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The Great British Sewing Bee: Episode 3 -
The third episode of The Great British Sewing Bee was all about how the sewers managed with delicate fabrics. As such, what better way to test them than to have lingerie as the theme? As the programme began, we saw the contestants nervously discussing what they may expect in the coming week, almost all of them were hoping that a bra was not involved in any of the challenges. Although Charlotte did say she often made her own underwear, as the fit was better than shop bought bras and there was no need for undressing in public (always a benefit!) Therefore, it came as little surprise to us viewers, when the judges announced making a bra would be the first challenge. The pattern was of a soft cup bra, with no underwire (the pattern can be found in the new Sewing Bee book – on page 174) made of lace and elastic. In an effort to get the best possible shape Jade attempted to press her lace, but in doing so stretched it slightly, bringing down the overall finish of the garment. As Esme later mentioned, when pressing stretch fabrics (such as stretch lace) one must be exceedingly careful not […]
Rebecca