#ChristmasSewing #ChristmasProjects #ChristmasQuilting #HolidaySewing
#HandmadeChristmas
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