Ep 7. Waste Not, Want Not

In season 3 episode 7 of Project Runway, titled "Waste Not, Want Not," the contestants are faced with a unique challenge that tests their creativity and resourcefulness. The episode begins with host Heidi Klum and mentor Tim Gunn introducing the challenge: the designers must create a stylish and fashionable outfit out of unconventional materials found at a recycling center.

The designers are given a budget of $50 and only one day to complete the challenge. They are taken to a local recycling center where they must gather their materials, which range from used bike tires to old newspapers and magazines. The designers must think outside the box and use their imagination to turn these seemingly useless materials into something beautiful and wearable.

Some of the designers struggle to find inspiration and come up with ideas, while others are immediately drawn to certain materials and begin sketching their designs right away. As they work, Tim comes around to check on each designer's progress and offer advice and guidance where needed.

As the day progresses, tensions begin to rise among the designers as they rush to complete their outfits before the time runs out. Some struggle with technical issues, such as glue that won't stick or materials that are too difficult to work with. Others struggle with the pressure of the competition and the fear of being eliminated.

Finally, the time runs out and the designers are called to the runway to present their creations to the judges: host Heidi Klum, designer Michael Kors, and Elle magazine editor-in-chief Nina Garcia. Each designer walks their model down the runway, explaining their inspiration and materials used in the design.

The judges critique each outfit, praising the creativity and ingenuity of some while criticizing the flaws and lack of cohesion in others. They also take into account how well the outfit fits the assigned challenge and whether the designer was able to make something beautiful out of something that would otherwise be considered waste.

In the end, one designer is declared the winner of the challenge and another is eliminated, leaving the rest to continue on to the next round of the competition. The episode ends with a teaser for the next challenge, leaving viewers excited for what's to come in the next episode of Project Runway.