Australian Stitches

Try out a new style with these lightweight printed denim fabrics. Suitable for tops, skirts, dresses, pants and more! Available from Emerald Fabric Boutique. RRP from $18.60/m to $30.80/m Website: www.emfab.com.au Address: Shop 3/107 Clermont Street,

Practical tailor aid for measuring with a stitch counter. This neat little product is ideal for laying hems and folds. Made from a flexible and washable plastic – every sewer needs one in their tool box. For more information and stockists, visit www.

Fashion time travels through the decades of the 20th century to inspire the latest looks of our time… and of the season! The popularity of vintage or ‘retro’ style patterns has exploded in recent years … And while the latest shown here are styled in

By Louise Sparrow An exceptional and sought-after teacher, Susan established The Couture Sewing School in 1993 and regularly conducts classes across the USA. At the beginning of this year, the Australian Sewing Guild was pleased to collaborate with S

By Maureen Thompson You know the one; the problem that is so big in your head that it takes over your whole sewing life and you avoid many a sewing journey because you dread the tension that comes with fitting a new garment. Why are you continuing to

Stylish Sewing: 35 Patterns And Instructions For Clothes, Toys And Home Accessories By Laura Wilhelm Stylish Sewing is a great book for homemakers and crafters alike who are looking to be inspired by new designs. This book features 35 stylish and con

Connie was a professional patternmaker and designer in the “ready to wear” industry. She gained a great deal of experience and then taught fashion design and pattern making in one of the largest fashion colleges in the USA – The Fashion Institute of

Originally Simplicity ‘Designer’s pattern’ no. 8364 from 1950, this re-issued shirtmaker dress is flattering on numerous body types due to its ‘fit and flare’ style. A centre back seam on the skirt also allows you to control its fullness. We decided