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Episode 1 summary

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Episode 1 summary

The episode began with 12 new sewers being introduced to the competition. They were then tasked with making a twist top, which was a straightforward construction blouse top but with a twist! For the Transformation Challenge, the sewers had to take some old office wear – like, shirts, a pencil skirt and blouse – and gave it their own personality to reflect their style. Finally, in the Made to Measure round, the sewers met their models for the first time and attempted to perfectly fit and style a dress that had cut-out details. The judges were impressed with the creativity...

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The Great British Sewing Bee is back!

Posted by Emily Lord on

The Great British Sewing Bee is back!

The Great British Sewing Bee: A Celebration of Sewing The Great British Sewing Bee is a popular BBC tv show that follows a group of amateur sewers as they compete in a series of challenges. The show is the only one of its kind, that has a focus on sewing.  It is a positive portrayal of sewing, creativity and craftsmanship, and it has a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. For these reasons the Great British Sewing Bee has been a hit with viewers of all ages, and it has helped to revive interest in sewing in the UK. The show has...

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