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ISSUE 4 APRIL 2015
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INSIDE Machine and stitch guides
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Die cutting how-to
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PERFECT PROJECTS TO PATCH, STITCH AND APPLIQUÉ
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Meet Helen Philipps
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ON PATROL 15 PATCH UP YOUR TOOL KIT Invest in the fantastic patchwork essentials
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25 FABRIC LOVE Be inspired by our treasure trove of gorgeous fabric finds
47 THE BOOKS Expand your patchwork knowhow with these top reads
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62 YOUR ESSENTIAL TEMPLATES Get started on your favourite projects tonight
RELAX AND READ 6 MAKE IT, BUY IT, LOVE IT Our favourite trends right now in the world of making
8 NOTICEBOARD We hear from you lovely readers
10 SENSATIONAL SEWING MACHINES Sit back and be inspired by the latest technology from Janome
30 THE PATCH PERFECTOR
conte n ts : patchwork ISSUE 4
YOUR KIT MAKES 12 BUTTON CUSHION Transform your kit into a cool homeware to treasure
16 BABY BLANKET Make a special heirloom gift that’s just perfect for a new arrival
20 BABY BOOTIES & BIB Celebrate a new baby by making these thoughtful garments
28 HEXAGON PURSE Try English Paper Piecing and stitch this elegant accessory
32 PATCHWORK HEARTS Simple to make, pretty on the eye and functional too
This simple update will be a colourful and funky addition to your home
Get to grips with the ultimate patchwork companion – a die cutting machine
52 SCOTTIE DOG CUSHION
42 OUR PATCHWORK HEROES
50 LOVELY LAMPSHADE
Add a playful puppy touch to your sofa — in cushion form!
34 TOP TRIVET This useful make will help protect your kitchen surfaces
54 BUCKET BAG Carry a craft stash to be proud of with this fab little tote
36 HOUSE DOORSTOP Prop open your doors in style
58 JAR COVERS
38 BIRD CHARMS
Great projects for pepping up your picnics
Our chirpy flock will make you smile
40 PATCH THE TEDDY You won’t be able to resist making Patch. Everyone will want a hug! Our cute patchwork make is sure to become a crafty essential
49 GLASSES CASE Master Half Square Triangles today
PROFESSIONALS Tried-and-tested tips from the Make It Today designers
66 INTERVIEW: DIANE GILLELAND The designer and blogger discusses the meditative appeal of English Paper Piecing
IN EVERY ISSUE
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5 INSIDE YOUR KIT 35 GIVEAWAYS 44 SUBSCRIPTIONS 56 COMING NEXT ISSUE 64 PRACTICALS
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60 MEET OUR PATCHWORK
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46 FAB PINCUSHION
Three ladies who’ve started a business discuss their passion for patchwork
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YOU R D E S I GN E R PATC HWO R K K IT !
45CM SQUARE OF EACH PRINT SUNSHINE BLOOM
FANTASY FLORAL
Perfect for hiding seams!
MARINE DOTS
Get started now and turn to page 64 for all of the essential know-how you need
DON'T MISS NEXT ISSUE! Eight special summer yarns for you with our Crochet Masterclass ON SALE 8 MAY 2015 Find out more on page 56
DOUBLEENDED HOOK!
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PROJECT BY CORINNE BRADD | SUITABLE FOR BEGINNERS | SHOULD TAKE A DAY OR TWO DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE
IT’S SEW SATISFYING TO MAKE A
BUTTON CUSHION in a sunny retro style
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PROJECT BY CORINNE BRADD | SUITABLE FOR INTERMEDIATE | SHOULD TAKE A FEW HOURS FOR BOTH
GET BROODY STITCHING A
BABY BOOTIES and Bib for a new arrival
SAVVY PROJECTS FOR GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR KIT!
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THIS M O NTH...
make it,buy it,love it The latest stitchy trends, news and more from the world of sewing
ELBOW ROOM The Atelier 5 sewing machine is the latest
EDITOR’S PICK
computerised model released by Janome. This machine boasts a special long arm feature to make your stitching experience even more roomy and joyful. If you love practising a variety of crafts then this one’s definitely for you – with accessory kits available for quilting, home furnishings and fashion sewing, it’s a piece of kit after our own heart! £999, janome.co.uk
CHEAT’S CHOICE BUTTON UP If you’re a perfectionist and love to coordinate or clash, Hemline’s cover buttons should be right up your street. Although you can cover buttons yourself using the technique on page 12 in our Button Cushion project, it’s always worth having in case of emergency. From £1.30, groves@stockistenquiries.co.uk
SOFT AND SAFE
With so much choice at our fingertips, it can be difficult knowing which wadding we should use to cushion our projects. Deco-Wadding is one option – it’s made from a non-toxic synthetic fibre that is also soft enough for toy projects. Best of all, it won’t go lumpy after doing the rounds in the wash, making it perfect for kiddiewinks. crafts@stockistenquiries.co.uk
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QUILTER’S DELIGHT
CRAFT ROOM WISHLIST!
Aptly named the Quilter’s Delight MK2, this large crafting area from Horn Furniture is just the thing we must add to our craft zone. It features a handy support to the right of your machine plus lots of other features that you won’t know how you ever lived without. £699, 01793 834304, hornfurniture.co.uk
QUICK PATCHWORK FIX
HEY SLEEPY HEAD
Give your home a playful touch with the whimsical cushion kits from Sew Girl. The sleepy heads pictured here are just one of the fabulous designs you can choose from, with other kits to choose from such as a pretty pony, trad doll and owl in a dress. Little ladies and big girls alike will enjoy whipping up the fun designs! Sleepy Head Cushion Kit, £12, 01903 823859, sewgirl.co.uk HOBBYCRAFT PATCHWORK FRIENDS SMALL CANVAS BEAR, £5, HOBBYCRAFT.CO.UK
DECORATE FROM PLAIN
PATCHWORK SPOT SMALL HANDBAG, £19, CATHKIDSTON.COM
GIANT HEXAGON NECKLACE, £48, HANDOVERYOUR FAIRYCAKES.GOODSIE.COM
HAPPY QUILTS
Suzy Sparrowe is the lady behind Quilted Happiness, a service that offers to turn your patchwork dreams into material designs. She is an experienced quilter who is keen to discuss your ideas in order for her to make something special that you’ll love. Suzy is based in Bournemouth and also offers classes and courses. 01202 431423, quiltedhappiness.co.uk
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PATCHWORK HEXAGON KEYRING, £10.02, ETSY.COM/SHOP/SEWDANISH
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PROJECT BY CORINNE BRADD | SUITABLE FOR BEGINNERS | SHOULD TAKE A DAY IN THE CRAFT ROOM
START STITCHING A PRETTY
HEXAGON PURSE and you’ll crack English Paper Piecing English Paper Piecing is a method of patchwork that first off, sounds much scarier than it is! The technique simply involves wrapping pieces of fabric around smaller paper templates, which are sewn together to create a larger piece of patchwork. The paper shapes are much easier to cut than fabric is and help to create crisp, accurate points – these templates are then removed once you’ve stitched the hexagons together. Because the technique generally uses hand-sewing, you’ll want to bring the addictive craft with you everywhere you go!
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PROJECT BY LUCINDA GANDERTON | SUITABLE FOR BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE | SHOULD TAKE A DELIGHTFULLY CRAFTY WEEKEND
SURPRISE NEW PARENTS WITH A
BABY BLANKET
that will be forever loved and treasured
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