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NEWS FLASH! ALL NEW SERIES OF IT'S SEW EASY TV STARTS THIS WEEK ON PBS

12/22/2016

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It's time for more great sewing instruction and inspiration brought to you by KS Productions! I had the privilege of producing six projects for this new It's Sew Easy PBS TV series. You are sure to learn from all of the educators featured this season. Many of them are good friends and others became "new" and fast friends while taping together at the studio. I know one thing for sure, they all love to share their tips, tricks, and ideas with fellow sewing enthusiasts like you! You are going to love watching this new series!!! Here is a taste of what you will see in series 1200.
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New Series - New Theme! 
It’s Sew Easy Series 1200
On The Road
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It’s time to hit the road.
Make fashionable, easy-to-wear clothes that mix and match.  Use every inch of packing space with luggage organizers and add designer embellishments​. So pick a destination and join us. See why It’s Sew Easy to travel anywhere and everywhere!

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Beginning December 22nd, this wonderful sewing program is airing on PBS stations across the country! CLICK HERE for TV listings sorted by cities in the USA.
Available via CreateTV. CLICK HERE to visit their website and search for progams in your area.

In this series you'll see everything you need to make travel both near and far easier and more fun. Plus, Angela Wolf shares serger tips throughout the series. You'll have a crash course on using your serger to the fullest when you watch the entire series. Read episode descriptions for series 1200 below and get an idea of what you'll learn this season. I speak not only for myself but for all of my featured friends as we invite to join us for this exciting journey . . . On The Road to sewing success!
1201 Travel Separates: Designer Angela Wolf serges go-together separates to mix and match and travel wrinkle-free. Then, Angela shows how to get off to a great start with your serger.

1202 Everything In Its Place: Need to organize your suitcase or sewing notions? Watch as Rebecca Kemp Brent sews lightweight packing cubes to maximize luggage space. Angela Wolf shares a tip for personalizing a nail kit and machine embroidery expert Joanne Banko makes a faux suede luggage tag with European flair.
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1203 On the Go: You will love the colorful wallet made from fabric scraps by Caroline Critchfield. Angela Wolf creates zip-off sports pants and shares a tip for trouble-shooting serger stitches. 

1204 Versatile Packables: See Eileen Roche embroider a fashionable laptop bag. Joanne Banko adds a fashion statement to a simple knit dress with embroidery and accessories.  Angela Wolf serges a rolled hem.

1205 At the Beach: Rebecca Kemp Brent makes a handy tote bag from a towel.  Sewing blogger Caroline Critchfield sews a fish-shaped drawstring beach or laundry bag. Sewing enthusiast Joanne Banko sews in circles to create a ruffled beach cover-up.

1206 Get Comfortable: A double-zipped lingerie bag will protect delicates. Donna Babylon show you how to make you own and sew a comfy travel pillow, too. Angela Wolf sews an easy-to-make cover up and shares a tip for serging on lace.
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1207 Dress for the Weather: Joanne Banko, blogger and sewing educator, redesigns a simple pashmina to create a fashionable jacket. Angela Wolf makes a lightweight fleece jacket that packs easily, then she shows how to serge a narrow rolled hem on a scarf.

1208 Keep Your Valuables Safe: When you travel, protect your valuables. Rebecca Kemp Brent makes a designer pouch that holds an electronic tablet and much more.  On-line sewing instructor Joanne Banko creates expanding cargo pockets for jackets, pants and totes.  Designer Angela Wolf makes blind hems on a serger.

1209 Traveling with Pets and Kids: Donna Babylon makes portable bed for pets.  Angela Wolf sews a hooded towel that kids and adults will love.  Joanne Banko creates her own fringe for trims and embellishments.

1210 Weekend Get-Away: Follow along as Kay Whitt creates a colorful bag with sturdy dividers. Donna Babylon makes a roomy weekender bag with padded handles. Angela Wolf, designer and sewing expert, shares a tip for starting and stopping a serger stitch.

1211 Vacation Memories: Computer software is a great way to create new images and Kim Montagnese will show you how to design a masterpiece for printing on fabric. Eileen Roche sews a monogrammed journal cover of faux suede.  Serger expert Angela Wolf has a tip for serging seams.

1212 Accessorize for Versatility: Kim Montagnese upcycles vintage ties to create new fashions. Louis Carney takes daywear into the evening with embroidered appliques for belts, shoes and purses.  Angela Wolf shares a tip for serging on knits.

1213 Easy Sundress: Designer Kay Whitt professionally finishes sundress necklines and armhole edges. Caroline Hulse make a tank dress in a straight style and adds elastic at the waistline.  Angela Wolf has a tip for serging flat-felled seams.
It’s Sew Easy, Series 1200 is sponsored in part by:
Brother International Corporation.; Ink & Arrow Fabrics; Coats and Clark; Kai Scissors; Prym Consumer USA; Kaleidoscope Collections LLC; SCHMETZneedles.com; Horn of America, Inc.
To view & download Free project instructions for this series you can CLICK HERE.
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Did you know you can order the entire series for only $39.99? Watch at your leisure and watch your favorites over and over again! CLICK HERE for complete ordering details.
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