Simply Sewing

DESIGNS FROM DOWN UNDER

Looking at Susan Goodwin’s designs, it’s easy to tell she hails from somewhere where the sun is often shining; from halterneck swimsuits to racerback slip dresses, the patterns are begging to be worn to the beach or at summer barbeques, with all of her fashion-forward designs bringing a hint of Sydney sunshine to our sewing machine.

“I’ve been working in the fashion industry for many years, creating surf, street and sportswear, but even though I’m in fashion almost nobody sews,”

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