Emily Freer
Production Editor
Simply Sewing Production Editor Emily loves trying new crafts. Her love of sewing started with making dresses for her nieces, but she quickly learnt that making things for adults who aren’t rapidly outgrowing everything is much easier.
Recent articles by Emily Freer
How to make curtains
Whether you want to update an existing scheme or revamp your space, curtains are the finishing touch that can instantly lift a room. Learn how to make your own pair of lined curtains with this step-by-step guide from Gathered.
How to insert an invisible zipper
Give your garments a neat and professional finish with an invisible zip! Master this essential dressmaking technique with our step-by-step guide to inserting an invisible zipper.
20 best sewing projects for kids
Encourage children's creativity with our guide to easy sewing projects for kids and help them discover a new hobby!
How to make a tie
Lean how to make a tie for a special occasion (or the office) with Jenni Smith’s classic style in a Liberty floral print.
How to make a jewellery roll
This cunning little jewellery roll is perfect for keeping your favourite necklaces, earrings and bracelets safe and sound – ideal for weekends away.
How to make a rag rug – everything you need to know
Learn how to make a rag rug with hessian with this tutorial from Elspeth Jackson from Ragged Life! This is a great technique for stash busting as well as a quick and easy way to brighten up a room.
Meet 2020's Sewing Bee Winner!
Meet last year's winner of The Great British Sewing Bee! We interview them about their best bits on the show, tips and what it's like to be on the Bee.
How to make a cushion cover
Learn how to make four different types of cushion covers with our step-by-step guides from sewist Zoë Patching.
How to make a backpack
Learn how to make a backpack and read our top tips for sewing with oilcloth.
How to fix a broken zip
A broken zip needn’t mean the end for a favourite dress when you follow our zip-fix tutorial. It’s easy when you know how!
How to make fairy wands for kids
Every fairy princess needs a magic wand and these pretty stars make the perfect gift for any aspiring spell-caster.
How to make a baby's sleeping bag
Pyjamas on, plushies out – it's time to cosy up in Angela Umpleby's quilted sleeping bag, made for little dreamers aged eight and under.
How to make a doorstop
If you like Piña Coladas...you’ll love Rebecca Reid’s pineapple doorstop for a summery home update.
How to make a fabric banner
This banner from Rebecca Reid is a simple and effective way to brighten up and quickly decorate a room.
How to sew pintucks
Learn how to sew pintucks and put your new skills to the test with our T-shirt workshop!
10 top tips for sewing with waterproof fabrics
Get stuck in with our top tips for working with waterproof fabrics and make sure your rainy day wear is both watertight and looks super-neat.
How to sew buttonholes
Buttonholes can make or break the look of handmade clothing, but gone are the days of messy thread nests, as many machines offer special stitches that make sewing buttonholes stress-free.