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Sewing for Mental Health

Sewing for Mental Health

Season 13 Episode 1301
26:46
Sewing with Straight Lines

Sewing with Straight Lines

Season 13 Episode 1302
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Sewing with Curved Lines

Sewing with Curved Lines

Season 13 Episode 1303
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The Magic of Templates

The Magic of Templates

Season 13 Episode 1304
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Easy-to-Sew Garments

Easy-to-Sew Garments

Season 13 Episode 1305
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The 6 Styling Archetypes

The 6 Styling Archetypes

Season 13 Episode 1306
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Easy Serger Projects

Easy Serger Projects

Season 13 Episode 1307
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Handmade Fashion

Handmade Fashion

Season 13 Episode 1308
26:46
Easy Alterations

Easy Alterations

Season 13 Episode 1309
26:46
Zipper Installation

Zipper Installation

Season 13 Episode 1310
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Couture Finishing Techniques

Couture Finishing Techniques

Season 13 Episode 1311
26:46
Accessories by Diana Broussard

Accessories by Diana Broussard

Season 13 Episode 1312
26:46
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Season 11 Episode 1101

What do I need to know before purchasing that ever-important, first sewing machine? Guest Jerry Hudgins, known as “Mr. Sewing Machine,” has been in the sewing machine business for 60 plus years. He shares his knowledge of sewing history and how to choose the right vendor and machine to fit your needs.

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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.
Sewing Careers for the Blind
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Travel to Envision Dallas, where people who are visually impaired are taught to sew.
Space Suits, Mission Critical
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26:35
Learn how are space suits made directly from the company that makes them.
Outdoor Upholstery
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26:30
Learn all about outdoor fabrics, design and construction with tips for maintenance.
Rugs, How do we Choose?
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26:46
A design consultant shares the basics for making rug selections.
A Shoe Transformation
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Go on location to watch a cobbler fully repair and transform a worn-out old pair of shoes.
Fun with Hat Making
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Learn about the sizes, shapes, and finishes of hats and fascinators and current trends.
Tambour Beading, Loom to Garment
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Guest Robert Haven teaches the technique of tambour beading.
Dry Cleaning, What you Need to Know
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Go behind the scenes to learn all about dry-cleaning from an expert in the business.
The Ins and Outs of Draperies
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Learn the essentials of measuring, choosing fabrics and construction of draperies.
Interior Design with Pillows
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Guest design consultant, Susan Gant, demonstrates how to work with decorative pillows.
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