A home for all seasons

When a garden is in full bloom, we can only step back and appreciate its beauty, all the while noting what flowers are present in creating such a breathtaking collection of pretty petals. Artist Carol

This summer, sew a slip-on skirt that'll fit your body so well you won't want to take it off! This Maxi Skirt pattern by Tammy Johal of Tammy Handmade has an elasticated waist for comfort and two leg

Stitch this daisy cushion with a pretty appliqué design

“As often happens in the design of my quilts, the fabrics are the starting point for the direction I want to go. In this case, the colours of the fabrics are so rich that they reminded me of English g

Seasonal decorative touches to bring the outdoors in

■ 3 metres x 130cm double gauze fabric in orange and pink ■ 60cm diameter hula hoop ■ Scrap paper ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit CUTTING OUT Step one Use the scrap paper to draw ou a triangle 51