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!
Our sewjo is ramping up here at Simply Sewing as we get started on a handmade Christmas! We’re sharing heaps of fab ideas for decorations in our Christmas Makes booklet, and from page 69 onwards in the mag you’ll find gift inspiration for every family member – including the furry four-legged ones! As well as making for others, you can treat yourself to a little wardrobe update too with the gorgeous Imogen Dress and the party-ready Anderson Blouse from Sew Over It. Rest up in between projects with some great reads, including an interview with US sewing royalty Mimi G and Brittany Jones! WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYSEWING #SIMPLYSEWINGMAG facebook.com/simplysewingmagazine twitter.com/simplysewing_ pinterest.com/simplysewingmag instagram.com/simplysewingmag…
The nights are drawing in and there’s nothing I love more than settling down to some Christmas sewing with a mug of hot chocolate! Turn to page 28 for Anna Alicia’s festive dining table ideas, find our Christmas gift guide on page 69, and discover 20 feel-good makes for a holly jolly Christmas in our bumper project book. If you’d rather a Christmas gift for yourself, try Debbie Wainhouse’s boxed base tote on page 54, or whip up the ultimate Christmas party dress with our Imogen Dress pattern. As always, share your makes with us @simplysewingmag.…
SEW OVER IT Get ready to sew the ultimate chic wardrobe addition with the Anderson Blouse from Sew Over It! This is a gorgeous, drapey wrap top that you’ll feel amazing in, and with no darts involved it’s a simple sew, too. Find styling tips on page 44. MANDI BHARIJ The sound of a whirring sewing machine was a constant for Mandi as a child, so it’s no wonder she spent her career working in fashion. Now, she designs and creates patterns for her company, Make with Mandi. Read all about her journey on page 52. MANJU NITTALA Manju describes sewing as both her addiction and therapy, and she shares her eclectic mix of makes on her blog, SewManju. This month, she’s reviewing By Hand London’s Hannah dress for us…
TEXTURES OF LIFE We've seen some impressive uses of fabric scraps before, but Onome Otite’s incredible artworks are just stunning! Onome’s beautiful collages are made from recycled off-cuts and are all about celebrating women and culture, with inspiration taken from her Nigerian heritage. See more at @onomeotite, or catch her in person at this year’s Knitting and Stitching show. FRILLS AND SPILLS Feeling flouncy? Ruffle things up with the Anok dress! It's up to you how floaty you want it – stick to simple clean lines or add ruffle, butterfly or snail sleeves cut in spirals to float down the dress front or side seams. Find out more at kosedo.studio/collections. CRAFTY COUNTDOWN An Advent calendar for dressmakers you say? Count us in! The Hemline Advent calendar for 2021 is a…
Like it did for many of us, the UK’s lockdown gave friends and fashion designers Khirsty and Eleanor the time to rediscover their love of sewing. The idea of launching a brand together had always been in the back of their minds, and after sharing sewing tips and tricks between each other, it became obvious that this refound passion was far more than just a lockdown pastime. “We realised that a lot of what was on offer to sewists felt a bit dated and not in line with what’s available to buy ready-made. We decided to create a fashionable brand that you can sew yourself, using our industry knowledge to create all-inclusive sewing kits!” Within the first year, Khirsty and Eleanor have created a huge variety of kits for home…
Wrap tops For sheer versatility it’s a wrap, says Production Editor Emily Freer HANNAH TOP, BY HAND LONDON Keep things easy and breezy with the Hannah top, one of the many variations available within the Hannah dress pattern. Short, bishop or tulip sleeves – the choice is yours! Available in UK sizes 6–34, byhandlondon.com. ADELINE WRAP TOP, FORGET-ME-NOT PATTERNS Dress up weekend jeans in an instant with the oh-so-chic Adeline top. Made for woven fabrics, you can add a little structure with a shawl collar if you wish. The final effect all comes down to your fabric choice. Available in sizes 28–48, forgetmenotpatterns.com. ROMY WRAP TOP, PATTERN SCOUT STUDIO Simple and understated, this peplum blouse features beautiful pleat details, three-quarter sleeves and elegant button closures. It’s a great option if…
