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Hand stitch embroidery pattern problems and how to solve them

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24 Jul
2019

Hand stitch embroidery pattern problems and how to solve them

From free-motion embellishments to hand-sewn pet portraits, our four experts are on board to solve your embroidery woes!

“I’m working on a free-hand embroidery piece, but my thread keeps fraying and breaking! How can I stop this from happening?”

Crafter and store owner, Poppy says:
“This is a common problem when you’re new to…

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28 Jun
2019

Maternity sewing patterns and how to make them

Whether Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton are on royal tours, official visits or presenting awards, they always manage to look ever-so glam when they’re carrying a little one. But as we know, off-the-peg maternity clothes aren’t always flattering, and sewing your own in the right size while expecting can be tricky to…

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20 Jun
2019

Dressmaker of the Year 2019 the winners revealed!

Over 2,400 Sew readers entered our annual Dressmaker of the Year competition, so it was no surprise that our judges had a difficult time crowning the winners! But after hours of deliberation and a few cups of tea later, the stellar panel reached a verdict for the five category winners: Children’s…