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I know it’s on the blog page (under) am I being really dim … phew
Bernie replied: 24 Feb 25 at 22:23
Thank you found it know … x
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Hello, just for your information. If you are making the Quilt from Debbie’s book and printing off downloads for the quilt, remember to set your printer to 100% , my printer defaults to 92%, I had to reset it. There are also a few printing errors in the book but if you go to www.bookmarkedhub you will see a section to click on where they explain mistakes and put them right. I hope this is helpful to anyone making it. I have started it and really enjoying doing it.
Sherry replied: 26 Feb 25 at 18:03
Thank you Blodwen that’s very helpful indeed. I have gone through the book noting up the errors, but I’m at a loss as to what to do with the small heart template on page 171 which has just been circled. It looks too big? Maybe if and when I have a go at the block for week 26 ‘Small Flower 4’ it’ll become obvious. It’s a shame the book wasn’t properly proof read before being published - I’ve made a right mess of my book now. Anyway, thanks again Blodwen x
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Re: batwing dress. Struggling to lay out the pattern pieces on my fabric prior to cutting out. I have successfully stuck the pieces together and roughly separated the pieces. I am doing size 14 and trying to place the pieces on the lengthwise grain, but the fold line is not long enough to place each piece on the fold. How do I solve this please? Do I need to use the crosswise grain instead? Or do I need to re-fold the fabric between cuts? Thank you!
TINA replied: 9 Mar 25 at 02:51
Hi Viv I have made three batwing dresses. I am a size 12/14. Up to this size you fold your fabric lengthways into the the middle which will create two folding areas either side on which to lay your pattern pieces. Debbie explains that beyond this size you will require more fabric to allow for a different layout using the one longer fold whereby you would lay your pattern pieces one above the other. I hope this makes sense and helps with your query.
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I made this bag a while back and would like to make another, but I can’t find the tutorial. Help please. You join strips of fabric, then cut it and join again, but in what way I can’t remember. Thank you
Judy replied: 23 Feb 25 at 15:12
Hi Sherry, thank you this is great 😀. I would never has said it was that long ago! Definitely time to make another one x
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Help, fellow sewers. My sewing skills have have been all at sea this week. Went utterly and totally wrong on the bag I was making myself and even after trying to rescue have put the magnetic clasps on the wrong side leaving marks/holes where fitted and the fabric frays. Will a bit of glue help do you think and if I find something to cover the spots marked.
Brenda replied: 23 Feb 25 at 15:36
Hi Mel thank you for that info will look for some. The label idea is good will have a think and see what can come up with. Many thanks.
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I've downloaded the cathedral window place mat but I've got no steps with it I've done it twice now and get the same
barb replied: 18 Feb 25 at 14:11
there are no steps. Its an extra project which is a short video. The 'steps' are as below. This placemat might be my speediest 'quick make' yet! Just follow along with the video above – you'll be able to make this in 10 minutes or less!
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What is the new discount password please
Jacqui replied: 18 Feb 25 at 19:28
Thankyou barb,i have found it. ..
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Hi, how many meters of fabric do you need for the batwing dress for size 16
barb replied: 18 Feb 25 at 10:52
Materials 80in (203cm) length of 54in (137cm) wide jersey fabric for sizes 16–26 ¼in (5mm) wide elastic: for the length, use your waist measurement minus 3in (7.5cm) or simply wrap the elastic around your waist to see what feels comfortable and add approx.1in (2.5cm) for an overlap
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Hi, I have a query regarding the fluted hem skirt. I have noticed on Debbies tutorial that it shows the fluted hem part is cut on the straight grain. However, on the printed pattern and the photo instructions, this shows it should be cut on the bias. Which is correct, does anyone know.
Ann replied: 22 Feb 25 at 19:58
Hi. Thanks for both replies. In the end and with the fabric I have available, I cut the flounce with the grain parallel to the fold line and it’s worked out. I’ve uploaded photo onto the makes if you want to take a look.
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Hi Please can I ask how to add a border to an appliquéd quilt . I have wadding underneath and surplus wadding around my top. Do I cut my wadding off to my existing quilt or do I use the wadding when adding my border. I'm quite new to quilting and would welcome any help with my border problem. Thank you in advance. Tina
TINA replied: 17 Feb 25 at 20:41
Thank you so much Barb.
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Hi All 💙🪡🧵💖 I’ve joined today after following Debbie on You Tube…. I’ve ordered lots of fabric tonight, but not bought it yet as I thought as a member we get discount?? Can someone clarify what I need to do please? TIA Lou🧵🪡
barb replied: 15 Feb 25 at 18:09
Welcome. The code for the discount is under blog on this site.
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Hi all , I am making Debbie’s large pencil case and in the instructions it says to have an 8 inch zip and an 18 inch zip but the instructions don’t mention anything about the 8 inch zip can you tell me if this is a mistake or have I missed something. Thank you
barb replied: 16 Feb 25 at 10:25
Suggest you contact as below. You can contact us for general, shipping, bulk order and product enquiries at enquiries@debbieshoresewing.com
