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Vimeo is asking for me to sign up in order to watch the video, is this usual?
Laura replied: 28 Jun 25 at 17:59
You have to put your name in so that you can comment so that may be the reason 😊
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Can anyone tell me where to watch this weeks video please I know it’s on the Halfyard ?
Andrea replied: 28 Jun 25 at 13:27
It will be on the front page. See you there
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I have cut out the pattern for the wide trousers, the back is much wider than the front Is this correct?
Jean replied: 3 Jul 25 at 13:55
Yes, Vivien, the back pieces of trousers are generally is wider than the front pieces. It's to give more room to sit down and also we are wider round the back than the front!!
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Hi everyone! We hope you are all having a lovely week! We'd like to apologize, and note that we found an error in Block 11 for this year's BOTM quilt (2025). This is the block that will go live on November 1st and we're glad we've spotted this ahead of time. However, this does mean the cutting instructions related to this block in the intro were incorrect. This year's quilt introduction has now been updated, and we recommend downloading or printing the new instructions. We're so sorry for any inconvenience caused, and hopefully you have the time to cut the correctly sized fabric pieces before November. :) Very best wishes, team HYSC x
Andrea replied: 28 Jun 25 at 12:19
So the fabrics listed in the instructions arethey enough to make the quilt? (alteration)
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I am making the fluted hem skirt, as I’m only 5ft can someone advise me as to the best way to shorten the skirt, and by how much, ? Thank you
Tina replied: 25 Jun 25 at 10:24
Thank you Laura I’ve found the information!
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Can someone explain what understitching is and what is it for? I made my first top and omitted the understitching because I wasn’t sure where to sew. Thanks
Sue replied: 24 Jun 25 at 12:58
Thank you Laura, will check YouTube
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Has anyone else had problems receiving the code for the 2 year subscription
HYSC replied: 23 Jun 25 at 10:56
Susan, please email info@halfyardsewingclub.com if you haven't yet received your code. Best, Claire, HYSC
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Hi please could some tell me where the pattern is for the wide leg trousers, I can see the instructions but not the pattern.many thanks Phyllis
Phyllis replied: 22 Jun 25 at 20:48
Thank you very much Barb I didn't read the instructions properly, that will teach me not to rush. Thank you again
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Hello to everyone. Has anyone made the Small Square Bag, with a bamboo handle, from Debbie's other website? In the picture it is a gold coloured background fabric, with pink and green flowers on. Is there enough width at the sides to fit hardware on, as I would like to put a fabric handle, instead of the bamboo type. Thank you.
Bev replied: 3 Jul 25 at 19:23
Thank you Laura for your help
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Anyone had a email saying payment due the end of June? I am a new member who has paid and subscribed for the 2 years...
HYSC replied: 23 Jun 25 at 08:44
Hi all, sorry for any confusion. If you can see you are on the 2 year membership in My Account then don't worry; this is the renewal reminder that we mentioned in the redemption email - "You may receive monthly emails from our payment portal counting down the balance on your account. You will not be charged while on a code membership. You can check the status of your membership in 'My Account'" You should just receive an invoice for £0 when it comes through.
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Hi, which thread do you use when dressmaking ? Aurofil or gutterman? Thanks x
Debbie replied: 23 Jun 25 at 14:52
Personally I use Gutterman and a=save my Aurufil for quilting, but either will do the trick!
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Hi. I'm new to dress making and found that now I've washed my material it is really hard to cut in a straight line. Any tips please
Laura replied: 24 Jun 25 at 08:17
You could give your fabric a spray of Best Press or spray starch when you iron after washing to give a bit more body to the fabric while you are cutting. Hope this helps 😊
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I am making the wide leg trousers but the linen fabric I chose is see-through. I would like to line them but can't find any instructions on how to do this. Are there any tips on this site?
Laura replied: 24 Jun 25 at 08:39
I don’t think it covers lining of garments on this site ..I did copy this from the internet “ Cut out the lining pieces with the same seam allowances as for the fabric pieces. Transfer all markings from the pattern pieces to the lining. Pin the right side of the lining pieces to the wrong fabric side of the front trouser pieces and baste round all edges. Then treat these pieces as one layer of fabric.” Hopefully this may help. You can also buy pant slips on line (basically an underskirt/petticoat with legs 😊) so it may be worth considering purchasing that as a solution to wear with any wide legged trousers.
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Have tried several times to download the shift dress pattern without success what can I do if anything thanks
HYSC replied: 24 Jun 25 at 16:52
Deb - can you let us know what problem you are having? Have you taken a look at the FAQs? https://www.halfyardsewingclub.com/faq#question14
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Hi there , is there a wine bottle gift bag project on site - I thought I’d seen one but cannot seem to find it now ?
Crazyjaynie replied: 20 Jun 25 at 16:54
Thanks yes there is ! Also I know where I saw it , I’ve just found it in the Spring Collection book …doh ! Thanks again
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I am new to this club, could you please tell me when the online is live, and how do I get to it
barb replied: 19 Jun 25 at 17:41
There will be a countdown to the on line sessions on the home page here. On the day you just go to the home page and join. The next one is planned for June 28th. See the calendar under blog for details. Hope this helps
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Every time I try to download a pattern I’m asked to sign in again and again and again. I gave up after the third attempt today. I’ve tried before with the same outcome. It’s very frustrating
Belsew replied: 11 Jul 25 at 14:24
I am having the same problem, it certainly isn’t an easy site to work from
