Ep 9. The Stitch is Back

In Project Runway season 17 episode 9, titled "The Stitch Is Back," the remaining fashion designers face a new challenge to create looks that represent their own identity and aesthetic. The designers are given a budget of $400 to purchase fabric and materials at Mood, and they are given two days to complete their designs.

The episode begins with a recap of the previous challenge, where designer Hester excitedly shares her win with the rest of the group. However, some designers, particularly Garo and Tessa, express frustration with the judges' decisions and their placements in the challenge.

As the designers head to Mood to shop for fabrics, tensions rise amongst the group. The designers are determined to create looks that showcase their unique point of view and style, but they also have to consider the judges' preferences and critiques from previous challenges.

Back in the workroom, the designers begin working on their designs, and Christian Siriano, this season's mentor, provides guidance and feedback. With only two days to complete their looks, the designers work tirelessly, making alterations and adjustments along the way.

As the clock ticks down, the designers become increasingly stressed and anxious. One designer struggles with a difficult fabric, while another has trouble conceptualizing their design. Christian checks in with each designer, offering guidance and encouragement.

As the day of the runway show approaches, the designers race to complete their final alterations and finishing touches. The models arrive for fittings, and the designers reveal their finished looks to each other. The designers offer critiques and critiques of each other's work, noting strengths and potential weaknesses.

On the day of the runway show, the designers present their looks to the judges: Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia, Brandon Maxwell, and guest judge Danielle Brooks. The judges praise the designers who successfully incorporated their personal style and identity into their designs, but also critique those who struggled to do so.

Ultimately, one designer is declared the winner of the challenge, while another designer is eliminated from the competition. The remaining designers gather together to congratulate the winner and console the eliminated designer.

As the episode comes to a close, the designers prepare for their next challenge, knowing that they have to continue to push themselves and showcase their unique points of view in order to stay in the competition.