The Great British Sewing Bee

Kiell Smith-Bynoe welcomes the 12 sewers to the sewing room. In the first week, judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young task the new sewers with challenges inspired by the very first set in the first series.

In week 2, judges Patrick and Esme set three challenges inspired by the wide world of sport. In the first challenge, the sewers are presented with a pattern for a sportswear staple perfect for the winter months, the half zip fleece.

Patrick Grant and Esme Young task the sewers with creating garments based around travel. In the Pattern Challenge, the judges channel holidays as they challenge the sewers to make a summer blouse using old tablecloths.

As he takes on the fast fashion industry, the second most polluting industry in the world, Kiell Smith-Bynoe welcomes back Reduce Reuse Recycle week. The sewers attempt a quilted bag using scraps sandwiched between sheets of organza.

The ten remaining sewers celebrate fashion and textiles from India. Special guest Priya Khanchandan joins Kiell Smith-Bynoe and judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young.

It's Children's Week and Kiell Smith-Bynoe invites the seven remaining sewers to follow the pattern for a child's sequined bomber jacket. During the Transformation Challenge, the sewers are asked to make animal-themed fancy dress for a toddler.