Stitch a set of matching stockings for loved ones with this pretty patchwork technique

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

Step one Trace the circle wreath pattern onto some paper and cut it out. Pin the template onto the jumper. Step two Use the sewing thread to baste around the edges of the template. . 01 Step three Rem

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

Note If you want the sack longer just work more rows. Cast on 130 sts using 5mm needles and Yarn B. Rows 1 to 10 Beg with a RS knit row work in st st. Break Yarn B and join Yarn A Rows 11 to 20 Beg wi

■ Any lace-weight cotton yarn in white ■ A 1mm (US 12/6) hook ■ 4 beadable earring hoops, 40mm ■ 4 fishhook-style earring hoops ■ 4 jump rings, 3mm ■ Needle-nose pliers ■ Spray laundry starch or white