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Striped Heart Quilt Block

January 16, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Striped Heart Foundation Paper Pieced Quilt Block is a fun and easy block for scrap sewing. In the samples shown here I used my color coded scraps to create cheerful 3 inch blocks. Hearts are popular for so many occasions - Valentines day, Mothers … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: beginner quilt block, easy heart block, foundation paper piecing, fpp, heart block, modern quilt, sew

Free Sewing Projects for Beginners

October 14, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

If you are new to sewing and want to try some easy and fun projects, this blog post is for you! I will share with you free and easy sewing patterns for beginners that you can make in no time. Sewing is a great way to express your personality, make … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: beginner, easy, gifts to sew, quick, sew, sewing, tutorial

Weighted Eye Pillow

February 24, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Everyone needs to make time for self-care. Our Weighted eye pillow is a great place to start. It is very relaxing to meditate using an aromatic eye pillow. The lovely scent of a lavender infused eye pillow is sure to help you relax. Eye pillows are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: aromatherapy, eye pillow, gifts to sew, patchwork, relaxation, sew, sewing pattern

Economy Quilt Block

January 12, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The Economy Block is the perfect choice when you want to focus on a fussy cut image from your novelty fabrics. In these 3 inch blocks, I fussy cut some adorable bunnies from a Japanese print in my stash and framed it with some of my Atsuko Matsuyama … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Atsuko Matsuyama, beginner sewing, foundation paper piecing, fpp, fussy cut, sew, sewing pattern

Rainbow Wallet

August 11, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Everything looks better in rainbow colours! This latest Rainbow Wallet is constructed using a charm pack of Cross Stitch fabric by Alison Glass for Andover Fabrics and my Zakka Card Wallet PDF Sewing Pattern. This pattern is a great project for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: =wallet, foundation paper piecing, fpp, pdf sewing pattern, pouch, sew, sewing pattern, snap pouch, zakka, zakka card wallet

10 Projects to Sew and Sell

July 31, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Turn your hobby into a side hustle and sell what you sew! With the cost of living continuing to rise, it is good to have a side project to bring in some extra money. One way to do that is by selling handmade projects. Savvy shoppers are appreciating … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: Etsy, sew, sew and sell, sewing pattern, tutorial

Dresden Mat

August 26, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I love afternoon tea celebrations with friends - it is always a good excuse to use my favourite vintage china, including this special cup, saucer and plate that my Nan gave me when I was 12. Pretty china deserves pretty placemats such as this Dresden … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: dresden plate, mugrug, placemat, sew, sewing pattern, Tilda

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Spooky, sweet, and stitched with scraps 👁️🧵 Say hello to the Monster Eye Mugrug! This new  beginner-friendly pattern is perfect for Halloween sewing, raw edge appliqué practice, and using up your stash. Whether you’re decorating your space or gifting something handmade, this little monster is ready to charm. 📥Comment MONSTER for a link to the Pattern. Available now in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop!#monstersewing #halloweenmugrug #scrapfriendlysewing #rawedgeapplique #beginnersewingproject #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #monstereyemugrug #halloweensewing #spookyhomedecor #diyhalloweendecor
🎃 Tiny, spooky, and totally sweet! The Mini Tr 🎃 Tiny, spooky, and totally sweet! The Mini Treat Pouch is one of my favourite quick makes—and when stitched up in Halloween fabrics, it’s even more irresistible 👻🧵 Swipe to see why this pattern is so popular!✨ No zips, no fuss 🧵 Scrap-friendly magic 🎁 Perfect for gifting 📎 Secret back pocket ⏱ Fast to sew, fun to customise.Whether you’re sewing for swaps, trick-or-treaters, or just adding a handmade touch to your spooky season, this pouch is a must-make!💬 Comment TREAT and I’ll send you the link to the pattern! Pattern is available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#minitreatpouch #halloweensewing #scrapfriendly  #handmadehalloween #sewingcommunity #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #quicksewingproject #sewinginspiration #makersgonnamake #giftablemakes #seasonalcrafting #easysewingproject
🎉 FREE tutorial alert! 🎉 This Business Card 🎉 FREE tutorial alert! 🎉 This Business Card Wallet is a quick, beginner-friendly project that turns your fabric scraps into something sleek and practical. Perfect for markets, gifting, or just keeping your essentials stylishly stashed 💼✨🧵 Fast to sew 🎁 Great for gifts 📎 Holds cards, cash, or tiny treasures💬 Comment WALLET and I’ll send you the link to the free tutorial on our blog!#freepattern #scrapbusting #foundationpaperpiecing #handmadegifts #sewingtutorial #beginnersewingproject #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #sewinginspiration #scrapbusting  #sewingreel #makersgonnamake #sewingcommunity
✨ Why makers love this pouch! The Handy Drawst ✨ Why makers love this pouch! The Handy Drawstring Bag is clever, cute, and endlessly useful.With a shaped base (no boxed corners!), fat quarter-friendly design, and three versatile sizes, it’s beginner-friendly and perfect for:🎁 Handmade gift bags ✏️ Storage for sewing tools, skincare, toys & more 🎨 Playing with prints, scraps, and trimsIt’s one of our most-loved patterns—and it’s easy to see why. Whether you’re sewing one or a dozen, they come together quickly and look adorable every time.📸 Swipe through to see why this pouch deserves a spot in your sewing rotation.💬 Comment HANDY for a link to the pattern. Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Link in our profile.#HandyDrawstringBag #FatQuarterFriendly #ScrapBustingProject #BeginnerSewing #GiftBagDIY #StashBusterSewing #DrawstringBagDIY #ASpoonfulOfSugarDesigns
✨ Why makers love this pouch! The Handy Drawst ✨ Why makers love this pouch! The Handy Drawstring Bag is clever, cute, and endlessly useful.With a shaped base (no boxed corners!), fat quarter-friendly design, and three versatile sizes, it’s beginner-friendly and perfect for:🎁 Handmade gift bags ✏️ Storage for sewing tools, skincare, toys & more 🎨 Playing with prints, scraps, and trimsIt’s one of our most-loved patterns—and it’s easy to see why. Whether you’re sewing one or a dozen, they come together quickly and look adorable every time.📸 Swipe through to see why this pouch deserves a spot in your sewing rotation.💬 Comment HANDY for the pattern link via DM 🎯 Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Link in our profile.#HandyDrawstringPouch #FatQuarterFriendly #ScrapBustingProject #BeginnerSewing #GiftBagDIY #StashBusterSewing #DrawstringBagDIY #ASpoonfulOfSugarDesigns
🎃 Stash fabrics + a little sewing magic = the M 🎃 Stash fabrics + a little sewing magic = the Mini Treat Pouch! This beginner-friendly project is perfect for Halloween gifting, organizing small goodies, or just adding a handmade touch to your spooky season. No zips, no fuss—just a clever button and elastic closure, and a chance to use up those favourite scraps. Swipe through to see how it came together!💬 Comment TREAT and I’ll send you the pattern link. Available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#minitreatpouch #halloweensewing #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnerfriendlysewing #pdfsewingpattern #handmadetreats #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #australianmaker #sewingreel #halloweencrafts #spookyseasonsewing #stashbusterproject
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