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where can I find the previous e magazines ? I cannot see them for looking !! thank you xx
Lesley replied: 8 Feb 26 at 14:35
Thank you Barb I have finally read them. A bit late wishing you a Happy Sewing week. xx
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In the pjs pattern , do you have to print out all 54 pages ?
barb replied: 7 Feb 26 at 16:47
Yes, if you are going to construct the pattern yourself. Otherwise you can use the option to get a printer to print it for you.
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Hi members Could anybody shed any light on why my cottons keep breaking on one of my machines. The machine brand is a Frister Rossman if that makes any difference. Its a really sturdy nice machine otherwise. Thank you in advance.x
Annabelle replied: 8 Feb 26 at 09:34
Yes, this has happened to me in the past. I started off buying cheap threads and they were constantly breaking. The rule seems to be that if you are unable to break the thread easily with your fingers it should be good to use in the machine. It sounds like you are going along the right lines now though.
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On the free patterns for the clothes , all I need to know is how much material required. If the material is say 55” wide then say for my size how many metres I require not in inches. Soo confusing
barb replied: 5 Feb 26 at 08:41
Or use a conversion site like this one https://www.unitconverters.net/length/inches-to-meters.htm
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How much material do I need for the A4 pattern fluted skirt size 20?
barb replied: 5 Feb 26 at 04:52
55in (140cm) wide fabric: 57in (145cm) for sizes 8–14 and 69in (175cm) for sizes 16–26
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Is it me being stupid but for the batwing dress do I need 80” which is just over 2 metres of fabric measuring 54 “ wide fabric size 22?
barb replied: 5 Feb 26 at 05:11
Yes. That's right
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Unable to access the first block of 2021 block of the month quilt
barb replied: 4 Feb 26 at 16:52
This one? https://www.halfyardsewingclub.com/projects/block-of-the-month-2021-block-1-maze Opens ok i think
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Hi iam wanting to make the pjs with the lovely jersey sewing machine fabric. How do i make the top longer and how much longer do you think? im 5ft 3". I have just got an overlocker Juki MO 114 never used one before. What size Ball point needles do i use? also i have bought Maraflexi thread do i need 4 spools or just 2 for the needles or will normal thread be ok? and use the flexi for just hemming with twin needle? also could I add pockets to the trousers like on the linen trouser pattern?
Izzy replied: 3 Feb 26 at 20:28
Thank you so much for your reply Laura. You have been super helpful. What size universal needle should I use though? as I have used 80/12 to make some trousers but they are not cotton-jersey.
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I’m making a pillow and I want to put the zipper in the middle so I’m not sewing over it. I think I’ve seen Debbie do this but can’t find it. Could someone help? Thanks
Laura replied: 3 Feb 26 at 08:11
Debbie uses that method for the zip on her book cushion…the whole video is here https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ayc8vt0mf4k but you can fast forward to the zip insertion.
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Hello everyone. For the oversized shirt was there a size guide please. Just not finding it at the moment and my first one was very large.
Brenda replied: 2 Feb 26 at 18:40
Ah thank you Barb
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Does anyone know somewhere that takes off cuts/ scraps of fabric for recycling? I take larger, useable pieces to a local charity shop. But I have saved all those tiny pieces to use as filing for draught excluders. However I have more than I’ll ever use and don’t want to put them into landfill. I asked the charity shop what they do with their surplus fabric/ clothes and the company they used to send theirs to no longer wants them. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks
Brenda replied: 2 Feb 26 at 15:24
Hello Sue I take mine to schools and nurseries for children’s colleges etc.
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What’s the best paper for tracing out pattern pieces in the batwing top Debbie made today.
Rachel replied: 17 Feb 26 at 12:40
Thank you for that. I will have a look at tracing paper.
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Where do I find the livestreams to re watch? X
HYSC replied: 2 Feb 26 at 09:23
Hi it's up now!
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In the welcome to the block of the month 2026 instructions, I am following the before you start 'cutting instructions'. The line that says 2 x 9" squares in B/G and 2 x strips in Fab C.... it doesn't say what block they are being cut for. Please can someone let me know what block they are to be used with. Thanks 😊
Sue replied: 1 Feb 26 at 17:17
Thanks Laura, I will send them an email to confirm.
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Where can I buy a good quality popper attachment kit? Please
Laura replied: 1 Feb 26 at 09:59
Sewing Sreet have the KAM kits which are really popular. I have linked them here https://www.sewingstreet.com/en-gb/product/hemline-assorted-kam-plastic-snap-starter-kit-and-pliers-bundle-(12-x-12.4mm-x-15-sets)/zc6605/
