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Travel Accessories to Sew

April 12, 2024 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Embarking on a journey soon? Whether it's a quick weekend getaway or a long-awaited globe-trotting adventure, staying organized is key to a stress-free trip. Enter the world of sewing travel accessories – your ultimate companions to keep everything … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: drawstring bags, pouch, sewing pattern, sewing projects, travel

Travel Sewing Kit

June 16, 2021 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Travel Sewing Kit is definitely one of my favourite patterns. Small in size but plenty of room to store needles, pins, and scissors. I love how it cleverly folds into a triangle pouch - perfect to stash in your hand bag for wardrobe emergencies or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: pouch, sewing kit, sewing pattern, travel

Travel Sewing Kit

November 15, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

Looking for quick, pretty, and practical gifts to make for Christmas? Our Travel Sewing Kit is a handy kit for sewists, travellers, or to carry in your handbag for wardrobe malfunctions. It can also be used as a small pouch to hold coins, ear buds, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Craftsy, Etsy, pdf patterns, travel

Travel Shoe Bags

December 7, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 16 Comments

We are making a start on some Christmas gift projects this week. First up are some travel shoe bags - they are a practical gift  for a traveller and can be used to store shoes, clothing, or laundry in your suitcase. We have a lot of novelty prints in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: fat quarter, sewing, shoe bag, travel

Men’s Shoe Bag

May 17, 2014 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 16 Comments

The man of the house travels occasionally for business. I have been meaning to make him some drawstring shoe bags to keep his shoes separated from the rest of his clothing within his suitcase. Last week when I saw him pack his shoes into a plastic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Father's Day, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: travel

12 Travel Inspired Tutorials

March 24, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

Over the past couple of years, we have shared a number of travel inspired tutorials on A Spoonful of Sugar. We wanted to group them together in one post - they would make great gift ideas for family and friends who love to travel.To go to the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials, Travel Tagged With: travel

How to Make a Laundry Bag

February 22, 2013 By Spoonful of Sugar - 9 Comments

We love to travel and have got packing down to a fine art. When we are moving from place to place, it can be challenge to keep our suitcases organised (especially when we have been shopping). We have made some travel sized laundry bags to keep in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: bag, ripstop nylon, sewing tutorial, travel

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I designed the Makers Caddy because I wanted a pro I designed the Makers Caddy because I wanted a project that was as practical as it was pretty. Beginner friendly construction, quick to construct, and giftable.This version shows all my favourite details: structured shape, pockets, a wide base, and those little finishing touches like the leather patch and tag. It’s simple to sew, satisfying to use, and one of the most versatile organisers in my sewing room.Comment CADDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern: Makers Caddy — available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#makerscaddy #sewingcommunity #sewingpatterns #sewingroom #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A little drawstring bag that always comes to the r A little drawstring bag that always comes to the rescue. This one stitches up quickly, uses small cuts of fabric, and is perfect for treats, tiny gifts, or organising your sewing space. It’s one of those patterns you’ll make again and again — simple, satisfying, and endlessly useful.Comment HANDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern: Handy Drawstring Bag (3 Sizes) — available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#handydrawstringbag #sewingcommunity #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingpatterns #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A tiny sewing kit that goes everywhere with me. I A tiny sewing kit that goes everywhere with me. I love how something so small can keep all my essentials organised — room for buttons, pins, needles, and tiny scissors. It’s a quick, scrap‑friendly project and such a handy little make for travel, retreats, everyday sewing, or gifting.Comment TRAVEL and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern details: Travel Sewing Kit PDF Pattern - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#travelsewingkit #sewingorganization #scrapfriendlysewing #sewingprojects #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
A quick desk reset with my Makers Caddy — it’s ama A quick desk reset with my Makers Caddy — it’s amazing how much calmer everything feels when your favourite tools have a home. This little project is scrap‑friendly, beginner‑friendly, and one of my most‑used makes in the sewing room.Comment CADDY and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Makers Caddy PDF Sewing Pattern - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#makerscaddy #sewingorganization #sewingroominspo #scrapfriendlysewing #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
🐱✨ Sleepy Cat Coaster ✨🐱 A simple, relaxing EPP pr 🐱✨ Sleepy Cat Coaster ✨🐱 A simple, relaxing EPP project that’s beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and comes together quickly. It’s a useful little make on its own and also works well as a gift‑ready set if you sew a few at once.Perfect for easing into hand sewing or using up leftover fabric in a practical way.📣 Comment SLEEPY below and I’ll send you the pattern link 🧵Pattern: Sleepy Cat Coaster Sewing Pattern - available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#englishpaperpiecing #scrapbustingsewing #handsewingproject #sewingpatternshop #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
The Flower Power Pouch is one of those sweet, sati The Flower Power Pouch is one of those sweet, satisfying makes that always brings a smile. With its five‑petal shape and flat base, it’s perfect for holding small gifts, treats, or a few sewing essentials — and it comes together beautifully with scraps.Check our a few of my favourite fabric combinations. It’s a fun weekend sew if you’re looking for something quick, cheerful, and a little bit different.🌸 Comment FLOWER for a link to the pattern
🛍 Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop (link in profile)What colours or prints would you choose for your Flower Power Pouch?#flowerpowerpouch #scrapfriendlysewing #handmadegiftideas #sewingproject #weekendsewing
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