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

FRESH IDEAS WITH FABRIC

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

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

Simply Sewing

PINBOARD • IDEAS INSPIRATION ACCESSORIES WEBSITES EVENTS STUFF

PINUP • Download Handmade Christmas − your bonus gift!

CRIMBO TOPS • Create these customised Christmas Jumpers with the help of Cricut Iron on Vinyl™. Craft pro Kate Smith shows you how.

Sweet dreams • It’s time to get cosy with our guide to making your own stylish DIY nightwear

LOUNGE WEAR • Whip up these quick-to-sew gender neutral pyjamas bottoms in plenty of time for Christmas.

MY SEWING WORLD • Blanca’s love of fashion kick-started her sewing hobby. She took dozens of online courses now sews whenever she can.

COMFY CHIC! • This trending elegant drape dress designed by Claire-Louise Hardie has everything going for it − style, elegance and comfort!

AMBER MAKES • Business owners Rebecca Reid and Amy Gaunt allow us behind-the-scenes of their thriving sewing company.

TAKE A BOW • Sew Debbie Wainhouse's smart bowtie and pocket square duo to elevate a plain suit − a perfect gift!

PINUP • Sew your exclusive shoulder bag pattern from Amber Makes

All ways • Sew this gorgeous full circle, multiwear dress to see you through the party season. Fashion designer Portia Lawrie shows you how.

BLANKET REVIVAL • Upcycle old wool blankets and create this gorgeous warm patchwork quilt. Xanthe Grundy shows you how.

SNOW SCENE • Create your own miniature winter wonderland scene with Louisa Burtonshaw's appliqué stocking.

ICE ICE BABY • Sew Lucy Ward's cute snowman toy, complete with hat and scarf set, for a loved one this Christmas.

STITCH upcycle • Use your tiniest fabric scraps to make festive baubles for your tree!

PICK UP A PENGUIN • Come in from the cold this winter with these gorgeous penguin pyjama trousers and hot water bottle cover by Jessica Entwistle.

The Power of Colour • Discover how the fabric colours you choose can boost your mood and confidence

TEMPLATES • Here are the full-size templates for the Snowman Toy and Fabric Ornaments in issue 128

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

DREAM TO REALITY • Mallory’s journey to a perfect grad dress began when she was 10, and her love of sewing has not stopped since

THE DANNI DRESS • Smart, comfortable, and stylish, The Danni Dress ticks all the boxes, including the most important of all – pockets!

THE GEORGE PYJAMAS • Sew the ultimate gender neutral pyjama bottoms in an afternoon − the perfect beginner-friendly pattern!

THE AMBER BAG • This super-fun handbag from Amber Makes has handy internal pockets and a thick adjustable strap