Dare to bare

■ Pattern sheets x2 (Tracing required) ■ Instruction sheet Lining fabric (all sizes): ■ Long length: 3.5mx115cm 2.5mx140cm ■ Short length: 3mx112cm 2.3mx140cm Net overlay fabric (all sizes, 140cm only

■ 1-2m of 140cm wide needlecord, corduroy, velvet or denim ■ 1 x 40cm invisible zipper ■ 2m bias binding ■ Tape measure, straight ruler and curved ruler ■ Fabric marking tools ■ Matching thread ■ Basi

ALWAYS MEASURE YOURSELF BEFORE you choose a pattern size to cut out. The sizes do vary greatly from pattern to pattern, so it’s always best to measure yourself accurately and then refer to the pattern

■ Pattern sheet x 1 (Tracing required) ■ Instruction sheet ■ Fabric: 115cm width fabric x 1.8m or 140cm width fabric x 1.5m for all sizes ■ Matching thread ■ Use a 1.5cm seam allowance, unless otherwi

TARTAN TREASURES Part of the company’s ‘Wild Scotland’ collection, Vivid Stash* has launched four new designs in their newly certified stash tartan, each one revering the symbols of Scotland. The rele

Life and soul of the dance floor or already planning your French exit? Find the perfect outfit to match your party personality this season, whether that means playing it safe or going where the mood takes you…