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Sew Maddie has arrived! Fabric suggestions and more
By Debbie Shore
Welcome to the wonderful world of Maddie! Inspired by the Half Yard Sewing Club’s favourite heirloom rag doll, join a brand-new Maddie on her adventures throughout the seasons. Beginning with advice on all the fabrics and tools your need, along with handy techniques, learn how to make your 66cm (26in) tall Maddie doll and her fun […]
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Sewing a tie side jumper using retro tufted fabric
By Debbie Shore
How fun is this knit fabric? As soon as it arrived, I knew I had to make some sort of jumper out of it! I’ve been loving the rise of crochet clothing trend over the past few years, but because I haven’t learnt how to crochet, I’ve had to admire from a far. There is […]
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How to sew a Christmas Present Quilting Block – Wall hanging and cushion cover sewing tutorial
By Debbie Shore
Decorate your home this Christmas with this festive wall hanging and cushions set. They are both made using half of the Christmas Squares panel with a plain cream and plain red cotton. This tutorial uses the Christmas present quilting block to make a wall hanging and 2 small cushions, but this same technique can be […]
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Sew a Quilted Christmas Stocking with Cuff – Debbie Shore Gingerbread Biscuits Fabric
By Debbie Shore
This quilted stocking will be a favourite each Christmas, and is a perfect way to introduce a touch of classic style to your festive celebrations! We’ve used fusible fleece to interface but wadding/batting would work just as well, you may like to use a basting spray (505) if using a non-fusible. Finished size: 11” x […]
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How to Sew a Buttoned Cushion Cover
By Debbie Shore
Cushions can make such a difference to a room, adding a splash of colour to a plain room, cosy comfort to your sofa or a touch of luxury in the bedroom. This is a simple envelope styled cushion cover which can be made in any fabric to match your decor, try mixing colours and prints […]
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Box Bag Sewing Tutorial by Debbie Shore
By Debbie Shore
Sew a handy box bag to store toys or even cosmetics in, depending on your fabric choice. Materials: · Two 15” x 12” pieces outer fabric · Two 15” x 12” pieces of lining fabric pink cotton poplin · Two pieces 15” x 12” fusible fleece H640 · 12” zip (shop zips) · 10” ribbon […]
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How to Sew a Storage Cube
By Debbie Shore
Materials used – 1 Winter Spice panel 18″ square lining fabric 18″ square Vileselene H630 fusible fleece 1. Cut your panel into an 18″ square, the same size as your lining fabric. Fuse fleece onto the wrong side of the panel fabric. 2. Sew the panel and lining pieces right sides together with a 1/4″ seam […]
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Simple Quilt using the ‘Be Wild’ Art Gallery Fabric Panel by Kym
By Debbie Shore
A really effective quilt to make using panels, this easy project will brighten up any room. I’ve used fabric from the Art Gallery Fabrics capsule collection called Pacha. Art Gallery Fabrics are known for their 100% premium cottons which are so luxurious and soft which are perfect for cosy bedding and clothing alike! What you’ll […]
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Corner Lock Clutch Bag – Free Bag Tutorial
By Debbie Shore
This simple, elegant bag is given a professional finish with a stylish lock clasp. A non-directional print works best.Fusible foam stabiliser adds form to the bag, if you’d prefer to use fusible fleece, add to each section of fabric. Cut: · 3 pieces of fabric measuring 11” x 15” (shop all fabric)· 1 piece single sided foam […]
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How to Sew a Laptop Bag with Pockets – Video Tutorial
By Debbie Shore
This handy laptop bag is perfect on the go. The padded case gives that added protection for your belongings and the pockets on the front are great for keeping loose items such as pens and notepads organised. click here for the video!
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