OMG WHEN IS THIS SHOWING COMING TO THE STATES?!!?
I started reading Tilly's blog "Tilly and the Buttons" earlier this year and found out about 'The Great British Sewing Bee' (don't click the link unless you want spoilers!) through her blog (because she was a contestant, how cool is that!?). I remember thinking, "oh man, I wish I could watch this show". Then the other week Gertie mentioned watching the show on YouTube, so I checked it out over the weekend and was totally hooked. COMPLETELY HOOKED! Except there are only FOUR episodes and at the time only 3 had aired.
I missed the start of the recent Project Runway season so I haven't been watching. However, based on some reviews I have read recently it sounds like this season ain't so good. I had been getting a bit bothered at the amount of blatant advertising and the contestants seem to get wackier and less relate-able with each season so perhaps it's a good thing I missed this season.
Which brings me back to TGBSB. It's adorable! In case you haven't seen it, here's a quick rundown.
There are only 2 judges on this show: Patrick and some other lady (I can't remember her name). Patrick is the younger and hotter version of Tim Gunn (sorry, Tim!) and he has a British accent {swoon!} Both judges are so sweet and their criticism is constructive without coming off as catty. The host is a lady (damn, can't remember her name either....can you tell who I am focused on the most???) and I can't quite tell if she is familiar with sewing or if she asks simple questions for the benefit of a novice viewer. Regardless, she is too nice as well. She's not a Tim Gunn replacement because instead of giving advice she'll tell the contestants how she feels, mainly about how much she's loving something. How nice, right?
In the middle of the episode the show will go into a bit of history about sewing, which is quite informative. For instance, in one episode it was explained how patterns came into existence. Near the end of the episode, a "simple" home project is explained for the viewers. The projects seem "simple" enough, but the process is quite simplified to the point where I don't think any novice sewist would ever be able to see the sample project and be able to construct the exact same thing. In one episode, it was explained how to make your own curtains. I laughed through the whole demonstration because they were running through the steps so fast.
But back to the competition. Unlike Project Runway, where contestants are usually given one daunting garment/outfit to construct in one or two days per round, these contestants go through 3 different tasks per round. The tasks increase in difficulty and it appears the judges take all three tasks into account when making their final decision of who to eliminate. Usually the first task involves a simple garment made from a provided pattern. The second task is a refashion and the third task is a more detailed garment they have to fit on a model. However, the contestants were apparently made aware of the third garment ahead of time so they could pick a pattern and theoretically practice before having to make it on the show.
8 contestants started the show and 2 contestants have been eliminated per round. Our dear Tilly was unfortunately bounced in the second episode. I think her downfall was being too ambitious, which is too bad because you gotta appreciate someone who really pushes themselves to excel.
I'm pretty sure my husband thought I was a total nerd for watching this show, but eventually he started watching it with me and he COULD NOT STOP TALKING about Stuart's vest. I had joked awhile ago that I should make him a vest like the one a character wears in the show 'Justified'. He seemed to like the idea, but then he became totally smitten with Stuart's vest and now he wants one NOW! Oh boy, what have I gotten myself into?
I can't wait to watch the finale of TGBSB! And, yes, I would totally apply for the show if it was held in the States. My husband thinks I should apply for the show even if it's held in England....um, I don't think that would be allowed.....
Anyway, watch the show! It's delightful! They have tea during their breaks! And they all have amazing accents! It'll make you walk around the house saying "haberdashery" and wishing you could use it in everyday conversation with your non-sewing friends.
I started reading Tilly's blog "Tilly and the Buttons" earlier this year and found out about 'The Great British Sewing Bee' (don't click the link unless you want spoilers!) through her blog (because she was a contestant, how cool is that!?). I remember thinking, "oh man, I wish I could watch this show". Then the other week Gertie mentioned watching the show on YouTube, so I checked it out over the weekend and was totally hooked. COMPLETELY HOOKED! Except there are only FOUR episodes and at the time only 3 had aired.
I missed the start of the recent Project Runway season so I haven't been watching. However, based on some reviews I have read recently it sounds like this season ain't so good. I had been getting a bit bothered at the amount of blatant advertising and the contestants seem to get wackier and less relate-able with each season so perhaps it's a good thing I missed this season.
Which brings me back to TGBSB. It's adorable! In case you haven't seen it, here's a quick rundown.
There are only 2 judges on this show: Patrick and some other lady (I can't remember her name). Patrick is the younger and hotter version of Tim Gunn (sorry, Tim!) and he has a British accent {swoon!} Both judges are so sweet and their criticism is constructive without coming off as catty. The host is a lady (damn, can't remember her name either....can you tell who I am focused on the most???) and I can't quite tell if she is familiar with sewing or if she asks simple questions for the benefit of a novice viewer. Regardless, she is too nice as well. She's not a Tim Gunn replacement because instead of giving advice she'll tell the contestants how she feels, mainly about how much she's loving something. How nice, right?
(source: http://www.digitalspy.com)
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| Lady Judge, Lady Host, and Patrick |
But back to the competition. Unlike Project Runway, where contestants are usually given one daunting garment/outfit to construct in one or two days per round, these contestants go through 3 different tasks per round. The tasks increase in difficulty and it appears the judges take all three tasks into account when making their final decision of who to eliminate. Usually the first task involves a simple garment made from a provided pattern. The second task is a refashion and the third task is a more detailed garment they have to fit on a model. However, the contestants were apparently made aware of the third garment ahead of time so they could pick a pattern and theoretically practice before having to make it on the show.
8 contestants started the show and 2 contestants have been eliminated per round. Our dear Tilly was unfortunately bounced in the second episode. I think her downfall was being too ambitious, which is too bad because you gotta appreciate someone who really pushes themselves to excel.
I'm pretty sure my husband thought I was a total nerd for watching this show, but eventually he started watching it with me and he COULD NOT STOP TALKING about Stuart's vest. I had joked awhile ago that I should make him a vest like the one a character wears in the show 'Justified'. He seemed to like the idea, but then he became totally smitten with Stuart's vest and now he wants one NOW! Oh boy, what have I gotten myself into?
I can't wait to watch the finale of TGBSB! And, yes, I would totally apply for the show if it was held in the States. My husband thinks I should apply for the show even if it's held in England....um, I don't think that would be allowed.....
Anyway, watch the show! It's delightful! They have tea during their breaks! And they all have amazing accents! It'll make you walk around the house saying "haberdashery" and wishing you could use it in everyday conversation with your non-sewing friends.
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