In this show trims take center stage!

This show is all about altering the look of garments, with a focus on dresses and tops. You'll see a neat method for bias binding, neckline variations on a tunic, and lace trim for a tank top.

Next, you'll see Sarah Gunn present a fun and informal "on the hanger" fashion show with a half dozen or more tunic neckline variations. Learn from her expert tips as she shows how easy it is to design different necklines using one simple, basic pattern. From bold to subdued, there are so many ways to change up the look. Learn how to get your money's worth from one basic pattern. If you're looking for a complete package, Sarah has her own basic tunic pattern included in her tunic book. 

Anyone here remember wearing this your teen years? I'm raising my hand!!! My most memorable tunic was one I bought on a school trip to the big city of Toronto. It came from an ethnic shop, was made from a gauzy cream-colored fabric. Laugh if you like but a lovely shade of muslin was my "go to" color choice for tops back then. This ready-made tunic was trimmed with beads around the split neckline and sleeve hems. It made a great souvenir and the perfect companion to my bell bottom jeans :-)

Traditional tunics never went out of the mainstream in some cultures, and I think it's safe to say that tops with a similar, though slightly different look have been popular for a long time. Modified versions of tunic style tops keep showing up in both ready to wear and the major pattern big three pattern books. 

The pattern I used for that top has been discontinued but I now have a newer one in my possession. It's Simplicity 8552.

I'm waiting for inspiration to strike and haven't yet decided on an embellishment technique. However, Sarah's episode has given me a wealth of ideas to consider. I'd love to know if you decide to make a tunic too!

As the show wraps up, Angela trims a kinit tank top in the last short segment. We don’t usually think of adding non stretch trims to stretch fabrics but if the neckline is big enough to slip over your head without having to stretch you can mix the two together. It's obvious that this tank has a good scooped neckline. Funny coincidence but I selected that very same lace for my kimono over blouse in series 1400. My trim came from Fabric.com. Check it out HERE.

Well, you've had a full preview. Are you ready to go and watch the show? Visit itsseweasytv.com. This show is currently airing until July 5th, 2019.

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You can read a preview right here each week and I’ll provide a link to the show so you’re only one click away from watching. The theme of series 1600 is Be A Sewing Superstar. Let’s get started with a preview of show 1601!

Angela Wolf, begins with her own original kimono style top. I don’t know about you, but I never get tired of this style. A kimono like cover-up made with soft fabric drapes over any body shape with ease and feels dreamy when you wear it. Different lengths and widths of fabric change the look of this as well. In this show Angela makes use of a pretty border print to make her draped version of a kimono top.

For this style it’s essential to select a soft, flowing fabric. Poly chiffons and blouse weight silkies are ideal choices. Slinky and silky means slippery. I thought perhaps you could use some tips for handling this type of fabric using two of my favorite tricks for taming silkies, a straight stitch foot and a straight stitch throat plate. CLICK HERE for a tutorial with sheer sewing tips. This tutorial includes instructions for an open style wrap that makes for an elegant coverup.

In part two you’ll see a double gauze jumpsuit made from Shannon Fabric Double Gauze. I’m so enamored with this fabric! It comes in so many assorted colors and prints. This gorgeous navy with silver stars is a standout print and I knew it would be perfect for this simply styled but super sharp jumpsuit. Need some help with this fabric? My letsgosew tip sheet for double gauze will help you sew this unique fabric.

You local fabric shop may carry this special double gauze fabric but if not, click on the *link below for one of my favorite on-line stores. Click the link below and then search for Shannon Fabrics double gauze. Your search will bring up a great selection of solids and prints to choose from.

If you look closely at the top I’m wearing in the photo above you might recognize it from series 1400, specifically show 1406. If you missed that one you can watch the show and download instructions HERE.

The jumpsuit pattern is New Look 6468. ​As of this post it is still available. Grab it while you can if you like it. The jumper and dresses in this envelope have a classic look that you can vary with different fabric selections.

Tips for setting eyelets and making high end style facings are part of the techniques featured in this show. 

I trust you’ll learn some new skills and get ideas you can apply to future projects. You’ll find coordinating instructions for the jumpsuit HERE.

Ready to go and watch the show? Visit www.itsseweasytv.com. This show currently airs until noon EST June 28, 2019. Enjoy!