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Luma Bucket – A Modern Fabric Organiser

August 23, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Sometimes a familiar project takes on a completely new personality with a simple change. That’s exactly what happened when I stitched this pair of Luma Buckets using medium‑scale prints from my fabric stash — and chose to omit the foundation paper … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: basket, beginner sewing pattern, bucket, caddy, Luma Bucket, scrap sewing, sewing, stash sewing

Rediscovering Your Fabric Stash: Hidden Treasures, Changing Tastes, and Fresh Inspiration

August 22, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Every sewist has a fabric stash — pieces bought with excitement, saved for a “special project,” or tucked away as our tastes evolve. Some fabrics feel too precious to cut. Others were impulse buys that no longer match our current style. And … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Room Tagged With: fabric, fabric basket, fabric bucket, fabric stash, Luma, quilting fabric, scrap buster, scrap sewing, sewing

Quadra Pouch – Tilda Edition (Beginner‑Friendly & Scrap‑Friendly)

May 22, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Thank you so much for the wonderful reception to the Quadra Pouch launch last month— I’m absolutely thrilled that you’re loving this pattern as much as I do. It’s been so lovely seeing your makes, messages, and excitement. This little pouch has … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing, drawstring bag, pouch, scrap sewing, sewing pattern, Tilda, Tilda Wallflower

Why You’ll Want to Sew these Pyramid Weights

May 21, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Why You’ll Want to Sew These Pyramid WeightsSome projects are tiny, quick, and surprisingly useful — and these little Pyramid Weights are exactly that. I’ve been sewing a fresh batch this week using the beautiful Something Blue collection by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: beginner sewing, free pattern, gift to sew, quick sew, scrap buster, scrap sewing, sewing tutorial

Easter Projects to Sew

February 22, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Easter and spring are such lovely seasons to sew for — full of soft colours, fresh starts, and small handmade touches that brighten your home. This time of year is perfect for quick, beginner‑friendly projects that use up your favourite scraps and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing, Easter sewing, gifts to sew, quick sew, scrap sewing, spring sewing

Hexie Garden Pouch

February 21, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

🌸 Hexie Garden Pouch: So Many Ways to Sew This Sweet Little ProjectIf you’re looking for a quick, satisfying sewing project that’s perfect for scraps, gifting, and a little creative play, the Hexie Garden Pouch is one of my all‑time favourites. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bag, drawstring pouch, English paper piecing, EPP, hexies, scrap sewing, sewing pattern

Sew a Little Love Today: Free Love Tag Pattern

January 25, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Love TagThere’s something so special about adding a tiny handmade touch to your sewing projects, especially when it’s quick, simple, and uses the scraps you already have on hand. That’s exactly why I created Love Tags — a sweet, beginner‑friendly … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: felt, free pattern, gift tag, heart, scrap sewing, tag, Valentines Day, Valentines sewing

Makers Gift Guide: 15 Handmade Gift Bags and Wrap

November 25, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

There’s something extra special about presenting a gift in handmade packaging. A fabric gift bag or wrap is more than just a way to cover a present—it’s a gift in itself. Whether you’re sewing for Christmas, birthdays, or any celebration, handmade … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bags, beginner sewing, Christmas sewing, gift bag, gift wrap, gifts to sew, holiday sewing, makers guide, pouches, scrap sewing

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The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨ The Baker’s The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨The Baker’s Buddy Mitt is one of those projects that never leaves my sewing table — smooth curves, no fiddly binding, and a construction that’s genuinely beginner‑friendly. It comes together fast, looks
beautifully shaped, and is one of my most‑gifted makes because it actually gets used in the kitchen.Here’s why makers love it:
• No binding (yes, really!)
• Modern silhouette that works with any stash fabric
• Insul‑Brite + batting layers for hand protection
• Quick, practical, and gift‑readyIf you’re after a satisfying project that looks impressive and is useful, this is the one.Comment BAKER and I’ll send you the pattern link (available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop).#sewinggifts #beginnersewing #quicksewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing
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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
#sewingroomorganisation
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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