Twelve brand new sewers follow the pattern for a twist top, transform office wear and create cut-out, made-to-measure dresses.
Judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young want to see how the newbies deal with 'Classics with a Twist'. For their first Pattern Challenge, the sewers make a top with a twist at its centre, which is a straightforward construction with a tricky brain-teaser.
MEET THE SEWERS
Maria
Lizzie
Lauren
Tony R
Matthew
Tony W
Vicki
Catherine
Mia
Fauve
Gillie
Asmaa
The Great British Sewing Bee returns Wednesday 24th May at 9pm on BBC One.