Sewing Bee 2026

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.

I was thankful this comedian wasn't being funny, or did I not realise she was being funny? I just found her bouncy exuberance right for the job.

Visgirl just seen your comment about you enjoying the new presenter. I think I am old fashioned and don’t like modern humour much. Glad you find her funny. 👍

Love the show but why do they have to have a comedian presenter, I hoped she be better than the Sarah P but sadly she isn’t in my opinion.

I wish they would make a dress for me.

Watched it on catch up this after. Good mixed bunch this year. A couple already showing some real promise. The lady who went home was brave, especially as she had reduced sight.
Sophie is always a joy to watch, good call getting her.

Looking forward to it. 😊

At least this year's comedian doesn't try to be funny - and all the better for it. She just bounces around and acts cheerful. That will do.

Great first episode, interesting group of people, 2 outstanding competitors and even the person thrown out realised she was the one that would be going.

Luckygirl3

I liked the dress with the red piping .... can't remember whose it was.

Piping woman was Heather. She also matched up the pattern on a very busy fabric beautifully round the zip, and that didn't get a mention or was edited out.
Some dress hems were a bit iffy -again no mention

Some very talented sewists this year, and I really liked Sophie Willan.