Sew pretty bag

Get to learn the ins and outs of your Janome sewing machine with this ultimate guide. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert in sewing, you’re sure to learn something new with this booklet, to make th

YOU WILL NEED ■ Cotton fabric (main and lining) ■ Lightweight wadding or batting ■ 10mm velvet ribbon (10–20cm length, depending on desired hanging loop) ■ Coordinating thread ■ Basic sewing kit NOTES

You can draw straight onto your fabric or use some paper and make the pattern. Step one Stretch your arms out to your side at shoulder height and measure from wrist to wrist (you may need help with th

Step one On your lining fabric, draw a rectangle 85x35cm. Cut away two boxes 10x10cm from the lower corners. These measurements already include 1cm seam allowances, so you can now use this piece as a

Stay warm this winter with this patchwork cover-up to sew

“I am always heavily influenced by traditional quilts and blocks; while flicking through some quilting books from the 80s, I spotted the Goose Track block and was immediately inspired. I like the stri