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“Not every project needs to be a huge or taxing one. Sometimes, a gentler project that gives you an excuse to slow down and sew while watching a favourite movie or binge-watching a much-anticipated ne

“I’m sure most of us have experienced following the instructions for a quilt or other project only to find that we have lots of fabric left over at the end − fabric that goes in our stash, never to be

Pintuck detailing adds a modern twist to this functional, farmhouse-inspired design The comfortable criss-cross back straps eliminate neck strain and are adjustable for a comfy fit This apron’s clever

“‘Harvest Home’ was inspired by the arable fields that surround our garden and a vintage rug I saw on Pinterest. Its chevron motif, representing heads of wheat, was my starting point and, for a long t

“For the coming autumn season, I’ve chosen strawberries and a pear. The pear is made in a similar way to the apple described in Issue 125 and includes a stalk and leaf. Making a strawberry is great fu

■ Stylecraft Special Aran (100% acrylic, 100g/196m) 8 balls of Yarn A Cream (1005) 2 balls of each: Yarn B Mustard (1823) Yarn D Watermelon (1839) Yarn E Sage (1725) 1 ball of each: Yarn C Bluebell (1