Author: Sarah Orme

Izzy Butcher explores how sewing in view of the natural world can boost mental wellbeing and have life-changing benefits

Create eye-catching and sustainable outfits that will take your wardrobe from summer to winter with Gudrun Sjödén

From kids dressing up to cosplay competitions, making your own costumes often involves working with a variety of different materials. Here’s how to get the best out of tricky fabrics to make the outfit of your dreams!

Your clothing is under attack from a surprising source – here’s how to prevent permanent damage from the sun

Enter our competition to win 4 meters of Minerva Cotton Jersey fabrics!

From stiffening pockets and facing waistcoats to keeping your stitches steady, interfacing and stabilisers offer a new dimension to your sewing.

From cutting out sewing patterns to snipping threads, sewing scissors are one of the hardest-working tools in your kit.

Want to know more about the parts of a sewing machine and how they work? Learn more about your machine with our in-depth guide

Looking for quick gifts to sew for friends and family? We’ve chosen some of our favourite easy sewing projects to help you make amazing homemade presents for your loved ones

Whether you’re looking for a summer sun hat or a stylish baker boy cap to wear in the winter, you’re bound to find something you’ll love in our pick of the best hat sewing patterns