Sunday, June 16, 2013
Weekend Project!
Well I have made an accomplishment over the weekend! Before leaving for the summer internship, I had been working on a skirt as a beginning project with a college instructor. We ended up running out of time at the end of the year with finals invading on sewing opportunity so we moved onto plan B...SKYPE! She gave me the final steps and after pins, ironing, cutting, sewing, and serging, my project is now complete! I am relieved and happy to know that I am finally getting a handle on sewing and gaining the necessary skills to go along with it. Below I have pictures of my concluding processes:)
Friday, June 14, 2013
Summer Internship: Day 11
Another week already gone! I only worked 3 days this week, but still kept very busy with my own sewing and sketching outside of the studio!
At the beginning of the week we had been working on tote bags, which again, required a lot of cutting and tracing on my end. As pieces were being constructed, I learned that ironing is a crucial step to the process in order for fabric to lay properly. In fact, ironing should be done with nearly everything you do when sewing; even if it is only pajama pants;) By the end of today we had 9 tote bags complete and finished appropriately. Not too bad for only 3 days of work!
On a side note, I had my own assignments from Christopher to complete individually. I recently bought a serger, and for those who are curious, this is similar to a sewing machine but instead has two needles, four spools for thread and at the same time cuts fabric to have a clean, finished edge. The clothing you are wearing right now probably has some sort of serging done within it. Being introduced and practicing with serging is a new and difficult task, but after practice, Christopher has decided it is time to start my project. My project consists of sketching out some simple sweatshirt style designs and then following through by physically making the one I design. Sweatshirts can be done almost entirely by just using a serger which is why it makes for a perfect first project!
Below I have some of the images I have been practicing with:) Happy Friday!
At the beginning of the week we had been working on tote bags, which again, required a lot of cutting and tracing on my end. As pieces were being constructed, I learned that ironing is a crucial step to the process in order for fabric to lay properly. In fact, ironing should be done with nearly everything you do when sewing; even if it is only pajama pants;) By the end of today we had 9 tote bags complete and finished appropriately. Not too bad for only 3 days of work!
On a side note, I had my own assignments from Christopher to complete individually. I recently bought a serger, and for those who are curious, this is similar to a sewing machine but instead has two needles, four spools for thread and at the same time cuts fabric to have a clean, finished edge. The clothing you are wearing right now probably has some sort of serging done within it. Being introduced and practicing with serging is a new and difficult task, but after practice, Christopher has decided it is time to start my project. My project consists of sketching out some simple sweatshirt style designs and then following through by physically making the one I design. Sweatshirts can be done almost entirely by just using a serger which is why it makes for a perfect first project!
Below I have some of the images I have been practicing with:) Happy Friday!
Thursday, June 13, 2013
My Day Off!
Well today I ended up having a day off on the most perfect day ever! The sun was finally shinning so I decided it was necessary to soak it up:)
However, as promised, I will be posting some photos tomorrow of my projects I have been working on...PROMISE!
I know not a lot of exciting information for all of you today, but keeping it short and sweet!
On a side note, I was featured in the Sioux Falls Woman Magazine in the fashion section for the June/July issue! Copy and paste the link below and it should be on page 16!
http://issuu.com/siouxfallswoman/docs/sioux_falls_woman_june_-_july_2013/
However, as promised, I will be posting some photos tomorrow of my projects I have been working on...PROMISE!
I know not a lot of exciting information for all of you today, but keeping it short and sweet!
On a side note, I was featured in the Sioux Falls Woman Magazine in the fashion section for the June/July issue! Copy and paste the link below and it should be on page 16!
http://issuu.com/siouxfallswoman/docs/sioux_falls_woman_june_-_july_2013/
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Summer Internship: Day 9 & 10
Well onto week 3 of my internship...ALREADY! I cannot believe how quickly this experience is going but I am loving every minute of it!
The last couple days have been busy both in the studio and out. Yesterday I worked on measuring dimensions of future handbags to go with the collection Christopher is working on. This required that I trace out the measurements out of pattern paper for the base, straps, etc that will be needed to construct the bag. So far we have traced and cut the leather pieces.
I was also given a little bit of side homework; but homework that I am actually excited about:) The past few days Christopher has been working with me on using my new serger, which is different from a sewing machine in that it is able to stitch and finish an edge in one swift movement. I have gained some basic knowledge so we are ready to move onto a bigger project! This is where my homework comes in! I had to complete some sketches of the look I wanted to complete for my first "serging" project! I will share the sketches soon:)
ADDITIONALLY! I am also about finished with a skirt I have been working on! So to sum up the past few days...sewing, sketching and serging! Again, pictures will be up this week!
Thank you everyone for following and supporting my blog! Please let me know future things you guys would like to see!
The last couple days have been busy both in the studio and out. Yesterday I worked on measuring dimensions of future handbags to go with the collection Christopher is working on. This required that I trace out the measurements out of pattern paper for the base, straps, etc that will be needed to construct the bag. So far we have traced and cut the leather pieces.
I was also given a little bit of side homework; but homework that I am actually excited about:) The past few days Christopher has been working with me on using my new serger, which is different from a sewing machine in that it is able to stitch and finish an edge in one swift movement. I have gained some basic knowledge so we are ready to move onto a bigger project! This is where my homework comes in! I had to complete some sketches of the look I wanted to complete for my first "serging" project! I will share the sketches soon:)
ADDITIONALLY! I am also about finished with a skirt I have been working on! So to sum up the past few days...sewing, sketching and serging! Again, pictures will be up this week!
Thank you everyone for following and supporting my blog! Please let me know future things you guys would like to see!
Friday, June 7, 2013
Summer Internship: Day 8 (TWIN CITIES LIVE!!!)
Today was a new experience for me! We took a break from studio work to venture out to the twin cities. Christopher was given a challenge, among two other designers, to make a complete look (accessories included) for $50.00 and under for Twin Cities Live show. The dress he designed and constructed came to just around $25.00 while accessories and shoes combined only came to $15.00. He created a fabulous look for around $40.00!!! Below I placed the link so you all may see the segment of the show and the garment Christopher created:
http://twincitieslive.com/article/12500/?vid=4088415
I assisted backstage helping our model get dressed and perfected before making stage presence. It was really neat seeing how a studio as well as live show worked and functioned. People were running back and forth to make sure everyone was at the right place at the right time. There was also high energy, which was really exciting! I snapped some shots of the wall leading into the studio which included signatures of people who had taken part in the show previously! Anyway, enjoy the video clip and photo!
http://twincitieslive.com/article/12500/?vid=4088415
I assisted backstage helping our model get dressed and perfected before making stage presence. It was really neat seeing how a studio as well as live show worked and functioned. People were running back and forth to make sure everyone was at the right place at the right time. There was also high energy, which was really exciting! I snapped some shots of the wall leading into the studio which included signatures of people who had taken part in the show previously! Anyway, enjoy the video clip and photo!
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Summer Internship: Day 7
Cutting, cutting, and more cutting! I am going to become a pro by the end of this; however, I did get a new tool other than a sheers to use today. I learned how to manipulate a rotary cutter which basically looks like a pizza cutter but for fabric. Needless to say, this is a great tool to have once a person has gained control over the pressure they exert on the material.
This internship is not only to help a designer with projects, but also so I am able to gain hands on experience based on the knowledge I have received in school so far. Although my major is apparel merchandising, we do not get the opportunity to work with sewing machines. Working with a designer was my ultimate goal in helping me decide my future career path.
This internship is not only to help a designer with projects, but also so I am able to gain hands on experience based on the knowledge I have received in school so far. Although my major is apparel merchandising, we do not get the opportunity to work with sewing machines. Working with a designer was my ultimate goal in helping me decide my future career path.
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Summer Internship: Day 5 and 6
I have OFFICIALLY finished cutting leather scales...for now:) If you happen to be curious about how many I cut out, it was 519 for the grand total! I think my fingers are slightly relieved, until tomorrow at least!
Aside from that little shindig, I also have my own projects I am currently working on within fashion. Sewing has been a huge goal for me to become knowledgeable in. My grandmother gave me a sewing machine she had from the 1980's, so I have been slowly but surely, learning to use it. Since I am definitely a beginner in this process, a great basic project to work from is pajama pants. So far, I am on my 5th pair and feel pretty ready for a new challenge:)
Aside from that little shindig, I also have my own projects I am currently working on within fashion. Sewing has been a huge goal for me to become knowledgeable in. My grandmother gave me a sewing machine she had from the 1980's, so I have been slowly but surely, learning to use it. Since I am definitely a beginner in this process, a great basic project to work from is pajama pants. So far, I am on my 5th pair and feel pretty ready for a new challenge:)
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