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I AM PAN

The Pan top from I AM Patterns' Goddess collection can be sewn in wovens or knits for a comfortable and versatile basic

WHEN TWO BECOME ONE

Portia Lawrie shows us how to upcycle jumpers to make a new winter wardrobe staple

CHANGEMAKERS

There's no denying that the garment industry is doing damage to our planet, but the powerful forces behind the Zero Waste Design Collective are working hard to make a difference

STITCH upcycle

Jazz up an old pair of jeans with a stitched pocket edge! Mollie Johanson shows us how to add a subtle pop of colour to any trouser

HANDMADE TRIBUTE

Friendship, community and the memory of a good friend - Robert Sexton's favourite make is close to his heart

PATTERN REVIEW

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

TO THE RESCUE!

Children can be the star of their own action-adventure story with Kirsty Hartley's mask and cape set the perfect gift this Christmas!

THE RITA DRESS

Sew a midi- or maxi-length wrap dress to style for party season with the Rita Dress - an easy-sew design for dreamy lightweight fabrics

FRESH TAKE

Before heading off on honeymoon, Madhu Kottalam transformed an unused sari into this beautiful two-piece

MY SEWING WORLD

From her woodland cabin, Taylor runs Softpaw Vintage where she recycles vintage textiles into timeless garments

DIAMOND CUT

Sew a stand-out wardrobe piece with Tammy Silver's quilted skirt, a self-draft project with plenty of options for customisation

PATTERN REVIEW

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

THE SCARLETT TOP

Get your project planner out and start choosing fabrics, styling and events for each version of the Scarlett Top

NOT SHORT ON STYLE

Talented sewists who are 5ft 2in and under share the challenges - and joys- of sewing as a petite person

SHAPE UP

This rectangle dress will be a staple piece for the office during the autumn months. Draft your own with Linda Mafuba's tutorial

COPY SHOP PRINTING

In this masterclass, The Fold Line talk all things copy shop printing, which is quickly becoming sewists’ favourite way to print PDF patterns

CHANGING BODIES

Sewing is not just a hobby, it's an opportunity to embrace changes in our shape and style as we age and grow

Summer breeze

Portia Lawrie’s lightweight cover-up is an essential layer for beach days, spending time by the pool or even lounging at home

CROSS-CONTINENTAL COUTURE

The founder of wax print retailer Dovetailed on her business beginnings, her surprise fashion heritage and why African prints are for all occasions

The Adaku Dress

The wonderful Adaku Parker of Dovetailed has created an exclusive design for Simply Sewing in the form of this striking wrap dress!

PATTERNS FOR every body

Create garments that look and feel perfect for you with our guide to gender-neutral clothing design

VISCOSE CHALLIS

In this intensive masterclass, Gavin Burrell dives deep into viscose challis, a much-loved fabric among modern sewists

THE MAGGIE SET

Achieve the perfect fit with the extensive Maggie Set top, tunic and dress pattern from Bella Sunshine Designs.

PATTERN REVIEW

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

THE AMENA SET

Update your wardrobe with this versatile top and dress set from Pattern Paper Scissors. Pick and choose features to suit your style!

MAKING WITH PRIDE

Crafting and activism rarely cross paths, but Mister Domestic makes it look easy. He shares how he flies the flag for LGBTQIA+ rights through craft

MY SEWING WORLD

Terrance brings his passion for sustainability, human rights and inclusion into everything he creates

GENDER EXPANSIVE FASHION

The sewing industry is beginning to break free of the binary and create inclusive designs for every body

TARA TEA DRESS

Introducing Tara - a comfortable, stylish tea dress for day or night, exclusively designed for Simply Sewing by Sewgirl

BUNNY PICNIC

Michelle Galletta's cute little embroidered bunny is here just in time for Easter! Get ready for some seasonal stitching