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

A BRAND NEW YEAR

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

Simply Sewing

PINBOARD • IDEAS INSPIRATION ACCESSORIES WEBSITES EVENTS STUFF

WIN A YEAR’S WORTH OF • Enter today and you could win 12 Vogue Designer Collection patterns – one for every month of the year!

Stitching in the rain • Learn the tricks to sewing with waterproof fabrics and make garments for any weather.

THE ROBYN SHIRT • Comfortable, practical, and versatile− the classic button-up shirt is the perfect wardrobe staple for both smart and casual wear

MY SEWING WORLD • The Great British Sewing Bee helped me discover my own style and gave me the confidence to pursue a creative life!

HOME refresh • Cosy up your home by sewing a selection of useful, everyday items

GEOTANGO • What better way to warm up than with a homemade quilt? Create Joanne Hart's comfy throw with upbeat shades

SEW SLOW • Sit back, relax and stitch simple embroidery with your favourite floral fabric. Becki Clark shows you how

CO-STAR • Upgrade your tea time by sewing these cute coasters by Jessica Entwistle and get to use your cutest fabric scraps!

SHOWSTOPPER • Make a quick, easy and handy project with this beautiful bold doorstop designed by Lorna Fairey

PICK A CRAFT • Organise your crafting space by making this project bag by Amy Lowden, designed to fit needles, hooks and yarn!

KNIT & TWIST • Sew your way through the cold season with this knit-feel, stretch bodycon dress by Portia Lawrie

SEWITAGAIN • Transforming McDonald's uniforms and old tablecloths into viral fashion moments

NEON POP • Start the year in a stylish way sewing this high-neck tunic dress with a tie waist for a perfect fit

NEAT & CLASSY • Sew this simple collarless boxy jacket by Sarah Laws with detailed pockets and cuffs to show off your favourite fabrics

PINUP • Bonus gift – download your free digital copy of Upcycling with Thread

REPURPOSING FABRIC • How and why every sewist should be upcycling fabrics and recycling old clothes

ECO & RETRO • Repurpose your old clothes and sew a stylish balloon sleeve top and Peter Pan collar as seen in Annie Phillips' book Upcycle

STITCH upcycle • Stitch up a special pouch with a sparkly monogram. Mollie Johanson shows you how with velveteen cut from a cushion

PINUP • Sew this exclusive bag pattern by Lauren Holloway

COCOA PALS • Warm your heart around a fluffy cup of hot chocolate with a lovely little biscuit all designed by Lucy Ward

TEMPLATES • Here are full-size templates for the Cocoa Cup toy and Stitch Pouch in issue 129

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

BEJEWELED • Clay Keith’s creativity is fuelled by his journey from initial concept to final creation!

THE ROBYN SHIRT • Cute, light and colourful, this shirt is the perfect fun statement garment for both smart and casual wear

THE LYNDSAY DRESS • Start the year in the most stylish way sewing this high-neck tunic dress with a tie waist for a perfect fit

THE IRIS BAG • Wear this fun and handy bag on your arm or shoulder with its adjustable strap and solid handle