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.