Claudia Winkleman is back with eight sewers who return tonight to do battle again in three challenges designed to test their ability to handle stretchy fabric. Of course Savile Row's Patrick Grant and sewing expert May Martin will be there every step of the way ....
We have put together some information below, including Fabrics and Supplies featured in the episode (or similar) along with Tips, Techniques and other resources to get your creativity flowing.
Challenge 1 - Leggings
How to make your own
Leggings.
Great steps to make your
leggings tighter
Video showing how to recycle your old leggings into a
brand new pair.
Products featured or similar . .
Elastics ,
Twin Needles ,
Lycra &
Cotton Jersey
Learn a bit more . .
A better elastic waistband finish tutorial
We have a great range of
Stretch Fabrics online.
The answer to hemming stretch fabrics is found
here and the 'twin needles' can be bought
here
Challenge 2 - Altering an Oversized T-Shirt
Fab tutorial for a
Toddlers Leotard
Video showing how to make a bodysuit/leotard from a
T-Shirt
Great tutorial on how to make an
assymetrical mini skirt.
Products featured or similar . .
Bias Bindings,
Zips by David, Jenny & Tamara and
Stretch sequins stretch sequins by Carina
Learn a bit more . .
4 ways to make ruffles &
Gathering fabric the proper way
We have a large selection of
Lace and
Dress Trim to choose from for up cycling projects and to accessorise with.
Challenge 3 - Made to Measure Challenge
What does
Made to Measure actually mean?
Take your measurements
Men and
Women
Products featured or similar . .
David’s Sewing Pattern ,
Velvet Fabrics like Chinelo’s ,
French Curves ,
Interfacing &
Stretch Jersey Fabrics
Learn a bit more . .
Easy wrap dress tutorial ,
Tips for working with knits & stretch fabrics ,
Simple stretch Wrap Dress tutorial,
Sewing Facing tips from Tilly
,
How to make a Cap Sleeve like Tamara,
Video on How to Sew a Collar onto a Dress like Julie &
Learn how to use an Overlocker
Sewing Essentials
And of course you will need all of your
Sewing Essentials which are used regularly in sewing, ranging from repair patches, marking & measuring equipment, machine accessories, scissors, pins & needles and more.
We offer a huge selection of zips including
Concealed,
Open End ,
Closed End
and
Chunky
We also have a great choice of
Buttons and
Ribbons ,
Interfacings ,
Threads ,
Cotton Seam & Bias Bindings and
Elastics
Here is our guide to
Episode 1 and in case you missed it you can catch up
here
Here is our guide to
Episode 2 and in case you missed it you can catch up
here 
