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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...]

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Foundation Paper Piecing for Beginners

March 5, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

Foundation paper piecing involves taking small scraps of fabric and machine stitching them to a paper template to create clever patchwork effects. It is a very accurate method of patchwork, which is especially useful for piecing unusual or awkward … [Read more...]

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Sewing Tool Pouch

November 22, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Rotary Cutter Sewing Tool Pouch is not just for rotary cutters. It also perfect for spectacles, pens, marking tools, point turners/chopsticks, and more. It is a fun pouch to make and it a great project to practice applying bias binding to enclose the … [Read more...]

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Sewing Tool Roundup #6

September 11, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Welcome to our sixth Sewing Tool Round-up where we review new (or new to us) quilting and sewing tools, notions, haberdashery and craft supplies.  You can find our previous reviews here.Valdani Pearl CottonValdani hand dyed pearl cotton … [Read more...]

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Hexagons Made Easy

March 1, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 14 Comments

I love English Paper Piecing, particularly the process of hand sewing the shapes together to create one of kind patterns that can be used in so many ways. I have been buying the pre-cut hexagon shapes to use in my English Paper Piecing projects and … [Read more...]

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Sewing Tool Roundup

February 22, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Welcome to our fifth Sewing Tool Round-up where we review new (or new to us) quilting and sewing tools, notions, and haberdashery supplies.  You can find our previous reviews here.Fiskars Adjustable Rotary CutterThe Fiskars Adjustable … [Read more...]

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Sewing Tool Roundup #4

October 23, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

Welcome to our fourth Sewing Tool Roundup where we showcase new, or new to us, sewing and quilting supplies and notions.  Check out our previous Sewing Tool reviews here,  here, and here. With Christmas coming, you will find some great products to … [Read more...]

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Sewing Tool Roundup #3

July 16, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Welcome to our third Sewing Tool Roundup. Each month we showcase new, or new to us, sewing supplies.  Check out our previous Sewing Tool reviews here and here.Aurifil 12 wt cotton is the perfect thickness for hand applique, hand embroidery, … [Read more...]

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As the year comes to a close, I’m taking a quiet m As the year comes to a close, I’m taking a quiet moment to say thank you. Thank you for sewing with me, sharing your makes, sending messages, and bringing so much joy to this little corner of the internet. This community is truly the heart of A Spoonful of Sugar, and I’m so grateful for every stitch we’ve shared in 2025.I’m looking forward to a fresh year of scrap‑friendly, beginner‑friendly, quick‑to‑sew, gift‑ready projects — all with a more elevated, thoughtful touch. I can’t wait to show you what I’ve been planning for 2026.If you’d like to follow along with weekly studio updates, tutorials, and new projects, comment NEWSLETTER below and I’ll send you the link to join. I’d love to have you with me for the year ahead.Wishing you a peaceful, creative start to 2026. Lisa x#sewinglife #giftablesewing #sewinginspiration
If your scrap basket is overflowing after holiday If your scrap basket is overflowing after holiday sewing, this one’s for you. Ten quick, satisfying projects to help you sew through your stash and start 2026 feeling organised and inspired. These projects are scrap‑friendly, beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, and perfect for gifting. Save this for your next sewing session.If you’d like the patterns, comment SHOP and I’ll send you the link to my pattern store. 25% off storewide ends soon.#scrapbusting #scrapsewing #sewingprojects #sewinglove #beginnersewing
Small Scraps? Sew This!Got small scraps piling u Small Scraps? Sew This!Got small scraps piling up? Here’s a quick, satisfying make that turns the smallest offcuts into something useful and adorable. The Bitsy Basket is perfect for storing clips, threads, treats — or adding to your gift‑ready box. Save this for your next scrap‑busting session.Comment BASKET for a link to the pattern. 25% off storewide ends on January 1 2026 - be quick!#scrapbusting #sewingprojects #sewistsofinstagram #sewingpatterns #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
Got tiny scraps you can’t bear to throw away? Here Got tiny scraps you can’t bear to throw away? Here are three quick, satisfying makes that turn the smallest offcuts into something useful and adorable. Perfect for a cosy afternoon sew — and a great way to build up your supply of gifts for the year ahead. Save this for your next scrap‑busting session!Patterns featured: 
Zakka Card Wallet (aqua)
Rotary Cutter Pouch (yellow)
Cosy Cat Mitt (navy)P.S. Our 25% off store‑wide sale ends 1 January — now is the perfect time to stock up on patterns you’ve had your eye on.Comment SALE and I'll send you a link to the pattern store.#scrapbusting
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What a year of sewing it’s been. As we wrap up 202 What a year of sewing it’s been. As we wrap up 2025, I wanted to take a moment to celebrate the patterns you loved most — the ones you stitched for gifts, for joy, for your sewing room, and just because it felt good to make something with your hands.From iconic favourites to fast‑rising new releases, these patterns have been at the heart of our creative community this year. I’m endlessly grateful every time you choose one of my designs, share your makes, or send a message saying how much you enjoyed a project. It truly means the world.Swipe through to see the patterns that shone in 2025 — the beginner‑friendly wins, the scrap‑busters, the seasonal stars, and the little gems that deserve a moment in the spotlight.To say thank you, all patterns are 25% off until December 31. If you’d like a direct link to the pattern store, just comment SALE and I’ll send it straight to your DMs.Here’s to a year of creativity, colour, and tiny joyful stitches. And I can’t wait to share what’s coming in early 2026 — so many sweet new projects are on the way.Thank you for being here and for making this community such a warm, inspiring place to create. 💛🧵  #SewingPatternDesign #ModernSewingProjects #BeginnerSewingPatterns #SewingCommunityLove #ScrapFriendlySewing
Here are three little habits I’m taking into 2026 Here are three little habits I’m taking into 2026 — nothing fancy, just the things that make sewing feel joyful, calm, and creative.1️⃣ Tidying my sewing room between projects2️⃣ Adding all the cute details3️⃣ Using my scraps more intentionallyWhat about you — what’s one thing you’re taking into the new year?P.S. You may spot a few tools/products from SOHMO — I love discovering and using beautiful tools from Aussie sewing brands. @sohmo_au#sewingreels #sewingcommunity #sewistsofinstagram #sewinginspiration #beginnersewingprojects
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