Tulip skirt

■ 2.5m of 140cm wide fabric ■ 2cm wide elastic the length of the waist minus 5cm ■ 20cm invisible zip ■ 1m lightweight fusible interfacing ■ Fabric marking tools ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit ■

M8252 DRESS This fun pattern from McCall’s is perfect for those who want to level up their sewing skills without feeling overwhelmed. It’s a two-piece style that’s cleverly joined at the waist with a

We present to you the dress that you will want to wear everyday this summer – The Dillon Dress, designed by Christine Haynes, is a modern apron wrap dress that's absolutely perfect for layering over a

■ Background fabric – Moda Chambray linen in grey – 2yds ■ Blue stripe ticking fabric (borders A and B and binding) – 1yd ■ Beige/blue print for borders D and E – 2¼yds ■ Light mixed prints – Nine (9)

Note To ensure that the pattern remains consistent, be sure to always hold Yarn B above Yarn A, and Yarn A under Yarn B. This will ensure that the colour dominance remains the same throughout the tie.

■ Crushed velvet: 50cm each in light pink, gold, light blue and medium blue, 1m in dark pink ■ Rotary cutter ■ Cutting mat ■ 45x45cm cushion pad ■ Polyester stuffing ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing k