The Great British Sewing Bee is back and we couldn’t be more excited to meet the class of 2016!

The much loved show will return Monday 16th May to BBC2, and will see 10 new contestants face stitchy challenges brought to them by judges, Patrick Grant and newbie, Esme Young.

Be sure to check out our weekly blog brought to you by Sew columnist and series one contestant, Stuart Hillard throughout series four!

Plus the accompanying book The Great British Sewing Bee: From Stitch To Style, is on sale now! Get your copy FREE when you subscribe to Sew!

So clear your diary, stock up on the biscuits and enjoy the show!