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I am making the cocktail Hour Purse. Is there a video that explains how to assemble?
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Debbie replied: 28 Oct 21 at 16:55
I'm afraid there is no video for this, basically you'll fold the pieces so that the zip and seam are on the top. Place over the outer piece and sew across the bottom, then place the lining on top and sew all around leaving a turning gap in the bottom.
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How do you add membership to get 10% off orders
Liz replied: 27 Oct 21 at 16:55
Thank You
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What is the code to get 10% discount on Debbie's hire sewing site please, it keeps saying I can't use what I'm putting in putting just member xx
Megan replied: 27 Oct 21 at 16:42
You need to put it in capital letters
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Hi all I know we have covered this before, but I can't remember how to make a mitred corner can anyone please help and could anyone tell me if there is any YouTube video i can look at. thank you Helene
Helene replied: 29 Oct 21 at 23:02
thank you Barb but I don't want to Bias-Binding there is another way putting right sides together but I'm not sure how to mitre the corners Helene
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I have just joined the club and wondered if there are videos on such projects as making your own bias binding. Hope to thoroughly enjoy being a member.
HYSC replied: 26 Oct 21 at 14:27
Hi Ann, We're glad you are enjoying the club! Although not a video https://www.halfyardsewingclub.com/tips/bias-binding gives instructions on how to make bias binding - I hope that helps!
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Does anyone know the thickness of the felt used for Maddie?s shoes and hat? I?ve run out of the black and the felt I have is way too stiff. The outfit is complete but poor little thing has cold toes. Help, please?
Debbie replied: 28 Oct 21 at 16:57
I just used a craft felt, it's about 1/'8" thick...
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Hi, I've finished making the multi use caddy/baby bag and the fusible foam has wrinkled the fabric all over the body of the bag. Is there any way to fix this without dismantling the whole bag and peeling the fabric away from the foam? Also, what did I do wrong that caused this to happen so I can avoid it in future?
Rona replied: 30 Oct 21 at 13:16
Thanks Debbie, yes it is Bosal foam. I'll try to steam it again and hope for the best!
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Hi, Can someone please help me re choosing which wadding to use if a project doesn't state which type other than saying to use it with repositional spray when putting fabric together. I'm a complete beginner to sewing and I find wadding totally confusing as there are so many to choose from. The project I'm looking is a glasses/sunglasses case that doesn't use fusible wadding. Thanks. Jennifer
Jennifer replied: 25 Oct 21 at 17:43
Thanks Debbie. There is such a multitude of wadding available and I've still to learn what one needs for what project. I love your books and I've learned a lot from your tuturials although I've a long way still to go!
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Hi I am struggling with the cosmetic bag with curved strips on the front. Is there any videos I can watch to do this. It is from the half yards gift book. Thank you x
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Debbie replied: 25 Oct 21 at 17:16
I don't have a video I'm afriad, but if you have an early editio9n of the book there is an errata on the materials list, this may help... For the lining, two pieces of contrasting fabric measuring 10 x 8in (25.5 x 20.5cm) each 10in (25.5cm) nylon zip Five strips of contrasting fabric cut on the bias, measuring 6 x 4in (15.25 x 10cm) 20in (51cm) lace 13in (33cm) ribbon
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How easy is it to make a a zip back cousin
Megan replied: 23 Oct 21 at 19:41
I?m sure it?s easy look on Debbie?s YouTube she has lots of cushion videos. You can also buy backs with the zips already on: https://debbieshoresewing.com/haberdashery/cushion-back-with-zip-black-45-x-45cm-18-x-18in/ https://debbieshoresewing.com/haberdashery/cushion-back-with-zip-cream-45-x-45cm-18-x-18in/ https://debbieshoresewing.com/haberdashery/cushion-back-with-zip-navy-45-x-45cm-18-x-18in/ https://debbieshoresewing.com/haberdashery/cushion-back-with-zip-white-45-x-45cm-18-x-18in/ https://debbieshoresewing.com/back-in-stock/cushion-back-with-zip-grey-45-x-45cm-18-x-18in/ https://debbieshoresewing.com/haberdashery/cushion-back-with-zip-natural-45-x-45cm-18-x-18in/
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Hello there! I was just reviewing the Block of the Month Quilt for 2019. I cannot seem to locate the information for the quilt as you go component. All the blocks are there, as is the adding sashing and binding, but there are no instructions as to how to actually quilt the individual blocks "as you go". Is there perhaps a post missing? Thanks for your help.
Kellie replied: 26 Oct 21 at 05:41
Thanks everyone! I was looking amongst the monthly block links and didn't look far enough. Looking forward to making this quilt! But first, I have to make Debbie's most recent oven glove project for my sister for Christmas.
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Hi, Debbie's circular zipped pouch is lovely & I thoroughly enjoyed making one in Christmas fabric, however, my hand sewing is rubbish! Is there a way that you can machine stitch the opening & it not show on the outside? Thank you.
Debbie replied: 25 Oct 21 at 17:17
Difficult with this one as if you sew by machine you'll be trapping the outside seam which will show, the seam will be on the inside so don't worry about wobbly stitching!
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Is there a template for the pink dungarees Maddie is wearing in the pic with Robyn
Megan replied: 21 Oct 21 at 16:00
It?s the same one as robyns : Why not make Maddie a set too, and then they can play together! Maddie?s outfit could match Robyn?s, or you could choose fabrics to suit her personality.
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Hi debbie here is the wonky house I turned into a bag its Christmas themed
Megan replied: 21 Oct 21 at 15:57
Thanks
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