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Rotary Cutter Sewing Tool Pouch

November 20, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

It is no secret that I love to combine my favourite scraps to create one of a kind projects so no scrap goes unwasted. In my latest pattern, I have combined all my cheery sunny yellow fabric pieces into a handy rotary cutter sewing tool pouch. This … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Etsy, patchwork, pdf pattern, pdf sewing pattern, pouch, scrap buster, scraps, zakka

Cosy Cat Mugrug

June 12, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I love a good scrappy project. I sort all of my scraps by colour which makes monochromatic scrappy projects so quick and easy to construct. My latest scrappy project is this super cute Cosy Cat Coaster - perfect for cat lovers. It uses assorted … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: cat, coaster, pdf sewing pattern, scrap buster, scraps

Covered Matchboxes

January 20, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

I am working on a couple of new sewing patterns and have generated some pretty "scraps". In my never ending quest to use all the pretty fabric, I have covered matchboxes with fabric offcuts. This is a super fast project -  pretty and practical - just … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Miscellaneous Tagged With: gifts, no sew, quick craft, scrap buster, scraps

Top Tutorials of 2017

January 3, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

As a new year begins, it is a great opportunity to reflect on the year that has ended and what we have accomplished during 2017. One of the things I love most about blogging, is looking back over all of our creative projects over the past 10 years. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: no sew, quick craft, scrap buster, scraps, sewing, sewing tutorials, tutorial, tutorials

Fabric Covered Bobbins

October 6, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

A lovely bundle of fabric was just what I needed to inspire me to head back into the sewing room after a lengthy break. I am putting the finishing touches to a new pattern using this sweet bundle of Cottage fabric by Tilda.  As usual, I like to use … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Miscellaneous, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: fabric, scrap buster, scraps, Tilda, tutorial

Happy Scrappy Cards

July 2, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

Handmade cards are the perfect finishing touch to a handmade gift! I love to challenge myself to use the fabric scraps left over from a new project design. These little Happy Scrappy cards are a great scrap buster project and can be quickly … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gift Wrapping, Paper Crafts, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: card making, children's craft, scrap buster, scraps, Tilda

Hexagon Fabric Tray

May 22, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 38 Comments

After making the Charm Square Fabric Tray, I had a brainwave to make a hexagon shaped tray. I love it when an idea works out perfectly. Personally I think the hexagon fabric tray is even cuter than the original square version (see the tutorial … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: hexagon, scrap buster, scraps, tutorial

Yoyo Pegs

May 18, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

I couldn't resist making another batch of mini yoyo's with some fabric scraps. This time I used fabrics that reminded me of farmers markets - ginghams, dots, and cherries. After making lemon curd last week, I am planning on making some jam soon and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gift Wrapping, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: quick craft, scrap buster, scraps, yoyo

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{Pattern of the Week} Zakka Scissor Keeper is our {Pattern of the Week} Zakka Scissor Keeper is our pattern of the week. It is currently on sale in our Etsy store at 25% off for a few days so get in quick! Pattern includes a scrappy monochromatic scissor keeper in two sizes to fit your favourite sewing and embroidery scissors. The scrappy patchwork is combined with natural linen and a vintage button. These zakka scissor keepers are pretty and practical. Pattern includes full sized templates and loads of step by step instructions. Swipe to see some of the Zakka Scissor Keepers I have made.

Pattern: Zakka Scissor Keeper PDF Sewing Pattern - currently on sale in our Etsy shop - links in profile.

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These little Bloom Pincushions are very addictive These little Bloom Pincushions are very addictive to make. Perfect little afternoon sewing project. I use the petals to store different sized needles so it is easy to find the right sized needle for the job at hand. 

Pattern: Bloom Pincushion Mini Pillow PDF Sewing Pattern - available in our Etsy store and Pattern shop. Links in profile. 

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{Tutorial Tuesday} Harvest Leaf Coasters are a mod {Tutorial Tuesday} Harvest Leaf Coasters are a modern, beginner friendly project. You simply need two coordinating fabrics pieces measuring at least 4 1/2 x 6 inches, plus embroidery floss. This is a great little scrap buster project. 

You can find the free tutorial, including template to print at home, over on our blog. www.aspoonfulofsugardesigns.com - search for Harvest leaf coaster (the link is in our profile). 

Fabric Credit: Harvest fabric collection by Tilda (released 2017). 

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I love to combine a variety of techniques in my se I love to combine a variety of techniques in my sewing projects. This project bag is a great example - it includes a combination of sewing, embroidery, English Paper Piecing, and a crocheted base (swipe to see more). 

Would you be interested in a pattern for this project? Are there any techniques you would like to see more of in my patterns? Feel free to leave some feedback - I love to hear from you. 

Fabric: Sweet Orchard by Sedef Imer for @rileyblakedesigns (released 2016).

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