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SEW TODAY is a not to be missed sewing magazine that is published 8 times a year. It showcases all the designs from Butterick, Kwik Sew, New Look, McCall’s, Simplicity and Vogue® Patterns. You'll be the first to see the latest pattern relea...

This entry was posted in Sew Today on June 20, 2019 by Simplicity New Look.
Sewing tips from Wendy Gardiner - Avoiding a Sewing Mishap

Brand Ambassador Wendy Gardiner is back on the blog today to share her top 10 sewing tips with you! You can be a complete novice, an actual stitching pro or anything in between and you're probably still making mistakes. Luckily there are things you can...

This entry was posted in Learn to sew on June 13, 2019 by Simplicity New Look.
Pattern Favourites: Shorts and Trousers

With the holidays coming up we're thinking of summery me-made outfits! Something that is always good to have is a nice pair of trousers and a good pair of shorts. Sewing these are not as hard as you might think, just keep an eye out for beginner frie...

This entry was posted in Pattern Favourites on June 7, 2019 by Simplicity New Look.
Maker's Showcase: April/ May

We're back with another maker's showcase! Get inspired by the makers and creators from our sewing community and see what they've been sewing in April and May. Spoiler alert: they've made some fabulous garments that are a must have in any summer wardr...

This entry was posted in Sewing Community, Maker's Showcase on May 29, 2019 by Simplicity New Look.
Sewing Tips from Wendy Gardiner - Sewing Darts

Wendy Gardiner is an Ambassador for Simplicity and McCalls and today she is sharing a few of her sewing top tips with us! Sewing darts can be tricky, especially if you're doing it for the first time. Continue reading for more information about darts,...

This entry was posted in How to on May 22, 2019 by Simplicity New Look.
Pattern Favourites: Blouses

The temperature is rising and the days are getting longer, summer is definitely on its way! We love to plan our summer wardrobes and next to dreaming up pretty dresses we want to make some separates too. A blouse is the perfect garment to make in a lig...

This entry was posted in Fashion on May 16, 2019 by Simplicity New Look.
May Sewing Challenges!

It's the beginning of May and we're really enjoying seeing so many of you joining in with some of the fun sewing challenges this month. One of our favourites is Me-Made-May organised by blogger Zoe Edwards. It's is a challenge designed to encourage ...

This entry was posted in Sewing Community on May 8, 2019 by Simplicity New Look.
Spring Sewspiration!

It's the beginning of May and we are in full Spring/Summer preparation mode! Whether you're going on holiday or staying at home, we've gathered some must-sew patterns to add to your collection. So start planning and sew a wardrobe that will get you thr...

This entry was posted in Sewing patterns on May 1, 2019 by Simplicity New Look.
Interview with Sewing Bee's Rumana and Jamie

It's been a few weeks since the marvellous final episode of series 5 of the Great British Sewing Bee aired. We still miss watching it and wish it was on the telly every single week of the year! We would like to share the interview we had prior to thi...

This entry was posted in Great British Sewing Bee on April 26, 2019 by Simplicity New Look.
A Trio of Sewing Tips to save time and hassle!

By Wendy Gardiner, Brand Ambassador, The McCall Pattern Company If you have enjoyed watching the Great British Sewing Bee you will have seen the contestants come a cropper a few times due to time – and who wouldn’t when working against the cloc...

This entry was posted in Learn to sew, How to on April 26, 2019 by Simplicity New Look.

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