How to measure yourself accurately

■ Pattern sheet x1 (Tracing Required) ■ Instruction sheet Fabric ■ Sizes 6–20: 2.2mx140cm ■ Sizes 22–30: 3.1mx140cm ■ Lightweight interfacing: 45x90cm ■ 6mm Elastic: 60cm ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sew

■ 70cm woven fabric (size 10-12 – more required for larger sizes) ■ 2m narrow bias binding (size 10-12 – more required for larger sizes) ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit ■ Seam allowance is 1.5cm,

■ Pattern sheets x2 (Tracing required) ■ Instruction sheet ■ Main Fabric: 3mx140cm (all sizes) ■ Lightweight iron-on interfacing: 40cm ■ Small buttons: 12 for Version A and 10 for Version B ■ Matching

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Last month we looked at how to calculate fabric requirements for quilt backing and binding. In this issue we will look at calculating fabrics for patchwork blocks. Calculating fabrics for patchwork bl

■ 1-2 metres of 140cm wide fabric or 0.75m each of 3 contrast fabrics ■ 1.5-2cm wide waistband elastic, the length of the waist minus 2cm ■ Tape measure, straight ruler and curved ruler ■ Matching thr