Sew simple

NOTES ■ Seam allowances are ⅝in, unless otherwise noted. ■ Press seams to one side, unless otherwise instructed. ■ RST = right sides together. ■ WST = wrong sides together. CUTTING OUT 1 From the main

■ 1-2m of 140cm wide needlecord, corduroy, velvet or denim ■ 1 x 40cm invisible zipper ■ 2m bias binding ■ Tape measure, straight ruler and curved ruler ■ Fabric marking tools ■ Matching thread ■ Basi

Sew and make these simple decorations to bring a homemade touch to your Christmas decor

NOTES ■ Seam allowances are ¼in, unless otherwise noted. ■ Press seams open, unless otherwise instructed. ■ RST = right sides together. ■ WST = wrong sides together. ■ HST = half-square triangle. ■ HR

Create celebration and nature-inspired blocks with these two gorgeous ideas by Kate Eastwood

Bring some festive cheer to your sofa with a Christmas cushion