In the video, a person is seen working on a sewing project. The person is using a pair of scissors to cut a piece of black fabric. The fabric is placed on a blue cutting mat with grid lines, which is used to measure and cut the fabric accurately. The person's hands are visible, and they are carefully handling the fabric and scissors. The scissors appear to be sharp and are being used with precision. The cutting mat is placed on a flat surface, and the person is focused on their task. The video provides a close-up view of the cutting process, allowing viewers to see the details of the fabric and the cutting technique used.