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FEATURES

Magical World of Costume
Kate Hopper talks to Ollivier Henry, a teacher of historical costume and embroidery. His exquisite costumes are truly breathtaking and each is a work of art in its own right

Threads Up Competition
Take five minutes to unscramble our anagrams for a chance of winning a bundle of Madeira goodies. We’ve 10 prizes to dish out

Junky Styling Revisited
With more and more attention being given to recycling, Wendy Gardiner revisits Junky Styling, a design duo who have been in the recycle, restyle business for over 10 years. They share their success story and tips on deconstructing and reconstructing a jacket

Sew Sharing
We’ve a new Brother promotion starting this month. We want to hear about your sewing groups, how and when you formed, when you meet and what you do together. Each month we will award a new Brother to an interesting sounding group

Reportage – What the Dickens
Earlier this year Noni McDowelI won a Brother sewing machine for Music Makers from the Fun with Fundraising column. It’s been well used making costumes for the Summer Dickens Festival

From Across the Pond
June McCrary Jacobs brings us news of sewing in the States in the first of a new quarterly column



TIPS AND TECHNIQUES

Transparent Techniques
Layering sheer fabrics combined with decorative stitching produces some interesting results. Betty Barnden shares the technique

Sewing Surgery
Working with stretch knits can pose a few problems. Julie Bonnar and Janet Moville provide some useful tips on perfecting results

Creating Fashion, part 8 – sleeveless dresses
This month Betty Foster has some easy fix tips to prevent gaping armholes on sleeveless dresses providing a perfect fit, whatever bust size you are!

Style File – the Classics
Sue Locke takes a look at the new trends coming in and provides tips on creating classics that will span the seasons

Machine Embroidery Masterclass – Totally Independent
Ruth Cox puts two independent embroidery software programmes through their paces

Draping Skirts
Lynne Williams concludes the Draping series with a look at skirt blocks



SPECIAL READER OFFERS & COMPETITIONS

Sewing Essentials - great value giveaways

Sew Sharing – Brother sewing machine

Book Shelf – copies to win

Showtime – ticket offers

Sub Club – exclusive offers for subscribers



THIS MONTH'S MAKES

College Greens
Jackie Ebdon has created a beautiful new bag to tote your college books around or glam up the shopping!

Sheer Leafy Scarf
Using the new method of layering sheers, Betty Barden makes a luxury scarf with leafy edging

Beguile with the Bias
Jennie Rayment creates a pleasing design with strips of bias fabric to make a covetously creative cushion

Summer’s Final Wrap
Turn a favourite A-line skirt pattern into a new wrap design following Lorna Knight’s handy guide

Zippy Hobo Bag
Lisa Lam uses a sturdy, practical oilcloth to make this month’s trendy handbag

Reverse Machine Embroidery
With a new academic term about to start, Charlotte Liddle shows how to cover a text book with more than fabric. Using reverse machine embroidery she adds an artistic finish that’s easy when you know how!

Go Green with Vintage
Kate Hopper makes a simple evening bag with top stitching and diamantes for added sparkle

Elfin Boots
Enjoy some creative time with your youngsters and make a pair of boots for a doll or faerie designed by Freya Perry

Make and Take School Set
Prepare for ‘back to school’ with a new set of accessories including pencil pouch, book cover, lunch bag and carry-all bag. June McCrary Jacobs provides the step-by-step instructions

Cool Ties
Designed by Mary Anne Chambers, these nifty neck ties have been designed as an easy and affordable way to help our troops stay cool in Iraq and Afghanistan. They are also ideal for gardeners toiling away in the sun

Comfy Quillow
Isabel Manson shares a favourite project of a pillow that pulls out into a quilt. Use the pillow pocket as a foot warmer and you’ll be comfy and cosy!



REGULARS

Editor’s Letter
A run through of what's in store this issue

Sew Essentials
Wendy Gardiner provides news on what’s hot and what’s new plus some glorious giveaways

New Season, New Styles
In pick of the patterns this month, Ruth Cox chooses the best new styles for the new season

Book Shelf
A selection of new books reviewed by Ruth Cox that are great for us sewers. Plus some great giveaways

Showtime
Julie Bonnar previews the forthcoming shows around the country

Learning Curve
Julie Bonnar continues to review workshops and courses throughout the country

Giveaway Coupon
Tick up to five boxes on the coupon for a chance of winning a fabulous prize

Sub Club
We’ve some great giveaways exclusive to our subscribers

Sites to Surf
Four more great sites are reviewed by Ruth Cox




LET'S HEAR FROM YOU

Points from You
Your views, your news and a chance to win a fabulous prize



FOR REFERENCE

Diary Dates
What's on and where in the up-coming months

Who's Who
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