Tauko Magazine - Issue 10

TAUKO Magazine is a pioneering independent print publication for home sewists around the world. The vast horizon of crafts, culture and climate is featured in sewing patterns, interviews, columns, articles, tips and recommendations by international contributors.

TAUKO Magazine No. 10 invites you to dive into the enchanting world of 'Ballroom Dreams'. This issue features nine dazzling designs inspired by the theme 'party'. From ethereal tulle gowns to shimmering glittering vests, the collection, created by international designers, captures the essence of festive elegance. The articles and essays embark on a journey through the vibrant history of balls, tracing the vibrant tapestry of New York's ball scene to the opulent ballrooms of interwar Berlin. Experience the transformative power of acceptance, the joyful celebration of diversity and the profound sense of belonging that Ballroom Dreams offers.

The issue includes paper patterns and step-by-step instructions for all designs, which are available in 9 sizes ranging from a 31"/78cm bust to a 57.5"/146cm bust.

DESIGNERS
Francesca Barbato, Violette Tannenbaum, Kossoma Kernem, Amélie Grenon, Josefine Hultén, Bren Larsen, Nicole Göttler
Articles, essays and columns:
Ballroom and Fashion: From Harlem to Down Under Words by Timo Rissanen
Fitted for the Fete: Frocktails and my Sewing Tall Journey
Words and photography by Robyn Burgess
Legacy of Elegance: Berlin’s Enchanting Ballrooms
Words by Mila Moisio Photography by Marei Wenzel
Unlocking the Art of the oblique cut
Words and photography by Maryna Kisil
Dancing in Stitches: Sue Young in conversation with Theresa Hewlett, Senior Pattern cutter at DSI london. Photography by Cai Griffin, Vicki Gill, and Theresa Hewlett
Craft letters: From Oslo with love. Words and photography by Emanuel Waal

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. The patterns from each issue are overprinted on the four sheets - trace off your sizes before use.  A 1cm seam allowance is included in patterns unless otherwise specified.  Finished garment measurements are included for each pattern.  Please see images for examples of the pattern sheets and instructions format. It is printed in Estonia with a glue and stitch binding to secure durability and easy reading.