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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THE PATTERN EDIT
3 OF THE BEST CUSHIONS • Cushions are such a simple way to freshen up any room. Here’s three free tutorials.
CLASSES & SKILLS BOOST
INSPIRING BOOKS
JOHN SCOTT’S sewing surgery • TV star and sewing expert John Scott has the answers to all your sewing questions in our handy column!
THE SAFIYA DRESS • A shirt dress is a timeless wardrobe essential. Sew yourself a stylish Safiya Dress for all seasons with this on-trend design
GET COSY • Stay comfy and warm this winter season with our guide to working with heavy knit fabrics
TIPS & TRICKS • Heavyweight jerseys and knits work in all weathers and keep you feeling comfy throughout. Make the most of them with these handy sewing tips and tricks
PUT YOUR FEET UP • Relax and unwind at the end of the day with these practical and cosy living room makes in Tilda’s gorgeous new Windy Days fabric collection
FIND YOUR FABRICS • Sew your Roseclair dress in seasonal drapey fabrics like the ones we’ve recommended here
PATTERN REVIEW • Each month in our new column, readers share their unique sewing style with a gorgeous garment make!
GET THE LOOK • Fancy making your own chic dress like Emma’s? Here are some of our pattern picks...
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I AM CINDERELLA • Add some flare to your wardrobe with I AM Patterns’ stylish beginner-friendly blouse! You’ll reach for this time and time again
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ROSY ROUGE • Pair gorgeous drape with warm reds and golds for a Cinderella top that’s your go-to when you need something special to wear
TIME TO SHINE • Be occasion-ready with these perfect pairings for your top
TOTALLY ME-MADE • Imagine having a bespoke wardrobe, filled with clothes you love to wear. It’s easier to achieve than you might think...
OURPICKOFINSTAGRAM • Colourful feeds packed with me-made wardrobe inspiration and advice
CAPSULEWARDROBE • Wear handmade from head to toe these five classic patterns
CROPPED CORDS • Debbie Wainhouse takes summer’s go-to trouser style and makes culottes winter friendly by using a thick, chunky cord
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FASHION THROUGH TIME • How much do you know about the fabrics and styles that you wear every day? Amber Butchart has a fascinating career exploring just that...
TOP TIPS • Love Amber’s style? Here are her top tips for finding a beautiful bargain!
RECOMMENDATIONS • Amber’s top podcasts, books and accounts for fashion history enthusiasts
CUSTOM DESIGN • Sew a sparkly accessory with Shikira Alleyne-Samuel’s embellished Japanese knot bag
TRACING PATTERNS • We all know we should trace a pattern before cutting, but how many of us can honestly say we do? Here are our top tips for perfect tracing
MY SEWING WORLD • Australian plus-size fashion blogger Lilli showcases indie designers and projects for readers to create a unique wardrobe
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CUTTING SHAPES • Transform four panels of fabric into a stunning new boxy dress with this skill-boosting tutorial from Linda Mafuba
VELVET TOUCH • New year, new skills! Sew this Bargello flower cushion from Nerrisa Pratt’s latest book
PINUP • Share your...