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CLASSIC AND FEMININE

CLASP PURSE

This purse is so pretty and unique you'll want to show it off every chance you get. With a zipped pocket to keep your pennies safe and two sections for your cards, notes, stamps, and loyalty cards it'll keep you organised, too.

TOTE BAG

A personalised tote is always a guaranteed hit, right? Right. This is a super-simple make and one that you'll use all the time. We've given you the template for 'Wife, Mum, Boss', but you could easily design a template to make this your own.

INFINITY SCARF

An infinity scarf is so cosy and such a simple but effective accessory for pairing with any outfit. This lightweight scarf is perfect as the cooler autumn months are on their way.

TISSUE BOX COVER

We love this home accessory make, it's the little touches like this that make such a difference to a room. Choose a fabric that matches your interior design and impress guests with your coordination skills!

LETTER WRITING SET

There's something so special about receiving a handwritten note. Inspire yourself to keep up with pen and paper correspondence by designing your own letter writing set with pockets for your cards and pens.

DIAMOND QUILT

How beautiful is this diamond quilt? This is another nice and easy project that makes a big impact when it's finished. We love the combination of Her & History's vintage prints and autumnal colours for this make.

PURSE

YOU WILL NEED

■ Fabric A–F: 12x23cm (5x10in) of each print – main fabric patchwork outer

■ Fabric A: 50x40cm (20x16in) – main lining fabric

■ Fabric B: 30x30cm (12x12in) – zipped pocket outer, zip ends, and binding

■ Zip: 20cm (8in)

■ Medium-weight iron-on interfacing: 20x20cm (8x8in)

■ Ultra-firm sew-in stabiliser: 2x18cm (¾x71/8in)

■ Wadding: 30x25cm (12x10in)

■ Vlieseline Decovil I Light: 30x35cm (12x14in)

■ Emmaline Bags: 19cm (7½in) wide gold wallet closure

■ Gutermann HT2 glue

■ Small screwdriver to attach screws

■ Paper to create the template

■ Erasable fabric marker

■ Matching thread

■ Basic sewing kit

■ Fabrics are from the Her & History fabric range by Bonnie Christine for Art Gallery Fabrics. Visit artgalleryfabrics.com for stockists.

HEH-42780 Leo's Orchard

HEH-42781 Antoinette's Vintage

HEH-42782 Lillian's Secret Garden

HEH-42783 Margaret's Letters

HEH-42788 Eloise

HEH-42790 Dot's Green Thumb

■ Vlieseline H640 fusible fleece and Decovil provided by Lady Sew and Sew, ladysewandsew.co.uk

NOTES

■ Seam allowance is 6mm (¼in)

■ Use a walking foot if you have one, though you may find it easier to attach

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