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Valerie asked:

I am thinking of making presents for birthdays and even next Christmas early, wanting a toothbrush holder pattern and have seen someone make a makeup bag with pockets both sides. Unfortunately I am not good at making things without a pattern and even prefer videos, any ideas gratefully received, thank you.
Sally asked:

I’m wanting to make Elsie the mouse. Can Someone tell me is it hand sewing or can the mouse be sewn on machine. Thank you
Judi asked:

Hi I cant work out how to send a thank you for an answer to my question! So, Thank You Debbie for advising me on Fiskar’s Pinking Shears! Excellent Judi xxx

barb replied: 10 Jan 26 at 17:52

click on the original post and a box to reply comes up.
Sue asked:

My miniature sewing room I finished today ….

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Kim replied: 5 Feb 26 at 21:13

That is fabulous, Sue. You’ve done a wonderful job!
Valerie asked:

I am looking at a simple pattern of a material roll with toweling backing for toothbrushes, razer etc has anyone seen one please.
Amanda asked:

Is the Cuddly Easter Rabbit Toy safe for babies? I want to make one for a friend who's expecting. I'm thinking the eyes especially.

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Amanda replied: 8 Jan 26 at 08:46

I guess the glue and the French knot for the eyes make the felt piece sturdy enough for babies?
Meggie asked:

Hi Debbie Will you do a video of the sew along make. The Dresden Mat. I missed it and want to know how to finish it off please. Margaret

barb replied: 6 Jan 26 at 15:56

Its here https://www.halfyardsewingclub.com/blog/saturday-sewcial-live-december-2025-dresden-placemat
Debs asked:

Evening I am currently making the quilted back pack from the build a bag series I cannot work out how to put the pocket on front of bag First time Debbie’s instructions have me beat Can anyone help or point me in the direction of a video showing this pocket Thank you in advance Debs C
Linda asked:

I made a small needle case a few years ago with a zipped pocket and felt "pages" inside for tge needles, which was fastened with ties but I can't find the pattern anywhere on the website. Has anyone seen it or has it been discontinued?

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Linda replied: 4 Jan 26 at 17:01

Yes! Thank you Barb. Didn't think to look on the live streams. Thank you so much! Linda
Lindy asked:

How do you sew on Digger dog ears
Brenda asked:

Good morning. Total novice with quilting and looking at the new block of the month thinking to have a go when I can. Could you tell me what a fabric adhesive sheet is please

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Brenda replied: 4 Jan 26 at 21:11

Thank you Barb
Sophie asked:

Hello, I have downloaded the owl project template (Corinne Lapierre) from the 3rd issue of the magazine. Is there something missing to do the white bit around the eyes? Should I improvise? not my strong point:)!
Judi asked:

Happy New Year everyone! I have question - please could anyone recommend a GOOD pair of pinking shears? Preferably at the lighter end of the weight spectrum too. Here’s hoping Thanks Judi 🎹

Debbie replied: 10 Jan 26 at 14:32

Pinking shears will always feel a bit stiff, but Fiskars do a sprung version that makes them easier to use...
Julia asked:

HNY to all. I have been a member for a few years but haven’t logged in for a few months, I came across the new emagazine (now issue #3) available. I would like to read and download the previous 2 issues I’ve missed but can’t find them. Can someone guide me how to find them on here please? Thank you :-)

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barb replied: 2 Jan 26 at 13:33

welcome back !
Karen Poodle asked:

Please I am reading issue 3 magazine it doesn’t let me enter competitions or click On the links can someone help?
Kimmy asked:

When is the new block of the month 26 going to be posted, I thought it was today

HYSC replied: 1 Jan 26 at 13:05

Hi, It'll be up on the 3rd January - here is the latest newsletter https://email.studio44.agency/t/r-22BE58BA23443EB42540EF23F30FEDED which gives some key dates!
Rosy asked:

Where is the sew along for Dec 27th please? I thought it would be uploaded by now but can’t find it 😕

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Rosy replied: 1 Jan 26 at 14:55

Thanks, found it now :)
Shirley asked:

I cannot remember who replied to my saying that my Janome doesn’t cope with thickness? Would like to as questions if you don’t mind. Shirleyb

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I’m wanting to make Elsie the mouse. Can Someone tell me is it hand sewing or can the mouse be sewn on machine. Thank you

Hi I cant work out how to send a thank you for an answer to my question! So, Thank You Debbie for advising me on Fiskar’s Pinking Shears! Excellent Judi xxx

barb replied: 10 Jan 26 at 17:52

My miniature sewing room I finished today ….

Kim replied: 5 Feb 26 at 21:13

I am looking at a simple pattern of a material roll with toweling backing for toothbrushes, razer etc has anyone seen one please.

Is the Cuddly Easter Rabbit Toy safe for babies? I want to make one for a friend who's expecting. I'm thinking the eyes especially.

Amanda replied: 8 Jan 26 at 08:46

Hi Debbie Will you do a video of the sew along make. The Dresden Mat. I missed it and want to know how to finish it off please. Margaret

barb replied: 6 Jan 26 at 15:56

Evening I am currently making the quilted back pack from the build a bag series I cannot work out how to put the pocket on front of bag First time Debbie’s instructions have me beat Can anyone help or point me in the direction of a video showing this pocket Thank you in advance Debs C

I made a small needle case a few years ago with a zipped pocket and felt "pages" inside for tge needles, which was fastened with ties but I can't find the pattern anywhere on the website. Has anyone seen it or has it been discontinued?

Linda replied: 4 Jan 26 at 17:01

How do you sew on Digger dog ears

Good morning. Total novice with quilting and looking at the new block of the month thinking to have a go when I can. Could you tell me what a fabric adhesive sheet is please

Brenda replied: 4 Jan 26 at 21:11

Hello, I have downloaded the owl project template (Corinne Lapierre) from the 3rd issue of the magazine. Is there something missing to do the white bit around the eyes? Should I improvise? not my strong point:)!

Happy New Year everyone! I have question - please could anyone recommend a GOOD pair of pinking shears? Preferably at the lighter end of the weight spectrum too. Here’s hoping Thanks Judi 🎹

Debbie replied: 10 Jan 26 at 14:32

barb replied: 2 Jan 26 at 13:33

Please I am reading issue 3 magazine it doesn’t let me enter competitions or click On the links can someone help?

When is the new block of the month 26 going to be posted, I thought it was today

HYSC replied: 1 Jan 26 at 13:05

Where is the sew along for Dec 27th please? I thought it would be uploaded by now but can’t find it 😕

Rosy replied: 1 Jan 26 at 14:55

I cannot remember who replied to my saying that my Janome doesn’t cope with thickness? Would like to as questions if you don’t mind. Shirleyb

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