Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 114 i Simply Sewing

The festive season has arrived, and it’s time to embrace the magic of winter and Christmas in style! To celebrate we are thrilled to present our newest sewing pattern, Noelle, carefully curated to bring elegance and style to your wardrobe. The detailed step-by-step instructions and accompanying illustrations guarantee that beginners and seasoned sewers can easily follow along and bring their vision to life. This time of year is an exciting one − and by creating your own festive makes you can join a community of makers who appreciate the art of handcrafted fashion and homeware. Happy sewing! WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYSEWING #SIMPLYSEWINGMAG facebook.com/simplysewingmagazine twitter.com/simplysewing_ pinterest.com/simplysewingmag instagram.com/simplysewingmag…

FRILL SEEKER Forever our go to when we're looking to make a style statement, ruffles will always be a friend of ours. But, it doesn't need to be overly dramatic! You can easily elevate a garment with some simple cuffs on a sleeve or a frilly circular yoke, as seen on the brand-new Raida Dress by Madeline Southwick. Featuring a billowy bodice and a loose, comfortable fit, it's sure to become your favourite grab-and-go dress you'll find yourself reaching for again and again. Download the pattern from madswick.com. UTILITY STYLE Make the jump from sewing dresses and skirts and foray into the world of outerwear. Sonny is the newly launched jacket pattern from Tilly and the Buttons. It's easy to follow and offers two hemline and collar options for a…

We know you're not going to be able to resist sewing this deliciously squishy cuddly as a last-minute stocking filler. Lucy Ward's Pippin the Penguin pattern uses beautifully soft cuddle plush fabric, making this guy the perfect polar pal to snuggle up on the sofa with. You'd be mistaken if you think Pippin the Penguin is just for Christmas. Oh no no no, with his pom-pom crown this huggable fella will make a heartfelt gift for winter birthdays, too. Why not add felt or knitted scarf? Find beginner knitting tips gathered.how…

As a child, it seemed that Maddie Kulig’s future would lie in a very different career than designing lingerie. Though she kept up with the fashion trends of the time, she took both organic chemistry and calculus in high school and was a self-confessed science geek. A seismic event in her life caused a shift in priorities, however: the death of her mother after a battle with cancer meant Maddie’s vision for the future changed completely. She enrolled onto a fashion design course at the Savannah College of Art and Design, then transferred a year later to Johnson & Wales in North Miami to study fashion merchandising and retail marketing. The course required a work placement as part of the programme, and Maddie took up a position at iconic fashion…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Cotton fabric: 25x150cm■ Sewing cotton: metallic gold, ecru and beige■ Tapestry wool: dark grey■ Bias binding: 15cm, gold■ Double-sided iron-on interfacing: 10cm square■ Toy stuffing■ 5in Embroidery hoop■ Basic sewing kit NOTES ■ Download the template from gathered.how/ss-templates■ You can work the satin stitch on the ears by hand if you prefer■ Find more tips on embroidery at gathered.how TRANSFER AND EMBROIDERY Step one Use your preferred method to transfer the outline, eye position and the position of the ear to the fabric for the front and back as mirror images - we used carbon paper. Mount the eye area of the design into an embroidery hoop. Thread two piece of dark grey tapestry wool into your needle and then stitch wthe curve of the eyelid…

POLAR BEAR PAGE 75 ACTUAL SIZE All templates are available to download from gathered.how. Scan the code to go straight to thwe templates page! Thank you for making these projects from Simply Sewing. The copyright for these templates belongs to the designer of the project. They work hard to create projects for you to enjoy, so please don’t re-sell or distribute their work without permission. Please do not make any part of the templates or instructions available to others through your website or a third party, or copy it multiple times without our permission. Copyright law protects creative work and unauthorised copying is illegal. We appreciate your help.…

SIZES 6-30 (US 2–26/EUR 30–54) FRONT BACK PACK INCLUDES ■ Pattern sheet x1■ Instruction sheet YOU WILL NEED ■ 3.2mx115cm wide fabric or 2.8mx150cm wide fabric■ 50cm iron on interfacing■ 60cm regular zip■ Matching thread■ Basic sewing kit FABRIC SUGGESTIONS ■ Light to medium weight woven fabrics such as linen, cotton lawn, viscose or Tencel. NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 1.5cm, unless stated. The back and front skirt piece are cut using the same pattern piece. For the back skirt, use the pattern as it is. For the front skirt, fold the pattern piece along the centre front line and place that against the fold line of your fabric. Use the lay plans if you need help placing out your pattern. BODY MEASUREMENTS WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYSEWING © Printed in the UK…

Right, folks. It's time to start ramping up the planning for Christmas. I am loving the Noelle dress (page 22) − there's something about the timeless style and elegance of this pattern that combines the essence of holiday cheer with a touch of vintage charm, resulting in a beautifully crafted garment that's sure to make the wearer feel special! I'll be sewing mine in seasonal colours and wearing it to our magazine Christmas party, that's for sure! Whip up the apron from our Christmas Makes (page 31) to protect your Noelle dress, while cooking up your festive treats and you're all set for the big day. I can't wait!…

NERRISA QUILTED COAT & JACKET Cosy up all year round with this lightweight quilted coat design from By Hand London. It features casual drop sleeves, an optional rounded collar, plus variations for a subtle hip-length hi-low hem and a longer calf-length overcoat variation. The By Hand London team have included instructions to help you learn to quilt your own fabric, as well as the option to repurpose a second-hand quilt – we’re obsessed! byhandlondon.com PATTERN INSPIRATION Be prepared for all weathers with our pick of the best quilted jacket patterns. 1 KEIRA VEST This quilted gilet from Juliana Martejevs features a curved hem, patch pockets, and a smart collar, and it's equally appropriate for an autumn walk or a day shopping. Instead, of written instructions a QR code is provided…

YOU WILL NEED ■ 4mx140cm Medium to heavy weight woven fabric■ 15m Bias binding■ Existing A line/straight Skirt from your wardrobe (optional)■ Matching thread■ Basic sewing kit FABRIC USED ■ Fabric from Thrifted Curtain (140cm x 400cm) SUGGESTED FABRICS ■ Mouflon Wool Blend Coating from Minerva.com■ Core Range Stretch Woven Lining from Minerva.com■ Bias Binding Tape from Minerva.com MEASUREMENTS NEEDED ■ Waist ÷ 4■ Hip ÷ 4■ Waist to Hip■ Length NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 2cm unless otherwise stated. CUTTING THE BACK PANELS Step one Fold fabric in half across the width. Step two On the right edges of the fabric, mark and cut off the Selvedge. Step three Mark 2cm seam allowance from the marked edge. Step four From the folded top edge, measure down 5cm and mark…

PSST: Turn the page for fabric and styling inspiration. Share your Mara Top with us using #SimplySewingMag. FEEL good and look stylish with this top that can take you from day to evening. This modern top offers two different sleeve variations − boxy geometric or romantic gathers - take your pick, or make both out of different fabrics! YOU WILL NEED ■ Sizes 8-18: 1.4mx140cm wide fabric■ Sizes 20-26: 1.5mx140cm wide fabric■ Sizes 28-36: 1.6mx140cm wide fabric■ Optional 0.7m ribbing■ Matching thread■ Basic sewing kit FABRIC SUGGESTIONS ■ Mara is designed for stretch fabrics such as jersey, ponte roma, French terry or sweatshirting with a stretch percentage of at least 30%. If using a fabric with a lower stretch percentage, we recommend sizing up. For optional cuffs, use a ribbing…

YOU WILL NEED: ■ Lamb cuddle plush fabric 65x60cm, White■ Plush fabric: 18x19cm, ivory; 50x25cm, red; 40x45cm, pink■ Marl wool felt: 4x5cm, dark grey■ Stranded cotton: 1 skein each of black, white■ Polyester toy filling 200g■ Pom pom: white■ Basic sewing kit FINISHED SIZE: ■ Approximately 40cm tall, FABRICS USED: ■ Lamb Cuddle Plush in WhiteSolid Cuddle Plush in Ivory, Red and Shell from shannonfabrics.com. NOTES ■ Find the templates on page 85 or at gathered.how/ss-templates.■ Fabric measurements are given width first, then height.■ Arrows on templates indicate direction of plush pile. Note that fabric pile runs upwards on the Ear and Hat pieces.■ Seam allowance is 6mm and is included in the templates. CUTTING OUT: Step one Pin pattern pieces onto the wrong side (WS) of the fabrics and…

MY FAVOURITE THING "I have an abiding love for vintage tablecloths that depict Australia’s unique native flora. They’re the sort of things that were bought as holiday souvenirs, taken home in a suitcase then used only rarely (if at all) for forty years before finding themselves in charity shops. "I’ve tracked quite a few down online, and usually they’re in pretty good nick, but this top was the result of a seller whose “good used condition” tablecloth would have been more accurately described as “well-used” instead. "When it arrived from overseas it was too stained and ratty to use on the table; but the vibrant print around the borders was still in good condition, and the fabric was so soft from a lifetime of use that I couldn’t bear to…

ANNA ESCHER Anna started sewing as a kid, then in 2022 she set up her own sewing pattern business. She focusses on versatile basics that are feminine, comfortable and size inclusive. Find them at sewlalapatterns. com and turn to page 54 for The Mara Top. LILLI HINGEE Lilli lives in Melbourne, Australia, where she spends her time reading, sewing, baking, and hanging out with her family. She’s an advocate for body neutrality, slow-fashion, and small and emerging designers. Discover her fave make on page 90. ELISALEX JEWELL Elisalex is the co-founder of the independent sewing pattern label and sewing education platform By Hand London. She’s an London College of Fashion alumnus and worked in the fashion industry for four years. Try her wrap dress, page 49. MADDIE KULIG Maddie is…

PSST: Turn the page for fabric and styling inspiration. Share your Noelle Dress with us using #SimplySewingMag. The festive season calls for celebration, and this dress embodies the essence of the Christmas season with it's exquisite design. The neck tie provides a subtle hint of playfulness while the flattering silhouette accentuates the wearer's curves, while flowing fabric gracefully drapes with every step, creating an elegant look. YOU WILL NEED ■ 3.2mx115cm wide fabric or 2.5mx150cm wide fabric■ 50cm iron on interfacing■ 60cm regular zip■ Matching thread■ Basic sewing kit FABRIC SUGGESTIONS ■ Light to medium weight woven fabrics such as linen, cotton lawn, viscose or Tencel. NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 1.5cm, unless stated. ■ The back and front skirt piece are cut using the same pattern piece. For…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Pattern-drafting supplies (e.g. Ruler, French curve, pattern paper)■ Lightweight woven fabric with drape and body, such as viscose challis, crepe, viscose linen blends, soft linen, silk satin, or flannel. Amount to be determined by your self-draft paper pattern.■ 3.8 cm wide elastic: up to 38 cm long■ Bias binding: 2m DRAFT THE BODICE FRONT Step one Take a large piece of pattern paper and draw in a vertical line for your centre front (CF). Step two About a third of the way down the CF line, draw in your horizontal bustline: Add 2" (5 cm) ease to your full bust measurement and divide by 4. Step three Next, measure vertically down from your bustline to your waist and draw in your waistline from this point: Add…

Other children had a cuddly blanket, I had an old silk scarf. I grew up with second-hand clothes and at only eight years old, I started using the sewing machine. Even though it was my dream, I didn’t dare to enter a fashion design program, I decided to study Fine Art as I have a talent for drawing. In art school I ended up with textiles and prints. Last year, when my children got a bit older, I finally took the plunge to start my own sewing pattern label Sew Lala. Through my experience, and in my everyday life as an educated sewing teacher, I realised how important it is to wear clothes that make you feel completely comfortable and authentic. EMBRACING DIFFERENCES For me, sewing offers unlimited freedom to…

Each year, do you promise yourself that you'll use up your extra fabric before buying more? We're guilty too. Well, now's the time to finally blitz that stash with our 30 very different ideas for amazing projects that are perfect as presents. Not only will you be so chuffed you've decreased your overflowing pile of offcuts, but you'll also save money on Christmas gifts. Win, win… 1 SCRUNCHIE An ideal make if you're a sewing newbie, scrunchies only require a small amount of material and don't take long to whip up on a machine. Plus, they make great gifts for everyone from teens to gal pals. 2 BOOK COVER A savvy way to jazz up a plain notebook for gifting, or perhaps wrap a new read for a…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Curtain panel■ Stranded cotton (see notes)■ Fabric selvedge■ Adhesive water-soluble stabiliser (or other transfer method)■ Rotary cutter and ruler■ 6in embroidery hoop■ Fabric seam sealant■ Basic sewing kit NOTES ■ Download the template from gathered.how/ss-templates■ We used DMC stranded cotton in shades B5200, 725, and 989■ Find more tips on embroidery at gathered.how CUTTING OUT Step one Cut a 36x24cm piece of curtain panel with the hemmed edge on the long side. Curtain panels come pre-hemmed on the edges, which means the drawstring channel is already sewn for you. If you want to use other fabric, sew a wide hem on your fabric first. 01 TRANSFERRING THE DESIGN Step one Transfer the winter flower embroidery template onto the water-soluble stabiliser. Then peel off the backing and…

SIZES 8–36 (US 4–32/EUR 32–60) TOP A FRONT BACK TOP B FRONT BACK TOP A WITH CUFFS FRONT BACK TOP B WITH CUFFS FRONT BACK PACK INCLUDES ■ Pattern sheets x2■ Instruction sheet YOU WILL NEED ■ Sizes 8-18: 1.4mx140cm wide fabric■ Sizes 20-26: 1.5mx140cm wide fabric■ Sizes 28-36: 1.6mx140cm wide fabric■ Optional 0.7m ribbing■ Matching thread■ Basic sewing kit FABRIC SUGGESTIONS ■ Mara is designed for stretch fabrics such as jersey, ponte roma, French terry or sweatshirting with a stretch percentage of at least 30%. If using a fabric with a lower stretch percentage, we recommend sizing up. For optional cuffs, use a ribbing or cuffing fabric with a good recovery. NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 0.6cm, unless stated.■ Fabrics should be pre-washed to avoid shrinkage later.■ When referring…

PACK INCLUDES ■ Pattern sheet x 1■ Instruction sheet YOU WILL NEED ■ Black cuddle plush: 50x38cm for body■ White cuddle plush: 35x33cm for body■ Orange cuddle plush: 27x20cm for beak■ Yellow fabric: 27x10cm for crown■ Interfacing: 27x10cm for crown (optional)■ White mini pom-pom trim (five poms for the crown)■ Black stranded cotton■ Polyester toy filling: 200g■ Extra long pins■ Basic sewing kit FABRICS USED ■ Shannon Luxe Cuddle Rose in Black and Snow White, cuddle plush in Orange■ Kona Solids in Banana Pepper NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 6mm■ Fabric measurements are WxH■ Finished height is roughly 28cm Lucy Ward shares her colourful toy creations on Instagram at @thewhistlingcowgirl and on her Etsy store. WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYSEWING © Printed in the UK for Simply Sewing. Design by Lucy Ward. Supplied by…