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The Ultimate Resource for Vintage Haberdashery Lovers

September 29, 2023 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 10 Comments

If you love sewing, you might also love collecting and displaying vintage haberdashery. Haberdashery is a term that refers to small items used in sewing, such as buttons, pins, needles, thimbles, scissors, tape measures, and so on. Vintage … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing Room Tagged With: buttons, cotton reels, haberdashery, patterns, sewing box, sewing room, vintage

Cotton Reel Coaster

January 4, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

I always have a drink on hand when I am "working" in my sewing studio - generally tea or iced water. I worry about staining/marking my delicates fabrics if I leave any moisture on my cutting mat or sewing desk. To solve this problem I designed a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sewing, Sewing & Quilting Patterns Tagged With: Christmas DIY, coaster, cotton reel, Etsy, gifts to sew, mug rug, pdf sewing pattern, vintage

Vintage Singer Sewing Machine

November 2, 2019 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 38 Comments

I learnt to sew on my Mum's singer sewing machine that she bought when she was first married in 1961. She updated to a more modern machine in the 1980's and we no longer have her old Singer. I recently spotted this Vintage Singer 99K Machine on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Vintage Haberdashery Tagged With: vintage, vintage haberdashery

Vintage Haberdashery

September 30, 2019 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 1 Comment

I love collecting vintage haberdashery. There is something special about old buttons, vintage threads on wooden spools, vintage notions, old lace and trims. They always remind me of my childhood playing with my Nan's button tin and sewing box. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Vintage Haberdashery Tagged With: haberdashery, vintage, vintage haberdashery

Steamer Sewing Kit

June 16, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

Bamboo steamer baskets make ideal sewing kits - they are the perfect size to hold all the materials and supplies for a small project, are lightweight, and can be stacked. You can find them at Asian supermarkets, chain stores, kitchen stores, or on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: bonne maman, haberdashery, sewing, storage, vintage

Folded Hexagon Ornament

December 11, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 11 Comments

With only two weeks left until Christmas, we are starting to put the finishing touches to our decorating, before we start on the holiday baking. I love this time of year - spending time with family and friends, and making and baking special treats … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas ornaments, hexagon, vintage, vintage Christmas

Pegboard Makeover

March 15, 2016 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

I love the pegboard/inspiration board in my sewing room. It sits on the wall behind my sewing machine and provides me with lots of inspiration while I sew. It is fun re-arranging it every few weeks.This latest arrangement is inspired by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: pegboard, sewing room, vintage

Dorcas Dressmakers Pins

September 15, 2015 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 7 Comments

We love vintage sewing supplies. I was taught to sew by my mother and grandmother and vintage supplies always takes me back in time. I loved sorting through my Mum's sewing box and finding buttons and supplies for making dolls clothes and other small … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: sewing, vintage

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✨ Why makers love this pouch! The Handy Drawst ✨ Why makers love this pouch! The Handy Drawstring Bag is clever, cute, and endlessly useful.With a shaped base (no boxed corners!), fat quarter-friendly design, and three versatile sizes, it’s beginner-friendly and perfect for:🎁 Handmade gift bags ✏️ Storage for sewing tools, skincare, toys & more 🎨 Playing with prints, scraps, and trimsIt’s one of our most-loved patterns—and it’s easy to see why. Whether you’re sewing one or a dozen, they come together quickly and look adorable every time.📸 Swipe through to see why this pouch deserves a spot in your sewing rotation.💬 Comment HANDY for a link to the pattern. Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Link in our profile.#HandyDrawstringBag #FatQuarterFriendly #ScrapBustingProject #BeginnerSewing #GiftBagDIY #StashBusterSewing #DrawstringBagDIY #ASpoonfulOfSugarDesigns
✨ Why makers love this pouch! The Handy Drawst ✨ Why makers love this pouch! The Handy Drawstring Bag is clever, cute, and endlessly useful.With a shaped base (no boxed corners!), fat quarter-friendly design, and three versatile sizes, it’s beginner-friendly and perfect for:🎁 Handmade gift bags ✏️ Storage for sewing tools, skincare, toys & more 🎨 Playing with prints, scraps, and trimsIt’s one of our most-loved patterns—and it’s easy to see why. Whether you’re sewing one or a dozen, they come together quickly and look adorable every time.📸 Swipe through to see why this pouch deserves a spot in your sewing rotation.💬 Comment HANDY for the pattern link via DM 🎯 Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Link in our profile.#HandyDrawstringPouch #FatQuarterFriendly #ScrapBustingProject #BeginnerSewing #GiftBagDIY #StashBusterSewing #DrawstringBagDIY #ASpoonfulOfSugarDesigns
🎃 Stash fabrics + a little sewing magic = the M 🎃 Stash fabrics + a little sewing magic = the Mini Treat Pouch! This beginner-friendly project is perfect for Halloween gifting, organizing small goodies, or just adding a handmade touch to your spooky season. No zips, no fuss—just a clever button and elastic closure, and a chance to use up those favourite scraps. Swipe through to see how it came together!💬 Comment TREAT and I’ll send you the pattern link. Available in my Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.#minitreatpouch #halloweensewing #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnerfriendlysewing #pdfsewingpattern #handmadetreats #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #australianmaker #sewingreel #halloweencrafts #spookyseasonsewing #stashbusterproject
✨ 5 Tips to Elevate Your FPP Game ✨ Foundati ✨ 5 Tips to Elevate Your FPP Game ✨ Foundation Paper Piecing can feel like magic—especially when you know a few tricks to get crisp seams and satisfying results. Swipe through for my top tips to help you press, trim, and stitch with confidence using my new Courthouse Steps with Centre Diamond block as a visual guide. Whether you're new to FPP or just want to refine your technique, these tips will help you get beautiful results every time.💬 Comment STEPS and I’ll send you the link to the Courthouse Steps pattern (perfect for FPP beginners!). No pressure—just here to share the joy of making and help you feel inspired.#foundationpaperpiecing #fppblock #courthousestepsquilt #logcabinquiltblock #beginnerfriendlysewing #scrapfriendlysewing #modernquilting #quiltblockoftheweek #quiltinspiration #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #australianmaker #pdfquiltpattern #sewingtips #quiltcarousel
✨ Pattern of the Week: The Pocketful of Sunshin ✨ Pattern of the Week: The Pocketful of Sunshine Bag is 30% off—and it’s packed with charm! This beginner-friendly, stash-busting drawstring bag features a clever external divided pocket, boxed corners for a flat base, and a contrast lining that pops when the drawstring is pulled. It’s perfect as a gift bag, a sewing room organizer, or a sweet little pouch to hold your favorite bits and bobs. No zips, no fuss—just smart construction and joyful sewing. 💬Comment SUNSHINE and I’ll send you the pattern link! Available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop.Hashtags: #pocketfulofsunshinebag #beginnerfriendlysewing #scrapfriendlysewing #drawstringbag #giftbagideas #quicksewingproject #sewingreel #pdfsewingpattern #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #modernsewing #makersgonnamake #australianmaker #sewingdetails #handmadewithlove
✨ Ever wonder what to do with those pretty fabri ✨ Ever wonder what to do with those pretty fabric scraps? The Mini Treat Pouch turns them into something sweet and useful—no zips, just beginner-friendly fun!Perfect for storing treats, sewing notions, or gifting, this pouch is a joy to make and personalize. Add a pretty button, a tag, or both to make it truly one of a kind. And don’t miss the handy rear pocket for an extra surprise!💬 Comment TREAT and I’ll send you the pattern link!#minitreatpouch #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingproject #handmadewithlove #sewingreel #giftbagideas #sewingtutorial #pdfsewingpattern #aspoonfulofsugardesigns #modernsewing #makersgonnamake #australianmaker
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