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Sew a Simple Bandana for Your Fave Pupper!

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22 Nov
2017

Sew a Simple Bandana for Your Fave Pupper!

It’s a universal truth that there is only one thing cuter than a dog – and that’s a dog who’s wearing a bandana! Don’t believe us? Just take a look at this picture of Maggie, our head photographer’s pet pup – and tell us she hasn’t melted your heart!

Not only does a neckerchief look adorable, it’s more…

Children, clothing, dressmaking, Inspiration, sewing, stitching, upcycling,

16 Nov
2017

5 ways to increase your chances of winning

Hurrah, you’ve decided to enter Dressmaker of the Year – our annual dressmaking competition aimed at stitchers from all walks of life! With six categories to enter, there is sure to be a theme that will catch your interest… or why not enter all six?

Now you’re here, you might be wondering how do…

Children, clothing, customising, dress, dressmaking, Garment Construction, garments, sewing, upcycling,

15 Nov
2017

Our Interview With Dressmaker of the Year Winner Portia Lawrie

Earlier this year, Sew and our sister title Make It Today Dressmaker, launched the very first Dressmaker of the Year competition. As the second event gets away, we chat to Portia Lawrie, winner of the Customising category and the coveted title of Dressmaker of the Year overall, about her winning…