Thursday, December 12, 2019

My First Year Portfolio


"Somehow, everything falls into place."

I took the big leap and changed my concentration to apparel design.

When Degree Works officially updated to reflect the change, excitement filled my heart as I viewed the required courses. Fashion sketching. Pattern drafting. This is what I want!

When I shared this with my mom, she thought it was a great idea because I am happy when I am creating. She wasn't surprised. 

I'm currently blogging when I should be studying for finals. Haha. It's good to take breaks. I finished my first year portfolio tonight. As I was photographing each piece for my portfolio, it hit me how cool everything looks together. I didn't intentionally make each class project to coordinate with one another. I just remember...

  • For the apron, I love the rugged, industrial look which seems to be a classic style in menswear.
  • For the skirt, I chose black because black goes with everything. You can dress it up or down. Give me my combat boots and Mary Janes.
  • For the shirt, I initially planned on making a classic all white button-down shirt but, ended up adding a denim pocket and collar. My friend and I agreed I could wear this on a trip to California or Texas. Perfect!
  • For the pants, I knew I had to have the fabric when I saw wildlife and adventure. Dreaming of renting a cabin in the woods of Vermont. Then, making a drive to Montreal. Maybe after finals week!?
...and somehow everything came together.

Keep creating your own adventures, independent woman.

Thursday, December 5, 2019

Fashion and Science

I finally had the opportunity to check out the UML Fashion Makerspace! It was amazing to see different techniques we talk about in consumer textiles and to see what new ideas are currently being developed.

After seeing my pictures from tonight, my classmate said, "Ouda in heaven". Haha.

I hope "Ouda in heaven." becomes a common theme in my life.

The original serger machines.

Heavy duty leather sewing machine.

Garment cutting machine.

Plastic engineering.

Flatbed knitting machine.

3D printing.

Weaving.

Yarn twisting.

Jacquard weaving.

Abrasion resistance tester.

Water resistance tester.

Thank you Ashli, Cheryl, Ani, and Diana for an inspiring board meeting.