We take a look at some of the season’s must-haves to keep you looking your best

■ Pattern sheet x 1 (Tracing required) ■ Instruction sheet ■ 1.5m 145cm wide fabric ■ 0.5m medium weight iron on interfacing ■ 15cm metal zip ■ Jeans button ■ Topstitching thread ■ Matching thread ■ B

This not-too-tricky knit is a great winter warmer

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