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Hi my first pattern I’m wondering is there a guild to help putting pattern pieces together .
barb replied: 12 Apr 26 at 18:36
The video here may help https://www.halfyardsewingclub.com/projects/debbie-shores-dressmaking-studio-batwing-dress
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Is there a discount if I order chumley pattern on sewing street?
barb replied: 11 Apr 26 at 11:56
yes, details under blog. You can also order from debbieshoresewing with a discount too.
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Just made the waistcoat from Debbie’s quilted fabric and struggling with stitches bunching up underneath on the fur side of fabric, should I be using stabiliser ?
Deesdeesigns63 replied: 14 Apr 26 at 19:40
Hi Sparkles thank you didn’t think of that tbh and I will take a look at the video x
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I am confused. This week is sewing garments but where do I watch it or get the tips
barb replied: 11 Apr 26 at 06:29
Look under tips and techniques and projects.
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Hello members, happy Friday! What are you all making this weekend?
Sparkles replied: 11 Apr 26 at 12:39
Sparkles_v Sewing like a busy Bee, the batwing top is the one for me, pattern cut the jersey at hand with lighting bolt stitch no stitch in the ditch that"s grand. With ball point needle and maraflex strand oh I"m of to my fairy Land! :) HAPPY SEWING FRIENDS :)
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Could someone tell me if Debbie sells the zipper clasps you use when you have to cut the zipper? Thank you
Laura replied: 10 Apr 26 at 09:00
Do you mean the zip ends that you put on to join the ends and then screw in place. I don’t think Debbie has those in stock. Lisa Lam brings them to Sewing Street sometimes so you could try there or on Lisa Lams website.
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Good evening I recently purchased the Chumley beans bunny from sewing street, I'm missing the templates for the bunny's feet, can you please give me the measurements for the feet please and the feet pads Thank you Troodles
barb replied: 8 Apr 26 at 20:28
This has been raised before. It's not a HYSC project so I would suggest emailing enquiries@debbieshoresewing.com
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Where do I find the 10% discount
Sarah replied: 8 Apr 26 at 12:47
Thank you for your quick reply
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How are you all enjoying Dressmaking Week? We can't wait to see what you make!
barb replied: 9 Apr 26 at 05:37
Do you mean this one? Its under tips and techniques. There are several other dressmaking articles there too. www.halfyardsewingclub.com/tips/tilly-walnes-tips
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Where do I find the Dressmaking week makes please, I have found the first one, the skirt that you self draft which looks lovely. What is today's project please and where do I find it?
barb replied: 9 Apr 26 at 06:19
There are several new dressmaking articles under tips and techniques.
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Hi all,can anyone please tell me when Debbie’s new Bluebell Hollow panel will be debuting on SS ?XXX
Debbie replied: 13 Apr 26 at 16:18
This one? https://www.debbieshoresewing.com/shop/downloads/bluebell-wreath-cushion-cover-download/ glad you like it!
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Please can someone give me advice on where to find the members discount code for ordering, thank you
barb replied: 4 Apr 26 at 15:20
yes, its under blog.
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In Debbie's Sew a Large Tote I followed instructions carefully but ended up with very baggy lining. What am I doing wrong? I haven't seen that anyone else has experienced this problem. I've undone this bag after completing it and tried making wider seams to bring the lining down in size. I am feeling very disappointed about it being such a failure lining wise. I did think when I read the instructions the main bag and lining were the same size, that the lining may be saggy. Please can anyone help me to make a non-sagging lining.
Laura replied: 3 Apr 26 at 09:57
Yes this can happen ..in some videos Debbie suggests keeping to the stated seam allowance at the top of the bag for the outer and lining as these should be equal width. When you are sewing the lining taper the seam allowance slightly so that the seam is wider when you get to the base and repeat this on the other side and match the wider seam allowance on the bottom seam so that your corners are equal when you come to sewing across them. Make a note of the seam allowance that gives you the look you like on the pattern so that you remember next time you make it. On smaller bags I interface the lining with a light interface (H200) which gives them a firmer look and they don’t appear baggy. Hope this helps a little.
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Hi this months block for the quilt is different to that shown on the quilt is it a mistake ?
Kay replied: 16 Apr 26 at 17:17
Thank you ladies x
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Hello x I have recently become a full -time wheelchair user and I’m struggling to find skirts that fit me as I am sat down in the wheelchair as they are now far too long. I am still very new to sewing and have a sewing machine but still very unsure of to do basic sewing g tasks such as taking up a skirt- I am also new to HYSC and wanted to ask for any advice or useful videos on the HYSC about how to take up skirts. I have about 10 inches or thereabouts that need to come off thank you Julie x
Laura replied: 2 Apr 26 at 09:35
Oh I have so many questions about the shape of the skirt and the existing hem of the skirts etc as 10” is a lot to cut off without changing the style and cut of the skirt. I would consider taking the excess off the top of the skirt from the waist hem. If it is a style that would let you cut 7 1/2” down from the waistband and then use the excess 2 1/2” to fold over the raw edge and make yourself a channel for 1” elastic for your waistband that might be the best way to keep the existing bottom hem style. Perhaps try it with a skirt you don’t love too much as a practice go. Hope this helps.
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It’s mentioned that the Daffodil is on this site. I can’t find it in the blog. Is it somewhere else?
barb replied: 1 Apr 26 at 07:48
Its under blog. Called Saturday live.....march.....daffodil heads.
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I’ve been making daffodils from the live stream and added a stem a leaf. Will look lovely with the tulips
Chris replied: 3 Apr 26 at 18:03
Thank you
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Morning all, I’ve tried to pre-order Debbie’s new fabrics: Bluebell Hollow WOODS and GLADE (absolutely love them) however I’m not allowed to put them both in the basket so that I can pay. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you Diane x
Diane replied: 30 Mar 26 at 18:10
Hiya Barb, thank you, I was worried it was my lack of tech awareness. I’ll do exactly what you’ve suggested and e mail the team now. Diane
