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Woolly Rescue: Sew a Button-Back Cushion from a Felted Jumper

Woolly Rescue: Sew a Button-Back Cushion from a Felted Jumper

A shrunken wool jumper is not a lost cause. Turn that accidentally felted knit into a cosy button-back cushion cover with a sturdy opening, pleasingly chunky buttons and a handmade winter look that suits UK crafters and small makers.

The Steady Hand Buttonhole: A Gentle Guide for First-Time Sewists

The Steady Hand Buttonhole: A Gentle Guide for First-Time Sewists

A hand-worked buttonhole can feel like a test of nerve, but it is really a small lesson in patience and practice. This calm guide walks you through the kit, the stitches and the common wobbles, with plenty of encouragement for beginners and small makers.