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MASTERING DARTS – Getting to the point!
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MASTERING DARTS – Getting to the point!
If using a thicker fabric, once the dart is sewn, cut open the dart fabric as far as possible to help eliminate excess bulk (McCall's 7513)
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IN THE GOOD BOOKS
Our pick of this month’s new sewing and dressmaking books
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After decades in the fashion industry and coaching aspiring entrepreneurs, Jacqueline Shaw is bringing her passion for African fabric to sewists with her brand-new subscription box Wax and Wraps!
Reader Review McCall’s 7861 dress
Liz Owen, sewing instructor and sample maker for Love Sewing, reviews this issue’s chic shift dress pattern
MASTERCLASS SCUBA SUCCESS
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GIVEAWAY
Win the Janome DKS30 sewing machine with our exclusive giveaway
CRAFTY BETTY
We head to Newark-on-Trent to catch up with Michelle Baker, owner of sewing studio, gift shop and tearoom Crafty Betty
Faux LEATHER
Pleather, faux leather, leatherette - whatever you want to call it - has been around longer than you might think. Read on to fifind out how this versatile fabric came to be an everyday staple
MASTERCLASS STRETCH YOURSELF
Knit fabric is great to sew with, but how do you know just how stretchy your jersey fabric is? Coralie Grillet of blog Stitch n Smile talks us through accurate measuring for great results
MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS
Get into the festive spirit with the new Nostalgic
Love Sewing CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE
Whether you’re part of a sewing group Secret Santa, you want to treat a loved one or you just need a crafty pick-me-up, here are our favourite festive finds!
READERS' MAKES
Liz
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PATTERN CUTTING LINE
Making a Couture Dress Part 1
Alison Smith MBE explains how to create a couture dress in the first of her skillbuilding three-part series
MACHINE REVIEW
This month we explore the diverse range of sewing machines on offer from Brother
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Helen Baker shares her version of this year-round classic T-shirt. See more of Helen’s makes atwww.justsewhelen.com
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Christmas CRACKER!
This year might not have turned out as we planned, but we reckon it’s still worth making a Christmas party dress, even if you’re partying at home!
Baby it’s COLD outside!
Get creative with this 4-in-1 pattern and create your
All that GLITTERS
Add a little festive sparkle into your winter wardrobe with this chic sequin party top
Go full CIRCLE
Make a statement in gold leatherette. With its fun shape and decorative tassel, this great little bag has it all
Lovely in faux LEATHER
Find a wide range of lovely leather alternatives online at Fabric Guys
All-season TROUSERS
The classic joggers with a drawstring waist and elasticated cufs gets an upgrade in a stylish print and wide contrasting fabric at the side seams – perfect for all occasions!
DRESSED to impress
Are you a dressmaker or a quilter? Why not be both?! Sandra Johnson shares how she united her joint passions to create patchwork garments to be proud of
THRIFTY STITCHER
Claire-Louise Hardie explains how to blend pattern sizes to give you a perfect fit for your body
Fall into WINTER
Our pick of chic jackets and coat-igans to guide you through the colder months
AUTUMN daze
This gathered Grace skirt from Simple Sew is the perfect day-to-evening option. It's ideal for showing off a bold viscose print!
Turn up the VOLUME
Transform your Threadcount 2010 pattern with Pauline’s dress hack, including striking puff y sleeves
Unicorn DREAMS
This sweet unicorn makes a great wall decoration or gift. Play with colours or add some sparkly thread to add to the magic!
IN BLOOM
This drapey cover-up will keep the chill off on evenings out. It features a neat shawl collar, flutter sleeves and soft gathers at the back neck
Call it a DRAW
Carry snacks and supplies in style with this clever drawstring lunch bag
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