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Thursday 6th June is the 80th anniversary of D-Day and Carolyn Letten's journal is the ideal project to commemorate those who were involved in the historic Normandy landings. Visit our sister site crafts-beautiful.com for the free pattern.
Learn more about D-Day and the commemorations planned, visit britishlegion.org.uk
What did you think of Tuesday's Sewing Bee? Who made your favourite outfit?
Read our recap of Episode Two here (we promise there are no spoilers)
https://bit.ly/3x7zfDg
We've got tonight's viewing plans sorted
Catch up with last week's episode in our round up blog over at https://www.sewmag.co.uk/blog/the-great-british-sewing-bee-series-10-episode-1
SEWING BEE DATE CONFIRMED!
The next series is airing on BBC One at 9pm on Tuesday 21st May.
Who's going to be watching?
It's Bank Holiday Monday, let's sleep in today
This sewing project from Cheryl Owen can be found on our website at
https://www.sewmag.co.uk/free-sewing-patterns/sleepy-kitty
Our support team is enjoying the long weekend, so won't be around to answer your queries on Monday. We'll respond to all messages as soon as possible when we return. Have a good one!
Personalise your living space with these easy-to-sew stuffed fabric letters, designed by Corinne Bradd. Find the free instructions at https://bit.ly/3UoSGiz
No-one's going to slay our dragon, even if it is St George's Day, he's far too cute. If you're celebrating though, have a good one!
Find Jane Kharade's at sewmag.co.uk
Boost your crafty bookshelf with this fabulous how-to guide.
In Simple Machine Sewing, expert sewing teacher Angela Pressley shows you how to make 30 stunning accessories, garments and home furnishings, designed to help you practise different techniques. Head to makeetc.com and use code SIMPLEMACHINESEW to get your copy for £11 plus free P&P (UK only, while stock lasts).
https://bit.ly/4aDDDIK
These DIY reels by Corinne Bradd are perfect for organising your ribbon stash - why not go all out and tidy your bias binding too, go on, we dare you! 😜
Find the instructions at https://bit.ly/43TJKGv
Guess what our weekend plans are?!
We know which we prefer! Which term would you use?
Asking for a friend...
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Have you heard the news? The winners of the Creative Book Awards 2024 have been announced. Find out who the winners are at https://bit.ly/3PeLGTH
If you're celebrating Mother's Day today, we hope you have a really relaxing day.
Carolyn Letten's adorable Sleeping Kitty Cat pattern is available to download for free at
https://bit.ly/3Va8qIn
Today we celebrate womankind, campaign for equity and inclusion, and recognise the achievements of women and girls around the world. Who are the inspirational craftswomen in your life?
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Use code ARTICHOKE24 at checkout to enjoy a £2* discount on your tickets. 🤩 https://bit.ly/49G2bAE
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We've got so many crafty projects across our online portfolio, including these fab fruits from Amanda Walker. Find the project for free at https://www.crafts-beautiful.com/projects/fruity-set
Brother Sewing UK is giving away the most incredible bundle of goodies! Check it out...
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Say "Hoppy Easter" to Harriet Hare! Find the free sewing pattern on our website. Just follow the link in our bio or visit https://bit.ly/45Mpdmn
What have you been making lately? Show us your makes. We'd love to see them!
It's Mother's Day on 10th March but this everlasting bouquet is a treat for everyone. Find the free project at https://bit.ly/45Mpdmn or follow the link in our bio
Oops! Rookie error 😂
Use soft plush fabric with metallic for trims in Carolyn Letten's super snuggly hot water bottle cover. It really is out of this world! Find the free step-by-step instructions on our website at https://bit.ly/3T0lRsN
Sew for a new arrival with this fun set of stacking rings. Download the pattern for free on our website https://bit.ly/4bwejp2
Get set for Pancake Day on the 13th and whip up this adorable dinosaur apron! Click here to download the pattern for free https://www.sewmag.co.uk/free-sewing-patterns/calico-apppliqued-dinosaur-apron
Does your latest project call for a spot of handsewing? Follow our step-by-step guide to essential sewing stitches to ensure perfect results every time https://bit.ly/3UoNA7A
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We've got tonight's viewing plans sorted @britishsewingbee Catch up with last week's episode in our round up blog over at https://www.sewmag.co.uk/blog/the-great-british-sewing-bee-series-10-episode-1
Reminder: issue 21 is on sale now! Have you picked up our latest issue? 🥰🧵🧸
There's nothing like taking down a tree and packing away decorations to make you feel a bit Grinchy 😅 Did you pack yours away last week or are you still keeping them up a while longer? 🤔
There are still a few more sleeps until Santa comes to town, but only one more sleep until M&ST issue 20 is officially on sale! We can't wait 🤩🥳
Stay calm and keep crafting everyone, remember to enjoy the process too ❤️ Christmas is coming!! 🎅🦌🎄🔔🎁
There's nothing better than a cosy night at home, thriving in our own organised chaos 🥰🥰🧵✂️
Need a bit of help deciding which project from issue 19 to start on first? Give our project wheel a spin and let it make the tough choice for you – simply take a screenshot of the video and see what it lands on ⭐🤩
New issue out tomorrow! 🎅❄️☃️🦌🎄
We really do try to keep our craft rooms tidy, we promise! 😂😂
Happy September sewers! Our current issue is jam-packed with tons of adorable autumnal projects and we hope you're looking forward to kicking off another season with some new makes 🎃🍂🕯️🥰
Another scorcher here 🥵🌞 When we first posted this at the beginning of the summer we had no idea how hot it would end up getting – one fan is no longer enough. 😅 How is the weather where you are?
There’s a brand new issue of Make & Sew Toys on sale TOMORROW! Who else has been (im)patiently waiting at the window for the postman to arrive? 🙋♀️😅
What can we say, once you start to dabble in the different crafting disciplines it can be hard to stop 😅😂🦙🤭
This is not a drill! 🤩 The series eight final of the Great British Sewing Bee is on ✨TONIGHT ✨ We are beyond excited to see who will take the win 🏆🥇👑
An unspoken rule 😉📺 and after tonight, we'll have our three finalists!! 🧵🐝
Have you picked up our latest issue yet? 😍 If not, here's a sneaky glimpse of what you're missing out on 😉 Issue 15, on sale now. Available to buy from all major UK supermarkets and Gifts To You. 🛒 Download all the templates for this issue at makeandsewtoys.com ✨
Even better when they also say that they loved it! 😍 Has anyone successfully gotten a friend, co-worker, or family member to join the sewing bee buzz recently? 😊🐝
👑👑👑 say goodbye to the Sunday scaries, this week will be short and sweet! 🥳🥳
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