Sewing & Quilting
13 of the best sewing kits for kids
Teach mini makers how to sew and introduce them to their new favourite hobby with these fun-packed kids sewing kits!
8 of the best free motion quilting machines 2024
Looking to start free motion quilting? You need a machine! Here’s eight of the best sewing machines for free motion quilting.
Meet Luke, the winner of The Great British Sewing Bee 2024!
The Sewing Bee 2024 winner has been announced! Read our interview with this year's incredibly talented winner, Luke.
The Great British Sewing Bee 2024: The Final
The Great British Sewing Bee is back with a new series for 2024! Discover all the latest news about the Great British Sewing Bee.
Get the New Sewing Bee book when you subscribe to Simply Sewing magazine!
Receive the Brand new Sewing Bee book: Back it Basics when you start your Simply Sewing magazine subscription! Offer strictly limited - join our friendly sewing community today and start your sewing journey.
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Nurture your child's creativity with the best kids sewing machine in 2024
A child’s first sewing machine will be something they remember forever and will cherish memories of learning to sew with you. Find out what to look for when you shop for childrens sewing machines and discover a few of our favourite models to get kids started
Mini sewing machine: Are they worth it?
Small in size but mighty in potential! We've rounded up the best mini sewing machines out there including the best handheld, lightweight and small scale machines.
40 of the best sewing kits for beginners
Get ready to enhance your sewing stash and discover the essential basic equipment you'll need to start stitching today plus amazing sewing kits for beginners to get you started.
Fix your clothes with Sashiko mending
Spruce up your wardrobe with sashiko stitches! Learn all about the ancient art of sashiko mending and embrace slow living.
Embrace the romance of Scottish landscapes with Liberty’s Postcard from the Highlands fabric range
Channel the beauty of Northern Scotland into every stitch of your next project with Liberty’s Postcard from the Highlands fabric range, new for 2024.
Quilting
Looking for free quilt patterns or patchwork projects? Our quilting section includes a range of quilts, cushions and accessories for you to make tonight. You'll find step-by-step instructions, free downloadable patterns and help & advice to help you master the basic techniques, from paper piecing to binding your quilts.
Best sewing machines for quilting
A sewing machine is a quilter's best friend. If you're wondering how to choose a sewing machine for quilting, so we're here to help you find the right tech to give your patchwork a boost!
How to choose the right cutting mat for sewing and crafting 2024
Speed up your fabric and paper prep – a world of safe, precision cutting awaits! Here are all the reasons you need one a cutting mat in your life and the best ones out there on the market
20 easy quilt kits for beginners 2024: patchwork and pre-cut
Are you new to making quilts or always wanted to give it a go? Our guide to the best beginner quilt kits is here to help!
Sewing
Find your next sewing project here! Dive into this section to find easy sewing patterns for making your own clothes and accessories or home sewing and gift ideas. You'll also find guides to answer all your questions, from the basics to next-step-help and advice from our experts.
Best sewing books to boost your skills
Sewing books can be an invaluable source of advice, practical guides and patterns, whether you're a beginner or an experienced sewer. Explore our pick of the best sewing books to buy in 2024
Janome MC5900QC sewing machine review
I’ve been using my trusty sewing machine for years… find out what I love about it and where you can get an even better model!
How to make a bag charm
Bag charms are our favourite trend for summer so we've put together this easy bag charm tutorial.