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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PINBOARD • IDEAS INSPIRATION ACCESSORIES WEBSITES EVENTS STUFF

THE PATTERN EDIT • Puff sleevesTry this romantic, statement style, says Production Editor Jessie Newton

INSPIRING BOOKS

WIN! FESTIVAL TICKETS • Five lucky winners will win a ticket to our favourite date in the diary!

WIN TWO FAB SEWING KITS • Make a Lunar Jacket and an Everyday Dress from The New Craft House

SKILLSET REFRESH • You could win the Agnes pattern and access to two workshops

THE PENNY DRESS • With its mix-and-match necklines, hems lengths and sleeve lengths, the versatile Penny Dress is a wardrobe essential

GO BIG OR GO HOME • It’s time to add some drama to your makes with our guide to working dramatic puff sleeves!

EGGCELLENT MAKES! • Get ready for a celebration of spring renewal with these gorgeous Easter creations that will delight little ones using Jessica Swift's Rain or Shine.

PINUP • Make a sweet, cheerful bunny toy using your pattern gift

PATTERN REVIEW • Each month in our pattern review column, readers share their unique style with a gorgeous garment make!

TULIA TEE • The unisex Tulia Tee from Sewing Patterns by Masin is a me-made wardrobe staple that's perfect for layering up this spring

MY SEWING WORLD • Swapping limiting high-street clothes for a self-made wardrobe gave Gill the confidence to embrace who she is.

PINAFORE DRESS • Dress yourself in me-made magic with Linda Mafuba's self drafted pinny – the ultimate layer up or down garment for the changing weather

PAINS AND NEEDLES • How learning to sew helped us find our confidence again after chronic illness…

PACK IT UP! • Use your prize prints to stitch a colourful project pouch, designed by Debbie Von Grabler-Crozier, for on-the-go sewing!

FOREST FAMILY • These adorable mushies by Lucy Ward will make for a sweet and fun(gi) project!

CROSS-BACK BABY! • Level up the classic T-shirt with this pattern hack from April Rhodes that takes an everyday garment to a trendy wardrobe feature

SCRAPPY HEADBAND • Scarlett Hawkes' upcycled project is the perfect opportunity to use up some of your most precious fabric scraps!

RUN, RABBIT, RUN! • Let the fresh air flow through your house this spring with this adorable and modern doorstop from Anna Alicia.

STITCH upcycle • Display an embroidered message for International Women's Day 2023, Mollie Johanson shows us how...

PATTERN RULERS • We’ve got a new tool for your sewing kit. These fantastic rulers from Sew on with English Rule have been a hit at Simply Sewing HQ!

TRACING PATTERNS • We all know we should trace a pattern before cutting, but how many of us can honestly say we do? Here are our top tips for perfect tracing

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

TEMPLATES • Here are the full-size templates you'll need for the toy project in issue 105.

PASSING THE BATON • Mijke Hoogervorst was introduced to the world of sewing by her mom. Now, she’s teaching her children to sew!

THE PENNY DRESS • With multiple hem, sleeve and neckline options, The Penny Dress will see you through all the seasons!

THE TULIA TEE • This...