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

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Simply Sewing

PINBOARD • IDEAS INSPIRATION ACCESSORIES WEBSITES EVENTS STUFF

WIN A COTTON REEL STORAGE BOARD! • Enter our competition to have the chance to win a cotton reel storage board worth £54!

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MY SEWING WORLD • For Laura, sewing is her hobby but creating great storage for other sewers has become her work

Sheer elegance • Upgrade your sewing game with our guideto working with delicate, decadent lace overlays

THE MARIANNE DRESS • Craft an elegant dress featuring a stunning sheer lace overlay, designed with a flattering gathered elastic waist for a sophisticated look

32 FABULOUS GIFTS TO make • Be inspired to make handmade gifts for all the family with this crafty round-up from gatheredshop.com

PINUP • Practise your bag making skills with Lauren Holloway

'TIS THE SEASON • Struggling to find the perfect Christmas gift? Create these six quick-sew and thoughtful presents that are sure to please the whole family.

STYLE & FLAIR • Sew The Laurel Top, a beautiful and versatile short-sleeve blouse with an elegant neck tie detail

DRIBBLE BUDDY • Sew the sweetest baby bibs designed by Louisa Burtonshaw and decorate it with the softest lace and ribbon

EVERYDAY CHIC • Draft your own button-up maxi skirt with Portia Lawrie's easy tutorial – no pattern required!

RETRO VIBE • Get your favourite corduroy fabric out to create this wardrobe staple, designed by Ruth Brown, no pattern needed!

TAILORED TO FIT • Cornelius started sewing to create clothes that fit his body, and now inspires others to do the same

SAFE & SOUND • Sew a nifty phone pouch with shoulder strap, designed by Louisa Burtonshaw, and get to play with fabrics and colours!

STITCH upcycle • Add a personal touch to your Christmas cards or present tags with this minimalist stitched Christmas tree designed by Mollie Johanson

MERRY TREE • Create a Christmas tree that you'll get to cuddle with Lucy Ward's sweet design

TEMPLATES • Here are templates for the Christmas tree toy in issue 141

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

SEWN TOGETHER • Connection is at the centre of Austin’s sewing journey, fostering creative and supportive community

THE LAUREL TOP • Sew a versatile short-sleeve blouse that can be easily dressed up or down with an elegant neck tie detail

THE CONRAD BAG • Hop on the trend and sew yourself a practical and spacious shoulder bag that you can take anywhere

THE MARIANNE DRESS • Sew an elegant sheer lace overlay on your dress to create this chic garment with a flattering gathered elastic waist