TAUKO Issue No.17<\/p>\n
Happiness<\/i><\/p>\n
This winter issue is a celebration of happiness in making and wearing self-made clothing. Sewing is a simple and accessible form to spark joy and bring a sense of purpose, whether you\u2019re creating festive wear for the season, thoughtful handmade gifts, or simply enjoying the process of planning and making by hand. Alongside the patterns, the issue features articles and essays offering new perspectives on sewing, creativity, and wellbeing, reminding us why working with our hands is one of the simplest and most rewarding ways to feel happy.<\/p>\n
Inside, you\u2019ll discover 10 sewing patterns by independent designers worldwide, ranging from detailed and joyful dresses with playful details (smocking makes a beautiful return in this issue!) to small, easy projects perfect for building skills or making quick gifts.\u00a0 <\/span>Each pattern design comes with printed sewing patterns and step-by-step instructions, making them accessible for sewists of all skill levels. With sizes ranging from 31″ (78 cm) to 57.5″ (146 cm) bust, these patterns celebrate creativity for every body.<\/p>\n From festive dresses to mindful small makes, Issue No.17 is your invitation to sew for joy this season!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n DESIGNS & DESIGNERS<\/p>\n SUKARIA by Katja Czaikowski<\/p>\n FREYA by Bren Larsen<\/p>\n SELENA by Emma Horsman<\/p>\n SHALLI by Mashal Metje\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n DIA by R\u00e9ka MacDonald\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n VIBES by Lauren Merciris<\/p>\n PLI\u00c9 by Nat Della Selva<\/p>\n TENDU by Nat Della Selva\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n ADELE by Stefanie Kroth<\/p>\n ANNIN by Kristi Morrow<\/p>\n Articles, essays and columns:<\/b><\/p>\n On Belonging, Care, and the Craft of Memory: An Interview with Silvana Der Meguerditchian<\/i><\/p>\n Photography by Silvina Der Meguerditchian and Erich Tchernow<\/p>\n The Salve of Sewing\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Words by Clare Hunter<\/p>\n Illustrations by Fanni Lyytik\u00e4inen<\/p>\n A Pin Tuck Story: Adding Elements from Vintage Garments to Your Own Makes<\/i><\/p>\n Words and photography by Rapha\u00eblle Bonamy<\/p>\n Clothing and Identity\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Words and photography by Jenni Smith<\/p>\n Book Reviews\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Words by Mila Moisio<\/p>\n Photography by Laura Oja<\/p>\n Sponsored Stories<\/p>\n Experiencing Happiness in an Art Museum: A Visit to the Ateneum\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Words by Mila Moisio<\/p>\n Photography by the Finnish National Gallery \/ Aleks Talve<\/i><\/p>\n How Sewing Shaped Pat Bravo\u2019s Life: The Story of the Founder of Art Gallery Fabrics<\/i><\/p>\n Words by Mila Moisio<\/p>\n Photography by Art Gallery Fabrics<\/p>\n Community Spotlight: Patterns from TAUKO Magazine Issue 16 in Practise<\/i><\/p>\n Contributing writers, photographers, stylists, hair and make-up artists, and models<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" From festive dresses to mindful small makes, Issue No.17 is your invitation to sew for joy this season!<\/p>\n TAUKO Magazine<\/b> is an award-winning independent print and digital publication for home sewists worldwide. Featuring sewing patterns, interviews, columns, articles, and expert tips<\/b> from international contributors, it connects craft, culture, and sustainability in every issue.<\/p>\n FORMAT<\/p>\n TAUKO is a 128-page collectable that measures in at 275mm high x 215mm wide. There are four folded paper pattern sheets included with the magazine. It is printed in Estonia with a glue and stitch binding to secure durability and easy reading.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1563,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[276],"product_cat":[278,277],"product_tag":[279,280,281,282,283,286,287],"class_list":["post-1562","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-tauko","product_cat-tauko","product_cat-books","product_tag-instructions","product_tag-pattern","product_tag-magazine","product_tag-tauko","product_tag-english-language","product_tag-sewing-magazines","product_tag-sewing-books","first","instock","sold-individually","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t