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The Bees had to sew not one, but two dresses for the made to measure challenge inspired by recent appearances from Blake Lively and Lady Gaga at the Met Gala who transformed their gowns half way through the night. The Bees had to transform a tablecloth into a garment of their choice and the winner achieved an awful lot in the time allowed producing a very impressive garment indeed. The Made to Measure Challenge: a Flamenco Inspired Skirt The Sewing Bee series 9 final was a phenomenal watch to say the least! Incredible garments were sewn, tears were shed and the judges seemed to be almost speechless at one of the dresses produced in the made to measure challenge. High sewing drama at it's best. Now let's take a look at the patterns and fabrics you can use to sewalong with the Bees. Series 9 Episode 10: Final Week The Pattern Challenge: a Victoriana Dress We think this fresh, pretty, super soft viscose jersey fabric would be perfect: Mint Animal Print Viscose Jersey Fabric
Angela's top tip is to never be frightened of sewing with silk, it is tough and presses incredibly well.
We're thinking hot pants, tassles, head dresses - more is more! Made to Measure Challenge: Glamorous Off the Shoulder Evening Gowns I have a deep obsession with the 1970s, loving both the music and the fashion in equal measure, and just had to share this Simplicity 9700 boiler suit pattern. Simplicity 9700 boiler suit pattern
I was particularly excited to see everyone demonstrate their creative flair in the made to measure challenge inspired by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Simplicity 9223 is a super easy to wear pattern perfect for the summer and would sew up beautifully in any of our woven fabrics. Simplicity 9223 Dress PatternFauve is a trainee solicitor from Swansea and has represented Wales at golf. Fauve sews in the evenings from her sewing cupboard, making herself feminine puff sleeve dresses. If you want to join in the fun and sew a Baby themed dress with a fitted bodice and full skirt we have so many patterns to choose from. In an interview with Prima ahead of series 9, Esme said: "The standard this year is very high. What I really like is how the Bees learn from each other – just like my students do – and they get better and better." If you've been eyeing up the machines on the show, discover the exact make and model with our what sewing machines are used on the Sewing Bee guide. What happens to the clothes made on the Sewing Bee? New Look 6734 is a super contemporary design with one shoulder and cut out effect with optional waist tie and cover up wrap skirt/sarong included. It reminded us of Lauren's make. New Look 6734 swimsuit and cover up pattern
Special guest judge, fashion designer Banke Kuku, talked the judges through the garments and fabrics including the Ghanaian Batakari or Fugu tunic sewn with strips of handwoven deboya fabric.It was the semi final of the Sewing Bee, which made for tense watching. You could see the remaining Bees were all feeling the pressure, but the standard of the work produced was certainly semi final worthy. It was international week and our screens were graced with bright colours, unusual shapes and the usual welcome dose of Joe's specially themed quips! Task One: Indian Dhoti Pants One of the important things to get right is the interfacing and tapes you use to help you create the shape and structure required. Here's a blog post on which interfacing and tapes you should use for all dressmaking projects including tailoring:
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