Feeling inspired by the return of The Great British Sewing Bee? We’ve got you covered
with 21 fabulous dressmaking patterns you can start sewing tonight!

We have a stunning selection of dresses for you, from the chic Poppy dress on page 8 to the summer-tastic gingham Picnic dress on page 43, to the Skater Dress that combines style and comfort on page 26. There are also stylish casual trousers (page 58), a must-make fl oral top (page 48) if separates are more your thing, and even a tropical lounging robe (page 60).

We have also packed in lots of invaluable sewing know-how, handy techniques and tips – whether you’re a beginner or a more seasoned sewist looking to build your sewing confidence. Turn to page 6 to learn all about the basic tools to get you started and fi nd handy advice on making the most out of your sewing machine on page 14.

As well as learning how to use your machine, we also talk you through how to read patterns on page 24, how to sew with slippery fabrics on page 17, and how to get the perfect fit on your garments every time on page 34.

We really hope you enjoy this special collection of stylish patterns and find lots of projects and techniques to keep your sewing machine busy as we move into spring and summer!

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