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Lorraine asked:

I'am trying to watch cookie the polar bear tutorial video. But it won't play am I doing something wrong. All the other tutorial videos are fine.

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HYSC replied: 15 Dec 22 at 09:07

That's strange. Maybe try clearing your cache and seeing if that helps? If you are using an iPad this may help: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/ipad/ipad0bb843d8/ipados
Lorraine asked:

I'm trying to watch cookie the polar bear tutorial video. and it won't play. am I doing something wrong. all the other tutorial videos are fine .
Sam asked:

How do I join the FB group?

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Megan replied: 15 Dec 22 at 07:10

https://www.facebook.com/HalfYardSewingClub/ https://www.facebook.com/debbieshoresewing https://www.facebook.com/DebbieShoreSewingOnline
jools asked:

Hi, I am making the overnight bag but don't have the measurements for the end panels...they're not in the instructions; can anyone help please? Thank you.
Sandie asked:

I?m struggling to sew a pvc apron on my Singer Heavy Duty. My tension is leaving the top thread showing at the bottom. I have adjusted the tension from 2- 8 in half increments and it?s making no difference! Any suggestions please it?s a new model only had it 2 months.
Mel asked:

I?m having trouble with inserting zips. My main issue is working with the zip and where does the zipper tag go when you?re stitching??

Joan replied: 15 Dec 22 at 20:00

Hi Mel ..Put in YouTube how to insert a zip you should find plenty of advice for different makes.
Alanna asked:

Has anyone used h640 on a quilt before? Want to make a quilt using a circle template & I have lots of h640. Will be cutting it into 5 inch squares
Alanna asked:

Finished my first Sashiko panel, on to the next one! Used a hook to make it easier to hold

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Lindylou replied: 16 Dec 22 at 15:24

It?s gorgeous , I have posted mine too xx
Georgie asked:

Hi all, fairly new sewer here. Would like some advice on how to stop the machine swallowing corners when sewing flying geese? I don't want to leave the corners unsewn? When I reverse it still chews the corner. Thanks!
Bev asked:

Good morning, I've been reading the instructions for the QAYG BOTM 2023 and the link to English Paper Piecing is 'Not Found'.

HYSC replied: 9 Dec 22 at 09:20

Hi - thanks for letting us know - the link has been corrected!
Sharon asked:

Can somebody tell me if you can wash Viscose Challis in the washing machine or is it best to hand wash and also to dry flat or tumble dryer please ?
Mel asked:

Hi I want to make a bag for the lounge which we can store our kindling wood in (scrappy wood). I?m thinking cork might be the best medium for making this, but I?ve not used cork before so not sure?

Georgie replied: 10 Dec 22 at 12:50

I've never worked with Cork, but canvas fabric is fairly robust too.
Sally asked:

I?m getting ready to make the polar bear. On this pattern do I need to tape the body pieces together before cutting. Trying not to waste the fabric.

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Joan replied: 11 Dec 22 at 20:22

Hi Sally I'm about to cut my polar bear did you get it finished?
Angela asked:

Hi everyone, I just want to know how much red and tan fleece do i need to make Rosie reindeer, would 1/2 metre of each be enough ?

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Sally replied: 7 Dec 22 at 21:49

Laura I made three and yes I did the same thing.
HYSC asked:

Returning projects for 2023 - don't forget to cast your vote for any former projects that you would like to see made available again! Hurry - you only have until the end of December to vote! See this blog post for the full list! https://www.halfyardsewingclub.com/blog/vote-now-for-projects-to-return-in-2023
HYSC asked:

The next project in Debbie's Mega Christmas Giveaway is now available! https://www.halfyardsewingclub.com/blog/debbie-shores-mega-christmas-decoration-giveaway-ball-decorations
Amanda asked:

I'm planning on making Debbie's scalloped top gift bag from youtube - see link below - but I can't make out where the turning gap is. Anyone who's made it that can help me out? Thxx https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pjlp2jcyf_E&t=1s

Amanda replied: 8 Dec 22 at 22:00

Ooh, I missed that! Thanks Barb xx
Les asked:

Have any of you used flex frames to make small purses or glasses cases? Are they easy to fit?

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I'am trying to watch cookie the polar bear tutorial video. But it won't play am I doing something wrong. All the other tutorial videos are fine.

HYSC replied: 15 Dec 22 at 09:07

I'm trying to watch cookie the polar bear tutorial video. and it won't play. am I doing something wrong. all the other tutorial videos are fine .

How do I join the FB group?

Megan replied: 15 Dec 22 at 07:10

Hi, I am making the overnight bag but don't have the measurements for the end panels...they're not in the instructions; can anyone help please? Thank you.

I?m struggling to sew a pvc apron on my Singer Heavy Duty. My tension is leaving the top thread showing at the bottom. I have adjusted the tension from 2- 8 in half increments and it?s making no difference! Any suggestions please it?s a new model only had it 2 months.

I?m having trouble with inserting zips. My main issue is working with the zip and where does the zipper tag go when you?re stitching??

Joan replied: 15 Dec 22 at 20:00

Has anyone used h640 on a quilt before? Want to make a quilt using a circle template & I have lots of h640. Will be cutting it into 5 inch squares

Finished my first Sashiko panel, on to the next one! Used a hook to make it easier to hold

Lindylou replied: 16 Dec 22 at 15:24

Hi all, fairly new sewer here. Would like some advice on how to stop the machine swallowing corners when sewing flying geese? I don't want to leave the corners unsewn? When I reverse it still chews the corner. Thanks!

Good morning, I've been reading the instructions for the QAYG BOTM 2023 and the link to English Paper Piecing is 'Not Found'.

HYSC replied: 9 Dec 22 at 09:20

Can somebody tell me if you can wash Viscose Challis in the washing machine or is it best to hand wash and also to dry flat or tumble dryer please ?

Hi I want to make a bag for the lounge which we can store our kindling wood in (scrappy wood). I?m thinking cork might be the best medium for making this, but I?ve not used cork before so not sure?

Georgie replied: 10 Dec 22 at 12:50

I?m getting ready to make the polar bear. On this pattern do I need to tape the body pieces together before cutting. Trying not to waste the fabric.

Joan replied: 11 Dec 22 at 20:22

Hi everyone, I just want to know how much red and tan fleece do i need to make Rosie reindeer, would 1/2 metre of each be enough ?

Sally replied: 7 Dec 22 at 21:49

The next project in Debbie's Mega Christmas Giveaway is now available! https://www.halfyardsewingclub.com/blog/debbie-shores-mega-christmas-decoration-giveaway-ball-decorations

I'm planning on making Debbie's scalloped top gift bag from youtube - see link below - but I can't make out where the turning gap is. Anyone who's made it that can help me out? Thxx https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pjlp2jcyf_E&t=1s

Amanda replied: 8 Dec 22 at 22:00

Have any of you used flex frames to make small purses or glasses cases? Are they easy to fit?

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