"The knitting is judged by Di Gilpin and Sheila Greenwell, known for their work with Chanel, Vivienne Westwood, Paul Smith and Nike. The eight-part series follows in the footsteps of The Great British Bake Off and The Great British Sewing Bee. The Independent's Charlotte O'Sullivan praised the judges, saying: "Di is the emotional one. Sheila has the comic timing. Both find a way to let people down gently. Two middle-aged women in charge? How refreshing. But with or without bloodshed and bonking, this is must-see TV. Knit, cry, hug, repeat? Happy sob. Yes, please.""
"Speaking to Metro, Daley said: "Some people might be ready to hate it because they want knitting to be protected, or have a certain idea of knitting. But I think this show is about celebrating all kinds of knitters and celebrating all kinds of styles." His aim was to encourage as many people as possible to try the world of knitting and crocheting. "I'd love to be able to take it into a school project, and get more kids involved in knitting.""
Game of Wool: Britain's Best Knitter is a Channel 4 eight-part competition hosted by Tom Daley in which amateur knitters compete to be crowned champion. Each episode challenges contestants to create unique pieces, with the first episode requiring a full-size sofa cover and a tank top modelled by Daley. The knitting is judged by Di Gilpin and Sheila Greenwell, who have worked for Chanel, Vivienne Westwood, Paul Smith and Nike. The judges offer gentle critiques, emotional support and comic timing. Daley aims to celebrate diverse knitting styles and encourage children and adults to try knitting and crocheting. The show airs Sundays at 8pm.
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