Simply Sewing - Issue 92, 2022

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

WHEN TWO BECOME ONE

Portia Lawrie shows us how to upcycle jumpers to make a new winter wardrobe staple

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

STITCH upcycle

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

HANDMADE TRIBUTE

Friendship, community and the memory of a good friend - Robert Sexton's favourite make is close to his heart

PATTERN REVIEW

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

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!

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

FRESH TAKE

Before heading off on honeymoon, Madhu Kottalam transformed an unused sari into this beautiful two-piece

MY SEWING WORLD

From her woodland cabin, Taylor runs Softpaw Vintage where she recycles vintage textiles into timeless garments