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New Free Pattern: Threaded Tokens

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

If you love adding a handmade touch to your holiday gifting, I’m excited to share my latest free pattern—Threaded Tokens!These sweet little stitched tags are perfect for:They’re quick to make, beginner-friendly, and ideal for showcasing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: beginner sewing, Christmas, eyelet, free pattern, gift tag, gift topper, gift wrapping, grommet, holiday sewing, quick craft, quick sew, scrap buster, sewing pattern, tag, tutorial

Merry Little Christmas Sewing Projects

August 31, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

With the festive season just around the corner, I couldn’t resist diving into the new Merry Little Christmas fabric range by Tilda. This soft, nostalgic collection is brimming with vintage charm and has inspired a few delightful makes in my sewing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner friendly, beginner sewing, mini treat pouch, pouch, ribbon gift box, scrap friendly, sewing pattern, Tilda, tilda Australia, Tilda Merry Little Christmas

Sew the Rainbow: Colourful Projects to Brighten Your Stitching.

August 28, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Whether you're diving into your scrap stash or looking for a cheerful weekend make, rainbow sewing projects are a joyful way to play with colour, experiment with layout, and create something that sparks happiness. From bold pillows to tiny pouches, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner friendly, easy, quick, rainbow, scrap friendly, sewing pattern

6 Popular Pencil Case Patterns for Back-to-School & Sewing Room Organization

August 18, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Back-to-school season is the perfect time to dive into a fun and functional sewing project—and what better way to get started than with a DIY pencil case? Whether you're organizing stationery, storing sewing tools, or making handmade gifts, pencil … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Back to School, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: back to school, beginner sewing, pencil case, pencil pouch, pouch, scrap sewing, sewing pattern, stationery, zipper

Monster Eye Mugrug – A Fun and Spooky Halloween Sewing Project

August 18, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Looking for a quick and quirky Halloween sewing project? The Monster Eye Mugrug is here to add a playful twist to your seasonal décor! This beginner-friendly mugrug pattern is perfect for Halloween entertaining, handmade gifts, or simply adding a pop … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: beginner sewing, coaster, Etsy, Halloween, home decor, mugrug, novelty, quick sew, scrap sewing, sewing pattern, spooky

10 Reasons to Sew a Handy Drawstring Pouch

August 16, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

✨ 10 Reasons to Sew a Handy Drawstring PouchIf you’re looking for a beginner-friendly sewing project that’s fast, functional, and fabulously stash-busting, the Handy Drawstring Pouch ticks all the boxes. This versatile little bag has become one … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: drawstring bag, drawstring pouch, fat quarter friendly, gift bag, sewing, sewing pattern

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

Gifts for Sewists

June 8, 2025 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

Tilda Wallflower is a beautifully ornamental fabric collection inspired by the design styles of the 1960s and 70s. The name "Wallflower" evokes memories of dancing school, where the designer, Tone Finnanger, found herself blending into the floral … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: dresden, gifts for sewists, gifts to sew, pincushion, sewing pattern, Tilda fabric, Tilda Wallflower

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The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨ The Baker’s The Easiest Oven Mitt You’ll Sew ✂️✨The Baker’s Buddy Mitt is one of those projects that never leaves my sewing table — smooth curves, no fiddly binding, and a construction that’s genuinely beginner‑friendly. It comes together fast, looks
beautifully shaped, and is one of my most‑gifted makes because it actually gets used in the kitchen.Here’s why makers love it:
• No binding (yes, really!)
• Modern silhouette that works with any stash fabric
• Insul‑Brite + batting layers for hand protection
• Quick, practical, and gift‑readyIf you’re after a satisfying project that looks impressive and is useful, this is the one.Comment BAKER and I’ll send you the pattern link (available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop).#sewinggifts #beginnersewing #quicksewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing
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Meet the Hexie House Placemat — a sweet, two‑size Meet the Hexie House Placemat — a sweet, two‑size project stitched here in Tilda Village Life. It’s beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for adding a little handmade charm to your table.Want the link? Comment HEXIE and I'll send you the link to the Hexie House Placemat plus the other placemats in the series.Save this reel for your weekend sewing and tag me if you make one —I'd love to see your version. 🏡Pattern Details: Hexie House Placemat (2 Sizes) Sewing Pattern - Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy ShopFabric Credit: Tilda Village Life (releasing on 1 October), with thanks to @tilda_australia#hexiehouseplacemat #hexieplacemat  #fppsewing #tildafabric #tildavillagelife
The Handy Drawstring Pouch is one of those project The Handy Drawstring Pouch is one of those projects you’ll sew again and again — quick, scrap‑friendly, and endlessly useful. It opens wide, cinches neatly, and makes the sweetest little gift bag or everyday organiser. In this version I’m using Tilda Songbird, which gives it such a soft, pretty finish.If you’re looking for a fast weekend sew or a stash‑friendly project, this one is always a favourite.💬 Comment HANDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern: Handy Drawstring Pouch (3 Sizes) — available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Fabric: Tilda Songbird — thanks to @tilda_australia#handydrawstringpouch #tildasongbird #tildafabrics #sewingpattern #scrapfriendlysewing
The Luma Bucket is such a sweet and practical proj The Luma Bucket is such a sweet and practical project — perfect for storing threads, notions, yarn, and all the little things that brighten your sewing space.In this reel I’m sharing the two sizes made without the star block, starting with them nested and then showing the structure, base, and handles. I’ve filled the small bucket with perle cotton balls so you can see how much it holds.It’s a quick, satisfying sew and a lovely way to use favourite fabrics or scraps. Make one for your sewing room or as a thoughtful handmade gift.💬 Comment LUMA and I’ll send you the pattern link.
Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#lumabucket #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpattern #makersgonnamake
#sewingroomorganisation
The Fall Sewing Pattern Bundle is available this w The Fall Sewing Pattern Bundle is available this week only 🍁Four cosy autumn favourites — Mushroom House Pouch, Patchwork Acorn Coaster, Falling Leaves Mugrugs, and the Hexie Pumpkin Placemat.Perfect for seasonal sewing, gifting, and using your favourite scraps.Comment FALLBUNDLE and I’ll send you the bundle link. Available in our Pattern Store.#fallsewing #sewingpattern #autumnmakes #sewingcommunity #gifttosew
The Makers Caddy is one of my favourite practical The Makers Caddy is one of my favourite practical sewing projects —sturdy, roomy, and perfect for keeping your creative supplies organised.
Use it to store knitting essentials or everyday sewing tools. It’s such a satisfying project to sew and use.💬 Comment CADDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#makerscaddy #sewingcommunity #sewingpattern #makersgonnamake
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