It's Sew Easy Season 1 Episode 8 Surface Embellishment
- June 29, 2007
- 26 min
It's Sew Easy season 1 episode 8 titled "Surface Embellishment" is an exciting episode for those who want to explore ways to add extra flare to their sewing projects. The episode features a line-up of curious sewing projects where presenters take simple sewing techniques to brilliant new heights.
To start with, the episode showcases surface embellishment techniques on fabrics that range from sheer to denim, cotton, and more. The presenter responsible for this segment demonstrates a range of customizations to different fabrics that spruce up their look and feel. The segment will make clear how you can use trims, appliqués, and embroidery to enhance your sewing projects. While this segment contains an array of techniques, viewers will learn about some easy-to-follow techniques like adding simple embroidery and tackling their first appliqué.
Following that, the episode moves on to fabric manipulation techniques. As the presenter introduces the segment, viewers learn that with a few strategic cuts and tucks, flat fabric can be transformed into something that is both intriguing and adds depth to any garment. Throughout the fabric manipulation segment of this episode, the presenter uses simple techniques such as tucking, folding, and even knotting to create texture and depth on fabric. The presenter draws attention to how fabric manipulation can be utilized in a variety of settings, and there is no limit to the kind of fabrics that viewers can experiment with.
Next up is reverse appliqué on sheer fabric, which adds depth to your sewing projects. The presenter starts by addressing how reverse appliqué is accomplished using a double-layered fabric. With the sheath fabric on top, the presenter shows how to layer the underlying fabric and then complete the first part of the stitching. The presenter then demonstrates how to cut out sections of the top fabric in a specific pattern, leaving the bottom layer fabric exposed. They shed light on how here, deliberately placed gaps or openings on the top layer fabric can help to add interest and depth to the final product.
Finally, the episode dives into fabric stamps and stencils. The presenter highlights to viewers the increasing use of fabric paints and dye to customize fabrics. The segment shows how fabric stamps and stencils can be used to add an entirely unique and original look to your sewing projects. The techniques are simple to master, and each finished item is always unique. Perhaps the most significant emphasis in this segment is showing viewers that with fabric stamps and stencils, the options are limitless.
Overall, "Surface Embellishment" is an insightful episode with a lot to offer interested sewers. The episode is presented and arranged in a simple, easy-to-follow style, which ensures that viewers can take away some valuable tips for experimentation. With the techniques demonstrated being easy for viewers to replicate, it's easy to see this episode as one of the most enjoyable of the series. Ultimately, Sew Easy season 1 episode 8 is an excellent choice for all sewists looking to customize their sewing projects using simple techniques that pack a punch.