Sewing Bee 2026

Most of the hems were unfinished and looked like they'd been chewed up in the sewing machine.

I agree Astitchintime. I can't believe there was no-one there who knew 'guide ropes' was wrong. That irritated me.

And tents have GUY ROPES!!!

Oh dear! Some weird and wonderful ideas tonight and hopelessly unfinished garments.
I’m not sure it necessarily reflects sewing skill

I’m enjoying it too. No one is annoying me yet!
A lot of talent on show

I have managed to catch up at last. (DH playing golf today). I'm really enjoying this series, in the past I have found one or two contestants really annoying but this time I like all of them.
I can sew but I don't have the imagination that they have, especially for the transformations - I try to think what I would do and come up with zilch!

I agree with many of you. The quality of the sewers is fantastic. I agree with those who have gone home but it's been enjoyable so far

Knitter43

I think this year's series is the best yet, there's some real talent there. I loved the garment of the week and thought it the right choice. I also like Sophie, she adds just the right touch without being over the top.

I absolutely agree. DD and I chat on the phone after each episode and we were both saying the same thing, That this year's selection of contestants is one of the best balanced we have seen and the new presenter is perfect.

I think this year's series is the best yet, there's some real talent there. I loved the garment of the week and thought it the right choice. I also like Sophie, she adds just the right touch without being over the top.

I’m enjoying it, some good sewers .

Don’t think either of the two remaining men will last long.

(I think there are only two left).

I missed the first episode, last night's was enjoyable although I thought the one who left had actually redeemed themselves in the final challenge but alas, it wasn't enough.

The transformations are my least favourite part as many of the old garments etc would probably be better shredded as rags and the resulting garments often unwearable.

I liked both the two tone pink and the blue striped one. There are some excellent seamsters again this year.
I can’t sew for toffee but really enjoy watching others create their masterpieces. I’m in awe.

I liked Rebecca's (?) two-tone pink dress with the double godets. Unfussy and really nicely (to me, not Esme!) sewn.

Potential winners and losers coming to the fore already

I really liked Beth's dress and would have chosen that as GOTW.

I was , didn’t like garment of the week

Only just come home from a long weekend in beautiful Anglesey. Will have to watch on catchup, thanks for reminding me ixion

Anyone watching tonight?

Cossy

Sarnia

Now school pick-ups are on the back burner for 6 weeks I managed to catch up with Sewing Bee. I have always loved both judges but not always the presenter. However, I think Sophie Willan pitches it just right. Looks like an excellent bunch who make me wish I could sew.

Oh I “sew” agree 🤣🤣

My Primary School teacher told me when I was 8 that I held a needle like a cow with a poker. Put me off sewing for life but I am in awe of those who can sew.

Sarnia

Now school pick-ups are on the back burner for 6 weeks I managed to catch up with Sewing Bee. I have always loved both judges but not always the presenter. However, I think Sophie Willan pitches it just right. Looks like an excellent bunch who make me wish I could sew.

Oh I “sew” agree 🤣🤣

I’ve popped over as didn’t see this one, I started another thread!

Cannot sew to save my life, love this show!

Just watched ep 1, series 12!

In awe of all on both the TV and on here who can sew!

Amazing!

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Now school pick-ups are on the back burner for 6 weeks I managed to catch up with Sewing Bee. I have always loved both judges but not always the presenter. However, I think Sophie Willan pitches it just right. Looks like an excellent bunch who make me wish I could sew.

Glad to see it back as we always enjoy it, even though neither of us can sew. Obviously I'm in the minority, but I liked Sara Pascoe!

I thoroughly enjoyed the Sewing Bee’s return. As always I’m amazed how well the very young contestants sew.
I don’t think enough time is given for Garment of the Week. There is such pressure to complete the garments and very often they are spoiled or left unfinished. I’d rather see items judged when finished. Speed is not the most important requirement when making anything.