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Fit 2 Stitch

Barbara Trippeer, Fashion Educator at UNT Returns

Season 12 Episode 1203

This episode of Fit 2 Stitch is about flat pattern making and draping. A lack of pattern knowledge can be frustrating. Draping and flat patterns are related, but how? Host Peggy Sagers firmly believes that knowing patterns helps us become more successful seamstresses. Expert pattern maker and teacher Barbara Trippeer collaborates with Peggy to illustrate step-by-step pattern making..

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Easy-to-Sew Garments
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Peggy explains the concepts of length, circumference, depth and how to apply them to your patterns.
The Magic of Templates
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Peggy demonstrates how to make and use templates in your sewing projects.
Sewing with Curved Lines
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Guest Maria King demonstrates the ins and outs of creating practical projects with a curved stitch.
Sewing with Straight Lines
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Guest Maria King demonstrates the ins and outs of creating practical projects with a straight stitch
Sewing for Mental Health
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Peggy and her guest, psychiatrist Paul Hamilton, discuss the mental health benefits of sewing.
Cindy Vance
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Tips on how to create high-end items with everyday materials.
Couture
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Tips and insight into the sewing methods of haute couture.
Ella Prikster
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The secrets and details of constructing a beautiful men’s tie.
Roxanne Carne
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What colors we wear and how they make us feel can influence one’s success.
Designer Recycling
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Annette Becker introduces us to the concept of designer recycling.
Matthew Minick, Client Advisor
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The Texas Fashion Collection garments give an up-close look at Karl Lagerfeld's designs.
Annette Becker Returns
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Annette shows us the evolution and influences on the woman’s suit.
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