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■ 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

Designed by: Cheryl McKinnon Stitch count: 74 high x 37 wide (each side) Design size: 14x7cm (5½x2¾in) Stitch time: 10 hours (each side) This design was stitched on 14 count aida fabric. • DMC Sparkly

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

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Some waterproof fabrics are specifically designed for garment use, whereas others are better suited for outdoor cushions, tablecloths, or even tent-making. Look for fabrics specifically labelled as wa

Fiona Kirk’s wall hanging, worked in the overlay mosaic technique, channels the ornate richness of William Morris’ designs ■ West Yorkshire Spinners Morris DK (100% wool, 50g/112m), 3 balls of Bluebel