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Sewing with Liberty Fabric

March 23, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

Hello friends - Let's explore the enchanting realm of Liberty Tana Lawn fabrics! 🌼✨The Legacy of Liberty FabricsLiberty of London, an iconic brand known for its floral and graphic prints, has been at the forefront of fabric innovation since … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Liberty, Liberty fabric, scrap sewing, scrapbuster, sewing, sewing pattern, sewing tips, sewing tutorial, Tana lawn, tips

Free Holiday Sewing Tutorials

November 21, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Today I have a special treat for you: a collection of free, easy, and beginner-friendly sewing tutorials that are perfect for the festive season. Whether you want to make some handmade gifts, decorate your home, or sew with your kids, I have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: Christmas, decorations, free tutorial, holiday, home decor, ornaments, sewing tutorial

10 Gifts to Sew for Mother’s Day

April 22, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate the important women in your life - Mothers, Grandmothers, Aunts, Sisters, Daughters, Friends and Mentors. Giving the gift of handmade is extra special as the investment of your time really shows someone you care. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mother's Day, Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: gifts to sew, Mothers Day, sewing pattern, sewing tutorial

Easter Sewing Ideas

April 1, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

There is something very special about including handmade items in your Easter decorating. One of a kind handmade projects add a lovely touch to your Easter table. I have assembled a roundup of Easter sewing projects that can be easily made in an hour … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter, Sewing Tagged With: coaster, Easter, easter table, holiday, mugrug, sewing, sewing pattern, sewing tutorial, tutorial

Triangle Tray

October 27, 2019 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Do you remember our series of tutorials for little trays? First there was the Charm Square Tray, followed by the Hexagon Tray, and the Patchwork Fabric Tray. Well now, there is the Triangle Tray! These little triangle trays are fun to have in your … [Read more...]

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

Gifts to Make for Sewists

November 10, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

With the festive season nearly upon us,now is the time to start planning your gift list. I like to include some handmade items with my gifts - nothing beats a handmade, one-of-a-kind gift. I have collated 10 gift ideas for Sewists. These are fun, … [Read more...]

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

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

Harvest Drawstring Bags

July 28, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

I love making small projects with pretty fabrics and trims. These little Harvest drawstring bags are perfectly sized to hold a small gift, some dried lavender, or perhaps to organise some small items like jewellery or make-up. Easily constructed in … [Read more...]

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

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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
A soft, squishy favourite for a reason. These Pean A soft, squishy favourite for a reason. These Peanut Pillows are sewn in two coordinating Japanese prints — sweet, curved, and so comfortable to use. They’re quick to make, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for gifting or keeping on the couch, in your sewing room, or with your yoga mat.If you’d like to sew one too, comment PEANUT and I’ll send you the pattern link. Peanut Pillow is our current Pattern of the Week. Save 25% - be quick 💛Pattern Details: Peanut Pillow Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram #craftastherapy #giftablemakes #peanutpillow
A Liberty moment in two colourways. This Quadra Po A Liberty moment in two colourways. This Quadra Pouch is sewn in the iconic Liberty Betsy tana lawn, using both the pink and blue classics, paired with a soft pink gingham for a sweet contrast. It feels like two pouches in one - pink and blue, and that clever base that helps it stand up beautifully.It folds flat, opens wide, cinches closed, and is one of my favourite quick‑to‑make gifts. If you’d like the pattern, comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch (3 Sizes) Sewing Pattern is available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#libertyfabric #libertybetsy #isew #sewingcommunity #quadrapouch
A little weekend sewing — and yes, I really do use A little weekend sewing — and yes, I really do use a chopstick as my turning tool. It’s the perfect size for corners and curves, and it’s always within reach in my sewing room. This Easy Hexagon Trivet is such a fun, scrap‑friendly project in bright Ruby Star colours.If you want to make one too, comment TRIVET for a link to the pattern.Pattern Details: Easy Hexagon Trivet - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#sewingreels #scrapfriendlysewing #rubystarsociety #weekendsewingproject #scrapsewing
Create a soothing self‑care bundle with two quick, Create a soothing self‑care bundle with two quick, calming projects. Perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself. Comment SELFCARE to save 25%.  Save this for when you need a thoughtful gift idea.#selfcaresewing #beginnersewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing #handmadegiftsideas #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A little peek at my next Makers Caddy… sewn in Som A little peek at my next Makers Caddy… sewn in Something Blue, Tilda’s beautiful new range releasing worldwide on June 1. I’ve just cut out the pieces and couldn’t resist sharing the fabrics, tags, labels, and all the tiny details that make this project so fun to sew. It’s always the little touches - the leather patches, contrasting handles, and coordinated notions - that bring a caddy to life. Stay tuned to see the finished version.Comment CADDY for a link to the pattern.Fabric Details: Tilda Something Blue with thanks to @Tilda_australiaPattern Details: Makers Caddy Sewing Pattern - Available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop  #makerscaddy#tildafabric  #wipinprogess #tildasomethingblue #ilovetilda
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