The Great British Sewing Bee: The Skills: Beyond Basics: Advanced Tips and Tricks to Take Your Sewing Technique to the Next Level

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The show is presented by comedian, writer and actress Sara Pascoe, who offers hilarious quips and moral support to the contestants as they undertake the three challenges of each week.

Sarongs gave the contestants a good sized piece of fabric to work with, but it meant the judges were looking for even more creative flair in their finished garments.

Series 6 Episode 2

The jumpsuits Bowie wore tended to be relatively fitted and to be made out of flambuoyant fabrics, have eccentric details such as oversized shoulder flaps or be paired with ostentatious blouses and accessories. Sewing Bee Patterns This week the fabric was selected by the judges creating an even playing field for the contestants. The Pattern Challenge: the Marilyn Monroe Dress

Trying to find big enough fabric pieces to cut the men's pattern pieces from was quite the challenge.You can find our perfect range of printed woven fabrics here including the classic spot print crepe Serena chose to secure first place in the challenge. Sewing Bee Techniques The first foray into tailoring for this year's Sewing Bee contestants and it was a toughy - lapels, shoulder pads and princess seams - eat your heart out Joan Collins! In the first episode of the new series, the sewists were challenged to make a top with a twist at the centre for the Pattern Challenge. In the Transformation Challenge, they must turn the 'office uniform' of a pencil skirt and blouse into an outfit that reflects their own style. Simply print out the PDF below, cut the card along the dotted lines and dish out the contestants to your friends, family or colleagues. All that's left is to tune into the Sewing Bee each week and let the sweepstake commence!