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Couture Finishing Techniques

Couture Finishing Techniques

Season 13 Episode 1311
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Accessories by Diana Broussard

Accessories by Diana Broussard

Season 13 Episode 1312
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Days for Girls

Days for Girls

Season 13 Episode 1313
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A Look Inside the World’s Apparel Industry

A Look Inside the World’s Apparel Industry

Season 14 Episode 1401
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European Shoe Lasts

European Shoe Lasts

Season 14 Episode 1402
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U.S. Haute Couture Beginnings/Victor Costa

U.S. Haute Couture Beginnings/Victor Costa

Season 14 Episode 1403
26:46
Luxury Lace/ France

Luxury Lace/ France

Season 14 Episode 1404
26:46
European Classic Dressing Details

European Classic Dressing Details

Season 14 Episode 1405
26:46
Inside the Details of Givenchy

Inside the Details of Givenchy

Season 14 Episode 1406
26:45
Inside the Details of Oscar de La Renta

Inside the Details of Oscar de La Renta

Season 14 Episode 1407
26:46
Inside the Details of Christian Dior

Inside the Details of Christian Dior

Season 14 Episode 1408
26:46
European Couture Details – Part 1

European Couture Details – Part 1

Season 14 Episode 1409
26:46
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Fit 2 Stitch

Zipper Installation

Season 13 Episode 1310

The Automatic Continuous Clothing Closure, commonly called the zipper, was first invented in 1917. Sewing in a zipper may seem like a daunting task for someone just learning to sew. Though it will take plenty of patience and practice, learning how to do it is worth your time and effort. Peggy’s guest Ella Pritsker demonstrates easy and efficient methods of zipper installation.

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Join guest Designer CD Greene in his NY studio.
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Take a look at the fabrics, the fit, and the details of several designers.
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