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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SLEEVE IT TO ME • From armholes to fashion goals, get the long and short of sleeve construction with our expert advice

THE FARAH DRESS SET • Thought you’d found your favourite dress? Think again – the Farah Dress is here to take the spotlight

BACK TO SCHOOL • Put a spring in your step for the new term with cheery retro-print accessories

PINUP • Get set for sun, sea, sand and sewing with The Beach Bag.

MY SEWING WORLD • Candice Alviz dipped her toe into a variety of hobbies before discovering the magic of sewing, and has never looked back!

NINETIES VIBES • Channel Cher from Clueless with this checked pinafore dress by Freya at Crafty Sew & So, perfect for layering with plain tees.

STITCH upcycle • Add a subtle embroidered flourish to plain everyday leggings with Mollie Johanson's super-quick paper aeroplane motif.

FRESH PICK • Sew a reusable, customisable and fully reversible tote bag with Jen Rich’s beginner-friendly project

PALAZZO PARTY • Easy, breezy, palazzo trousers are an absolute wardrobe staple! Make your own perfectly fitting pair with Portia Lawrie’s how-to.

MAKE THE CHANGE • For designer and author Bianca Springer, creativity is a way to advocate for change and champion a diverse craft industry

THE VITA BLOUSE • With its statement sleeves, choice of neckline and elegant ribbon back, this top from Bel’Etoile will never go out of style

WRAP STAR • This maxi skirt by Aims Watts is the perfect transitional piece to see you through the seasons. It’s a quick and satisfying sew too!

THE WORLD of cosplay • Regan and Kelley of Cowbutt Crunchies Cosplay share a peek inside their fantastical world with practical tips for sewists in their book, The Cosplay Book of Ballgowns

PUPPY PALS • Make a furry friend for life with Lucy Ward's dog plushie toy − complete with detachable coat and lead!

TEMPLATES • Here are the full-size templates you'll need for the puppy dog plushie toy project in issue 112

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

NAPERY COUTURE • Georgie Carter faced her fear of sewing patterns and opened up a whole new world of creative possibilities

THE VITA BLOUSE • Make this pattern in many ways – mix and match sleeve, hem and neckline styles for an everyday blouse you’ll love

THE BEACH BAG • Head out to the beach in style this summer with this roomy bag perfect for your holiday essentials

THE FARAH DRESS SET • Choose from two skirt and sleeve lengths and sew a tiered smock dress for all occasions!