Great British Sewing Bee star flooded with support after breaking down in tears
A Great British Sewing Bee contestant broke down in tears after judges hailed his "beautiful" creation, which carried a poignant connection to his late mum.
Judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young set the sewers a challenge this week to craft garments using reused and recycled materials, with many contestants bringing along old family clothing.
Durham-based stitcher Dan, who started sewing aged just 10, gathered a collection of matching Christmas t-shirts his family had worn in 2022.
His plan was to transform them into a single halter-neck dress, complete with a faux-fur muff.
Discussing the accessory, he revealed: "This was a shawl that I made for my mum that she only wore once, unfortunately she passed away," reports Wales Online.
"So I thought it'd be really nice to have her touch."
When his finished creation was unveiled, Dan's garment was described as "beautiful" and he even claimed Garment of the Week honours.
"I'm glad I did this, because I wanted my mum to be represented," he wept.
He later reflected: "This week has been insane, I can't believe all the good comments they said.
"It was really nice they got my vision and knew where I was going with it, especially this one in particular, it was really personal to me."
Patrick also lauded Dan's finished piece, declaring: "It's absolutely stunning and such a beautiful story behind it.
"The perfect way to go from an unwanted pile of old pyjamas into this beautiful, beautiful outfit."
Following his victory, Dan said: "I've just got to trust my instincts and go with it. I'm glad that I did it on this week, where it was something so personal."
Viewers were moved by the story behind his design, with one commenting: "Dan that dress was absolutely amazing mate. Thoroughly deserved garment of the week."
Another viewer expressed: "Really pleased for Dan," while another added: "Definitely want to give Dan a huge cuddle."
"Dan smashed it this week!" a fourth fan praised, while another admirer commented: "Well done Dan, that looked really good."
The Great British Sewing Bee airs Tuesdays at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer.
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