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Live Stream 28th May 2022 - Scrappy Pocket Pin Cushion
This month on the HYSC live stream I made this scrap busting pocket pin cushion,...
Meet the Member - Shirley
Hi I’m Shirley. I’m 61 and I live in Kent, UK. I have been married for 40 years and have two daughters, two granddaughters, two grandsons...
Becoming a Search Press Author with Kimberley Hind
I was so thrilled when I was asked to co-author a book alongside my mum. I’ve watched her over the years create some beautiful work and publish very successful...
Live Stream 23rd April 2022 - Simple Summer Tote Bag
In my April live stream I made a simple summer tote bag!
Meet the Member - Megan
This month, we get to learn a little more about Megan! Hi I’m Megan and I live in Powys in Wales and I’m 14. I’ve always been...
Half Yard Spring Collection
Join Debbie as she gives you a look inside her brand-new book
Meet the Member - Elaine
This month, we get to learn a little more about Elaine, from Urmston, Manchester! Tell us a little about yourself Elaine, do you have any pets or other...
Member competition
This competition has now closed! The three lucky winners are: Mary Arkwell, Laura Harris and Sherry Edwards - congratulations! This...
Live Stream 26th February 2022 - Drawstring Bag
Here is the video of my February live stream, where I made a simple drawstring bag. It would be perfect for Easter egg hunting!
Meet the Member - Jill
My name is Jill, I live in Kent, UK. I am 42, I have known my husband John for 29 years and been married almost 14. We have a 7 year old chocolate Labrador, she’s...
Returning Projects 2022 - the Final Results
*Updated October 2022* Thank you all for casting your vote for the returning projects from the Half Yard Sewing Club's back catalogue! The...
Live Stream 22nd January 2022 - Basket
Here is the video of my January live stream, where I made a useful fabric basket.
Christmas Day Live Stream!
If you want a break from the Turkey and TV this Christmas day, don't forget I will be doing an extra-special live stream over on the Debbie...
Live Stream 18th December 2021 - Folded Star Trivet
Here is the video of my December live stream, where I made a pretty folded star trivet!
Live Stream 27th November 2021 - Simple Wallet
Here is the video of my November live stream, where I made a simple wallet!
Guide to the Half Yard Sewing Club
Here's a simple guide to the features of the Half Yard Sewing Club taken from a YouTube live sew-along; if you haven't subscribed yet remember to use the code...
Live Stream 30th October 2021 - Mug Rug
Here is the video of my October live stream, where I made a festive mug rug!
Live Stream 28th August 2021 - Pin cushion
Here is the video of my August live stream, where I made a decorative cathedral window pin cushion.


















