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! Digital editions do not include paper gifts

FRESH IDEAS WITH FABRIC

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CONTRIBUTORS • A huge thank you to this talented lot...

Simply Sewing

PINBOARD • IDEAS INSPIRATION ACCESSORIES WEBSITES EVENTS STUFF

THE PATTERN EDIT • ShacketsTry these soft and stylish basics, says Production Editor Jessie Newton

INSPIRING BOOKS

WIN AN ALICE CAROLINE BUNDLE • One lucky winner will win a Rainbow Mini Sampler Quilt Kit and 10 Liberty Tana Lawn fat quarters!

WIN A TILDA FABRIC BUNDLE! • Add a homely collection of eclectic prints to your stash!

WIN A JANOME SEWING MACHINE! • Enter today and you could win a Janome Sewist 740DC sewing machine worth £629!

POP YOUR COLLAR • The humble collar can elevate any old, everyday garment! Perfect this must-know technique with our handy guide.

ALEXANDRA DRESS • With two sleeve options, a high waistline and a collar to finish, the Alexandra Dress is your go-to everyday dress!

ALL ABOARD! • Unlock your inner adventurer and set sail with Jess Entwistle's six piece travel set using Tilda's sumptuous Chic Escape collection...

PINUP • Brush up on your pattern tracing skills with our top tips!

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

FROM OFFCUTS TO ARTWORKS • From unloved scraps to pieces of art, meet the creatives upcycling old fabrics to make something new.

COLOURBLOCK POP! • Use Portia Lawrie's decorative mending technique to breathe new life into an old winter coat with a striking pop of colour

DUVET DAY • Linda Mafuba takes an old duvet cover and transforms it into a cosy but light and breathable pyjama set for a good night's kip

MY SEWING WORLD • After falling in love with sewing in 2017, teacher and vlogger Liz soon discovered the fun you can have with fabrics...

KEEP ME WARM • Sew the perfect winter comfort, designed by Anna Alicia, that also makes a stellar gift to keep a loved one warm.

THE CULOTTES • Step to it in a pair of The Avid Seamstress' comfy culottes that rise to the occasion no matter where you're off to

THANKS! I MADE IT • With a deep love of sewing rooted from childhood, Lisa Falconer's patterns are built with versatility and creative joy in mind

STITCH upcycle • Show a favourite tee some love with this happy heart stitching! Mollie Johanson shows us how...

OLIVE THE DOVE • Sew this sweet, angelic dove from Lucy Ward to make the perfect nursery decoration or toy

PINUP • Make a pretty and practical tote bag using your pattern gift

PETER PAN COLLARS • Fancy making some design changes? Learn how to alter a Peter Pan collar pattern to your liking in this handy workshop...

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

TEMPLATES • Here are the full-size templates you'll need for the toy and stitch projects in issue 104.

SEW ME EMPOWERED • How Maria Bullingham's sewing journey brought her joy and empowerment, even through the toughest of times.

ALEXANDRA DRESS • Sew a chic yet comfortable tea dress with a gathered waist, two sleeve options and a statement collar.

THE CULOTTES • This is a real ‘make a pair in every colour’ pattern, perfect for dressing up or down to match your mood!

THE PIPPIN TOTE • Stylish, practical and ideal for all...