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Peanut Pillow

August 8, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

Peanut Pillows are a fun gift idea - they are perfect for picnics, travel, for watching TV, and more! They are beneficial for anyone with a neck condition who needs a bit more support and are handy to have in the car for road trips.With … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: layer cake, pdf pattern, scrap buster, sewing

5 Tilda Sewing Projects

July 4, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

I love pretty fabrics and Tone Finnanger, the designer behind the brand, Tilda, never fails to deliver sweet, shabby chic fabric designs that work so well in many craft projects. Her latest range, Painting Flowers is so appealing (Pictured above). I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: sewing, Tilda

Hexie Sewing Kit

June 29, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

Our latest pattern is the Hexie Sewing Kit. I first showed a photo of this over on instagram back in February. I then got busy with other projects and have now finally completed the pattern. It is available over in our Pattern Shop and Etsy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: EPP, gift, hexies, pdf pattern, sewing

Pretty Patchwork Pillow Sham

June 21, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 14 Comments

It has been a cold, wet, and wintry weekend here in Perth. The perfect weather to spend in my sewing room. I finished my latest pattern, the Pretty Patchwork Pillow Sham. This was fun and quick to piece together and makes a cosy addition to the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: home décor, patchwork, patterns, pdf pattern, sewing

{Book Review and Sew Along} Sweetly Stitched Handmades

May 30, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 13 Comments

Sweetly Stitched Handmades is a beautiful sewing and embroidery book by the talented Amy Sinabaldi, from the popular blog, Nana Company. Amy's blog is one of my all time favourites and a must read each week. When I discovered Amy had written her … [Read more...]

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10 Essential Sewing Tools

May 13, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 15 Comments

When I first started quilting, I purchased a basic rotary cutter, cutting mat, and one ruler. This was all the I used for the first few years. More recently I have expanded my quilting and sewing tool equipment. I am always interested in new tools … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: sewing, sewing tools

Charm Square Fabric Tray

May 9, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 84 Comments

If you are like us and have some orphan charm squares in your sewing stash, you can put them to good use by whipping up some Charm Square Fabric Trays. These fabric trays are a quick beginner project. I shared photos of some that I made last week on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: charm square, gift, gift wrapping, Liberty, sewing

Dresden Shoe Bag

April 11, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 13 Comments

I love the look of dresden plates and they are great way to incorporate lots of fabric scraps into a project. I made my first one a few months ago (you can see a photo on this post).  Making my own template using a compass and protractor was fiddly … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: dresden plate, patchwork, scrap buster, scraps, sewing

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Two patterns. One perfect pair ✂️💗 The Handy Draws Two patterns. One perfect pair ✂️💗 The Handy Drawstring Pouch + Mini Treat Pouch are two of my most‑loved designs — and they work together so beautifully. Three Mini Treat Pouches nest perfectly inside the Handy Drawstring Bag, making this duo ideal for gifting, organising, or using up your favourite scraps.Both patterns are beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, and endlessly useful — which is why they’re one of our top‑performing bundles.Want the set? Comment BAGDUO and I’ll send the link straight to you. Save 25% when you purchase the bundle.Which one would you sew first — Handy Drawstring or Mini Treat?#sewingprojects #sewinginspiration #beginnersewing #scrapbusting #sewingideas
A cheerful little make to brighten your weekend ✂️ A cheerful little make to brighten your weekend ✂️💛 The Pocketful of Sunshine Bag is sweet, quick, and perfect for using your favourite scraps. With a divided external pocket, easy drawstring closure, and a flat base that stands tall, it’s such a satisfying project to sew.It’s also our Pattern of the Week, which means you can save 25% — but only for a little longer.If you’d like the pattern, comment SUNSHINE and I’ll send the link straight to you.Sign up to our newsletter so you never miss the Pattern of the Week.#sewingprojects #sewinginspiration #beginnersewing #scrapbusting #sewingideas
A little mid‑week sewing inspiration for you ✂️💗 H A little mid‑week sewing inspiration for you ✂️💗 Here are 10 small, sweet projects that are perfect for a cosy weekend at your machine — a mix of best‑sellers, quick organisers, and a few of my most‑loved scrap projects.All beginner‑friendly. All satisfying to sew. All lovely for gifting or using up your favourite fabrics.Save this for later… and tell me which one you’d love to sew next.If you’d like the patterns, comment PATTERNS and I’ll send the link to my store straight to you.#sewingprojects #sewinginspiration #beginnersewing #scrapbusting #sewingideas
Three ways to fill your Pyramid Weights — rice, po Three ways to fill your Pyramid Weights — rice, poly pellets, or lavender. Each one gives the project a different feel and purpose.Comment PYRAMID and I’ll send you the free pattern.#freesewingpattern #sewingcommunity #weekendsewing #giftstosew #scrapsewing
The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite wa The Scrappy Strips Pouch is one of my favourite ways to use selvedges, curated strings, or leftover strips. With its striking diagonal panel and clever fold‑over casing, it’s a quick, satisfying sew that looks beautiful in any fabric combination.Here are three ways to make it — selvedges, patchwork strings, and solids — in two practical sizes. Save this post for your next scrap‑busting project.Comment SELVEDGE or SELVAGE  and I’ll send you the pattern link.#scrappystripspouch #beginnersewing #drawstringpouch #scrapbuster #stashsewing
It’s the little details that make a handmade pouch It’s the little details that make a handmade pouch feel polished and gift‑ready. The Quadra Pouch includes a sweet sew‑in tag and neat cord end caps — two tiny touches that elevate the whole project.Beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and available in three practical sizes. Comment QUADRA and I’ll send the pattern link straight to you.Fabric: Tilda Something Blue with thanks to @tilda_australiaPattern: Quadra Pouch available in our pattern store#sewingpattern #drawstringpouch #quadrapouch #tildasomethingblue #sewingdetails
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