PATTERN: THE ANNIE BLOUSE AND IVY SKIRT SET.

TREND TECHNIQUE: We show you how to work with scuba fabric.

WORKSHOP: FABRICS GUIDE Working with tricky fabrics..

LIBERTY FABRIC SPRING GIFTS.

TREND TECHNIQUE: We show you how to create great gathers every time.

STITCH: HOLBEIN STITCH Sew a rainbow pillow design.

SEWING GUIDE Techniques and glossary..

PATTERNLESS: MADE TO MEASURE CULOTTE TOURSERS.

WORKSHOP: GO SLEEVELESS Turn a shift dress into a simple top..

PATTERNLESS: MIDI PANEL SKIRT.

WORKSHOP: JERSEY FABRIC Your in-depth tutorial for getting to grips with this versatile fabric.

SEWING GUIDE Tips, techniques and a glossary..

PATTERLESS: FAUX WRAP SKIRT.

CHRISTMAS PUDDING DOORSTOP.

SEWING GUIDE Tips, techniques and a glossary.

EMBROIDERY: FLY STITCH
Learn the technique and make a set of
embroidered snowflake gift tags, WORKSHOP: PATCH POCKETS Your step-by-step tutorial for drafting and sewing a kangaroo patch pocket...

WORKSHOP: FBA Your step-by-step tutorial for doing
a Full Bust Adjustment on patterns, YOUR SEWING GUIDE Tips, techniques and a glossary, PINBOARD: Ideas, events, new fabric...

CUTE GIFTS FOR BABY, PATTERN: THE AMELIA DRESS, PATTERNLESS: BOXY TOP, PATTERN: THE BLAIR BAG, PATTERNLESS: TUNIC DRESS, POM POM ESPADRILLES, QUICK FIX: BEACH COVER...

WORKSHOP: SPAGHETTI STRAPS : Your step-by-step tutorial for sewing elegant waist ties and straps, STITCH: LAZY DAISY STITCH : Learn the stitch and make a headband, YOUR SEWING GUIDE : Tips, techniques and a glossary...

KNOW YOUR: COVERED BUTTONS: Your guide to making covered buttons, STITCH: PORTUGUESE BORDER: Learn the stitch and make a card case, WORKSHOP: BUTTONHOLES:
Your step-by-step tutorial for sewing buttonholes...

PATCH POCKETS: How to sew and attach a simple patch pocket to any handmade dress, STITCH: SPIDER WEB STITCH: Learn the technique and make a floral fabric collar to wear, TRIANGLE PATCHWORK CUSHION...

REFASHION: TURN A MAN'S SHIRT INTO A STYLISH SUMMER TOP, WORKSHOP: OVERLOCKER How to get a professional finish using your overlocker, plus troubleshooting, WORKSHOP: EPP English Paper Piecing basics...

GIFTS TO SEW FOR HER, WORKSHOP: FINISHING SEAMS
How to finish raw edges and seams without using an overlocker, STITCH: FOUR-LEGGED KNOTS : Lean the embroidery technique and make a constellation garland, KIDS: SHIRRED SUNDRESS, TRANSFORM: OFF-THE-SHOULDER RUFFLE DRESS REFASHION...

KIDS: BABY BIB AND SKIRT SET, REVERSE APPLIQUÉ BLANKET, SEWING ROOM MAKES, PATTERN: THE AMÉLIE DRESS, PATTERNLESS: COCOON DRESS, TRANSFORM: SCALLOPED HEM...

9 PINBOARD: Ideas, events, new fabric
14 WIN: SET OF DRESSMAKING BOOKS
15 WIN: BROTHER SEWING MACHINE
28 PIN UP: DIY LAMPSHADE KIT
32 COLUMN: SELKIE PATTERNS
42 THE GREAT BRITISH SEWING BEE
62 FEATURE: SEWING BEE SUCCESS
92 BACK ISSUES TO COLLECT
97 COMING UP NEXT MONTH
98 MY FAVOURITE THING

We’re making a beeline for Sew Over It’s new Ava A-line skirt pattern! With shaping darts at the front and back, a narrow waistband, in-seam pockets and two hem lengths, you’ll have work, weekend and party sorted! Choose ditsy florals for a casual look and bold brights for evening glam. Plus, with only four pattern pieces, Ava is the perfect starter project for beginners. PDF £7.50, www.sewoverit.co.uk

The pride we take in making clothes we love to wear every day is what keeps our sewing machine whirring, and the Hughes Dress by Friday Pattern Company is the perfect easywear all-year-round dress. We love its oh-soflattering princess seams and lace-up back detail. www.fridaypatterncompany.com

9 PINBOARD: Ideas, events, new fabric
14 WIN: £200 WORTH OF GOODIES
34 COLUMN: NAMED PATTERNS
44 FEATURE: COAT-MAKING SPECIAL
68 PROFILE: JOANNA HEPTINSTALL
80 PIN UP: PATCHWORK BAUBLES
97 COMING UP NEXT MONTH
98 MY FAVOURITE THING

FASHION FORWARD Style stars of the future have been given the chance to design a pattern for The Maker’s Atelier’s new Design Studio project – and the future of fashion looks very bright indeed! The latest style by Madeline Robertson is a jumpsuit and dress we can totally see ourselves dancing the night away in at the office party. Visit www.themakersatelier.com

9 PINBOARD: Ideas, events, new fabric
14 SEWING QUARTER: KAFFE FASSETT
15 WIN: AN ELNA SEWING MACHINE
46 PROFILE: COMMUNITY CLOTHING
64 FEATURE: SEW FOR YOUR STYLE
89 COMING UP NEXT MONTH
90 MY FAVOURITE THING

LUXURIOUS BATHROOM MAKES, PATTERN: THE AISLING DRESS, PATTERNLESS FIFTIES SKIRT, CAMI TOP PATTERN HACK, PATTERN: THE TAMSYN TOP, TRANSFORM: FLORAL PANEL TEE, BAG-MAKING: CIRCLE BAG, NOTEBOOK COVER...

EMBROIDERY: WOVEN WHEEL STITCH LINEN BROOCHES Stitch a trio of delicate floral brooches using woven wheel stitch 7 WORKSHOP: FOUNDATION PAPER PIECING WALL ART Learn the technique and make a cactus pennant wall banner 91 SEWING GUIDE Tips, techniques and a glossary

We've promised ourselves a summer of selfish sewing, and we're sticking to it, starting from our very next project: The Lola Dress (p34). This elegant maxi style will take you from day to
evening, from beach to bar, with just a quick switch of accessories. And, speaking of accessories, you don't get much more statement than our boho  each Bag (p45) – a super-chic
carry-all with on-trend tassels!  There are plenty of makes for all you selfless stitchers too,
from tropical party décs to wall art and toys. Sewing bliss...

Learn the technique and make a simple neckerchief for summer 79 EMBROIDERY: BLANKET STITCH Sew a tray for your sewing room essentials with blanket-stitch details 93 SEWING GUIDE

EMBROIDERY: FERN STITCH
Sew a pretty scissor holder for your
sewing room using fern stitch, WORKSHOP: RAG RUGGING
Learn the technique and make
a simple rug for your home...

DRAFT YOUR OWN TUNIC
Sew a made-to-measure tunic dress
with our step-by-step guide, WORKSHOP: TOY MAKING
Learn the technique and sew
a puppet for little ones...

Get out of your sewing comfort zone with The Rumana Coat, a long-line style with serious swish-factor named after one of our fave Sewing Bees, Rumana. Details such as princess seams, welt pockets and an elegant collar make this a classic coat you’ll wear for years. PDF £9.50, www.byhandlondon.com

Good readS & ideaS

9 PINBOARD: Ideas, events, new fabric
15 SEWING QUARTER: DRESSMAKING ESSENTIALS
17 WIN: KITS, SCISSORS & MORE
42 FEATURE: PATTERNLESS FASHION
58 PROFILE: JENNIE WALKER
97 COMING UP NEXT MONTH
98 MY FAVOURITE THING

Good readS & ideaS

9 PINBOARD: Ideas, events, new fabric
15 SEWING QUARTER: STITCHING BOOKS ROUND-UP
17 WIN: FABRIC, BOOKS & MORE
33 PIN UP: THE GYM BAG
42 COLUMN: BY HAND LONDON
52 PROFILE: ROSIE MARTIN
62 FEATURE: BY WAY OF BLOG
97 COMING UP NEXT MONTH
98 MY FAVOURITE THING

20 WINTER PRINTS FOR YOUR TABLE
34 PATTERN: THE JENNA JUMPSUIT
39 STRIPE TOP
42 PATTERNLESS WATERFALL GILET
49 OVERLAY SKIRT

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