Sew frugal

Believe us when we say, we are so excited about the new season of the BBC One TV show Great British Sewing Bee! Join us for news, gossip and the chance to share your makes with like-minded people in o

Having sewing be part of my job was not something I ever thought would happen. I’m a writer, and that isn’t something you would connect with making clothes, but what I write about is cosplay, costume

Time-saving accessories, summery fabrics to add to your stash and the latest quilting books, here’s our round-up of the best new sewing goodies... Teaming up with her granddaughter, Eliza Weiss, for t

Over the years, I’ve gradually discovered various ways (often through trial and a lot of error!) to make the most effective use of my precious sewing time. It’s definitely been a journey, with some ro

South Korean designer EUDON CHOI on joining Patrick Grant and Esme Young in the Sewing Room

■ Denim jeans or shorts ■ Cotton fabric for the frills: 4 times the width of the shorts opening x 13cm ■ Optional: Embroidery machine: Brother Skitch ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit Step one. Mea