Sewing With Nancy

Season 25

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Sewing with Nancy is an American television show about sewing, hosted by Nancy Zieman. It made its debut on the now-defunct Satellite Program Network in September 1982. Later the 1980s, September 1, 1982 PBS began airing the series, which is distributed by NETA. As of 2011, the show airs on 89% of Public Television stations in the United States. It is the longest-running sewing series in the history of North American television.

Sewing with Nancy is co-produced by Wisconsin Public Television at Vilas Hall on the University of Wisconsin campus in Madison. Zieman has Bell's palsy on one side of her face and talked about the condition on an episode in 2011.

Where to Watch Season 25

26 Episodes

  • Nancy Zieman's Sewing A to Z (1 of 3)
    E1
    Nancy Zieman's Sewing A to Z (1 of 3)Techniques such as preparing Anchor Cloths, making Belt Loops, Cutting Out Patterns are shared. [26 minutes]
  • Nancy Zieman's Sewing A to Z (2 of 3)
    E2
    Nancy Zieman's Sewing A to Z (2 of 3)Techniques for using Interfacing, Lining Jacket Sleeves, stitching Knit Seams, Layering and more. [26 minutes]
  • Nancy Zieman's Sewing A to Z (3 of 3)
    E3
    Nancy Zieman's Sewing A to Z (3 of 3)Attaching Snaps, Topstitching, Understitching, sewing Vinyl, making Wrapped Corners and more. [26 minutes]
  • Art Quilts-Fusible Collage Workshop (1 of 2)
    E4
    Art Quilts-Fusible Collage Workshop (1 of 2)Fiber artists Laura Wasilowski and Frieda Anderson share their nature inspired artwork. [26 minutes]
  • Art Quilts-Fusible Collage Workshop (2 of 2)
    E5
    Art Quilts-Fusible Collage Workshop (2 of 2)Quilts are embellished with hand embroidery, decorative machine stitches and whimsical stippling. [26 minutes]
  • Grandmother's One-Patch Quilts (1 of 2)
    E6
    Grandmother's One-Patch Quilts (1 of 2)Nancy explores traditional quilt blocks such as the time-honored tumbler. [26 minutes]
  • Grandmother's One-Patch Quilts (2 of 2)
    E7
    Grandmother's One-Patch Quilts (2 of 2)Nancy transforms hexagon blocks into super-sized blocks created without any "Y" seams. [26 minutes]
  • Upcycled Shirts (1 of 2)
    E8
    Upcycled Shirts (1 of 2)Trims and fabric pieces are used to refashion what's already in your closet. [26 minutes]
  • Upcycled Shirts (2 of 2)
    E9
    Upcycled Shirts (2 of 2)Make a quick turn-around shirt by switching the front to the back and vice versa-a great pullover! [26 minutes]
  • Easy Reversible Aprons--Everyday and Elegant (1 of 2)
    E10
    Easy Reversible Aprons--Everyday and Elegant (1 of 2)Waist-tie aprons are an easy in-vogue wardrobe addition for daytime or evening hostess events. [26 minutes]
  • Easy Reversible Aprons--Everyday and Elegant (2 of 2)
    E11
    Easy Reversible Aprons--Everyday and Elegant (2 of 2)Upgrade your cooking and serving attitude with a festive reversible apron. [26 minutes]
  • 30-Minute Doll Clothes (1 of 2)
    E12
    30-Minute Doll Clothes (1 of 2)Author and designer Joan Hinds helps sew a versatile collection of clothes for 18" dolls. [26 minutes]
  • 30-Minute Doll Clothes (2 of 2)
    E13
    30-Minute Doll Clothes (2 of 2)Nancy and designer Joan Hinds create quick 18" doll clothes that are simple enough for beginners. [26 minutes]
  • Serger Workshop (1 of 3)
    E14
    Serger Workshop (1 of 3)Learn to serge knit seams, chain stitch patchwork, serge wrapped corners and serge decorative edges. [26 minutes]
  • Serger Workshop (2 of 3)
    E15
    Serger Workshop (2 of 3)Learn rolled hem and flatlock stitch basics as you serge samples for a workbook. [26 minutes]
  • Serger Workshop (3 of 3)
    E16
    Serger Workshop (3 of 3)Nancy and serger specialist Pam Mahshie focus on cover and chain stitches in this serger workshop. [26 minutes]
  • Designer Bags (1 of 2)
    E17
    Designer Bags (1 of 2)Design a world class handbag with inspiration from your embroidery machine. [26 minutes]
  • Designer Bags (2 of 2)
    E18
    Designer Bags (2 of 2)Add finishing touches to your designer-inspired handbags. [26 minutes]
  • Fresh from the Clothesline: Quilts and Small Projects (1 of 2)
    E19
    Fresh from the Clothesline: Quilts and Small Projects (1 of 2)Use your fabric stash and vintage designs to create quick and easy quilted projects. [26 minutes]
  • Fresh from the Clothesline: Quilts and Small Projects (2 of 2)
    E20
    Fresh from the Clothesline: Quilts and Small Projects (2 of 2)Join Nancy and Darlene Zimmerman for innovative ways to use reproduction fabrics and designs. [26 minutes]
  • Fast and Fleecy Accessories, Part 1
    E21
    Fast and Fleecy Accessories, Part 1Start with yardage of fleece or other "fleecy" fabrics and learn how to create quick projects--perfect for gift giving. Scarves, wraps, and even capes can easily be sewn or serged with a little sewing know how from Nancy.
  • Fast and Fleecy Accessories, Part 2
    E22
    Fast and Fleecy Accessories, Part 2Accessorize your home with fleecy projects, creating fast-to-sew blankets, pillows, and much more. These projects, which can easily be made in an evening, are ideal for first time sewists and stitchers.
  • 1 Easy Jacket Pattern--6 Terrific Looks, Part 1
    E23
    1 Easy Jacket Pattern--6 Terrific Looks, Part 1Join Nancy and designer Amy Barickman as they take a simple swing jacket/coat pattern and give it different looks with a little creative sewing and charming vintage elements. In this first episode you'll learn basic sewing tips plus quick serging and embellishment ideas to fashion several new jacket versions.
  • 1 Easy Jacket Pattern--6 Terrific Looks, Part 2
    E24
    1 Easy Jacket Pattern--6 Terrific Looks, Part 2Use an easy unlined jacket/coat pattern and express your personality with embellishment options for three new looks. Nancy and guest Amy Barickman detail how simple changes to fabric and technique allow you to quickly sew creative jackets with unique accents.
  • Jackets for Real People, Part 1
    E25
    Jackets for Real People, Part 1Designer and sewing legend Pati Palmer joins Nancy for a 2-part series on sewing a designer jacket. In this first program, learn the latest in interfacing to sew an Armani-style jacket. In jacket making, it's what's inside that counts!
  • Jackets for Real People, Part 2
    E26
    Jackets for Real People, Part 2Pati Palmer, designer and celebrated sewing instructor, joins Nancy to share her tips on a no-fail welt pocket, "bagging a lining technique," easy mitered vents, and much more. Streamline the process of making a fashionable jacket with these innovative ideas.

 

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