Your presentation was perfect! You make everything so easy to understand and I feel like all the information is given to help understand the process. I'm excited about doing more wool projects. I have a kit I purchased over 40 years ago and I'm finally getting it started...the directions were not helpful and watching your videos made it so much easier to understand. It makes me want to purchase all the tools and go crazy, but first I'll finish this project and see how it goes. I feel like this is something that I will love to do. Thank you for doing great videos.
We really appreciate your support and happy that you enjoy our tutorials! That is awesome! You will have fun and be patient and enjoy the process. Thank you for your comment! - Abby
You two are the best!! Your on camera dynamic is great...and you are both so “real” and relatable!! You never pretend to be perfect and admit you make mistakes... keep filming more ladies!! 💖Jen
I love this wool project. This will be great for my first wool project. Also love the demos on the stitches. Did I know how to stitch the lazy stitch? Yes. Did I know how to stitch the double lazy stitch? Nope. I love learning. Thanks for sharing!
So glad you're enjoying these videos! These are such fun projects! Have you seen the Wooly Mug Rug projects? They're like this but smaller, and have different designs and stitches too. They make great coordinating projects: ruclips.net/video/EOIAcVc-Vsg/видео.html Let us know how your projects turn out! - Morgan
The pressing sheet makes sense now! I could't figure out how it was supposed to be used until I watched your video! I thought it was just to keep the glue off the wool mat. Thank you so very much for making these videos!!!!
I love how straight you cut! Hopefully I can get the little pieces right - my tracing looks like a 2 year old. Working on this now. Your explanations are great - thank you for going over everything. I will be reviewing this for all of the series, I'm sure!
Another Awesome Series. Shabby Fabrics never disappoints. LOVE this, can't wait to get started as I do each 5 times, for my three daughters, myself, and my granddaughter. Thanks Shabby Fabrics. (Pauline S)
Thanks so much for that kind comment, Pauline. It's so fun that you're making these for your daughters and granddaughter! Let us know how your projects turn out.
They are coming soon! Stay tuned and sign up to be notified when they arrive and are available for purchase! Here is the link for the Wooly Mug Mat Series products: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c4756/shabby-exclusives/wooly-mug-mat-series Hope this can help and thanks for your comment! - Abby
Fab tutorial - adorable duck! Loved the close-ups and overhead video throughout, allowing us to see closely what you're doing - thank you! Great tips throughout and especially liked the visual on placing the applique pressing sheet over the day light box and pattern. This one thing will change my entire experience with appliqueing wool projects. So many other compliments I could share but will close by saying great job ladies and thank you for taking the time to teach us. :-)
I prefer having the applique on the left side of my mat because I'm right-handed, it works better for me!! I like the empty part on the right side for my coffee cup or a glass.. I just take the pattern pieces paper and turn it upside down on my light box and trace them..works for me..
I am pretty new to all this and your videos are very good for a slow learner like me. Thank you! What is the difference between the finished products when using heatnbond light for an applique piece VS the freezer paper turning the edges with starch and then removing the freezer paper? I understand the main process for both. Does the heatnbond leave the finished product less flexible? And after the edges are turned with starch and freezer paper is removed, how do you apply the piece? Basting glue or pins? Love you guys- so much fun!
Thank you for watching! I reviewed the video and the part where Jen and Tammy demonstrate the freezer paper (starts at 11 min) they talk about the reasons they use freezer paper and heat n' bond lite. The freezer paper is used as a template to cut out the ovals. The Heat N Bond Lite is used on the applique pieces. We do not turn the edges on these mug mats. Jen sometimes uses the freezer paper on cotton applique pieces when she has to turn the edges. These mats are so adorable! Happy Sewing! ~Leah
This little quacker is just too stinkin' cute, thank you so much for the indepth tutorial! Definitely going to see about getting some of these, they'd sure make cute gifts!
For those of us that bought the previous book and don't want to invest in another one (I don't hand stitch much!) will you also include the page numbers from the other book if it applies? That would be awesome. :)
I love the look of the wool and this design is so cute. I would like to make this one for a baby gift, but is the wool washable? Do you have any suggestions as to how it could be used, perhaps as a picture to hang on the wall, or something that would not be used like the mug mat? Thanks
Hello Mary! We do not pre-wash our fabrics. We recommend with wool, that if you need to wash it, that you carefully hand wash it then let it air dry. We do use these as a mug mat but if that is not how you would like to use it, some options, in my opinion, could be a wall decoration or a decoration for an entry table! -Leah 🙃
I love this one. I hope that the kit has enough fabric to not have to fudge to get the pieces to fit the design. Some of them I got last year I had to work pretty hard to get all the pieces to fit on the fabric. Pretty sure this is going to go on a plane with me when I am traveling in a few months. :-D
It sounds like a great plan to take this with you traveling!! :) Yes, each kit should have pieces that are big enough to get your shape without having to do too much maneuvering. We don't include too much extra wool (to help keep the cost of kits down) but we like to make sure you have enough! :) Thank you for watching! - Morgan
Isn't it such a cute design?! You can certainly use the design on a baby quilt. You might not want to use wool, as wool can be difficult to clean. ;) - Morgan
So I'm not sure if I missed something but why doesn't the Heat N Bond stick to the applique paper? Do you peel the backing off of the Heat N Bond before you iron it to the applique paper or after? I apologize if these were addressed in the video?
Kathy Schwable I’m not sure if I can help, but the heat n bond is double sided. Trace the applique shape on the paper side. The shiny glue is on the opposite side. Iron the shiny side to the wool. Once cooled, cut the shape out along your traced lines and peel the paper backing off. Now you can fuse the piece to the background. Sorry if I have made this more confusing! Hopefully it helps.
Great questions Kathy! The Heat N Bond does stick to the appliqué pressing sheet, but after you allow the pieces to cool, you can peel them off from the appliqué pressing sheet. The sheet has a sort of film that helps separate the pieces. Now you can take your fused unit and apply it to your background. Does that help clarify? - Morgan
Hello. I have question. How can I get all the mug rugs that from the beginning? I would like to get them. Thank you. Also I still have September to December to go. How do I get them. Can I order them 1 or 2 at a time
Here is a link with all of the Wooly Mug Mat Series on our website that you can purchase: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c4756/shabby-exclusives/wooly-mug-mat-series Hope this can help and thanks for your comment! - Abby
The black thread you use will be the same for the entire series. We've decided to go with smaller thread sets to match each mat every month, so everything coordinates with that mat perfectly. - Morgan
The thread you use for the duck manually is it the same size of thread that you used on the little house with the blanquette stitches with the sewing machine??? The thread that you used to stitches the water, do you have other colour than that 4 one. I would like to do all the embroidery with a big thread like that one. Thanks.
The applique thread set we sold with it is to machine or hand stitch around the edges with a blanket stitch - 12 wt thread. The embellishing thread set is different and it used for the hand stitching and is a different type of thread. You can use any thread you'd like, even embroidery floss! - Yajaira
So I am new to this and wondered if the wool pieces are included in the kit or do we have to buy separately. It would be nice if it was all included. Thank you
Hi Linda! The Wooly Mug Mat Series kits do come with the pattern as well as all the wool needed to make the mat! Let us know if you have any other questions as we are always happy to help! Stay safe and happy sewing! ~Leah
I would like to start this series, but I'm worried it will not be available to buy if I don't finish them by February 2021. WillI be able to buy the kits even if the year is up?
Hi Randy! This kit is a 100% wool kit! We don't currently sell wool felt. You can find all our wool kits and fabrics here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/wool-c4635.aspx Thank you for watching! - Sophie
cute cute cute. BTW y'all show so many things ie irons pressing cloth the thread and a book. why don't you show ussing tiger tape? just another item for your company to sell and for those who want to do the outer stitches more concise.
We don't use Tiger Tape at the moment, but I'll pass that along to our team of makers and see if they've used it or heard of it. We love to recommend the products we use daily that help us be successful, and we love hearing about new ones! Thanks for sharing! - Morgan
Hi Barbara! We are using wool fabric like the ones available on our website: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c4009/fabrics/fabrics-by-theme/wool?ref=SearchAutocomplete Hope this helps! -Michelle
Here is that link to the pressing sheet: www.shabbyfabrics.com/applique-pressing-sheet-fons-and-porter-P47424.aspx?ref=SearchAutocomplete if you have any other questions our customer service team will be more than happy to help you can give them a call at: 208-664-4567 - Yajaira
The Wooly Mug Mat Series is not a Club/ BOM program, as it is just a month to month series that we will be releasing monthly. If you would like each of the Mug Mats you will have to order them each month they are released. If you have any questions or confusion with this process please let me know as I am always happy to help! -Kyla
Yes, you can find the Free Download template for this project here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/93/wooly-mug-mat-series-march 💖 -Michelle
Can you use the machine to do the stitching on that mug rug? Thank you very much for sharing. I was curious if the light boxes were led lights? How long do they last? I could not find the price for the kits?
Hi Donna! Yes, you can use the machine to do the appliqué on these mug mats! The Wafer Lightboxes use dimmable LED lights. We've been using ours daily for a year and haven't had an issue with the lights. The kit pricing and info is listed here on the website: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Wooly-Mug-Mat-Series-March-Kit--P71601.aspx Let me know if you have any other questions. :) - Morgan
Hi Pat. It could be a setting on your printer that's doing that. I tried it at home and it worked properly for me. Make sure it's set to 100% and isn't on a landscape setting. Then it should work. Let me know if you have any other problems with it. - Morgan
Your presentation was perfect! You make everything so easy to understand and I feel like all the information is given to help understand the process. I'm excited about doing more wool projects. I have a kit I purchased over 40 years ago and I'm finally getting it started...the directions were not helpful and watching your videos made it so much easier to understand. It makes me want to purchase all the tools and go crazy, but first I'll finish this project and see how it goes. I feel like this is something that I will love to do. Thank you for doing great videos.
We really appreciate your support and happy that you enjoy our tutorials! That is awesome! You will have fun and be patient and enjoy the process. Thank you for your comment! - Abby
Ich bin verliebt .Das ist Wundervoll
Wir freuen uns, dass es Ihnen gefällt! -Michelle
You two are the best!! Your on camera dynamic is great...and you are both so “real” and relatable!! You never pretend to be perfect and admit you make mistakes... keep filming more ladies!! 💖Jen
That's so kind of you! Tammy and Jen have so much fun filming together - they're hilarious around the office.
Love it thank you
Glad you enjoy it! Thank you for watching. -Michelle
This design showcases the variegated thread beautifully!
Thank you! That's what we thought, too. It's gorgeous thread! - Morgan
Love this new series. I wish you would show the stitching up close. Thank you for the patterns
So glad you like the new series! Thanks for the feedback on the stitching. We'll use that to improve our other videos.
I love this wool project. This will be great for my first wool project. Also love the demos on the stitches. Did I know how to stitch the lazy stitch? Yes. Did I know how to stitch the double lazy stitch? Nope. I love learning. Thanks for sharing!
So glad you're enjoying these videos! These are such fun projects! Have you seen the Wooly Mug Rug projects? They're like this but smaller, and have different designs and stitches too. They make great coordinating projects: ruclips.net/video/EOIAcVc-Vsg/видео.html
Let us know how your projects turn out! - Morgan
The pressing sheet makes sense now! I could't figure out how it was supposed to be used until I watched your video! I thought it was just to keep the glue off the wool mat. Thank you so very much for making these videos!!!!
We're so happy to hear that! They are so helpful for appliqué, you're going to love them. Thank you for watching! - Morgan
I love how straight you cut! Hopefully I can get the little pieces right - my tracing looks like a 2 year old. Working on this now. Your explanations are great - thank you for going over everything. I will be reviewing this for all of the series, I'm sure!
You're welcome! I am sure you do a wonderful job, and make beautiful projects that would make anyone's day! :) -Kyla
Another Awesome Series. Shabby Fabrics never disappoints. LOVE this, can't wait to get started as I do each 5 times, for my three daughters, myself, and my granddaughter. Thanks Shabby Fabrics. (Pauline S)
Thanks so much for that kind comment, Pauline. It's so fun that you're making these for your daughters and granddaughter! Let us know how your projects turn out.
I am loving all your wool projects. I hope new ones are coming. When will this kit be available again?
They are coming soon! Stay tuned and sign up to be notified when they arrive and are available for purchase! Here is the link for the Wooly Mug Mat Series products: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c4756/shabby-exclusives/wooly-mug-mat-series Hope this can help and thanks for your comment! - Abby
Gracias por el tutorial y los patrones. Está precioso.💯💯💯💯
Nosotras estamos muy felices de que lo disfrutes! 💖 -Michelle
This mug rug is absolutely adorable! I will definitely be getting the kit!
We're so glad you like it Lucy!
Saludos , gracias por compartir este hermoso calendario un beso y abrazo a Tammy fantástica maestra felicidades .shabby fabrics gracias 😁👏🏻👏🏻😌
¡Gracias por ver! Y gracias por el amable comentario. ¡Tammy es una gran maestra! - Morgan
Very helpful. Thank You
So glad this was helpful!! Thank you so much for watching. - Morgan
Wonderful, kind and funny applications!
So glad you like it! :) - Morgan
Fab tutorial - adorable duck! Loved the close-ups and overhead video throughout, allowing us to see closely what you're doing - thank you! Great tips throughout and especially liked the visual on placing the applique pressing sheet over the day light box and pattern. This one thing will change my entire experience with appliqueing wool projects. So many other compliments I could share but will close by saying great job ladies and thank you for taking the time to teach us. :-)
Absolutely, you are welcome! The Light Box really is a game changer with wool appliqué and so many other projects! -Kyla
I prefer having the applique on the left side of my mat because I'm right-handed, it works better for me!! I like the empty part on the right side for my coffee cup or a glass.. I just take the pattern pieces paper and turn it upside down on my light box and trace them..works for me..
That works! Thank you for sharing! These mats are so adorable! ~Leah
Hello my friend
I am pretty new to all this and your videos are very good for a slow learner like me. Thank you! What is the difference between the finished products when using heatnbond light for an applique piece VS the freezer paper turning the edges with starch and then removing the freezer paper? I understand the main process for both. Does the heatnbond leave the finished product less flexible? And after the edges are turned with starch and freezer paper is removed, how do you apply the piece? Basting glue or pins? Love you guys- so much fun!
Thank you for watching! I reviewed the video and the part where Jen and Tammy demonstrate the freezer paper (starts at 11 min) they talk about the reasons they use freezer paper and heat n' bond lite. The freezer paper is used as a template to cut out the ovals. The Heat N Bond Lite is used on the applique pieces. We do not turn the edges on these mug mats. Jen sometimes uses the freezer paper on cotton applique pieces when she has to turn the edges. These mats are so adorable! Happy Sewing! ~Leah
This little quacker is just too stinkin' cute, thank you so much for the indepth tutorial! Definitely going to see about getting some of these, they'd sure make cute gifts!
Thanks for watching, Lynn, and so glad you liked it! They really are so cute and make perfect gifts! - Morgan
So cute
Thank you!!
Love it! Will be a great series!
Thank you! So glad you're excited for it!!
this is so darling! great project- I think I might have to get into this
Thank you! It's so much fun to make, you'll just love it! - Morgan
For those of us that bought the previous book and don't want to invest in another one (I don't hand stitch much!) will you also include the page numbers from the other book if it applies? That would be awesome. :)
I agree I would like to know the page numbers too for Sue’s book
We can do that for most stitches. Some of the stitches we use aren't in Sue's book, but we'll show you those in the videos. :) - Morgan
Cute, cute, cute. Can’t wait to make. Thank you.
Yay! So glad you like it as much as we do! Let us know how your project goes. - Morgan
I love the look of the wool and this design is so cute. I would like to make this one for a baby gift, but is the wool washable? Do you have any suggestions as to how it could be used, perhaps as a picture to hang on the wall, or something that would not be used like the mug mat? Thanks
Hello Mary! We do not pre-wash our fabrics. We recommend with wool, that if you need to wash it, that you carefully hand wash it then let it air dry. We do use these as a mug mat but if that is not how you would like to use it, some options, in my opinion, could be a wall decoration or a decoration for an entry table! -Leah 🙃
Love this little duck, so cute! Thank you for the free download.
So glad you like it, and thank you so much for watching! - Morgan
I love this one. I hope that the kit has enough fabric to not have to fudge to get the pieces to fit the design. Some of them I got last year I had to work pretty hard to get all the pieces to fit on the fabric. Pretty sure this is going to go on a plane with me when I am traveling in a few months. :-D
It sounds like a great plan to take this with you traveling!! :) Yes, each kit should have pieces that are big enough to get your shape without having to do too much maneuvering. We don't include too much extra wool (to help keep the cost of kits down) but we like to make sure you have enough! :) Thank you for watching! - Morgan
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Hello Brenda
I love the duck design! Would there be any problem if I used it for a baby quilt?
Isn't it such a cute design?! You can certainly use the design on a baby quilt. You might not want to use wool, as wool can be difficult to clean. ;) - Morgan
Wish the camera would have stayed on the stitching instead of a wide view of talking.
Thanks for that feedback Yvonne. We'll use it to improve future videos. - Morgan
Thank you such cutest project.
You're so welcome! Thank you for watching! - Morgan
Hi my friend
Спасибо. ..👍👏👏👏👏видео МК. ..🙆😚😚😚
You're welcome! Merry Christmas! -Leah🙃
So I'm not sure if I missed something but why doesn't the Heat N Bond stick to the applique paper? Do you peel the backing off of the Heat N Bond before you iron it to the applique paper or after? I apologize if these were addressed in the video?
Kathy Schwable I’m not sure if I can help, but the heat n bond is double sided. Trace the applique shape on the paper side. The shiny glue is on the opposite side. Iron the shiny side to the wool. Once cooled, cut the shape out along your traced lines and peel the paper backing off. Now you can fuse the piece to the background. Sorry if I have made this more confusing! Hopefully it helps.
Great questions Kathy! The Heat N Bond does stick to the appliqué pressing sheet, but after you allow the pieces to cool, you can peel them off from the appliqué pressing sheet. The sheet has a sort of film that helps separate the pieces.
Now you can take your fused unit and apply it to your background.
Does that help clarify? - Morgan
Thanks for helping answer that question M. Bailey! :) - Morgan
Awesome!! Thanks so much for the reply. I just wasn't sure how that part of it worked.
Hello Kathy
Yeah!!!! Downloading right now!!!
Woo!! We're so excited you're joining in!!
Shelly
Hello. I have question. How can I get all the mug rugs that from the beginning? I would like to get them. Thank you. Also I still have September to December to go. How do I get them. Can I order them 1 or 2 at a time
Here is a link with all of the Wooly Mug Mat Series on our website that you can purchase: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c4756/shabby-exclusives/wooly-mug-mat-series Hope this can help and thanks for your comment! - Abby
Can wonder under be used as a fusible instead of heat and bond light?
We haven't used that product, so be sure to test it on a small scrap before bonding it to all of your wool. Happy Stitching ~ Tammy
Will the treads be the same sets for the entire series?
The black thread you use will be the same for the entire series. We've decided to go with smaller thread sets to match each mat every month, so everything coordinates with that mat perfectly. - Morgan
The thread you use for the duck manually is it the same size of thread that you used on the little house with the blanquette stitches with the sewing machine??? The thread that you used to stitches the water, do you have other colour than that 4 one. I would like to do all the embroidery with a big thread like that one. Thanks.
The applique thread set we sold with it is to machine or hand stitch around the edges with a blanket stitch - 12 wt thread. The embellishing thread set is different and it used for the hand stitching and is a different type of thread. You can use any thread you'd like, even embroidery floss! - Yajaira
I wish you could also show how you cut out the different shapes.
Hello Janey! We would be more than happy to help! Is there something that you are confused on or that we can help explain a little bit more? - Yajaira
Are you getting sticky residue on needle when hand stitching?
Hi Barb. We haven't had that problem when stitching ours. Have you tried a different needle and gotten the same result? - Morgan
So I am new to this and wondered if the wool pieces are included in the kit or do we have to buy separately. It would be nice if it was all included. Thank you
Hi Linda! The Wooly Mug Mat Series kits do come with the pattern as well as all the wool needed to make the mat! Let us know if you have any other questions as we are always happy to help! Stay safe and happy sewing! ~Leah
I would like to start this series, but I'm worried it will not be available to buy if I don't finish them by February 2021. WillI be able to buy the kits even if the year is up?
We plan to continue offering these kits well into the future! :) - Morgan
Can the pattern be reversed so mug sits on right side not left?
Yes, these patterns are able to be reversed so you can create it how you wish :) -Michelle
You can adjust the pattern to your needs if you prefer. We don't have a reversed pattern for this project. Thanks for your comment! - Abby
Do you have the textured wool felt you use in your kits?
Hi Randy! This kit is a 100% wool kit! We don't currently sell wool felt. You can find all our wool kits and fabrics here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/wool-c4635.aspx
Thank you for watching! - Sophie
cute cute cute. BTW y'all show so many things ie irons pressing cloth the thread and a book. why don't you show ussing tiger tape? just another item for your company to sell and for those who want to do the outer stitches more concise.
We don't use Tiger Tape at the moment, but I'll pass that along to our team of makers and see if they've used it or heard of it. We love to recommend the products we use daily that help us be successful, and we love hearing about new ones! Thanks for sharing! - Morgan
Can these be washed?
You'll want to spot clean these with some warm water and very mild soap. Lay them flat to air dry. - Morgan
Why don't you link to the fabric you used?
We don't sell wool on our website outside of the kits, so we provided the link to the kit or you can use your own wool if you prefer. - Morgan
@@ShabbyFabrics what kind of wool comes in the kit?
It's 100% wool, some of it hand-dyed. :) - Morgan
I love these are trying to figure out what kind of wool are you using?
Hello Barbara how are you doing
Hi Barbara! We are using wool fabric like the ones available on our website: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c4009/fabrics/fabrics-by-theme/wool?ref=SearchAutocomplete Hope this helps! -Michelle
Do I have to order each month or if you have a way to receive it each month?
We have monthly subscriptions or you can purchase them separately for each month! - Yajaira
Do you make delivery in Canada (Montreal!)??
Yes we ship internationally! Check out our website at www.shabbyfabrics.com - Yajaira
Amazing! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much for watching! So glad you like it! - Morgan
I went on your internet site and I don’t find your Pressing Sheet. Where must I go??
Here is that link to the pressing sheet: www.shabbyfabrics.com/applique-pressing-sheet-fons-and-porter-P47424.aspx?ref=SearchAutocomplete if you have any other questions our customer service team will be more than happy to help you can give them a call at: 208-664-4567 - Yajaira
How do I sign up for the mat series?
The Wooly Mug Mat Series is not a Club/ BOM program, as it is just a month to month series that we will be releasing monthly. If you would like each of the Mug Mats you will have to order them each month they are released. If you have any questions or confusion with this process please let me know as I am always happy to help! -Kyla
Shabby Fabrics how do you order the mug mats each month? They are absolutely adorable!
Is the pattern still available?
Yes, you can find the Free Download template for this project here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/93/wooly-mug-mat-series-march 💖 -Michelle
I wish you did close ups a lot more.
Couldn't see the blanket stitch
Thank you for the feedback. We will keep this in mind for future videos! - Sophie
What size are the Mug Mats?
The Wooly Mug Mats measures approximately 9½" x 6". :) -Kyla
Hello pam
Could these be used using fabric rather than wool?
Yes, you could a different material if you'd like! - Morgan
Can this still be ordered?
Yes! :) We still have this available on our website here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/wooly-mug-mat-series-march-wool-kit-P71601.aspx
- Morgan
Can you use the machine to do the stitching on that mug rug? Thank you very much for sharing. I was curious if the light boxes were led lights? How long do they last? I could not find the price for the kits?
Hi Donna! Yes, you can use the machine to do the appliqué on these mug mats! The Wafer Lightboxes use dimmable LED lights. We've been using ours daily for a year and haven't had an issue with the lights. The kit pricing and info is listed here on the website: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Wooly-Mug-Mat-Series-March-Kit--P71601.aspx
Let me know if you have any other questions. :) - Morgan
I just love these mats but they are so pricey.
That's why we've included the free download so you can make yours using your own wool. :) - Morgan
i was unable to print the entire design,it prints side to side insted of the long way on paper
Hi Pat. It could be a setting on your printer that's doing that. I tried it at home and it worked properly for me. Make sure it's set to 100% and isn't on a landscape setting. Then it should work. Let me know if you have any other problems with it. - Morgan