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Reach for the stars
The Fibre Co.’s new autumn-winter pattern collection has been inspired by the wonders of the night sky
Stitches & shape
Caroline Bawn explores new patterns and techniques as she works on her Ziggurat
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!
STITCHER STYLE
Tatiana Romero lives in Mexico where she creates her cute character designs and gives back to the stitching community. She tells us about the world-famous festival, Day of the Dead
Priceless stitches
Mona Lisa is her WIP, and she's just added the final stitches to a Picasso - welcome to Grace Perez's cross stitch gallery and be mesmerised by some of the world's masterpieces!
STITCHER STYLE
Kateryna's design name is Stitchy Princess and she lives in Ukraine. Inspired by the old Slavic stories and fairy tales of her childhood, she tells us how creativity gets her through
Petite pasture
This wavy grass plant has attracted a ladybird visitor
UK YARN SHOP LOVE
Wherever you are in the UK, your local yarn shop is a place to indulge in your craft. Step inside and discover the community on your doorstep
Fire starter
Set your soul - and style - ablaze with this floaty filet-stitch wrap designed
Talavera BLANKET
Bring Spanish sunshine into your home with the bright colours and textured stitches of Ana Morais Soares' seven-part Talavera blanket crochet-along
Cowl me crazy
Wrap up in this beautifully detailed piece designed
RIPPLE EFFECT
Turn your living room into a perpetual party with this joyful blanket
Healthy, happy crochet
Keep your hands and body supple with our guide to comfortable crafting!
AHEAD OF THE CROWD
Crafty community and online hub The Crochet Crowd has millions of followers, and at its heart is Michael 'Mikey' Sellick, the 'man behind the brand, who shares his story with us....
DESERT DECORATION
Liven up your desk or windowsill with a pretty velvet cactus and matching pot by Danielle Bentley-Gellett
Flag it up!
Decorate for all occasions with bunting by Kelly Wilson Moore
Poolside petals
Fix up a favourite pair of flip-flops with a clever 3D flower embellishment designed by Emma Leith
BECCA'S JOURNAL ...from the studio
Crochet accessory designer Becca Parker of To Be Adorned explains how little crochet touches can make your big day even more special
Catch a wave
Try on a gorgeous rippled jumper by Cara Medus that's full of interesting textures
Great reads
Filled with colourful designs and fascinating stitch patterns, this book is a treat for sock knitting fans
New adventures
Caroline Bawn gets to grips with the fascinating construction of her sweater
MY INSPIRATION Georgia Farrell
Using innovative shapes and stitch textures, Georgia creates fresh, modern knit designs
STRENGTHENING SOCK HEELS
Rachael Prest explores a range of techniques to prevent holes from forming in the heels of your hand-knitted socks
FRENCH IMPRESSIONS
Along avec Anna is the inspirational brand run by Anna Dervout, and includes designs, yarns and an Exeter-based yarn shop, as Janine Sterland discovers
MY HOME VIBES
CONTINUE YOUR JOURNEY WITH DIY TABLEWARE HERE. WE'VE ROUNDED UP OUR FAVOURITE ACCOUNTS WITH BRIGHT IDEAS FOR AL FRESCO DECOR.
KIDS' PARTY BROWNIES
LOADED WITH BISCUITS, SWEETS AND SPRINKLES, LUCY BURTON'S TRAYBAKE BROWNIES ARE A PERFECT PARTY TREAT AND SO SIMPLE TO MAKE
MENDING A CRUSHED STRAW HAT
Discover the joy of turning tired into treasured, with Nina Dyer's steps to reviving an old straw hat – this simple steaming technique works for other hats and creased straw items, too