Simply Sewing

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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PINBOARDD • IDEAS INSPIRATION ACCESSORIES WEBSITES EVENTS STUFF

THE PATTERN EDIT • Knit dresses Stay warm in a cosy jumper dress says Production Editor Emily Freer

INSPIRING BOOKS

WIN AN ELECTRA LAMP • Enter for your chance to win an Electra floor lamp from Daylight to light up your sewing space all year-round

WIN 5 SEWING TITLES FROM CICO BOOKS! • Enter for your chance to win a selection of sewing books with full-size patterns!

WIN A KIT FROM SKIMMING STONES! • Treat yourself to a luxury sewing kit from Skimming Stones

EARN YOUR STRIPES • Embrace the bold style of corduroy with our helpful guide to working with this fun, retro fabric

THE RITA DRESS • Sew a midi- or maxi-length wrap dress to style for party season with the Rita Dress – an easy-sew design for dreamy lightweight fabrics

LET’S EAT! • Gathering round with loved ones for a delicious meal is a seasonal highlight, and Jess Moorhouse’s Oh What Fun collection simply adds to the joy

PINUP • Get ready for Christmas with Buttons the Elf!

TO THE RESCUE! • Children can be the star of their own action-adventure story with Kirsty Hartley’s mask and cape set – the perfect gift this Christmas!

PATTERN REVIEW • Each month in our pattern review column, readers share their unique style with a gorgeous garment make!

WHEN TWO BECOME ONE • Portia Lawrie shows us how to upcycle jumpers to make a new winter wardrobe staple

PINUP • Upcycle clothes and homewares with beautiful marbling

I AM PAN • The Pan top from I AM Patterns’ Goddess collection can be sewn in wovens or knits for a comfortable and versatile basic

PARTY TIME • Sew an outer layer that’s the finishing touch for any outfit with Chinelo Bally’s self-draft jacket tutorial

MY SEWING WORLD • Raphaëlle is the designer behind Readytosew, a sustainability-focused French DIY fashion brand

CHANGEMAKERS • There’s no denying that the garment industry is doing damage to our planet, but the powerful forces behind the Zero Waste Design Collective are working hard to make a difference

SIZE-INCLUSIVE ZERO-WASTE PATTERNS • Our favourite zero-waste, size-inclusive pattern brands for you to try

FULL BUST ADJUSTMENTS • Tired of ill-fitting wrap bodices? That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide to help you amend this issue’s Rita Dress

PARTY CLUTCH • This beginner-friendly envelope clutch is just one of Simplicity’s brand-new PDF patterns

STITCH upcycle 6 • Jazz up an old pair of jeans with a stitched pocket edge! Mollie Johanson shows us how to add a subtle pop of colour to any trouser

THE GUIDE • You’ll find essential information, useful stitches and key sewing techniques on these pages.

TEMPLATES • Here are the full-size templates for the projects in issue 101.

HANDMADE TRIBUTE • Friendship, community and the memory of a good friend − Robert Sexton’s favourite make is close to his heart