Almost

About two weeks ago I made a big decision that changed my workflow drastically. Now I'm not saying what I'm doing now nor posting any pictures because I want it to be a surprise but it's something that I've always wanted to do and I'm taking the leap making it what my brand will sell. A lot of people said I was crazy for dong what I did but I've also had a lot of support from my peers. Maybe I AM crazy but it's ok because I can make crazy work and make it look good. It will show more love and passion because it's what I truly want to do and nothing will stop me from doing it.

Coming to an end.

Time flies, I wish it can be slower. It is almost the end and so close to the show. Feel nervous and exciting! But I still need work on some detail and finish my third ensemble.

                                  Always keep “Don’t be boring!” in mind and stay tuned!

Flu season got me some type of way..

It's the last week of construction for capstone and I've been hit with the stomach flu. Awesome timing. However, the show must go on, so I will be working on flats and last minute accessory planning from bed today. 

Hoping for a quick and painless transition and then back to construction tomorrow and Thursday. 

The focus next week is to continue manually knitting head accessories that could potentially make it to the show. More thoughts and pictures on that as I find a design I see going with my collection. 

Capstone // Week Eleven

Our final week of construction is finally upon us. There is loads of work to get done still, so this next week will be busy busy busy!

Below I have attached my "Hair & Makeup" board that we needed to create for class.

I can not wait to see how everyone's final garments come along next week! This semester has gone by so unbelievably fast that it's hard to believe that it is all coming to an end.

Our show is April 13th at the Downtown Market! Be there!

- Rose Stone

Hair & Makeup

Capstone // Week Ten

Work, work, and more work!

"Eye on the prize!"

- Rose Stone

Love what you did!

Time flies, It was already week nine! Less than a month till the fashion show. I finished two ensembles and now it is time to work on the last one. I love what I am doing now, and keep working on what I love to do. 

                             Always keep “Don’t be boring!” in mind and stay tuned!

Back to the beginning

Well it's back to where I started and redoing a lot of things, changing looks and trying not to cry about it. I decided to redo my collection and start new patterns, I decided to do what I really want to do which is lingerie. It will be a lot of late nights and a lot of work but it will be worth it. I am now happy with what I'm doing.

           

Capstone // Week Nine

This week we are focusing on pattern drafting for our third and final garments.

My third piece is my most complex gown, having more style lines and design details, so I really need to stay focused and on track with my schedule/planner so that I am able to execute this design within the next two weeks.

The pace is picking up, and things are all coming together! 

Stay tuned in for more details regarding our Capstone show.

- Rose Stone

To knit, or not to knit...

As the collection is coming together, I have finally developed enough in my knitting and programing to create a full knit-tube dress. The question now, and still remains, do I add these different knits to the collection to showcase what I've been working towards?

My hesitation with adding the knit-tube dress and array of other knits to my three-look collection is whether or not I will be able to blend the looks together with cohesion. I worry that if there are too many factors playing in texture wise, there may be disconnect between all of the looks as a collection. 


           


This is the knit-tube dress I developed. The other knits that would be added to the collection would follow along the same knit structure and yarn color.

Failure

Capstone // Week Eight

We are just wrapping up our last week of our second month of school, and boy oh boy are things moving quickly.

Our second ensemble is due this Thursday, so look for an upcoming sneak peak!

Our Capstone Fashion Show has officially been scheduled for Wednesday April 13th at 7pm, at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market. This years theme is UnEarth - which I think goes hand in hand with crystals, which is where my collection's theme derives!

I really can't believe that this semester is already so close to being finished, but I could not be more ecstatic to see everyone's collections come to life and rock it down the runway.

For more info on our upcoming fashion show, click here.

- Rose Stone

Work work

This week I've been working on finishing pants and a jacket. It's been probably my favorite pieces to make so far because of the structure and the materials. The jacket is made of  a quilted coat lining as the exterior for texture and dimension. Having to be precise can be fun in a weird way, being in control of what you're doing is very satisfying. 

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Ensemble two is wrapping up. There is a lot of work to be done still as far as hand sewing goes, but I am confident and happy with how things are finishing. A quick, last minute decision to change the fabric for my shorts for this next look is also something I'm confident in. 


I found an intricate, burn-out velvet that will add a touch of interest for ensemble two and three that I was missing before. 


I am enjoying the mix of machine stitching and stability with hand stitched finishes- I think it adds a personal touch to each garment.


Moving forward, it's crazy to think there is only six weeks until showtime! The deadlines are fast approaching and senior year is also going as fast as it came.

Questions still on my mind:

1. Embellishments and how those are going to play in?
2. Accessories? What? How many?
3. What is my timeline and how am I going to stick to that?


                 
             A sneak peek at the next ensemble