■ Patterned fabric 1: 40x25cm (16x10in) ■ Patterned fabric 2: 20x20cm (8x8in) ■ Coral fabric: 25x75cm (10x30in) ■ Pale pink fabric: 20x60cm (8x24in) ■ Orange fabric: 20x80cm (8x32in) ■ Stiff cardboard: 20x20cm (8x8in) ■ Lightweight wadding: 25x50cm (

■ Main fabric: two cotton fat quarters – outer and lining ■ Iron-on interfacing: one fat quarter ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit ■ Seam allowance is 1cm (3/8in) unless otherwise stated. ■ Download the templates from gathered.how/ss-templates ■

■ Blanket: measuring at least 130x170cm (52x67in) ■ Belt of your choice ■ Buttonhole foot for your sewing machine ■ Erasable fabric marker ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit ■ Seam allowance is 1cm (3/8in) unless otherwise stated. ■ A close weave

■ Main fabric: 2mx145cm (2¼ydx57in) ■ Elastic, 1.5in wide: approximately 1m ■ Paper to draw out your pattern (optional) ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit ■ Seam allowance is 1cm (3/8in) unless otherwise stated. ■ We used a stretch crepe fabric; if

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In this workshop our Senior Technical Editor Roisin looks at the standard/zigzag presser foot in detail and shows you how to make the most of the foot. Pressing this button in will allow you to sew over bulky sections, such as seams, with ease. This

■ Light- to medium-weight woven fabric: 2m (2¼yd) ■ Lightweight iron-on interfacing ■ Erasable fabric marker ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit ■ The specific measurements given will give a finished garment that will fit a UK 10-14. For larger and

■ Pink plush: 50x50cm (20x20in) ■ Purple plush: 32x26cm (12½x10½in) ■ White plush: 14x10cm (5½x4in) ■ Coloured wool: three or four small balls ■ Black stranded cotton thread ■ Wool felt scraps: white, light blue, and dark grey ■ Daisy flower trim: sh

The Twiggy Tote included with this issue is ideal for a trip to the shops or a stroll in the winter sun. It’s a great size and features a boxed base for maximum capacity. This brand-new design comes from Anna Alicia (@aalicialondon), a favourite here

■ Fabric: 1m (11/8yd) ■ Craft wire: 1m (11/8yd) ■ Wire cutters ■ Matching sewing thread ■ Basic sewing kit ■ All seam allowances are 1cm (3/8in) unless otherwise stated. ■ Download the template from gathered.how/ss-templates ■ 85x6cm (33½x2½in) Ste

1. This Easter-themed crochet garland by Laura Maxwell, designed for the wonderful Mollie Makes , is a quick and quirky Easter decoration. Go to gathered.how to see how to make bunny bunting! 2. Colourful bunny-ear scrunchies from Sophia Palmer (jess

Throughout history, the mantra of ‘think positive’ has spurred on many things. During the coronavirus pandemic in particular, the need for an optimistic outlook has become more important than ever. When times are tough, we are encouraged to adjust ou

■ Linen fabric: 20x20cm (8x8in) for the outer ■ Quilting cotton fabric: 20x25cm (8x10in) for the lining and hanger ■ Stranded cotton in coordinating shades to your fabric ■ Thin cotton wadding: 20x20cm (8x8in) ■ Insulated wadding: 20x20cm (8x8in) ■ M

■ Hot water bottles: three, 25.5x14cm (101/8x5½in) wide ■ White/cream woollen blankets or wool fabric: 180x172cm (70x68in) ■ Contrast woollen fabric: 70x90cm (28x36in) ■ Dylon machine dyes in a variety of colours ■ Sewing machine with a heavy needle

We can’t wait to wrap ourselves up in our cosy Carrie Cardigans! This loose-fit cardi goes with pretty much any outfit – we particularly love it worn with a jeans and a T-shirt, but we also think this would look lovely worn over the Wrap Dress patter