Dress sample progress

For those not aware, or new to blog (welcome!), I've been working on inaugural pieces for a vintage-inspired fashion line.

If I had some photos of the dress samples to show you I would, but I was far too absorbed in the process of critiquing the samples with industry peers, and as such, forgot to take any! 

Upon looking at the silhouette of each piece, they look stunning, which is positive. On close inspection, though, a few errors were found.

Between you and I, the samples I made could have been better (and will be next time). I also should have made a spec sheet outlining seam allowances, finish and hem measurements, but I was rushed for time (that's my excuse & I'm sticking to it).
A sample is always critiqued before production, and errors are always found, therefore I'm trying not to be too hard on myself.

Now that I have a better idea of where I'm at in terms of production, I'm not sure the clothes will be ready for the Adelaide Vintage Expo at the end of the month. Instead, I'm aiming for just 2 or 3 units of one or two designs or none at all. I'd rather have something done properly than have it rushed and made poorly.

I'll be visiting my manufacturing friends again next week to see how everything is going and perhaps this time I'll remember to take some photos.

Cheery,
Jason

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Clothing sample update

As you may know, I have plans to create & sell a  small line of clothing, (in fact let's call it tiny) ;-) which have references from the 50's & 60, but in modern textiles.

Last week I visited The Social Studio, which is those those of you who don't know is a clothing store & cafe that works with young people, who have experience of being a refugee. The Social Studio have their own clothing label and all garments are made in house. In addition to being ethically made, these clothes assist people in the community by giving them skills and exposure to the fashion industry.

The purpose of the visit was to have a chat about getting my own clothing label produced in time for The Adelaide Vintage Expo and if the price was right continue the relationship for further production down the track.

The meeting was successful with an agreement being made of having samples made first, so staff can have a practice run in sewing the garments. I also discussed my concerns of the need for the garments being competitively priced regardless of how they are made because I want my label to be accessible for everyone.

The samples should be ready for viewing sometime next week. I'll be taking photos of them and explaining the reasons why I choose fabric types. Hooray for next week!

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