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Pineapple Pop Mugrug

July 12, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Add a splash of sunshine to your sewing this season with our Pineapple Pop Mugrug—a playful, scrap-friendly project that’s perfect for brightening up your morning cuppa or pairing with a refreshing summer drink. Whether you're stitching for yourself … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: coaster, fpp, gift to sew, mugrug, pineapple, quilting, scrap, sewing

A Stitched Neighbourhood: House Themed Sewing & Quilting Projects

July 9, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

There’s something deeply comforting about houses—they represent warmth, safety, and the joy of gathering. In quilting and sewing, house motifs tap into nostalgia and community, letting us stitch our own little homesteads from fabric. Whether you’re a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: bags, beginner, Christmas, fpp, holiday, home, house, houses, pouches, sewing, sewing pattern

Summer Sewing Projects

June 23, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Summer is the perfect season to slow down, relax, and spend quality time doing what you love—sewing! Whether you're taking a break from work, enjoying the school holidays, or just craving a creative reset, now’s a wonderful time to start something … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing, easy sewing, inspiration, scrap sewing, sewing, summer, tips

The Golden Rules of Sewing and Quilting

April 22, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The Golden Rules of Quilting & Sewing ✂️✨Whether you're a seasoned sewist or just starting out, quilting and sewing are all about creativity, joy, and a little bit of fabric hoarding! The beauty of this craft isn't just in the stitches—it's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Room Tagged With: quilting, quilting tips, rules, sewing, sewing tips, tips

Pin Perfection: Everything you Need to Know about Sewing Pins

April 21, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Pins are a staple in every sewing kit, quietly playing a crucial role in securing fabric, ensuring precision, and bringing designs to life. Whether you're piecing together a quilt, hemming a garment, or carefully assembling intricate patchwork, pins … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: pincushions, pins, sewing, sewing patterns, sewing room

Sew Small, Sew Smart: The Joy of Making Bags and Pouches.

April 9, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

If you're looking for a fun, practical, and rewarding sewing project, small bags and pouches are the perfect place to start! Whether you're crafting handmade gifts, stocking a craft stall, or making items to sell, these compact projects offer endless … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Hints and Tips Tagged With: bags, beginner sewing, pdf pattern, pouches, sewing, sewing patterns

Secrets to Achieving Perfect Dresdens

April 6, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

What Are Dresden Plates?Dresden Plates are a classic quilt block design, consisting of fan-like fabric blades arranged in a circular pattern to create a stunning, flower-like motif. This timeless quilt block dates back to the early 1920s and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Hints and Tips Tagged With: dresden, dresden plate, patchwork, sewing, sewing guide, sewing room, sewing tip, sewing tools

Charming Cottage Quilt Block

February 13, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The Charming Cottage Quilt Block, available in 5 sizes, is perfect for using up fabric scraps and celebrating the essence of home. Ideal for creating quilts, bags, pillows, and more, this versatile block adds a touch of warmth to any project. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Foundation Paper Piecing, Sewing Tagged With: beginner quilt, foundation paper piecing, fpp, house, house block, pattern, quilt block, quilting, sewing

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Sharing the tiny detail that makes the Scrappy Str Sharing the tiny detail that makes the Scrappy Strips Pouch feel polished and gift‑ready — the little cord end caps. They’re simple, quick, and such a sweet finishing touch for your drawstring bags.This pattern includes two practical sizes, and you can sew the feature panel using selvedges/selvages or patchwork strings. A beginner‑friendly project that turns treasured scraps into something beautiful and useful.A few of you asked about the cord end caps — just search “plastic bell cord end caps with lid” and you’ll find plenty of options in lots of colours.Comment SELVEDGE or SELVAGE and I’ll send the pattern link straight to your inbox.Pattern Details: Scrappy Strips Pouch ( 2 sizes) is available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#scrappystripspouch #drawstringbag #sewingpattern #scrapsewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
I save every pretty selvedge that crosses my cutti I save every pretty selvedge that crosses my cutting table — and this is exactly why. Those tiny printed edges become the sweetest feature panel on my new Scrappy Strips Pouch, released today.You can make it with selvedges or patchwork strings, and it comes in two practical sizes. A quick, beginner‑friendly sew that turns leftovers into something lovely.Comment SELVEDGE or SELVAGE and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you.Pattern Details: Scrappy Strips Pouch (2 sizes) available in my Pattern Store and Etsy ShopFabric: Selvedges from various @rubystarsociety fabric lines.#scrapsewing #selvedgesewing #beginnersewingproject #sewingpatternrelease #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
Tiny scraps, tiny stitches, tiny treasures. These Tiny scraps, tiny stitches, tiny treasures. These little Threaded Tokens are one of my favourite ways to turn leftover fabric into something sweet and useful. Small motifs shine, the sewing is quick, and they’re perfect to add to gifts or keep in your sewing kit.Comment TOKEN and I’ll send you the free beginner‑friendly pattern.Shown in the beautiful Tilda Songbird collection. Thanks ti @tilda_australia#scrapsewing #freepattern #tildasongbird #ilovetilda #beginnersewing
A tiny triangle with a very big job. This little t A tiny triangle with a very big job. This little travel kit opens flat so you can see everything at a glance, then folds back into a neat pocket‑sized shape. It’s one of my most‑used makes — quick to sew, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for gifting.Comment TRAVEL and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Travel Sewing Kit Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop#sewingreels #sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram #bagmaking #craftastherapy
A sweet little drawstring pouch that opens wide, c A sweet little drawstring pouch that opens wide, cinches neatly, and is perfect for gifting or using every day. Quick to sew, scrap‑friendly, and always a favourite.Comment HANDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Handy Drawstring Pouch (3 Sizes) - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric Details: Tilda Songbird fabric. Thanks to @tilda_australia#handydrawstringpouch #tildasongbird #tildafabrics #sewingpattern #sewingcommunity
A clever little Liberty moment. The Quadra Pouch f A clever little Liberty moment. The Quadra Pouch folds completely flat, then pops open into a roomy, stand‑up shape with that signature base. It’s quick to sew, practical to use, and one of my most‑loved gift projects.If you’d like to sew one too, comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch (3 Sizes) - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric: Liberty Betsy @regent_street_fabrics#sewingreels #libertyfabric #sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram #quadrapouch
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