Having the ability to make your own clothing in the twenty-first century is a fantastic thing. Dressmaking as a pastime is becoming increasingly popular across the world, particularly in the United Kingdom, for a variety of reasons. Making your own clothes, whether it's a basic T-shirt, children's pajamas, a lovely summer dress, or simply a pair of panties, is a tremendously gratifying skill/craft that few people ever take the time to master. When you consider the size of the fashion business, it's incredible! Thousands of patterns are available for purchase, ranging from large pattern companies to tiny independent creators. Patterns for any sort of clothing that we can customize to fit properly and create a distinctive look. You just need to learn the basic skills to start sewing your own clothes and this book is here to help get you started and share patterns with you each month in our inspiring sewing magazine.