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What To Do With Selvedges (and Why I Save Every One)

May 11, 2026 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

If you’ve been sewing for a while, you’ve probably noticed that the humble selvedge (or selvage if you’re in the US) has quietly become a little treasure in the scrap‑sewing world. Those tiny printed edges — once trimmed off and tossed aside — are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Hints and Tips Tagged With: drawstring bag, fabric, fabric scraps, pouch, scraps, selvages, selvedges

Sew Cute

June 25, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

SEW CUTE: Small, Whimsical Projects to Brighten Your Sewing TimeThere’s something irresistible about sewing cute, whimsical projects. Whether it’s a tiny pouch, a playful softie, or a sweet mug rug, small makes have a way of sparking joy in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: babies, bags, beginner, children, cute, pdf pattern, scraps, sewing, sewing patterns, whimsical

Sew your Stash

June 8, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Sewists are famous for having a fabric stash that grows faster than our project list — and that’s part of the joy of the hobby. But sewing from your stash can also be incredibly rewarding, economical, and inspiring. Here’s how to make the most of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Hints and Tips, Sewing Room Tagged With: fabric, scraps, sewing, sewing room

Sell What You Sew

October 7, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

With the cost of living continuing to rise, it is great to have a side hustle to bring in extra money, especially as we head towards the holiday season. Savvy shoppers are appreciating the value of purchasing one of a kind handmade items as unique … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: cash, scraps, sewing, sewing room, side hustle, small business

Cat Applique

May 31, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Raw edge applique is a technique used to add detail to fabrics by cutting and attaching shapes without turning the edges to the back. The edges can be fused, stitched, or left to ravel. This creates a natural or realistic look or an artistic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Applique, Sewing Tagged With: applique, raw edge applique, scrap buster, scraps, sewing, sewing illustration

Sewing with Scraps

May 18, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

How to Sort Your ScrapsWhen Sewing and Quilting on a Budget it is important you make good use of your scraps. Quilting cotton is expensive and when you make a quilt top or other sewing project, there is usually various sized pieces left over. It … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: fabric, organise, pdf pattern, pdf sewing pattern, scrap buster, scraps, sewing, sewing room

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

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This sweet Hexie Garden Pouch is my Pattern of the This sweet Hexie Garden Pouch is my Pattern of the Week, stitched here in Tilda Songbird. It’s such a lovely little make for storing sewing notions, gifting, or adding a pretty touch to your sewing table. Save 25% this week only!Comment GARDEN and I’ll send the pattern link straight to your inbox.Fabric Credit: Tilda Songbird - with thanks to @tilda_Australia#hexies #englishpaperpiecing #sewingproject #tildafabric #patchworksewing
✨ Fresh & fun storage for your sewing space This ✨ Fresh & fun storage for your sewing spaceThis bright Ruby Star Luma Bucket is such a cheerful organiser — quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for keeping your favourite tools, threads, and weekend projects tidy. The greens,  teals, and blur make it feel clean, modern, and full of energy.If you love practical makes that use just a few favourite fabrics, the Luma Bucket is a sweet project to stitch. It works beautifully on its own or as part of a matching set, and the two sizes give you plenty of options for organising your sewing room.Comment LUMA and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you ✂️🧵 Fabric: @rubystarsociety#lumabucket #sewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingroomorganisation #rubystarsociety
Meet the Luma Bucket ✨  A modern fabric organiser Meet the Luma Bucket ✨ A modern fabric organiser in two sizes — perfect for sewing rooms, desks, and handmade gifting. Featuring a crisp contrast base and a sparkling woven star panel, it’s a quick, joyful sew you’ll use every day. Pattern now available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Comment LUMA for the link.  #lumabucket #fppsewing #fabricbasket #modernsewing #quiltingprojects handmadegifts
Two bestselling pouches, one beautiful matching se Two bestselling pouches, one beautiful matching set The Handy Drawstring Pouch + Mini Treat Pouch remain two of my most‑loved patterns — quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for using up favourite fabric scraps. They’re sweet individually, but together they make the loveliest coordinated duo for gifting, organising, or adding a handmade touch to your sewing space.This Tilda version has been a community favourite, and it’s easy to see why — the colours, the structure, the way the two designs complement each other. If you’ve been wanting a satisfying weekend project, this pair is such a joy to stitch.You also save 25% when you buy the bundle — a thank you for supporting two of my most popular pouch patterns.Comment BAGDUO and I’ll send the bundle link straight to you.Available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop ✂️🧵Fabric: Tilda Songbird collection — thank you @tilda_australia#tildafabrics #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpattern #weekendsewingproject #sewistsofinstagram handmadegifts
✨ New Travel Sewing Kits These two fresh versions ✨ New Travel Sewing Kits These two fresh versions match a Bitsy Basket, and I love how sweet they look as a little set. The Travel Sewing Kit opens flat so you can see everything at a glance, then folds back into a neat, portable shape — perfect for sewing on the go, gifting, or keeping your favourite tools organised.It’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and one of my most‑used makes.Comment TRAVEL and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you. Available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop ✂️🧵#travelsewingkit #sewingreels #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpattern #handmadegifts
✨ Colour Crush: Orange 10 scrappy, cheerful proje ✨ Colour Crush: Orange
10 scrappy, cheerful projects to stitch as we head toward fall 🍊There’s something about orange that feels cosy, warm, and full of creative energy — perfect for small makes, gifts, and weekend sewing. If you’re starting to plan your fall projects, this palette is such a fun place to begin.Comment PATTERNS for a link to our pattern store.Happy sewing, friends ✂️🧵#colourcrushseries #orangeprojects #scrapfriendlysewing #fallsewingideas #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
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