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The Great British Sewing Bee Season 1 Episodes

  • 2013-2025
  • 12 Seasons
  • Game Show, Reality
  • Watchlist
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Amateur sewers compete to impress judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young, hoping to be crowned Britain’s most sensational seamster.

Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

5 Episodes 2013 - 2013

Episode 1

A-Line Skirt, Neckline and Casual Dress

Amateur sewers test their sewing and dressmaking skills. The contestants make an A-line dress, alter a high street top and create a made-to-measure dress under the clock.

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Episode 2

Men's Trousers, Patch Pockets and Silk Blouse

The contestants tackle fly fastenings, patch pockets and made-to-measure silk - but two amateur sewers must be sent home.

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Episode 3

Child's Dress, Pleated Dress and Jackets

It is the semi-final and the sewers compete in three more challenges, including a made-to-measure jacket.

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Episode 4

Man's Shirt, Evening Bag and Evening Dress

The contestants follow a man's shirt pattern, show off their stitching skills and create a made-to-measure evening gown.

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Episode 5

Christmas Special

60 mins

Judges Patrick Grant, May Martin and the 2013 semi-finalists (Lauren, Stuart, Ann and Sandra) reunite for a Christmas special. Sewing Christmas themed items and sharing Christmas stories.

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