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Australia’s leading dressmaking magazine is a favoured by all dressmakers in every age group. Fabulous garments, technical instructions and step x step photos help guide even the most novice sewer to complete perfect garments every time. All the latest patterns and fabrics are covered in every issue plus we trial patterns to give the lowdown on how to improve on each pattern’s instruction sheet. We showcase makeovers of real people, give wardrobe-planning advice and show the latest trends from the USA and Europe.
ACTIVE STYLE
Retro!
Adjusting the Shoulder Line
Expanding the Girth – pattern alterations for the large midriff
Construction Elements – In-seam Pockets
Meet your match ... • in soft, breezy, any-season suiting that also happily mixes with next spring’s bright, feminine, flowing things!
The Inverted Triangle • This issue we examine the figure type that’s broad in the shoulder and slimmer in the hipline. Thinking in geometric shapes, the inverted triangle woman can easily balance her figure by making the most of her shoulder line to create the illusion of shape. For all of us the best feature on the body is our face so any fashion planning must emphasise this strength, including the use of a beautiful shoulder line. As always, the introduction of colour, texture and accessories can make or break your fashion look. Plan carefully, create illusions and experiment along the way.
METALLIC THREADS
All set to go ... • Take some clean, classic, work-wise tailoring ... soften with some silky, feminine prints, and you’re
PEAK PERFORMANCE • Get moving in sleek, sporty zipped jackets and vests that are in top form ...
Beginners’ Tips for Sewing Lingerie
Animal Kingdom! • Some fabrics will lose the impact of the design if cut into a highly detailed garment style – this is one of them. You need to work with the print of the fabric and in this instance with just a few straight seams you have a show-stopper KAFTAN to wear over tights, a bathing suit or a long slinky dress.
A Perfect Fit with Colour-blocking • Colour-blocking is fashionable, but it can also be used in a practical way — to add width to a garment. When Judith’s client needed approximately 20cm (8in) of width added to her dress, she put on her thinking cap and this is how she fixed it ...
THE JET SET
From Pattern 2 Workout Worthy • What makes these workout pants the ultimate in function and comfort? Little details such as the wide waistband, internal pocket, shaped leg and flat seams ... and if you sew, that’s easily achieved!
Amazing Fit COLLECTION • What makes any dress look amazing on you?
Pure Heaven! • What a beautiful array of fabrics and colours! There is something for everybody here; from delicate chiffon to heavier weight raw silk and colourful digital prints, along with beautiful trims. What more could a girl ask for? Best you step into this gorgeous shop and see just what everyone is talking about. Off you go now!
FREE TO STITCHES READERS! Cosy Stripes! • Made in 12-ply Mohair by Cleckheaton, this little striped number will keep you cosy and comfortable on a colder day.
Letters to the editor
Quality Fabrics Result in Beautiful Garments
Charity Sewing • What do trauma dolls, library bags, breast cancer pillows, and quillows for the homeless have in common? They are all things that Australian Sewing Guild Groups have made for charity.
Sewing … more than a hobby
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