Pre-order for dispatch Early-Mid Jan. Limited copies available
ABOUT
TAUKO Magazine is an award winning independent print and digital 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.
INSIDE
Step into the timeless allure of denim with TAUKO Magazine Issue No.14. This issue is a captivating exploration of denim’s rich history and intricate details, tracing its journey through the lives of working men, skilled tailors, rivets, looms, and the cotton fields that brought it to life. Unearth lost techniques and rediscover knowledge to inspire your own creations.
With expert tips and techniques for crafting denim garments, this issue seamlessly pairs practical guidance with a stunning collection of sewing patterns. These patterns celebrate fresh perspectives on denim – from bold topstitching and rivets to subtle nods to the 80s cowgirl aesthetic – showcasing the unique vision of each designer.
TAUKO Magazine's “Denim” issue invites you to craft without rules or doctrine, offering adaptable lessons and inspiration for makers at all levels. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced sewist, this issue empowers you to create garments that tell your personal story.
ARTICLES, ESSAYS, COLUMNS
Making Story: The One-Piece Fly: A Legendary Denim Invention Restored. Words by Paul Kruize. Photography by Richard Bussink
Reconstructing Denim: A Journey into the Historic Craft. Words by Mohsin Sajid, photos courtesy of Levi’s archive (Tracey Panek), Michael Allen Harris, Mohson Sajid, and Duncan Eldridge.
Book Reviews. Words by Mila Moisio. Photography by Laura Oja.
Denim Talk: Key Facts and Terms Explained.
Fashion and Identity. Words by Ann Ringstrand. Photography by Mattias Björklund Bremer.
Dopamine for the Sewing Community:An Interview with Mari Nordén. Photography by Thomas Marriaga Olsen, Are Næsset, and Kilian Munch
FORMAT
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.
DESIGNERS
Minna Konttijärvi, Alex Schaufele, Ingrid Berzsenyi-Paetzel, Helen Wilkinson, Meridy Dunn, Malena Hjerpe, Andini Wijendaru, Suna Mantori, Juliette Gallois, Ellie Howard