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Fashion 13 Denim pinafore dress Effortless style with a no-pattern project

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16 Origami bag Create a chic bag with a few simple folds

47 Fringed throw Sew a beautiful, versatile throw

18 Scalloped collar bib Cheat your way to smart-casual style

50 Fabric storage baskets Tame the clutter with easy-sew baskets

21 Upcycled jumper skirt Turn a sweater into a brand new skirt

53 Floral banner Celebrate spring all year round

23 Pyjama set Relax in a gorgeous nightwear set

57 Geo tea cosy Brighten up your kitchen!

26 Retro ruffle socks Go gingham with ’50s-inspired socks

60 Tropical seat cushions Give your outside space a tropical touch

28 Lace fascinator Feel romantic in vintage style

63 Velvet pouffe Treat your living room to a luxe update

32 Cork fabric bag A tasselled satchel to make you smile!

65 Fringed cushion Embrace the boho fringing trend

35 Summer shirt Update your wardrobe with this easy tee

67 Magazine rack Give your space an industrial vibe

37 Pineapple espadrilles Meet your new summery footwear faves!

70 Fringed lampshade Let the light in with a luxury lampshade

40 Linen apron Potter about in this pared-down cover-up

72 AppliquĂŠ pillowcases Pep up your bed with easy customisation

44 Exposed zip T-shirt Give a simple tee some pizzazz

75 Silk scarf cushion Turn a vintage scarf into a feature!

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Accessories Kids 79 Overnight bag Your essential travel companion

113 Cute felt bears Kids will adore this perfect couple

83 Felt cacti Craft your own mini garden

117 Hanging storage Keep little bedrooms clutter-free

86 Sewing set Stash your sewing kit in style

120 Kids’ appliqué pinafore Play with colourful fabrics

90 Liberty necklace An instant outfit update for fabric lovers

124 Fishing game Keep little ones amused for hours

93 Camera bag Inspire a sense of wanderlust

127 Swan wall art Create a fairytale bedroom

96 Affirmation banner Bring some positivity to your space

130 Kids’ art roll Sew an adventure-ready caddy

99 Yoga bag Save on fancy gym accessories!

134 Kids’ sloth PJs Sweet pyjamas for lounging around

102 Beaded cuff Add next-level style to any outfit

138 Bear hand puppet Awaken their imaginations

105 Sewing machine cover Show your machine some love

140 Umbrella purse Help them keep pocket money safe

108 Men’s wash bag Smart guys deserve smart gifts

143 Felt fox This woodland pal is a lovely gift

110 Gym bag A great incentive to visit the gym more!

147 Pretzel cushion Add some fun to the playroom

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Templates 149 Templates Find all the templates you need here

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Shake your tassels

PHOTOGRAPHY: PHILIP SOWELS; STYLING: KIT CHEUNG AND BECKI CLARK; MODEL: ALEXANDRA FIA

Step up your accessories game with Christine Leech’s playful cork satchel

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HOW TO MAKE A CORK BAG MATERIALS Q Cork fabric, 1m (393/8") (available online from www.frameyourbag. etsy.com) Q Tailor’s chalk Q Glue gun Q Contrasting sewing thread Q Two D rings Q Two bag clasps Q Eyelets, 1cm (3/8") diameter Q Eyelet pliers Q Pinking shears Q Coral faux leather, 3 x 130cm (1 x 51") Q Faux leather in a selection of colours Q Craft knife Q Cutting mat Q Metal ruler Q Stick-on Velcro disc

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Just looking at this bag is enough to put you in a good mood and, naturally, it feels just as good to wear. Ticking off three cool trends – cork fabric, fringed tassels and the cross body bag – this brilliant bag is guaranteed to liven up your outfit. What’s more, the detachable strap converts it from colourful daytime carry-all to girls-night-out clutch.

Cork fabric is easy to work with, so beginners will find this project simple. It’s sturdier than cotton, doesn’t fray and is hardwearing enough to survive even the liveliest of summer festivals.

01 Using the templates on page 149, cut a gusset piece, bag front and a bag back from the cork fabric. Mark the bag flap

line and tab placements onto the right side (RS) of the bag back using tailor’s chalk and the template as a guide. Cut two 3 x 6cm (1 x 23/8") rectangles from the remaining cork fabric.

02 Fold the bag back piece along the marked bag flap line with wrong sides (WS) together.

Slide one of the D rings onto a fabric rectangle, positioning the straight edge on the wrong side (WS) of the fabric. Fold the fabric in half along the length with WS facing and pin the tab in place on the bag back.

03 Repeat Step 2 with the second rectangle, then sew them both in place with a small rectangle at the base of the tab, as shown.

04 With WS facing and aligning the long raw edges, pin the

gusset to the bag back, starting at the flap line, then working around the base and up the other side. Sew using a 0.5cm ( ") seam allowance.

05 Repeat Step 4, this time pinning and sewing the other long edge of the gusset to the front of the bag.

06 To make the strap, cut a 3 x 126cm (1 x 51") length of cork fabric. Pin to the coral faux leather with WS facing, leaving 2cm ( ") of faux leather overlapping at either end. Sew along both long edges using a 0.5cm ( ") seam allowance.

07 Use the pinking shears to trim away the excess seam allowance on either side, being careful not to cut into the seam.

Round off both ends of the faux leather.

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Potter about in pared-back style with Bridey Davies’ linen cover-up

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Exposed zip top Grab a simple tee and give it some pizzazz with Allison Sadler’s easy upcycling tutorial

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NEAT IDEA

PHOTOGRAPHY: PHILIP SOWELS; STYLING: HELENA STEELE AND MATILDA SMITH

Tame the clutter with Anna Alicia’s easy-sew fabric baskets

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HOW TO MAKE A STORAGE BASKET MATERIALS Q 1.5m (591/8") white printed cotton (Fabric A) (we used Dashwood Studios New Horizons in Mosaic) Q 1.5m (591/8") pale pink printed cotton (Fabric B) (we used Dashwood Studios New Horizons in Map Points from www.plushaddict.co.uk) Q 1.5m (591/8") stiff iron-on interfacing Q Matching sewing threads Q Tailor’s chalk

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If you love craft, you’ll know all about trying to find storage for your ever-expanding stash. So what better way to combine the two than with these gorgeous baskets designed with contrasting prints and rolled cuffs. The little-and-large duo look great anywhere and are reversible, while a bit of clever folding gives them a square-based structure, keeping them neat and roomy.

Pack yours with whatever you like from toiletries or scarves.

FYI: the smaller basket is just the right size for stashing whatever craft project you’ve left languishing beside the sofa…

Large basket 01 Press both fabrics before starting. Mark out a 95 x 59cm (373/8 x 23 ") rectangle on both Fabrics A and B, then cut them out with a 1cm (3/8") seam allowance.

If the fabric print patterns are directional, bear in mind the shorter measurement will be the height of the baskets.

02 Using the fabric as a template, cut a piece of iron-on interfacing.

Position the interfacing rectangle with the shiny side facing, then place the Fabric B rectangle on top of the interfacing, right side (RS) up and aligning the edges. Press to seal the two layers together.

03 Next, fold the fabric and interfacing piece in half along the length, with the fabric sides together and aligning the short edges. Position the folded edge to the left, then pin the opposite edge and the bottom edge, leaving the top edge open. Repeat this step with the Fabric A rectangle, RS together. Sew the pinned edges using a 1cm (3/8") seam allowance.

04 To create the base of the bucket, flatten out one of the corners of the Fabric A piece, aligning the seams to create a point. The side seam should be running in a straight line away from you.

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PHOTOGRAPHY: PHILIP SOWELS; STYLING: HELENA STEELE AND MATILDA SMITH; MODEL: ALEXANDRA FIA

Colour me happy Natalie Bosworth’s simple-sew necklace is an instant outfit update for fabric lovers

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HOW TO MAKE A FABRIC NECKLACE MATERIALS Q 25cm (97/8") printed cotton fabric (we used Liberty Tana Lawn Clare and Emily in Yellow) Q 1m (393/8") piping cord, 1cm (3/8") wide Q 30cm (117/8") silverplated jewellery chain Q One silver-plated lobster clasp Q Four silver-plated jump rings Q Two silver-plated kumihimo end caps, 1.5cm (5/8") diameter Q Fabric glue

Q Matching sewing thread Q Rotary cutter Q Needle-nose pliers

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A smile-shaped necklace in sunshine yellow definitely has the power to turn a frown or two upside down. You’ll only need a little bit of fabric for this project, so scrap happiness is guaranteed. Dig out those prized prints from your stash and let them shine, keeping it fresh with just one fabric, or playing mix and match to highlight the twists.

01 Press the fabric and place it wrong side (WS) facing.

Find the bias by folding the fabric diagonally from the top corner with the left hand edge

meeting the top edge. Mark where the fold is at the bottom, then open it out and join that point to the top left corner.

02 Measure and mark three 25 x 5cm (97/8 x 2") strips on the bias. Cut them out with the rotary cutter.

03 Press the three fabric strips, stretching each one as you go to create a smooth finish.

04 Pin a strip around the cord with right sides (RS) together, aligning the long edges and leaving 25cm (97/8") of the cord end uncovered.

05 Using an adjustable zipper foot, make sure the needle

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L e t ’ s ro ll Sew an adventure-ready caddy for kids, designed by Emily Close

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