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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

Pumpkin Patch {Halloween Applique}

October 20, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

With Halloween just around the corner, I designed this sweet Pumpkin Patch Halloween appliqué project. It is a fun project that can be completed within a couple of hours. Featuring a trio of pumpkins appliquéd onto a backing fabric, and then framed … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing Tagged With: applique, Halloween, raw edge applique, sewing, sewing illustration

Allsorts Pillow

August 25, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Allsorts Pillow is my latest pattern and it is now available in my Pattern Shop and Etsy store. The pieced blocks, set on point, remind me of licorice allsorts with all their lovely layers. This pillow is a great way to showcase a favourite fabric … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: A Spoonful of Sugar, home décor, pdf pattern, quilting, sewing, Tilda

Tilda Harvest Blog Hop

July 29, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

I am a big fan of the beautiful fabric designed by Tone Finnanger from Tildas World. Her latest fabric collection, Harvest, could well be my favourite. Who can resist the pretty floral and bird prints, in gorgeous shades of pink, lavender, orange, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: sewing, sewing tutorial, Tilda

Steamer Sewing Kit

June 16, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

Bamboo steamer baskets make ideal sewing kits - they are the perfect size to hold all the materials and supplies for a small project, are lightweight, and can be stacked. You can find them at Asian supermarkets, chain stores, kitchen stores, or on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: bonne maman, haberdashery, sewing, storage, vintage

How to Sew a Card Holder

May 22, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

Do you find your loyalty cards or business cards are multiplying and are hard to keep organised? To better organise my cards, I have made a couple of Card Holders. I recently bought a few card wallet inserts that have 10 pages and hold up to 20 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: EPP, gift, patchwork, scrap buster, sewing, sewing tutorial, tutorial

Liberty Gifts to Sew

May 3, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

With Mother's Day fast approaching, now is the perfect time to make your Mum a special handmade gift. Liberty tana lawn is a high quality fabric produced in iconic floral designs. With its high thread count and beautiful floral designs, it is ideal … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mother's Day Tagged With: gifts, Liberty, Mothers Day, quick craft, scrap buster, sewing, sewing tutorials

Flower Sugar Pouches

April 17, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter holiday!  I am slowly getting back into sewing again after a couple of weeks on holiday, including a fabulous vacation to Seoul and Singapore. I wanted to share with you the Flower Sugar Pouches I made for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mother's Day, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: Easter, Flower Sugar, gift packaging, sewing, tutorial

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A little hexie magic for your day ✨ This sweet pou A little hexie magic for your day ✨ This sweet pouch comes together with slow‑stitched hexies, a fussy‑cut back, and that satisfying curved base — a gentle, beginner‑friendly make that’s perfect for scraps and gifting.If you’d like to sew your own version, comment GARDEN and I’ll send the pattern link straight to your inbox.🧵 EPP flower 🌸 Fussy‑cut back 🎁 Lovely for gifting 📥 Instant downloadPattern Details: Hexie Garden Pouch - available in my Pattern StoreFabric Credit: Tilda Songbird, with thanks @tilda_australia#hexiegardenpouch #englishpaperpiecing #eppsewing #scrapfriendlysewing #pouchpattern
Whimsy is having a moment — sweet details, playful Whimsy is having a moment — sweet details, playful shapes, and projects that spark pure sew‑joy. Here are 10 whimsical sewing ideas to brighten your creative time and add a little magic to your makes ✨The Mid‑Year Sale ends soon — save 25% off storewide in both our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop (excluding bundles).Comment PATTERNS and I’ll send you the link to browse. What whimsy would you sew first?#sewinginspiration #whimsicalsewing #sewingprojects #scrapbusting #sewingpatterns
Flower Power Pouch in Tilda Old Rose — a sweet lit Flower Power Pouch in Tilda Old Rose — a sweet little make that’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, gift‑ready, and quick to sew. The tiny hexie detail adds such a charming touch. Comment FLOWER for a link to the pattern.The Mid‑Year Sale on now, you can save 25% storewide (excluding bundles) in both our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Pattern Details: Flower Power Pouch Sewing Pattern (Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop)#tildafabric #sewingpattern #beginnersewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing #giftablemakes
✨ 10 Pretty Projects to Sew in Under an Hour ✂️ 💗 ✨ 10 Pretty Projects to Sew in Under an Hour ✂️💗 If you’re in the mood for a quick, pretty make this weekend, here are some of my favourite fast projects. They’re beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for gifting or organising your sewing space.Mid‑Year Sale is on now — 25% off storewide for 4 days only (Excludes bundles.) Available in both our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Comment PATTERNS and I’ll send you the store link.Save this carousel for the next time you need a burst of sewing inspiration.#sewingprojects #scrapsewing #scrapbusting #beginnersewing #quicksewingprojects
Packing light? This little kit makes it sew easy ✨ Packing light? This little kit makes it sew easy ✨ The Travel Sewing Kit is compact, clever, and surprisingly roomy—perfect for safety pins, needles, mini scissors, and all your on‑the‑go essentials. Whether you’re heading to a retreat, stitching in a café, or just want tidy tools at home, this pouch will be your new best friend.✔ Beginner‑friendly ✔ Stash‑friendly ✔ Quick to sew ✔ Folds flat for easy packing🧵 Find the pattern in our Pattern Store + Etsy Shop!👇 Comment TRAVEL and I’ll DM you the link!#sewingonthego #travelsewingkit #handmadepouch #diysewing #sewinglove
Sewing a little Something Blue this week 💙 🧵 I’ve Sewing a little Something Blue this week 💙🧵 I’ve been stitching a few of my favourite small projects in the new Tilda Something Blue collection — the Makers Caddy, Sewing Buddy Pincushion, and Dresden Needlebook. Each one is beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for gifting or organising your sewing space.I love how the soft blues, tiny florals, and sweet details come together across all three projects. Small makes really do bring the most joy.If you’d like any of the pattern links, comment PATTERNS and I’ll send you a link to my pattern store where you will find these three patterns.Save this for your next weekend sew.Fabric: Tilda Something Blue with thanks to @tilda_australia#tildasomethingblue #ilovetilda #sewingreels #sewingprojects #scrapfriendlysewing
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