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10 Projects to Sew and Sell

July 31, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Turn your hobby into a side hustle and sell what you sew! With the cost of living continuing to rise, it is good to have a side project to bring in some extra money. One way to do that is by selling handmade projects. Savvy shoppers are appreciating … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: Etsy, sew, sew and sell, sewing pattern, tutorial

Best of 2019

January 3, 2020 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

As we start a new decade, I wanted to reflect on the past year. Although I work full time, I have tried to spend more time being creative and getting a work/life balance. I will need to work on this some more in 2020.These were my top nine … [Read more...]

Filed Under: New Year's, Sewing & Quilting Patterns, Sewing Tutorials, Vintage Haberdashery Tagged With: pdf sewing pattern, tutorial, year in review

Pyramid Weights

September 27, 2019 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

Welcome to the start of the Tilda Old Rose Showcase. Over the next couple of weeks, designers will be sharing projects made with this sweet range. Soft vintage roses and romantic florals in beautiful shades of violet, periwinkle, jade green, deep … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: Clover, gifts to sew, sewing tutorials, tassels, tutorial

Halloween Drawstring Bag

October 13, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 4 Comments

The Halloween Drawstring Bag is the perfect size to hold an assortment of Halloween treats such as chocolates, lollies, or candy. They are easily constructed using our free Retro Drawstring Bag sewing tutorial. It is fun to customise the bag so they … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Sewing, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: EPP, Halloween, hexies, sewing, tutorial

Money Bags

June 4, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

Hello friends! It is hard to believe that it has been over 3 months since my last post. In the 10 years that I have been blogging, that is the longest break I have had. Not only did I stop blogging, but I also stepped away from social media and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials, Uncategorized Tagged With: drawstring, lawn, Liberty, sewing, tutorial

Top Tutorials of 2017

January 3, 2018 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

As a new year begins, it is a great opportunity to reflect on the year that has ended and what we have accomplished during 2017. One of the things I love most about blogging, is looking back over all of our creative projects over the past 10 years. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: no sew, quick craft, scrap buster, scraps, sewing, sewing tutorials, tutorial, tutorials

Fabric Covered Bobbins

October 6, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 2 Comments

A lovely bundle of fabric was just what I needed to inspire me to head back into the sewing room after a lengthy break. I am putting the finishing touches to a new pattern using this sweet bundle of Cottage fabric by Tilda.  As usual, I like to use … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Miscellaneous, Sewing Tutorials Tagged With: fabric, scrap buster, scraps, Tilda, tutorial

How to Sew a Card Holder

May 22, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 3 Comments

Do you find your loyalty cards or business cards are multiplying and are hard to keep organised? To better organise my cards, I have made a couple of Card Holders. I recently bought a few card wallet inserts that have 10 pages and hold up to 20 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: EPP, gift, patchwork, scrap buster, sewing, sewing tutorial, tutorial

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There’s something so lovely about putting together There’s something so lovely about putting together a bright, happy self‑care gift… especially when it’s handmade.  I stitched a colourful set using Ruby Star Society fabrics - a Relaxation Eye Pillow and a Heavenly Heatpack - and styled them into a complete gift bundle.To make it feel extra special, I lined a small bamboo tray with soft tissue, added the two calming makes, tied them with a pink ribbon, and tucked in a few thoughtful extras: a candle, a box of speciality tea, and a tiny plant. It’s simple, cheerful, and such a beautiful way to show someone you care.Both projects are scrap‑friendly, beginner‑friendly, and quick to sew - perfect for weekend making or last‑minute gifting.If you’d like to sew your own self‑care set, comment SELFCARE and I’ll send you the link to the bundle. You’ll also save 25% on these two gift‑ready patterns when you buy the bundle.#selfcaresewing #beginnersewingproject #scrapfriendysewing #handmadegiftideas #aspoonfulofsugardesigns
The Large Quadra Pouch in this bright orange colou The Large Quadra Pouch in this bright orange colourway shows off everything makers love about this pattern — it folds completely flat for storage, has a clever structured base, four coordinated fabrics, and cinches closed beautifully. It’s quick to sew, gift‑ready, and so satisfying to pop open and fill.If you’d like to sew your own, comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy shop.#QuadraPouch #SewingPatternDesign #HandmadePouch #SewingProjects #ASpoonfulOfSugarDesigns
One of my favourite features of the Quadra Pouch i One of my favourite features of the Quadra Pouch is how it folds completely flat between uses — perfect for travel, storage, or keeping your sewing space tidy. A quick press and it pops back into shape, ready to fill with treats, notions, or gifts.This version uses eight Tilda blenders for a scrappy, pretty finish that shows off the crisp base and four neat corners.If you’d like to sew your own, comment QUADRA and I’ll send you the pattern link.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#ilovetilda #drawstringpouch #sewingpattern #scrapsewing #sewingcommunity
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Thank you so much for the wonderful reception to t Thank you so much for the wonderful reception to the Quadra Pouch launch last week — I’m thrilled you’re loving this pattern as much as I do.Today I’m sharing a brand new Tilda version, stitched in the large size and made entirely from blenders. I used four Bellflower prints from the Wallflower range for the exterior, and four Stella prints from the Songbird collection for the lining — eight fabrics in total, making it delightfully scrappy.I love how easily Tilda collections mix and match, and how each corner of the pouch showcases a different print. The clever panel construction gives the pouch a neat flat base without boxed corners, and the result is both practical and beautifully structured.If you’d like to sew your own, the Quadra Pouch pattern is available in both my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Comment QUADRA and I’ll send the link straight to you.Pattern Details: Quadra Pouch (3 Sizes) - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy ShopFabric: Bellflower blenders and Stella blenders from Tilda, with thanks to @tilda_australia#tildafabrics #quadrapouch #sewingproject #scrapfriendlysewing #pouchpattern
There’s something so soothing about sewing small, There’s something so soothing about sewing small, comforting projects… especially the ones that feel as lovely to gift as they do to keep.This week I’ve been stitching up a little calm with this Self‑Care Bundle — a relaxing eye pillow and a soft, weighted heatpack designed for quiet moments, tired shoulders, and anyone who needs a gentle pause.Both projects are beginner‑friendly, scrap‑friendly, and quick to sew… the kind of makes that feel thoughtful without taking all weekend. Perfect for someone special, or for adding a little comfort to your own daily routine.This set is sewn in the beautiful Tilda Creating Memories collection - thank you to @tilda_australia for the gorgeous fabrics.If you’d like to sew your own set, I’ve bundled both patterns together with a 25% saving. Use the code word SELFCARE in the comments and I’ll send the link straight to you.Here’s to stitching a little calm into the week ahead 🤍#sewingproject #tildafabrics #makersgonnamake #sewinglove #handmadegifts
Threading a needle doesn’t have to be fiddly — the Threading a needle doesn’t have to be fiddly — these 9 simple tips make it so much easier. Perfect for beginners, tired eyes, or late‑night sewing sessions.Here are tools I use in my own sewing room:Easy‑thread needles, beeswax + scissors from @sohmo_au
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