Blog Off!!

Well well well, looks like deadline day for PPRD is upon me.

You know what that means? My blog is being marked! Meaning maybe I won't be able to post for a weeks! :(

FACTS>

This blog is genius. It has genuinely helped me organise things better and the great thing about it is that it makes my crappy handwriting look all swish and cool. Two things which I am not. I am loving promoting myself (and at times dissin' myself) on this blog. I'm loving how it organises me. When it's all written down, for all to see, it's motivating and a true push in the right direction.

This blog has, undoubtedly helped me reflect and develop, which I'd say is the point isn't it??

The thought of being without it is v distressing.

So don't worry blog fans....

I'll be back!  

B&M baaaaaaabe

:D

Just came out of a an awesome lesson with Jo for Buying and Merchandising!

It was brilliant. We were learning about the calculations that trainee, assistant and senior buyers and merchandisers have to face every day. And I must say, I'm not feeling as OMG**PANICKY**OMG as I thought I would have. I'm not particularly good with numbers. I know I need to work on that. But now I know exactly what to perfect before I go out into the big wide world.

Lessons like today are what I came to the Arts Institute to do. To get real insights into what challenges that I am determined to face. 

Feeling really positive. One more thing.

Thanks Fda! xxxx

I <3 photo uploading....I'm getting pretty good at it, but whatever...

Now I have finally updated pictures from my toile making and important experimentation!

Oh and also might I add, the toile review yesterday was a GREAT SUCCESS!

Pat, Az and Jodie were all so helpful and came back with excellent feedback to help me move on.

I have decided to make some alterations on the skirt and the bodice involving some extra wiring and more eyelets......more on that story later.....

Confessions Of A Shopaholic......yeah, I went to see it....

And I'll tell you what....it was actually pretty good....




I don't wana sound like a bit of a moron, but despite being fun to watch the movie does have a worrying messaage which I could totally relate to!
The thrill of clothes shopping is seriously addictive and could effectively dent your entire life savings and/or paychecks.
But, Rebecca Bloomwood's story in this movie shows her trying to kick the habit cold turkey with some rather hideous talking manequins! All in all a very appropriate movie for this economic climate and for those haters who are slagging off the film, pipe down you anti-shoppers!!

Except...I will agree...the love story is total bilge!

Toiles and Tribulations.........:(

OMG how many toiles can a gal do??
Well, i have only done one, but its not exactly right so I must made the whole thing AGAIN?!
But I promise not to cock it up on the real thing, I swear!


Ah well... needs must after all :/


On a good note, I've handed in my Lectra folder and am still improving on Illustrator.


Oh and did I mention.....I'm hoping to book my second placement with..oh...only TESCO!!!! Fingers crossed! I'm going to ask Jo to give my CV and gander - all about who you know eh ;)

Keep you updated bloggers, promise!

Illustrator Shmillistrator!

Pah! Who needs Jamie's help anyway??

Well, actually, me the majority of the time, but anyway, I'm posting to say that I am vastly improving!!!!

Today I have created two of my accessories and my final design for my outfitting project.

So really I've just come on her to boast about my cool new skills!

Peace!

Jersey Royal <3

Result!

I am very happy to announce to everyone that will listen that i have just finished my jersey t-shirt and I am very proud at my outcome!I have been sticking to a very strict time plan at the moment. I've tried to push with my Lectra and jersey project, whilst planning my toile for CDF.

And I can report, so far so good!I struggled with the Kansia Machine (dun dun duuuuuun) and I had to unpick but beauty equals pain and all that!!

However, i feel that it wouldn't be right if my new post didn't have one low point/attack of paranoia.

The rib detailing on my neckline is towards the right seam instead f the left. I am ridiculously annoyed about this and I'm hoping that it won't muck up my whole t-shirt. But if it has to be altered....c'est la vie! :(

A picture is on its way, promise!

>>>>In other news, a successful trip to London (Berwick St)meant that the fabric sourcing for my 'cool new trainers dress' is done and dusted. I even managed to get through the whole day in the big smoke without an argument with someone on the tube! Score!