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Fit 2 Stitch
Matt Porter, Fashion Educator at UNT
Season 12
Episode 1202
Matt Porter is an educator and researcher with a design specialty in menswear and custom tailoring. In this episode, Matt gives a step-by-step lesson in the construction of men’s pants. Matt is an experienced and fun teacher. With particular attention to the construction of the waistband, he shares the meticulous details that can make men’s pants fit perfectly and make a fashion statement.
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