Simply Sewing is a practical magazine for makers who sew, or would like to start sewing. Its contemporary look and feel, fresh attitude and ideas, beautiful photography and inspiring projects will have you behind the sewing machine from the get-go!
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COSY CRAFTS • Keep busy and warm this winter with these fun free patterns
INSPIRING BOOKS
CLASSES & SKILLS BOOST
JOHN SCOTT sewing surgery • TV star and sewing expert John Scott has the answers to all your sewing questions in our handy column!
THE ZADIE DRESS • A classic A-line jersey dress with a few twists, the Zadie Dress from Tilly and the Buttons will have you feeling comfy and looking stylish!
HOT PINK • If you’re colourblocking your Zadie Dress, opt for bold prints and hot pinks for a jersey dress that stands out
ALL WRAPPED UP • Try making something a bit different this winter season with our guide to making your own coats, jackets and more
PATTERN INSPIRATION • We’ll be staying warm all winter with our pick of the best coat and jacket patterns, available right now
FABRIC INSPIRATION • Stay warm and dry with our selection of colourful and cosy coating fabrics
TIPS & TRICKS • Wrap up warm with our guide to creating your own quality custom outerwear fit for any weather and occasion
FRESH START • Sew pretty and practical makes to brighten up laundry day with the gorgeous new Painterly Blooms collection from LoveCrafts
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FIND YOUR FABRICS • Sew your jacket in autumnal corduroys or soft drapey fabrics like the ones recommended here.
PATTERN REVIEW • Each month in our new column, readers share their unique sewing style with a gorgeous garment make!
GET THE LOOK • Try your hand at a stylish jacket inspired by Megan’s make! Here are some of our pattern picks...
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THE TIA BLOUSE • Michelle Sew’s Tia Blouse will be a wardrobe staple for every occasion and season. Elevate your skills and style with this woven top
RESOLUTION REVOLUTION • Set yourself up with sewing ambitions for the new year ahead and read what these sewists have planned!
NICOLE AKONG
LORRAINE WONG
BRITTANY JONES
STAY ON TRACK • Easy ways to stay motivated with your resolutions
MARIE LAWLOR
ANGELA AND AMY GILBERT
PINUP • Share your Slouchy Tote with us using #SimplySewingMag!
MY SEWING WORLD • After studying to be a teacher, Rebecca never thought she’d be sewing on TV in front of judges and six million viewers...
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FINISHING TOUCH • Add a touch of luxe to any outfit with these pretty accessories from Linda Mafuba – they’d make lovely gifts for family and friends too
MORE IDEAS TO TRY
DRAPED IN ELEGANCE • Sew a effortlessly chic waterfall jacket with this patternless project from Portia Lawrie
MORE IDEAS TO TRY
EXPRESS YOURSELF • Enter the technicolour world of Katie Kortman – artist, clothing designer, sewist, mother and colour-addict
5 TIPS FOR ADDING COLOUR TO YOUR WARDROBE • If your wardrobe is mostly neutral, here’s some advice for brightening things up
INSTAGRAMINSPIRATION • Katie Kortman shares her favourite Instagram follows to brighten up your feed
QUICK FIX • Sew Jess Entwistle’s cosmetics pouch for yourself, or as a gift for your favourite friend this Galentine’s Day!
MAKING PLANS • Get on top of your organisation ahead...