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

FRESH IDEAS WITH FABRIC

IT'S OUR BIRTHDAY!

CONTRIBUTORS • A huge thank you to this talented lot...

Simply Sewing

PINBOARD • IDEAS INSPIRATION ACCESSORIES WEBSITES EVENTS STUFF

HAPPY birthday • Create unforgettable, fun celebrations with these cute and colourful makes

SLICE OF JOY • Sew a cute and decorative slice of birthday cake cushion designed by Rebecca Reid to add a décor that's sure to be a real sweet treat for the eyes

BOW-TIFUL • Take a ride to your childhood unicorn fantasy and sew a hobby horse by Kayleigh McDaid

FUN-TING • Decorate your space all year-long or for a special event with the cutest, most vibrant bunting, designed by Sarah Ashford

PETIT POUCH • Sew the most adorable little pouches by Jessica Entwistle, perfect to give filled with fun party favours!

THREAD-Y to wear • Turn your handmade wardrobe into a customised masterpiece with our guide to working with embroidered fabrics and DIY stitched details.

THE MERYL TOP • This beautiful and light gathered tunic with trumpet sleeves is perfect for the summer months

MY SEWING WORLD • Talented artist Lorna tried herself at sewing from a young age, unknowingly starting a lifelong passion.

THE ABIGAIL DRESS • Sew a simple but vibrant dress in preparation for all those special occasions this summer − her pleated skirt is perfect for dancing in!

Stories of needle & thread • We share our favourite novels threaded with dressmaking, history and drama

TAKE IT OR SLEEVE IT • Add some style and flair to your favourite top or dress with Juliet Uzor's majestic bishop sleeves patterm hack tutorial

SMOCK O'CLOCK • Dance your way through sewing this breezy smock dress by Ruth Brown, choosing your perfect length − mini, midi, or maxi!

PINUP • Sew this exclusive bag pattern by Lauren Holloway

REMAKE REWEAR • Wrap yourself up warm and cosy with Portia Lawrie's patternless gilet refashioned from a secondhand quilted bed throw

MINDFULLY making • How sewing in view of the natural world can boost mental wellbeing and have life-changing benefits.

BUBBLY BAG • Looking for something cute, colourful, super practical and trendy? This ripstop sling bag by Louisa Burtonshaw ticks all the boxes!

STITCH upcycle • Cover up your little one's stains on their favourite clothes with Mollie Johanson's cutest embroidered beetle design

BIRTHDAY TREAT • Celebrate with Lucy Ward's plushie cake design − and use for years to come!

PINUP • Extra gift – download your digital copy of Gathered issue 1!

TEMPLATES • Here are full-size templates for the Birthday Cake plushie toy in issue 131

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

HAPPY CLOTHING • For Tendai, dressing in colour is an expression of creativity that reflects her joyous personality

THE ABIGAIL DRESS • Sew a simple but vibrant dress ahead of the summer months, or match with a warm cardigan for winter

THE MERYL TOP • This beautiful and light gathered tunic with trumpet sleeves is the perfect wear during the summer months

THE BROOKLYN BAG • Sew a trendy, sturdy and practical bag that you’ll want to take just about everywhere with you