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Claire-Louise Hardie talks us through the wide variety of ways you can transfer pattern markings
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PERFECT PIPING
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Let LOOSE
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Here comes THE SUN
Welcome back a little sunshine into your wardrobe with our pick of yellow fabric
Less is MORE
Lena King shares her top 10 tips for sewing garments to be proud of, all with fewer than two metres of fabric
MACHINE REVIEW
This month we take a closer look at the latest Janome sewing machines
Choose from 13 different variations! SKIRTING the issue
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The Dressmaker's DIARY
This month, Elisalex discusses the ups and downs of running a sewing business during the past year
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Your dream jacket
In the final instalment of this couture coat-making special, Alison Smith MBE shows you how to give your bespoke jacket a beautiful finish
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PROJECTS
Press the BUTTON
Dress up your wardrobe with these fabulous faux button front styles
COVERED BUTTONS
Julia Claridge shares how to create gorgeous covered buttons using a handy kit
Sew RETRO
This vintage tablecloth easily transitions into a three-quarter sleeve top with floral pockets. Try it with your favourite pattern tonight!
JOG ON
Make these great fitting and comfortable joggers your own with fun colour blocking, and team them with last issue’s hoody!
BACK IN business
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Bright as a BUTTON
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PEPLUM power
Transform this month’s Butterick 6727 pattern into a striking peplum design with puff sleeves using Miranda’s creative hack
Roll up, ROLL UP
Roman blinds are easy to sew – requiring little more than a straight line on the machine – but look fantastic. With a little maths under your belt, you can revamp your windows in no time
Going on SAFARI
Use the quilt-as-you-go technique and transport yourself to sunnier climes with this tropical trio of bags
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