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I want to make the March 2020 convertible backpack bag but have never tried one with so many pieces. I want to make one from some canvas fabric I have spare, as a trial. I plan on adding a quarter inch extra to the top & bottom of Backpack Base pattern piece. Is this the only alteration I need to make to the pattern? In the video Debbie mentions adding extra to the main fabric too but I don't know why? If it is required, I don't know what other parts of pattern to alter. Can anyone help?? Many thanks Cheryl
Cheryl replied: 30 Jun 20 at 10:45
Sorry, put smiley face & came up question marks! Thank you x
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What size needle if I?m using fusible foam. For Tote bag
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DAINE replied: 28 Jun 20 at 11:24
hi i would use a demin needle, hope this helps. happy sewing stay safe.
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Page 2? is showing an error message, anyone else got this problem?
Studio44 replied: 29 Jun 20 at 12:02
Glad to hear it!
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is Vilene H630 fusible fleece suitable for Debbies convertible backpack?
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Linda replied: 25 Jul 20 at 16:49
Thank you all for your response. I did use it and it went well
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Can bobbin fill be used for dress making or only for patchwork or embroidery?
Linda replied: 25 Jun 20 at 11:24
Thank you for reply I wasn't sure if strong enough. Will save lot more thread.x
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Unfortunately the kits for the reversible bag on sewing street were sold when I tried to order. Could someone tell me which book of Debbie's?the pattern is in? Thank you.
Iona replied: 25 Jun 20 at 14:12
Tina, thank you I will have a look.
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Where do I find the code for debbies web site Thank you
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Mary replied: 23 Jun 20 at 05:39
Thank you that helps a lot
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Hi all can I ask how you all?store your fabric when you have a limited amount of space. Thanks
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Dawn replied: 25 Jul 20 at 17:33
hi Wendy. I have mine in a cupboard but if you look on Pinterest there are some good ideas for storing things. Ikea have some interesting sewing room ideas and layouts... it all depends how much space and fabric you have!! X
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Hi there, In the tote bag book there's a section on making zipper tabs but I don't understand the instruction on page 17 pictures 3&4. Regards Angela
Angela replied: 23 Jun 20 at 17:33
Many thank Cassie, I understand it now.
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I am new to bag making although I do a lot of dressmaking. I have just bought some lovel bee canvas fabric and I am just wondering as its a thicker fabric if I need to put interfacing to strengthen it. I am going to make Debbies Shopper Tote Bag which is on youtube as my first one. Also, can you use an invisible zip for a pocket etc. Thanks
Cassie replied: 23 Jun 20 at 16:51
Interfacing is your preference. Do you want an easily folded bag, use light or no interfacing. If your outside material is see through, use some kind of interfacing. Want the bag to "stand", use a heavier interfacing or foam. The joy of making something yourself is being able to put in whatever you want. If you know how to install an invisible zip, do it! Happy sewing!
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Any tips on machine smocking a child?s dress
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DAINE replied: 17 Jun 20 at 15:44
Hi well i dont no if this will help you a i have only one machine smocking two or three time, but what i did was fold all the pleats and give them a good steam, then a pin them and also tack them,i did fond that tacking was better than the time i pined, i then use a nice colour thread that would show up on the fabric i was useing ,and machine sewed lines across the pleasts,i did a tester to see how far would be best for the decorative stitchi was going to use on my machine,after that i use a water eraser pen,so my lines was straight, once i did that i use a diffent colour thread to machine the the pattern i had chosen from my machineto sew inbetween the lines,i have also did the line useing cotton elastic or shirring elastic.well i hope this is of some help.happy sewing saty safe and well.
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How do I get 10% off orders from DS fabric?
Debbie replied: 12 Jun 20 at 07:54
Go to the 'offers' page here, make a note of the discount code [it's MEMBER] then go to www.debbieshoresewing.co.uk and enter the code into the coupon box when you place your order. Enjoy your fabric!
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Just wondering if there are any patterns for clothes for Maddie?? I've searched but get error messages.
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Heather replied: 10 Jun 20 at 16:42
Hi Denise You should find them okay under sewing projects for April on the half yard club Regards Heather
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Hi all, has anyone bought the latest book of Debbie's? I'm interested to know if the patterns are printed in the back of the book, or are they like the build a bag books with the templates already cut? ?
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Jean replied: 10 Jun 20 at 13:32
Thank you Debbie. ,????
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Dear All, I hope someone here can help my mother-in-law and myself. She has this old Naumann machine. But no manual. Does anyone here have the manual and are willing to share? Or know someone I can contact? Thank you very much
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Isabella replied: 9 Jun 20 at 15:42
Thank you all. Now I have some translating to do as my mother-in-law doesn't speak English :)
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Hi I have downloaded and printed Maddys dress pattern can you tell me is there a pattern piece for the bottom of Maddys dress as it appears I have two pattern pieces for Maddys knickers but no pattern piece for the bottom of Maddys dress.? ? thanks Sonya?
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Sonya replied: 5 Jun 20 at 07:54
I?ve got it, thanks Sonya
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Is there a group fb page to show and encourage each other?
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Studio44 replied: 5 Jun 20 at 14:42
Hi Janet, We do always post all the information on the Half Yard Sewing Club facebook page but it is not a closed group. You can also see members projects there and each album is divided by project. We are currently working on adding a forum alongside this ask a member page. Feel free to ask us at any time if you can't find something on the site.
