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Hi Debbie or any other hrloful person, today I asked about a drawstring backpack and Debbie said she had made one.... The one I see is a backpack with a drawstring fastening included...... Im looking for something like PE BAG that has a drawstring and can be worn as a backpack also lined.... I can't find a pattern anywhere and can't see that Debbie has designed one .. Thanks in advance for any help Denise
Denise replied: 3 Oct 21 at 10:37
Thank you barb I'll keep looking on the net I don't need another book right now I have the tote bag book in that collection, thanks for your reply
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Hi, I've just finished the Sewing Room Holder and want to upload some pictures I can't find the project to upload the pictures. I m not a member of Facebook so unable to upload the pictures on Debbies page. Please could you advise me where I can upload the pictures of my finished project. Many thanks Lorraine
HYSC replied: 4 Oct 21 at 08:57
Hi Lorraine, As there isn't a project to upload against on the website, the best thing to do is email the photos to us via projects@halfyardsewingclub.com and we might put them in the newsletter/on the Facebook page (we get quite a lot of photos, so we can't guarantee it!) or otherwise post them in here as you have done! :) Best Claire, HYSC
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Would it be possible to include the QR Video code with each new project - I have just downloaded the Maddie Witch Outfit instructions but the QR code is not included. I know I can access the video without the code at the moment but it would save time later having to add it. Sorry if this is a silly question! Thank you.
kellyhud182003 replied: 5 Oct 21 at 00:56
Ahhh yeah that makes sense, thank you for the explanation, I won't be going anywhere either I love the club and projects.
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Would the cardboard box that cereal comes in be OK to use for the exploding box project? Thinking it will be easier to cut than corrugated card
Megan replied: 29 Sep 21 at 20:12
May be a bit thin so I would put more than one layer on top of each other up to you though
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hi Debbie Just a thought but please could you do a master class on different size sewing machine needles either on a Wednesday or Saturday or on your website please also could you explain which fabrics go with which needles because I think I just use a general size for everything thank you Helene
Shiralee replied: 28 Sep 21 at 10:25
Yes great idea. Also perhaps a technique chat once a month for us newbies at sewing. Like different quilting stitches, tips etc Debbie has done chats about different machine feet and how to clean your machine. They were really helpful.
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Hi everyone I was watching a sewing channel this morning and something was advised to get if your sewing with metallic thread you may need a special sewing machine needle, my Questions are 1) what is a metallic thread needle 2) what size are metallic needles 3) what is the difference between that and a normal needle thank you Helene
Debbie replied: 28 Sep 21 at 13:00
Metallic needles usually have a coating on the inside of the eye to help prevent friction which can create heat and weaken the thread. Technical stuff!
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I am trying to sew using a twin needle on my janome machine but the 2 threads are getting tangled together so one of them keeps breaking. Any suggestions how to overcome this would be great as I am finding it very frustrating.
Debbie replied: 28 Sep 21 at 13:01
Where are they tangling? Could you separate the threads at the spools, maybe put one in a cup at the side of your machine...
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Afternoon, How do I upload a member make please?
Megan replied: 26 Sep 21 at 19:17
Go onto the project which you want to upload and scroll down and on the right hand side you can click and drop to add a photo
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Hi everyone. I think I remember Debbie telling us that we can get discounts at search press even if the book is by another author, is this right or was I just dreaming? If this is right, what code do we enter in search press please? T.I.A
Marilyn replied: 1 Oct 21 at 00:17
Thank you for your feedback, I will keep a close eye on the blog.
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Hi where can i get strips of Velcro from for a bag to close it
Megan replied: 26 Sep 21 at 08:14
Thanks kim
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Which glue gun is best mine is from poundland haa ha but it just ozzes glue sticks only last a minute or so need a decent one time to invest many thanks peeps
Megan replied: 25 Sep 21 at 20:52
Both of those glue guns are mini and fit 7mm glue sticks
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Easy way to transfer the eyes and mouth on to maddies face please
Megan replied: 25 Sep 21 at 18:44
I got the paper pattern behind the fabric and put it against the window and drew the face on with a pencil then I embroidered over it
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if you had signed up for a stall at a christmas fare.... what would you be sewing right now...
kellyhud182003 replied: 26 Sep 21 at 22:13
I am currently sewing for fayres and I am making allsots bowl cosy's, handbags, Christmas gift ware quilts and gifts such as rag dolls.. keeping busy...
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Hi everyone. I have just been given a year's subscription as a birthday present and a very excited about this. I am trying to order the book that is on offer this month, the dressmaking book. When I go to search press with the item in my basket it is charging me for delivery but reading the info on here the delivery should be foc. Can anyone advise me what I am doing wrong please. Thank you
Sharon replied: 25 Sep 21 at 11:04
Thank you Barb I was adding the code to the voucher code box. All sorted now and on order.
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