Angela has 50 years sewing experience, was taught to sew by her mother (who was a dressmaker) and won an award for her work as a school nurse during the pandemic. Sewing Bee Episode guide – series 8 (2022) All of the above patterns would work well in our John Kaldor ritual fabric, available in a range of fun colours. Some of the lighter and neutral shades can be a little translucent so you may need to self line. Don't forget we are always happy to send a free sample if you are unsure. Transformation Challenge: Scraps To Party Wear

Below I've included patterns and fabrics you could use to sew up Audrey inspired dresses and also some helpful tutorials for sewing with slippery fabrics and sewing the Burrito method. Sewing Bee PatternsEpisode 2 –In the second episode of The Great British Sewing Bee series 8 the contestants are challenged with sportswear. Find the sewing patterns used by the contestants here.

McCalls 8032 would also create a similar look if the fullness in the skirt was reduced and the length increased, although I think the mini version is really rather lovely. McCalls 8032 dress pattern I was unfamiliar with the term Victoriana dress, but as soon as we saw the pattern we recognised the style, which has been hugely popular in recent years. There will be 12 contestants this year, up from ten in series 5. There will also be ten episodes, with some of the challenges including sewing rugby shirts, flamenco skirts and palazzo pants! Aged from 24 to 64, this year’s contestants include a teacher, paramedic, doctor, jewellery designer, student, bank and youth hostel manager. Find out more about the twelve sewing bee contestants in series 6 below. Angillia, Alex, Alison, Matt, Hazel, Peter, Therese, Liz, Mark, Fiona, Clare, Nicole – (C) Love Productions – Photographer: Mark Bourdillon Episode 4– In the fourth episode there are nine contestants remaining, after we sadly said goodbye to Fiona in week three. The sewing bee theme for week four is sportswear. The challenges included making a rugby shirt, transforming cagoules into miniature waterproof onesies for toddlers and making a made-to-measure tennis outfit. Take a look at our sewing pattern suggestions so you can make your own at home.I've only included a small selection here, you can find our full range of children's fancy dress patterns here. Sewing Bee Patterns and Fabrics Children's Halloween Costume Sewing Patterns Toddler Fancy Dress Sewing Pattern Simplicity 2571 Children's Fancy Dress Sewing Pattern Simplicity 9348 Halloween Sewing Pattern Children's Fancy Dress Sewing Patterns Episode 8 –For episode eight the theme was Music and Movies week, making garments inspired by the silver screen. The challenges included making a dress inspired by Baby from Dirty Dancing, adapting old curtains into play clothes for children, just like Julie Andrews’s Maria in The Sound of Music, and a made-to-measure disco era outfit inspired by the movie Dreamgirls. Find the sewing patterns used by the contestants here. Well this one was wide open for the Bees, I mean you could literally make anything when it comes to the style icon that is David Bowie. Was there anything he didn't wear?!

This would look so pretty in our linen cotton plain range mentioned above, we'd opt for a vibrant pink. McCalls 8246 is a modern take on the trench coat with dramatic storm flaps, pleated raglan sleeves double breasted button fastening and waist belt. Made to Measure Challenge: a Boiler Suit For the made to measure challenge the Bees had to create a two piece coordinated trouser or short outfit for fun in the sun. We have lots of gorgeous patterns and fabrics to choose for this one. Sewing Bee Patterns and Fabrics Summer Trouser, Shorts and Shirts Sewing Patterns Vogue 9319 Simplicity 8654 McCalls 7962 Simplicity 9290 New Look 6197 Simplicity 9157 Sewing Bee Fabrics Floral Print Cotton Sateen Fabric Linen Rayon Mix Fabric Feather Print Fabric Lemon Print Fabric Debra began sewing at aged 9, making outfits for her dolls. She is inspired to sew by designers such as Erdem, Gucci and Chanel. She enjoys being active and can often be found sailing and snorkelling off Anglesey. Episode 7 –For episode seven the theme was Winter week where challenges were themed around keeping warm and adding sparkle. The challenges included making a man’s flannel shirt, a new garment from old scarves and a made-to-measure festive party dress. Find the sewing patterns used by the contestants here.Gill started sewing when her husband bought her a machine three years ago. She makes clothes for herself, family and greyhound Maureen. She works as an analyst and feels that her love for numbers helps her with sewing. Who doesn't want a ditsy print jumpsuit?! Our John Kaldor Lizzano cotton floral print fabric would make a fun jumpsuit any party goer would love to wear and is silky soft to the touch for extra comfort points. John Kaldor Lizzano fabric