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Great Fit Start with Correct Measurements!
Most consumers do not know their correct body measurement. Fewer know how to use these in selecting clothing! Ladies what’s your full chest and under chest, what’s your waist, chest hip, your inseam! Measurement , one of the most important bits of information in selecting correct sized clothing, is the bane of the fashion and apparel e-commerce … Continue reading
SS2019
It’s 2019. I know it’s been awhile since I maintained a regular blog. Its simply so much easier to post a general update. In the past year I’ve had so many calls asking for specific programs, workshops, products and or services, as such, I was able to focus on product development and segment my audience. … Continue reading
Art 2018
Art as Therapy, Art as Surface, Art as Product, Art as Merchandise, As as Gifts! ART 2018. It’s the start of November and 2018 is almost at a close. The “WHAT” a selection of print on demand merchandise. I had no idea just how much “art” I’d created. I began by developing the art behind these … Continue reading
Print 2018
When we’re working on a fashion design concept the fabric is so important! Not just the type but also the surface design itself. I began this specific journey a couple years ago exploring color, pattern and now repeats. The next step is to prints by the yard but I also want to have the ability … Continue reading
Me. Myself and I
I’ve begun releasing new sets of designs in preparation for the holidays. I’ve added them under the “Embrace Da Bs” collection. I’ve chosen to release the works without the story. Art should be personal for the viewer and the artist. Plus this format gives me a purpose for mu FB page. THE PROCESS FROM ART … Continue reading
A Quest for Unique Patterns and Prints
I Am a change manager, in the process of change. I Am going through a transition, my preferences in prints and colors even textures has drastically, is drastically, changing I recently started exploring and experimenting with prints that spoke to a Pan African as well as Caribbean aesthetic. Prints, patterns, colors that spoke of my … Continue reading
I Don’t do African Print
I do not use “African” prints. I am over apologizing for it… I do NOT CONNECT with the fabric. Too often the pattern is directionally printed on the wrong grain. The color range disturbs my soul. I find it to bright and garish it does not calm. It’s not my narrative. If you’re serious about a … Continue reading
2 Learn for Joy Or Money – Part 1
I just marked the first year teaching sewing to complete beginners at a volunteer program at a transitional housing facility for women. I usually work with advanced professional sewers so its a new experience introducing the craft of sewing to newbies. During the course of our sewing circles it surprised me how strongly many felt … Continue reading