isew - the face of sewing in the uk; the place to visit for sewing enthusiasts

Delve into our delicious and delectable selection this month and choose from a whole bevy of beauties! We're waxing lyrical because there's so much to choose from and it's sew time!

We've a really 'green' tote to try out, made from packaging materials it looks very eco-chic. Then there's some sweet pot pourri sachets (ideal for last minute Mother's Day makes), an adjustable apron that has a lovely retro feel, and we've a recycled sweater turned into a bag in our Gathering Goodies project. If you want to make something for a little girl, take a look at the gypsy skirt in the Kids Makes, it's a pretty tiered style which will look very sweet this summer. In Sewing Techniques we've tips on creating an hour-glass blouse - all explained step by step so even sewing newbies can have a go, whilst in Designer Techniques Sue Locke shares some ideas to transform dressmakes into catwalk copies.

We've also uploaded news of some nifty new patterns, a must-read book in Book Reviews, shows to go to and courses and workshops to try out. And of course, as usual, look in the archives of each section for yet more informative articles, techniques and projects - there are literally hundreds, including some easy-viewing DVD clips bringing a virtual tutor right to your desktop in See and Sew.

So until next month, enjoy some time to sew.

ISEW - the place to go if you sew