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!
Give your wardrobe a boost ahead of the new year with the inspiring projects included in this issue. Sew the Jenna Dress from By Hand London and style it with the smart-casual Fleur Blazer; make Portia Lawrie’s glamorous patternless dress on page 56 and spend an afternoon stitching a wrap skirt from Sew Over It on page 67. If you’ve left your Christmas crafting to the last minute, you’ll find plenty of festive ideas inside, too. Sew sweet Christmas jumpers to hang on your tree, a cute snowman plushie for a little one, and embellish a jumper with a fun sweets stitch project on page 87. WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYSEWING #SIMPLYSEWINGMAG facebook.com/simplysewingmagazine twitter.com/simplysewing_ pinterest.com/simplysewingmag instagram.com/simplysewingmag…
Need a bit of encouragement for your next project? Then maybe it’s time to try a sewing challenge! We’ve rounded up some of our favourites on page 60 and there’s something to inspire every sewist. If your making is still focused on all things festive, get stuck in to this issue’s mini jumper tree decorations on page 70, or go for the real thing with an embroidered Christmas jumper on page 87. And if you’re in the market for something a little more glamorous, try our patternless velvet dress on page 56. Share your makes with us at #simplysewingmag too!…
BY HAND LONDON Our cover star is the versatile Jenna Dress set from the amazingly talented Elisalex de Castro Peake of indie sewing brand By Hand London. Their patterns are designed for dressmakers who like to ‘dress up and stand out’, and Jenna is certainly that! ALICE IRVINE Atelier Brunette has released its first pattern, and Alice Irvine has reviewed it for us this issue – find it on page 42. We love Alice’s content, especially her sewing reels – head to @the.polka.dot.palace for relatable videos that will make you smile! CHRISTINE LEECH We absolutely love the Christmas decorations Christine has made for us this month! Find the jolly little jumpers on page 70, and learn more about Christine’s crafting journey in her fascinating column piece on page 54. BRANDON…
NEW ESSENTIAL Introducing Atelier Brunette’s debut pattern – Le Sweat! This seasonal design features an elegant boat collar and can be made with three-quarter or raglan sleeves. You can also use stretch or woven fabric, so you can make a comfy sweatshirt or a smart-casual top in a silky viscose. Turn to page 42 to read our Pattern Review! atelierbrunette.com WASTE-NOT If you’re intending to make your sewing more sustainable in the new year, get started with Birgitta Helmersson’s new zero-waste pattern. The ZW Block Pant can be used to make wide-leg trousers and a skirt, both with pockets and an elasticated waist. birgittahelmersson.com WINDS OF CHANGE There’s no escaping the changing seasons and the weather that comes with it. Tilda’s new collection, Windy Days, is inspired by autumn walks…
Cosy knits Stay warm this winter with these designs, says Production Editor Emily Freer I AM RAINBOW, I AM PATTERNS This brand-new pattern offers a total of 96 variations! Choose from different lengths, pocket styles and necklines, and make it as an over-head one piece or zip-up jacket. We love the below-knee hoodie version for cosy days at home. Available in EU sizes 34–52, iampatterns.fr. SUNDAY SWEATSHIRT, YOU MADE MY DAY PATTERNS This comfy sweatshirt is not your typical wardrobe basic. Featuring options for ruffled or puffed and pleated sleeves, a back slit and a ruffle neckline, you can make a dress, sweatshirt or T-shirt as fancy as you like with this pattern. Available in UK sizes 6–22, you-made-my-day.com. HUG HOODIE, MADEIT PATTERNS This is another one to break the…
1. A messenger bag is so useful for when you’re out and about and on the go. This roomy bag from Rebecca Reid is super practical; find it at gathered.how/messenger-bag. 2. If you’ve got a few WIPs lying around (as we all do...), Ami Lowden’s pretty and practical project bag will help you stay neat and organised until you next get around to it. gathered.how/knitting-bag 3. Whether you’re off on your travels or just trying to stay tidy at home, this washbag from Jess Entwistle will help keep your daily essentials all in one place. gathered.how/washbag…
