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Having trouble with the pet bed. First of all, is there a bottom other than the actual cushion with the zip? Second, I can't wrap my head around the measurements. I'm using a 45 cm inner pillow. Any help would be much appreciated!
Amanda replied: 14 Aug 21 at 16:45
This is a huge help, thank you so much!
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Hi could anyone help please. I was going to make the Debbie shore relaxation set as a Christmas gift for my sister but it has gone from here now. I thought I might be able to find on the HYSC Facebook page but I can only find the introduction video and not how to make. Is it in one of the books I could buy please or have I missed my chance? Thank you
Leighanne replied: 11 Aug 21 at 12:02
Aw thank you everyone for your help, and thank you so much Megan for the link I really appreciate it.
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Hi everyone, really hoping someone can help, I am trying to make the kimono jacket but the neck band is a couple of inches short, I have check and rechecked my measurements and they are right so I can?t understand what I have done wrong because in the video Debbie said that the neck pieces should be too long. Any suggestions?
Julie replied: 6 Aug 21 at 09:10
I have cut longer pieces and am hoping it still looks as good but I honestly can?t work out where I went wrong, it?s the smaller size too so if anything I should have even more excess. Will post pics when it?s finished
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Looking at the wax wrap and wondering what the purpose of jojoba oil is?
HYSC replied: 5 Aug 21 at 14:57
Hi Elaine, Please see this response from Debbie! https://www.halfyardsewingclub.com/forum/961
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Hi guys so I have my own business and I sell things I make and sew so I wondering if you guys had any ideas for Christmas gifts, Decorations, items I could sell? I need to make them now so I can have them ready for selling at Christmas time. Thanks any ideas would be great
Megan replied: 13 Aug 21 at 19:29
Yes great idea thanks Alice
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Hi everyone, I want to make the simple box top but I?m not sure which stitch symbol on my machine is for zig zag stitch. Unfortunately when I got it there was nothing in the instructions about what the stitches are so I?m unsure which one I should use. I think it might be either 4 or 5 but I?m not sure. My machine is not computerised but I do have the option to adjust the length of my stitches. I wish my machine told me what all the stitches were as I?ve not got a clue, maybe Debbie could do a chart showing what the symbols are for use novices? Thank in advance.
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BW replied: 3 Aug 21 at 12:43
Thanks for that Barb, I was getting rather confused with which stitch to use. I shall give those a try.
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hi everybody I have an usual question, please could you help me I have some Lycra (I think, but it is stretchy) fabric floral design, but I'm not sure how to deal with it 1 do I need a special needle? 2 is there anything I need to start with it? 3 can I use pins in it than you Helene
Debbie replied: 3 Aug 21 at 14:51
Hi Helene, use a stretch needle for lycra, you can use pins, and a wal;king foot will help to prevent stretching when you sew. Be careful not to stretch the fabric or you'll have frilly seams! A polyester thread is preferable too.
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Does anyone know where to get the pattern for the towelling head wrap that Debbie did a couple of Saturdays ago please?
Megan replied: 2 Aug 21 at 11:26
https://youtu.be/HQhOZnM4KgY
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Hi everyone Looking at making a little dress for my grandchildren. Would the beige babycord fabric be a suitable option from debbieshoresewing.com website? Thank you
Megan replied: 2 Aug 21 at 07:29
Babycord is perfect for dressmaking
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Could someone please let me know what Jojoba oil to use for the sandwich wraps, I've just googled it & there's so many types. Many thanks
Confused replied: 2 Aug 21 at 22:04
Hi Megan thank you so much for your help, I appreciate your help. Kathy
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Hi everyone, so I have these metallic threads and I was hoping to try them out. I have the Metallic needles but I was wondering about bobbins. Do you use this on the under thread as well as the top thread or use a normal thread for the bobbin and metallic for the top? Thank you
Megan replied: 3 Aug 21 at 15:42
Ok
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where to find debbie's material for sale
Anne replied: 8 Aug 21 at 19:08
Don?t forget to use your members code
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When dressmaking for a size 18 would you choose large or small flower fabric? Many thanks Chris
Debbie replied: 1 Aug 21 at 07:48
I'd go for small, more flattering and you won't have to worry about pattern matching!
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I?m making the backpack Debbie made with the top hat fabric. It didn?t dawn on me until I got too far to not finish it! I?m making it for a 2 1/2 year old for Christmas but he is probably not going to be able to tie it. Any suggestions on how to finish off the sides on the top? Are they too wide to just leave them open? Dang, I really like the gather on it. Help?
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Debbie replied: 1 Aug 21 at 07:49
how about adding a couple of pieces of elastic to the sides?
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How thick is the piping cord used in covered piping on the everyday bag? I want to make my own as I can't get quite the colour I need. I'm guessing 3mm.
Debbie replied: 1 Aug 21 at 07:51
3mm is a nice width for a bag I think, it makes a subtle trim, if it's too thick it could look a bit clumsy...
