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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FESTIVE FEELS
CONTRIBUTORS • A huge thank you to this talented lot...
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PINBOARD • IDEAS INSPIRATION ACCESSORIES WEBSITES EVENTS STUFF
MINI PROFILE KIT.A COLLECTIVE
THE PATTERN EDIT
SPOOKY SEWS • Get set to sew some spooktacular makes with these frightfully fun ideas…
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 new column!
THE IMOGEN DRESS • Pair your Imogen Dress with boots and a jacket or heels and a clutch for two totally different looks for day and night
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STAND OUT • Contrast the simple shape of the Imogen Dress with a bold and busy print for a versatile dress that’s anything but plain
DOUBLE TROUBLE • Create the drapey designs of your dreams with our guide to double gauze
TIPS & TRIC›S • Make the most of double gauze with our guide to working with this sumptuously soft and delicate fabric
HOST WITH THE MOST • Maureen Cracknell’s Cozy & Magical range for Art Gallery Fabrics has got us feeling festive! Get ready for the big day with these decorative table makes
FIND YOUR FABRICS • Create your own take on the Hannah dress with our pick of fabrics from Atelier Brunette
PATTERN REVIEW • Each month in our new column, our readers share their unique sewing style with a gorgeous garment make
GET THE LOOK • Feeling inspired by Manju’s beautiful wrap dress? Try these patterns for size too...
ANDERSON BLOUSE • This chic, floaty design from Sew Over It is all about the small details to create a gorgeous shape and fit
CASUAL CHIC • Add an easy-sew boxy dress to your wardrobe with this patternless make from Portia Lawrie in beautiful Atelier Brunette fabric
MY SEWING WORLD • When life came to a standstill in 2020, Mandi seized the opportunity to rediscover her creative side
Keeping me inspired...
PRETTY PRACTICAL • For the office, the shops, or an overnight stay, this durable and easy-sew canvas tote from Debbie Wainhouse does it all
THE FABRIC QUEENS • We chat to US sewing royalty, Mimi G and Brittany Jones, about their latest venture and what sewing means to them
“OUR TOP FABRIC SHOPPING TIPS!” • Invaluable advice for making the most of your fabric spree from those in the know
DOPEMENSEW • #DopeMenSew is transforming the narrative for men who love to sew
PINUP • Share your makes with us using #SimplySewingMag!
STANWAY T-SHIRT • Add a classic Breton top to your autumn wardrobe with this extract from Ahead of the Curve
BECOMING A CHANGEMAKER • With the new #CanaryCraftivists campaign in full swing, we talk to Sarah Corbett, founder of the Craftivist Collective, about her passion for ‘Gentle Protest’ through craft
FESTIVE GIFT GUIDE • Get started early on me-made gifts for the whole family with our collection of thoughtful presents!
COSMIC BEAUTY • Show someone special you love them to the moon and back with this vanity case from Debbie von Grabler-Crozier
GIFT FOR A GOOD BOY • Sew a cosy new bed for your most loyal companion with this project from Debbie von Grabler-Crozier
AND RELAX... • These men’s drawstring trousers from Jules Fallon’s new book, Sewing for the Soul, are the perfect Christmas gift
ARTS AND CRAFTS...