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

Simply Sewing FRESH IDEAS WITH FABRIC

IT'S A SPRING THING

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

Simply Sewing

PINBOARD • IDEAS INSPIRATION ACCESSORIES WEBSITES EVENTS STUFF

THE HOLE TRUTH • Give your garments the perfect finishing touch with our guide to working flawless buttonholes

MY SEWING WORLD Scott Hazell (Casta Hex) • My drag persona pushed me to creative heights I never thought I’d reach and helped my career in film and TV costume.

WIN 5 FAT QUARTERS OF EXCLUSIVE LUXURY FABRIC • We have teamed up with Alice Caroline to offer one lucky reader the chance to win 5 fat quarters of their Exclusive Liberty Mint Meadow Collection!

THE ELENA DRESS • Sew a jersey dress and its belt to tie at the waist, made to suit every body even during the hottest Summer days

CHECK YOUR THREAD • As sewing podcast Check Your Thread approaches its fourth birthday, we catch up with its creator and host Zoe Edwards

PINUP • Extra gift – download your digital copy of Quick Gifts to Sew!

GINGHAM GLAM • Add a cool pair of gingham flared trousers to your wardrobe with this breezy and trendy pattern by Tammy Silver

PINUP • Sew this exclusive tote bag pattern by Anna Alicia

SPRING CHARM • Welcome the sunnier days with The Josie Blouse featuring glamorous puff sleeves

MEDITERRANEAN SUN • Simplicity reigns supreme with Portia Lawrie's beautifully simple dress that allows you to showcase your favourite bold print

BRIDAL re-love AFFAIR • Rediscover your old wedding dress and bring it back into your life again

RUFFLE SHUFFLE • Give your home the gift of comfort and beauty with Sarah Taylor's gingham cushion with ruffled sides, a quick sew for a stunning finish

STITCH upcycle • Time to upgrade your basic cardigan for the sunny days ahead with Mollie Johanson's super-cute strawberry and flower motifs.

HONEY HUG • Sew this adorable bumblebee plush toy designed by Lucy Ward – it's the bee's knees!

WEEKEND BAG • Create Delia Randall's beautiful travel bag with two hidden pockets inside – spacious enough for all your travel essentials!

MINI CUSHION • Sew this nifty pincushion by Laura Strutt featuring a Courthouse Steps block in the centre with a small tab to store fabric clips

REUSABLE SANITARY PADS • Get sustainable by sewing these reusable sanitary pads designed by Debbie Wainhouse, for yourself, your loved ones and charity!

TEMPLATES • Here are templates for the bee toy and reusable sanitary towels in issue 133

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

FINDING MY STYLE • Matt used his recent interest in sewing to experiment and make the menswear he struggled to find on the high street

THE ELENA DRESS • Sew a jersey dress and its belt to tie at the waist, made to suit every body even during the hottest Summer days

THE JOSIE BLOUSE • Welcome the sunnier days with this delicate floral blouse featuring glamorous puff sleeves

THE MILLIE BAG • Combine style with practicality with a trendy tote bag, perfect for your grocery shop or weekend essentials