Lisa Reece

A BIG Congratulations to our July Project of the Month Winners who will each receive a £20 voucher to spend at Abakhan. Lots of great entries again this month but our Product Buyers can only choose three winners and this month's lucky three are::

Jessica Maddock with this beautiful dress (guessing Frozen themed)

Dannie Powell with this fantastic Frozen themed card

Gemma Gilbert with the adorable knitted Mermaid

Remember August's Project of the Month has now started so get creating and send your image to us. We have 3 ways you can send your image to us:

Upload you image on our Facebook page abakhan.fabrics

Tweet your image to us @abakhanfabrics

E-mail us your image to [email protected] (maximum image size 1MB)

Good Luck!

A BIG Congratulations to our August Project of the Month Winners who will each receive a £20 voucher to spend at Abakhan. Lots of great entries again this month but our Product Buyers can only choose three winners and this month's lucky three are::

Gina Crusham with the gorgeous floral dress

Sharon Guest with the bamboo handled bag

Angela Lobedon with the crocheted sandals

Remember September's Project of the Month has now started so get creating and send your image to us. We have 3 ways you can send your image to us:

Upload you image on our Facebook page abakhan.fabrics

Tweet your image to us @abakhanfabrics

E-mail us your image to [email protected] (maximum image size 1MB)

Good Luck!

We have put together some information below, including Fabrics and Supplies featured in the episode (or similar) along with Tips, Techniques and other resources to get your creativity flowing.

Challenge 1 - Pleated Skirt

Learn to to make a Pleated Skirt

5 easy steps on how to Sew Pleats

DIY Box Pleat Skirt

Perfect Pleats

How to do a Lapped Zip

Video on Machine Topstitching

What is Indian Chintz?

Check out this great video on on how to make a Pleated Skirt

We have some great plain and printed Peachskin and Poly Twill fabrics - ideal for pleated skirts.

Here are 3 methods used to pleat fabric.

Products seen (or similar) - Gingham Fabric used by David

Challenge 2 - Combine two men's shirt into one garment

Great Kid's Sailor Dress tutorial.

Tailor a men's shirt to fit a woman

Tailor Sewing Patterns to get you going

Satin Bias Binding used by Julie

Cotton Bias Binding

Challenge 3 - Made to Measure Men's Pyjamas

A general guide to help with how to get the right measurements for men.

Here is a short video on how to sew a pair of Pyjamas

A great tutorial for pyjama pants for the whole family.

Great tutorial here on how to match printed fabrics along seams.

Simplicity Sewing Pattern used by Simon & Tamara

Black Cotton Gingham used by David

How to put in a drawstring or elastic waist

How to make and use piping tutorial

How to make How to sew and attach a collar

Easy Patch Pocket Tutorial

We have a great selection of fabrics to make pyjamas from; Fleece Fabrics , Cottons and Polyester Prints and Plains

Sewing Essentials

And of course you will need all of your Sewing Essentials which are used regularly in sewing, ranging from repair patches, marking & measuring equipment, machine accessories, scissors, pins & needles and more.

We offer a huge selection of zips including Concealed, Open End , Closed End and Chunky

We also have a great choice of Buttons and Ribbons , Interfacings , Cotton Seam & Bias Bindings and Elastics

Here is our guide to Episode 1 and in case you missed it you can catch up here

We have put together some information below, including Fabrics and Supplies featured in the episode (or similar) along with Tips, Techniques and other resources to get your creativity flowing.

Challenge 1 - Leggings

How to make your own Leggings.

Great steps to make your leggings tighter

Video showing how to recycle your old leggings into a brand new pair.

Products featured or similar . . Elastics , Twin Needles , Lycra & Cotton Jersey

Learn a bit more . . A better elastic waistband finish tutorial

We have a great range of Stretch Fabrics online.

The answer to hemming stretch fabrics is found here and the 'twin needles' can be bought here

Challenge 2 - Altering an Oversized T-Shirt

Fab tutorial for a Toddlers Leotard

Video showing how to make a bodysuit/leotard from a T-Shirt

Great tutorial on how to make an assymetrical mini skirt.

Products featured or similar . . Bias Bindings, Zips by David, Jenny & Tamara and Stretch sequins stretch sequins by Carina

Learn a bit more . . 4 ways to make ruffles & Gathering fabric the proper way

We have a large selection of Lace and Dress Trim to choose from for up cycling projects and to accessorise with.

Challenge 3 - Made to Measure Challenge

What does Made to Measure actually mean?

Take your measurements Men and Women

Products featured or similar . . David’s Sewing Pattern , Velvet Fabrics like Chinelo’s , French Curves , Interfacing & Stretch Jersey Fabrics

Learn a bit more . . Easy wrap dress tutorial , Tips for working with knits & stretch fabrics , Simple stretch Wrap Dress tutorial, Sewing Facing tips from Tilly , How to make a Cap Sleeve like Tamara, Video on How to Sew a Collar onto a Dress like Julie & Learn how to use an Overlocker

Sewing Essentials

And of course you will need all of your Sewing Essentials which are used regularly in sewing, ranging from repair patches, marking & measuring equipment, machine accessories, scissors, pins & needles and more.

We offer a huge selection of zips including Concealed, Open End , Closed End and Chunky

We also have a great choice of Buttons and Ribbons , Interfacings , Threads , Cotton Seam & Bias Bindings and Elastics

Here is our guide to Episode 1 and in case you missed it you can catch up here

Here is our guide to Episode 2 and in case you missed it you can catch up here

We have put together some information below, including Fabrics and Supplies featured in the episode (or similar) along with Tips, Techniques and other resources to get your creativity flowing.

Challenge 1 - Nylon Anorak

7 steps to sewing with Rip Stop Nylon

A great step by step guide to Snap Fasteners and buy your anorak snaps here. We also stock the cord ends to finish your item.

We have lots of Waterproof Fabrics perfect for any jacket you might want to make. And we have a couple of patterns for ladies anoraks here

Loving these little tutorials for a child's Raincoat and Poncho

We even found a tutorial for a Dog Coat

Learn more - How to do a Raglen Sleeve , watch how to use a Walking Foot , learn how to attach a Ribbed Waistband and learn how to top stitch your Zipper

Challenge 2 - Transform a High Street Top with Leather

Great tips for sewing with Leather

We have Leather Pieces sold by the bag at just £1.99 - perfect for upcycling projects. We also have Leather Vinyl Needles and Machine Leather Needles for all your sewing needs.

Double sided tape available here

Learn how to do Reverse Applique , how to sew rouleau ties without tools here but you can buy a loop turner here

Challenge 3 - Made to Measure - Velvet Trousers

How to sew an easy pair of Trousers

Tips for sewing with Velvet

Take a look at our range of Velvet & Velour fabrics and our patterns for both Ladies and Mens trousers. You may also need some Interfacing and Dress Lining

Check out The Colette Patterns Pants Fitting Cheatsheet to solve your mis-fitting trouser dilemmas.

Your guide to trouser Pockets ,Flat Seat Adjustments and Fly Closures

6 easy steps on how to hand sew a Hem

Sewing Essentials

And of course you will need all of your Sewing Essentials which are used regularly in sewing, ranging from repair patches, marking & measuring equipment, machine accessories, scissors, pins & needles and more.

We offer a huge selection of zips including Concealed, Open End , Closed End and Chunky

We also have a great choice of Buttons and Ribbons , Interfacings , Threads , Cotton Seam & Bias Bindings and Elastics

Here is our guide to Episode 1 and in case you missed it you can catch up here

Here is our guide to Episode 2 and in case you missed it you can catch up here

Here is our guide to Episode 3 and in case you missed it you can catch up here

Here is our guide to Episode 4 and in case you missed it you can catch up here

We have put together some information below, including Fabrics and Supplies featured in the episode (or similar) along with Tips, Techniques and other resources to get your creativity flowing.

Challenge 1 - Toddler Dungarees

What a fab tutorial to make your own Toddler Dungarees

We have a great range of Cotton Fabrics and Denims, Drills & Cords perfect for making dungarees.

We also have lots of Buckles , Snap Fasteners, Buttons and other Fastenings that you can use.

A great tutorial on how to use snap fasteners

The What and How of a Top Stitching

How to sew a Flat Felled Seam

Challenge 2 - Fancy Dress Outfit

We have a great range of fancy dress sewing patterns including Pirates and Dinosaurs similar to tonight's episode. For the full range of children's fancy dress costume patterns please click here

What every pirate needs all in one place with this simple costume tutorial

Dressing up fabrics include: Tulle , Felt , Satins , Chiffons & Organzas and lots of Novelty Prints

Ever wondered how to do Applique

Challenge 3 - Made to Measure Prom Dress

Prom dresses are so varied these days - here are a few of our favourite tutorials and videos we have managed to find ... A Ballerina Dress , A Dainty Cocktail Dress , A Little Black Dress , A Ruffle Dress and for the adventurous A Belle Dress

Great tips can be found here for sewing with Satin and Taffeta

We have a great selection of Special Occassion Dress Patterns to choose from with lots of Satins , Chiffons & Organzas and Taffetas to choose from to make your special dress. And don't forget your Dress Lining

We also have a large selection of Lace and Dress Trim to accessorise you dresses with.

Learn how to sew a Boned Bodice and find your boning here

Ever struggled with zips? This video shows you how to insert the dreaded invisible zip

Sewing Essentials

And of course you will need all of your Sewing Essentials which are used regularly in sewing, ranging from repair patches, marking & measuring equipment, machine accessories, scissors, pins & needles and more.

We offer a huge selection of zips including Concealed, Open End , Closed End and Chunky

We also have a great choice of Buttons and Ribbons , Interfacings , Threads , Cotton Seam & Bias Bindings and Elastics

Here is our guide to Episode 1 and in case you missed it you can catch up here

Here is our guide to Episode 2 and in case you missed it you can catch up here

Here is our guide to Episode 3 and in case you missed it you can catch up here