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As things have gone a little off plan, we’ve decided to dress for the summer holiday we want, not the summer we’ll be having! With that in mind, now’s the perfect time to treat yourself to a gorgeous new wardrobe addition, and our Maxi Dress is just the thing. This has come straight from The Great British Sewing Bee: Sustainable Style by Caroline Akselson and Alexandra Bruce, and it’s so lovely! We’ve got a sweet sundress for a little girl too if you’re making for the family. And if you’re looking for home decor, we’ve included some amazing kitchen makes to brighten your mornings. WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYSEWING #SIMPLYSEWINGMAG facebook.com/simplysewingmagazine twitter.com/simplysewing_ pinterest.com/simplysewingmag instagram.com/simplysewingmag…

THE INDIGO PLUS Tilly and the Buttons has released a digital add-on pattern for its Indigo Smock Top and Dress, giving a total of 48 variations to make! The extension pack includes an extra skirt tier to make a gorgeous swishy midi dress; you can make a version with short sleeves – with or without ruffle – and add extra detail with a button back bodice. shop.tillyandthebuttons.com THE BOXY BLAIR Homer and Howells has released its third pattern: The Blair Jacket. The duo pride themselves on classic British tailoring with a modern twist, and Blair is just that. Sew the French darts and in-seam pockets in crisp linens, light wool, or even silk for a shirt dress. See more at homerandhowells.com STITCH IT UP W Selkie Patterns has released the…

Add some sparkle to your sewing kit with one of these beautiful scissor sets from Milward, worth up to £25. Included in each pack is a set of high-quality dressmaking scissors (25cm) and a coordinating pair of decorative embroidery scissors with traditional stork handles (11.5cm). With this competition, you could win a rainbow coloured scissor set or a glamorous set in gold or rose gold. Whether you’re a beginner or a sewing whizz, these scissors will help you achieve the perfect cut for all your creative projects. For your chance to win, enter the competition now at www.gathered.how/ sew_comps…

RISE AND SHINE BANNER We love the buzzing bee writing on this wall hanging! This is a super simple make with a big impact when on display. Why not play around with a personalised message and add a name to your banner? It would make a great housewarming gift. EGG COSY Become an early bird by making yourself a tasty breakfast with the cutest little cosy to make you smile! This is a great scrap buster too for all the remnants of your fave fabrics that you can't bring yourself to get rid of. APRON This apron will get you thinking up things to bake just so you can wear it! And if you're not a baker, using the toaster is definitely now an apron-wearing task! SKILLET PAN HANDLE COVER…

If you’re missing your weekly get-together with your sewing mates, or simply popping to the local haberdashery to stock up on new fabrics, you’re not alone. But just because we’re staying safe at home right now, it doesn’t mean that our sewing has to be put on the backburner too. Continuing to be creative and indulge in your favourite craft is so important for your mental wellbeing. Today it couldn’t be easier to craft without leaving your home. From beautiful subscription boxes providing inspiration each month, to cute kits you can get stuck into, these little deliveries of joy are exactly what we need to keep calm and smiling. OWL AND SEWING CAT Try something new every month with these subscription boxes, from aprons and bags to and cushions and…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Main fabric: 30x140cm (12x55in) ■ Lining fabric: 30x140cm (12x55in) ■ Zip: 40cm (16in) ■ Fabric tape, webbing or ribbon for strap: 4x90cm (1½x35½in) ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 1cm (3/8in) unless otherwise stated ■ This method is patternless, but you can opt to trace onto paper first if you prefer ■ Measure the exact required ribbon length when you have made the bag before you cut the precise length SUGGESTED FABRICS ■ Main fabric: Heavyweight cotton, corduroy or velvet ■ Lining fabric: Lightweight cotton or satin MATERIALS USED ■ Woven dark green leopard print cotton from Stoff and Stil www.stoffstil.co.uk CUTTING OUT Step one From the main fabric cut: Bumbag Front: 26x44cm (10¼x173/8in) Bumbag Back: 26x44cm (10¼x173/8in) Zip Tab…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Main fabric (per pattern weight): 16x10cm (6x4in) ■ Fabric for the drawstring bag: 25x60cm (10x24in) ■ Ribbon for the drawstring: 150cm (55in) ■ Rice to fill each pattern weight ■ Safety pin ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 5mm (½in) unless otherwise stated ■ We made a set of seven pattern weights in a variety of fabrics, but you can make as many as you like, this project is ideal for using up fabric scraps! MATERIALS USED ■ We used Liberty lawn offcuts to make our bag and sewing weights in a variety of different patterns. MAKING THE WEIGHTS Step one Take the 16x10cm (63/8x4in) main fabric piece, this will become the Pattern Weight Outer. With right sides (RS) facing…

As we continue to live and work in these uncertain times, we hope this month's edition of Simply Sewing brings you some joy and inspiration. We're so excited to be able to bring you this gorgeous maxi dress (p22) – from The Great British Sewing Bee: Sustainable Style book – alongside lots of other cheery makes for summer. From bright kitchen accessories, to floral pattern weights and a floaty blouse, there's heaps to keep your nimble sewing fingers busy. We've also teamed up with Burda to bring you a face mask pattern, which you can cut out and get sewing straight away (find it on p79).…

We're staying in this month, so enjoy these online sewing courses from your home. BERNINA MADE TO CREATE STUDIO BERNINA has launched a new creative platform to offer online lessons on sewing, quilting, embroidery, and overlocking. Each lesson features videos and step-by-step instructions. weallsew.com MINDFUL STITCH TECHNIQUES The School of Stitched Textiles has launched a free course to learn mindful and relaxing stitch techniques to help relieve stress and anxiety. The perfect way to quiet a busy mind. creativeclassroom.sofst.org CRAFTS FOR THE HOME Mike at the Crafty Gentleman has put together heaps of fun crafts to make for the home, from your home. Each craft is split in to handy skill levels so you can choose the right one for you. thecraftygentleman.net…

Vlieseline has launched its Quick ‘n’ Easy Collection, thoughtfully designed with sustainability in mind. Included in the collection is Style-Vil Fix fusible foam interlining which is designed for 3D collage as well as for hand and machine sewn items and garment shaping. Also included in the range are two brand new thermo-insulating waddings made using 100% recycled polyester, the R80 (a lightweight, bulky wadding) and R200 (a more substantial and extra bulky wadding). Both are perfect for quilts, patchwork, bag making, and garment applications. The bundle contains a metre length of each new product. Enter the competition at gathered.how/sew_comps See www.gathered.how/sew_comps to enter today! (UK only, see competition rules on p6.)…

This Maxi Dress comes from the newly released book, The Great British Sewing Bee: Sustainable Style by Alexandra Bruce and Caroline Akselson. We love it for its frilled tiered skirt and the lightweight fabric that gives it an elegant hang. Share your finished makes with us using #simplysewingmag. YOU WILL NEED ■ Fabric: Sizes 8–14: 3.5mx150cm (4ydx60in) Sizes 16–22: 4mx150cm (4½ydx60in) ■ Iron-on interfacing: 40cm (16in) ■ Invisible zip: 55cm (21½in) ■ Cuff buttons x2 ■ Front buttons (optional) x3–5 ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit NOTES ■ Use a 1.5cm (¼in) seam allowance throughout, unless otherwise stated. ■ Instructions are given for overlocking the seam allowances, but if you don’t have an overlocker you can easily neaten the seam allowances by zigzagging them instead RECOMMENDED FABRICS ■ We…

Our patterns are drafted for modern women and to work with our modern lifestyles Selkie Patterns was founded in late 2018 by myself and my best friend, Alexandra. 2019 was a big year as we tried to get our brand-new business off the ground, and many exciting opportunities came our way, including the chance to write our new book, The Great British Sewing Bee: Sustainable Style. The big learning curve was in balancing new opportunities with keeping up the product side of our business. SEWING PATTERNS My personal background is in freelance costume making, which I did for many years before starting to teach part time. Before we started the business, I brushed up on my pattern cutting skills as that’s my side of the business: making sure the pattern…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Black fabric for the bag outer and drawstrings: 50x112cm (20x44in) ■ White fabric for the doors and windows: fat eighth ■ Black and white print for the drawstring casings: fat quarter ■ Black and white prints for the roof tiles: fat quarter x2 ■ Lining fabric: 50x112cm (20x44in) ■ H630 fusible interfacing (Vlieseline): 50cm (20in) ■ Embroidery hoop ■ Fabric glue ■ Darning foot for sewing machine ■ Matching thread NOTES ■ Seam allowances are 5mm (¼in) ■ Fat eighth = 28x46cm (11x18in) ■ Fat quarter = 46x56cm (18x22in) MATERIALS USED ■ Solid black fabric: Caviar from the Pure Elements collection* ■ Solid white fabric: Snow from the Pure Elements collection* ■ Roof tiles and drawstring fabrics: all from the Colormaster box #13 Light and Shadow*…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Gingham: 112cm (44in) wide 3–4 years = 40cm (15¾in) 5–6 years = 1m (39½in) 7–8 years = 120cm (47¼in) ■ Polka dot fabric: 112cm (44in) wide 3–4 years = 40cm (15¾in) 5–6 years = 60cm (23½in) 7–8 years = 60cm (23½in) ■ Appliqué fabric: 25x25cm (10x10in) ■ Fusible bonding web: 25x25cm (10x10in) ■ Buttons: 4 x 2cm (¾in) ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit NOTES Seam allowance is 1cm (3/8in) CUTTING OUT Step one From the gingham fabric cut: Skirt 3–4 yrs: 112x40cm (44x15¾in) Skirt 5–6 yrs: Two 32x50cm (12½x19¾in) for the Skirt Back and one 64x50cm (25¼x19¾in) for the Skirt Front Skirt 7–8 yrs: Two 36x60cm (14¼x23½in) for the Skirt Back and one 72x60cm (28¼x23½in) for the Skirt Front Step two From the polka…

The walking foot, (also known as the dual feed foot or even feed foot) is a presser foot that attaches to your sewing machine and can help the machine to cope with bulky seams and multiple fabric layers. Although they are well known for helping to sew with thicker fabrics, the walking foot can also help to sew fabrics that slip easily, such as silk, chiffon, and velvet. Let us walk you through the process and get to grips (puns intended!) with this presser foot. You’ll soon be wondering how you ever managed without one! SOLE The metal sole of the walking foot is, much like a regular machine presser foot, smooth metal that glides over the fabric as it is guided through the machine. Walking feet have interchangeable soles…

4 SIZES S Babies / Children (Small) M Children (Normal) / Adults (Small) L Adults (Normal) XL Adults (Large) PLEASE NOTE: These are instructions to sew a DIY protective face mask. The mask is not officially certified nor has it been officially tested. The production and use of the mask is therefore at your own responsibility. PREPARE THE FABRIC We recommend washing any fabric before cutting out pattern pieces. If possible, the fabric should be dried in a dryer. This will ensure that the finished item will not shrink after laundering and it will be free of undesirable additives. The fabric should then be ironed smooth to make cutting out the pieces easier. The 'good' side of the fabric is used as the right side and faces outward when wearing…

HOW TO MEASURE YOURSELF ACCURATELY ALWAYS MEASURE YOURSELF BEFORE you choose a pattern size to cut out. The sizes do vary greatly from pattern to pattern, so it’s always best to measure yourself accurately and then refer to the pattern’s size chart to find your size. The chart will usually be printed on the pattern envelope or on the instructions inside. Measure yourself in your underwear and preferably in the bra you’ll be wearing underneath your garment as this can alter the measurements slightly. Use a fabric tape measure as it’ll curve around your body well for accuracy. You can measure on your own if you stand in front of a mirror, but, for best results, ask a friend to help so they can check the tape measure is sitting…

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SUE WILKES-SIDDELEY Sue is the innovative mind behind Cut Couture, a brand focused on making dressmaking accessible, personal, and most of all, eco-friendly. Read all about her patternless kits and launching a business just before lockdown on page 58. BECKI CLARK Becki Clark is a multidisciplinary creative designer based in the New Forest. Inspired by nature’s flora, fauna, when she’s not in her studio you’ll find her out exploring with Reggie the sausage dog. Becki photographed our breakfast makes on page 28. LUCY SINNOTT Lucy started making clothes when she was 13 and hasn’t stopped since. She is the founder of Trend Patterns, the pattern company for people who love fashion but without the high price tag. Lucy tells us all about her favourite make on page 90. KAROLINE…

Denim's here to stay for summer so here's our fave denim patterns, says Production Editor Emily FIONA SUNDRESS, CLOSET CASE PATTERNS The Fiona sundress is a flattering fitted button-up dress which looks gorgeous in denim or linen. The pattern comes with two sleeve and skirt lengths, too, so you can mix and match to make your perfect dress. Available in US sizes 0–20 from closetcasepatterns.com ZADIE JUMPSUIT, PAPER THEORY PATTERNS The Zadie jumpsuit is a comfy, easy-to-wear, stylish one piece. You can make it with the 3/4 length sleeves shown or sleeveless with a dropped shoulder. The jumpsuit wraps around the body and fastens with a tie, so no buttons or zips needed. Available in sizes 6–28 from papertheorypatterns.com KELLY SKIRT, MEGAN NIELSEN PATTERNS The Kelly skirt is a classic…

SEWING ANIMAL DOLLS Tina O'Rourke (£14.99, White Owl) Learn to make Daisy the Dog, Rosie Rabbit, twins Betty and Ben Bear, and Daisy's beret-wearing puppy, Mimi! Each character has full-size patterns to create an entire wardrobe for them, as well as accessories for their adventures together. There's a variety of doll projects included with easy-to- follow instructions, making it perfect for beginners and advanced level crafters. THE KEW BOOK OF EMBROIDERED FLOWERS Trish Burr (£25, Search Press) This gorgeous book is the ultimate guide to embroidering flowers. The embroideries included are reworkings of botanical artwork from Kew's Art Collection, complete with stitch guides, advice on choosing fabrics and threads, and reusable iron-on transfers. Learn to capture chrysanthemums, water lilies, and magnolia in thread with this book. TAKE TWO FAT QUARTERS:…

VINTAGE STYLE This gorgeous 1940s style shirt dress is complementary to a variety of different body types. BUTTON DOWN A full length 16-button placket makes fastenings a main focal point of this design. GATHER UP Delicate gathered details provide shaping around the bustline. CEYLON The beautiful Ceylon dress from Colette Patterns makes buttons the star of the show, with a 16-fastener placket that spans the full length of the design. Gathers at the bust provide fullness and shape, whilst an inset waist and dropped curved waistline allow the full skirt to flare out. www.colettepatterns.com PATTERN INSPIRATION Whether you opt for vintage, metallic, shaped, or subtle, it's the buttons that make these garments. Which will you choose? 1 PILVI The Pilvi coat dress from Named Clothing is made from soft jersey,…

This gorgeous lemon oilcloth from Stoff & Stil instantly adds a fresh and uplifting feel to your table, and if you want to eat al fresco for that holiday vibe this is perfect for transporting you to sunnier climes! We have some more inspiration for bright and sunny kitchen makes on the next page. If your kitchen wasn't already your favourite room in the house, it could just be about to change! This fabric is non-woven oilcloth yellow with lemon and is available for £3.50 a metre. www.stoffstil.co.uk…

I love a bit of DIY and am trying my hand at making my own cleaning products. I had fairly eco-friendly cleaning products anyway, but with a young baby in the house I wanted to try making my own to make it safer for little hands as well. I have included two DIY recipes in one of our new products, a digital Wardrobe Planner, and at the moment I am making this all-purpose cleaner, which is great for kitchens and bathrooms. You fill a glass container with citrus waste , like orange and lemon peels, then cover this with vinegar. Let it sit for two weeks, then sift the liquid and dilute 50/50 with water in a spray bottle . To find out more about the new Wardrobe Planner from…

YOU WILL NEED ■ A loose-fitting top or shirt for measuring ■ Main fabric: 1.3mx140cm (1½ydx55in) ■ Narrow satin or cotton bias tape: approx. 60cm (24in) ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 1cm (3/8in) unless otherwise stated ■ You will need more fabric if you wish to make the blouse longer or larger than UK size 16 ■ We traced our pattern straight onto the fabric but you may find it more economical to draft the pattern onto paper first and then purchase fabric depending on the width and length of your pieces RECOMMENDED FABRICS ■ Viscose or crepe viscose. Ours is Woven Viscose in Light Yellow with Flowers from Stoff&Stil www.stoffandstil.co.uk CUTTING OUT See the step image illustration for how to place and…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Top fabric: approx. 1.5mx140cm (1¾ydx55in) *see notes ■ Calico: approx 1.5mx140cm (1¾ydx55in) *see notes ■ Bias binding: 1m (11/8yd) ■ Piping cord: 2mx5mm width (2½ydx¼in) ■ Large safety pin ■ Pattern paper ■ Metre ruler ■ Erasable fabric marker ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 1cm (3/8in) unless otherwise stated ■ Fabric/calico quantity will depend on the size of your chair, you may find it helpful to create your pattern first before purchasing fabric so that you can calculate how much fabric you will need MATERIALS USED: ■ Upholstery fabrics, heavyweight cotton, linen, velvet ■ Treat any fabric that will be used on furniture with a fire-retardant spray prior to cutting out MAKING THE PATTERN Step one As all chairs…

RECOMMENDED FABRICS: Tightly woven cotton fabric, about 40 x 40 cm (16" x 16") NOTIONS: Elastic, 5 mm (›/16") wide: about 50 cm (20") 2 small safety pins Florist's wire or medium weight hobby wire, about 20 cm (8") Interchangeable filter layer: e.g. paper kitchen towels or antibacterial fibre fleece (e.g. high-filter vacuum cleaner bag, antibacterial dish washing sponge cloth) ALSO REQUIRED: Pencil, Paper scissors Tape measure or hand gauge Straight pins Tailor's chalk Fabric scissors and thread scissors Sewing thread, Sewing machine, machine needles Hand sewing needle PATTERN PIECES: piece 1 top fabric layer 1x piece 2 lining and filter each 2x…

LADDER STITCH Used to join together and close two turned-under edges invisibly, such as on a dress lining or soft toy. Bring the needle up at 1 on one side of the seam, then in at 2 on the opposite side and out at 3, so the stitch is 3mm (1/8in) long. Push the needle back in the opposite side at 4 and out at 5. Repeat this to close the edges. SLIP STITCH This stitch is used most often for hems where you need to stitch a turned-under edge to a flat piece of fabric using small, almost invisible stitches. Bring the needle up at 1 on the turned-under hem then back in at 2 and out at 3. Make this horizontal stitch as small as possible so it…

"My favourite dress is a very recent addition to my wardrobe. It has arrived at the perfect time of the year ready to be worn to death throughout spring and summer, I’ll even try and get away with wearing it in winter, too. This is my latest pattern release, the TPC26 Bias T-Shirt Dress, it’s been on a very long journey because it wasn’t quite right. Now the pattern is out in the wild and I love it so much I have two dresses and a top hack already and I’m dreaming up my third dress too, probably in contrasting fabrics to highlight the panels. This particular dress is made up in a mustard crepe called Delia from Fabric Godmother. Talking of those panels, the pattern sits on the body…