Issue 28 - September 2022

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Hello Issue 28!
Not a fan of the very warm weather we’ve experienced recently, then this issue will be right up your street as we prepare for the autumn! At this time of year, it’s hard to decide what to wear because whatever you pick you can be too hot or too cold!
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On Our Radar
Presser feet that are designed for specific tasks are such a game changer when it comes to making your own clothes. Janome has just launched brilliant new feet that will make some of the more tricky tasks a breeze! Narrow Piping Foot - This is useful
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Weekend Winners
This simple skirt that has a flat front and an elastic back waistband making it comfortable and easy to sew, but looks stylish made in beautiful print cottons including recycled fabrics. We love this short version but it would look great in knee, mid
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HOT Fabrics
Don’t you just love these wonderful pyjamas! You can almost walk through the paths of a charming meadow with this endearing collection where you’ll find the perfect patch of ditsy wildflowers, delicate rosebuds, and rich green foliage. To take a look
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Tammy Handmade
I started sewing just four years ago and have seen my sewing evolve over such a small time period. I’ve found joy in a craft that I truly cherish and enjoy developing in and never would have thought I would love as much as I do. Learning how to sew h
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Introducing Paperless Sewing
Many indie pattern companies are now starting to package projector files with their PDF patterns so you’ve probably heard about projector sewing patterns, but what exactly are they? With a projector, you’ll no longer need a paper pattern — you simply
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Love Layering
Cara Top | The Modern Sewing Co Sizes 4-28 (UK) | £12.50 | www.modernsewingco.com A simple top but with lots of lovely finishing details, this pattern is suitable for beginners and early makers. It is accompanied by a pre-recorded online workshop for
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Facing
IN THIS TUTORIAL, THE MAIN BODY FABRIC IS STRIPED WHILE FACINGS ARE WHITE. A garment with combined neck and shoulder facings will give you a flawless finish, concealing seams and showing crisp pressed edges. The facing sits more smoothly, but also gi
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PATTERN Preview
Just one of the exciting new patterns from this pattern label – the Darjeeling Frock is a wrap dress with a twist of glamour! Its dramatic tapered elegant frills and gathers are reminiscent of ’70s style while the crossover bodice ties at the side an
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60 minute MAKE
Sew It Yourself by Daisy Braid is available from Hardie Grant Photography ©Rob Pilbeam With no standard sizing, you just use your own body measurements, Daisy encourages sewing practices that have minimal waste and can even be made with fabric scraps
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SCOOP PINAFORE Sew Different
This casual, over-the-head tunic is especially designed to wear with a top underneath. It has a statement square neckline which contrasts with the scooped sides, which house large and comfortable must-have pockets! The skirt has a pretty subtle bubbl
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CUTTING FOR southpaws
Made from drop forged steel, these shears have knife edged blades that effortlessly cut through heavyweight fabrics and multiple layers of fabric with ease. Elk 10in Left Handed Tailors Shears www.tacura.com Resistant to rust and corrosion, these sni
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HOOKED On Books
By Daisy Braid When Daisy Braid started sewing, patterns were out of her budget so she started DIYing! This colourful book is size-inclusive for sewers of all stages and abilities. It includes guides on everything you need like equipment, materials a
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Meet The Maker THE SEWING WORKSHOP
Tell us a little bit about The Sewing Workshop, and its main goals? The Sewing Workshop is based in my hometown of Topeka, Kansas. Our goal is two-fold – we want to help our customers create a handmade wardrobe that represents their personal style, b
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Perfect PINTUCKS
This elegant vintage-inspired fit-and-flare dress has decorative pintucks on the front and pleated sleeves. Giverny Dress, www.itchtostitch.com A pintuck is a narrow fold in fabric that adds a delicate detail and texture to your fabric and garment. T
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The EDIT
Blazers always feature on the runways no matter what season it is. This throw-on style offers a roomier fit than traditional blazers and is perfect for layering over a camisole, tank, T-shirt or cropped top, if you’re brave enough! A blazer adds a fi
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Ramie
Ramie is native to China, and is a biodegradable, plant-based fibre made from nettles and classified as a cellulose fibre like cotton, linen and rayon. The fibre comes from the stem of Boehmeria nivea known as China Linen or Grass Cloth, and is relat
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The Pattern Designers of Etsy
USA www.etsy.com/shop/AllWellWorkshop Amy Bornman and Ameila Greenhall create intuitive, simple and hackable designs for this pattern label. They’re committed to helping sewists at all levels learn and stay curious about sewing! CANADA www.etsy.com/s
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WE Love The Robe
Justine White Bee Print Boot www.shoezone.com Faux Fur Open Toe Slipper www.marksandspencer.com Tasi Robe and Jacket $14 (USD) www.sewdiy.com Lambswool Mirror Knitted Cowl www.folksy.com This pattern is a fantastically flexible basic that can be used
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Fit Is Everything
Do you ever come home and one of the first things you do (or want to do) is take off your bra? Are you constantly fidgeting with your bra during the day because it’s uncomfortable or not wanting to stay in place? Maybe you have been professionally fi
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THREE Projectors
This mini projector seems to be one of the most popular among sewers. It will connect to the Wi-Fi or PC with an HDMI or USB and comes with a remote that’s helpful to turn the images around. The keystone button helps focus images easily. It measures

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