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Retro Drawstring Bag

October 23, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 40 Comments

Retro Drawstring Bags are a fun project to use your favourite stash fabrics. I love a quick sewing project that provides an opportunity to combine different fabrics and trims. I needed a couple of small gift bags for upcoming birthdays. The Retro … [Read more...]

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Sweet Orchard Blog Tour

August 17, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

Welcome to the Sweet Orchard Blog Hop. Sweet Orchard is the pretty debut fabric collection by designer Sedef Imer from Down Grapevine Lane for Riley Blake Designs. In sweet shades of pink, blue, red, grey, yellow, and green; it features fruit, … [Read more...]

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Liberty Pencil Case

May 25, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

My patchwork pencil case tutorial is such a fun, quick project when you need a small pencil case in a hurry! In this Liberty pencil case, I have combined some new season Liberty prints with Essex linen. The colours in the Liberty fabric are so … [Read more...]

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Pretty Liberty Drawstring Pouch

January 4, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

Liberty Tana Lawn and white linen have been combined in these two Liberty Drawstring Pouches. They are constructed with a white linen outer, that has been embellished with a Grandmothers Flower garden block made from little Liberty hexies made using … [Read more...]

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Top 10 Sewing Tutorials

December 27, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

As 2015 draws to a close, it is a great opportunity to reflect on our little corner of the internet. We are constantly blown away by the support and encouragement we receive from people around the world. Our lovely readers are the nicest people - you … [Read more...]

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{Sewing Tutorial} Pretty Fabric Envelopes

October 28, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 31 Comments

For our Christmas gift giving, we have made some Pretty Fabric Envelopes to hold gift cards or money - perfect packaging for those on your list who are hard to buy for! Made from sweet fat quarters of fabric, they feature fabric stamps, address … [Read more...]

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I love sewing these Mini Treat Pouches — they’re f I love sewing these Mini Treat Pouches — they’re fast, fun, and such a sweet way to use up small scraps ✂️ Beginner‑friendly, quick to sew, scrap‑friendly, and always a crowd‑pleaser.Comment TREAT and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Mini Treat Pouch ( available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop).#sewingpattern #MiniTreatPouch #sewingcommunity #beginnersewingprojects #sewquick
The Travel Sewing Kit is one of my most‑loved patt The Travel Sewing Kit is one of my most‑loved patterns — compact, practical, and perfect for retreats, travel, or keeping your favourite tools together. I’ve sewn so many versions over the years, and this one might be my favourite yet.It’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, quick to sew, and makes a lovely little gift ✂️✨Comment TRAVEL and I’ll send you the pattern link.#travelsewingkit #sewingorganisation #scrapfriendlysewing #quicksewingproject #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
The Mini Fabric Basket is one of my most‑loved qui The Mini Fabric Basket is one of my most‑loved quick‑sew projects — perfect for scraps, gifting, organising, and using up those little pieces you can’t bear to throw away. I’ve made so many versions over the years, and they’re always such a satisfying finish.🌟 It's our pattern of the week and is 25% off this week only.Sew one in under an hour ✂️ Beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and endlessly useful.✨ Comment MFB and I’ll send you the pattern link.#minifabricbasket #beginnersewing #sewingroom #sewingcommunity #sewfun
Stars are everywhere right now — in quilts, pouche Stars are everywhere right now — in quilts, pouches, table décor, and summer sewing — so I pulled together 7 of my favourite star‑themed projects to inspire your next make. These designs are bright, modern, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for weekend sewing or handmade gifting.From bold table runners to sweet little pincushions, these star projects are fun to sew and add a cheerful pop to your home.✨ Comment PATTERNS for a link to our pattern store where you’ll find all of these star designs.Which one would you sew first ⭐#starsewingproject #patchworkstars #quiltinginspiration #scrapfriendlysewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
One pattern, endless possibilities ✨ The All Seaso One pattern, endless possibilities ✨ The All Seasons Gift Tote is my go‑to for birthdays, Father’s Day, Christmas, and last‑minute gifting.Scrap‑friendly, quick to sew, and includes 4 seasonal gift tags to personalise every present.Which version is your favourite?Pattern available in my Pattern Store + Etsy Shop.Comment SEASONS and I'll send you a pattern link.#allseasonsgifttote #giftstosew #beginnersewing #scrapfriendly #sewingcommunity
Pretty storage for your sewing room ✨ The Mini Dra Pretty storage for your sewing room ✨ The Mini Drawstring Gift Bag is one of our most‑loved patterns — quick to sew, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for holding clips, pins, needles and all those tiny tools that need a pretty home.It’s a sweet little project for the weekend and a great way to use your favourite fabric scraps.Comment MINI and I’ll send you the pattern link. One of our most popular designs for a reason.#minidrawstringgiftbag #sewingroomstorage #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingpatterns #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
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