About Caroline Akselson
Caroline Akselson runs an independent, London-based sewing company. Having studied costume design, she has a wealth of knowledge on garment construction and has independently worked for a number of high-profile clients, including Lulu Guinness, Kate Spade, the Hamilton musical and the Aladdin musical. She teaches and speaks about sewing and sustainability throughout London, inspiring people to make their own clothes and lead a more sustainable life through sewing.
About The Great British Sewing Bee
The Great British Sewing Bee is a BBC reality show that began airing on BBC Two on 2 April 2013. Sophie Willan hosts the show, as 12 talented home sewers are challenged to create gorgeous garments, under the scrutiny of judges Esme Young and Patrick Grant, for the title of Britain’s Best Amateur Sewer.