What I Do

Design Examples

Here are just a few samples of my designs that made it to retail and some personal projects.  Email me to set up a time to view more detailed work samples in my portfolio. A selection of works can also be viewed  HERE

Adidas

While working in the Sports Performance Training Group at Adidas, I designed kids active sportswear for on and off the field.  I interacted closely with development, pattern-making, materials, graphics and marketing to ensure design direction and concepts were executed according to marketing initiatives. Other responsibilities included in creating design kits, trim developments and artwork schematics, market shopping and attending fit sessions.

Merrell

As an Associate Designer  I have contributed to Merrell’s Fall 2012 line with a collection of women’s knit and woven tops and bottoms for off trail activities.  I assist the Senior Women’s Designer in all design aspects: create color boards, design updates, photo-shoot support, manage design binder. I also worked closely with the design engineers to ensure the correct trims and color requests correspond to design requests, create and update tech packs and  assist in creating presentation boards for internal and external audiences

Assist Product Engineers in ensuring factories are supplied with appropriate information in a timely manner, measure sample garments in preparation for fit sessions, enter garment measurements, comment on prototype garments, update and repost design sketches into WebPDM, review Bill of Materials to confirm items are accurate and reflect the approved designs. I partnered with international counterparts via email to warrant relevant specifications where met and shipped samples to international destination

Concrete Kiss

Concrete Kiss is a collection of separates for day and evening looks. A grouping of black fabrics in wool gabardine, stretch satin, lace, knits, and leather create a rich story of texture.

Gurl Band

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Bubble Gum Glam

A collection of casual separates inspired by the Japanese fashion magazine, FRUiTS. Asymmetry, interesting layering, pom-poms and quirky color combinations help to make this a playful collection.

Pinky and the Gray

Sweet FA 2009 Portland fashion show. These pieces incorporate feminine touches and with a bit of Nasty…Hand pleating, draping,  fabric yo-yo’s and gold chain embellishments made this silly, flirty collection a crowd pleaser.

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Everyday bags

These brightly colored nylon bags are great for strolling a farmer’s market, a picnic at the beach, running to the gym or the hustle and bustle of downtown shopping. A perfect lightweight, reversible, reusable, everyday shopping bag to add to any bag collection. Everyday bags are machine sewn using an original pattern.

Francis Persnickety

Don’t be fazed by his finicky facade, this faintly frowning fowl simply wants to find a friend. He has fled the flock and flown far afield. As Francis sees it, he’s seen it all. But now he’s tired and fancies a place to flop. So, if your heart longs for a fancy companion, then Francis will love you with wild abandon. He sits on his own or with a little coaxing. He will gladly keep you company on your mantel or in your workspace.  Francis is machine sewn and hand stitched using an original pattern.

Pouches

This dandy little coin pouch features an argyle motif. White diamonds are made from textured vinyl and are attached to dark blue denim with a zig-zag stitch. A decorative straight stitch is applied to the surface of the denim. The inside has a completely clean finish nylon lining. Pop color zipper is both decorative and functional. A removable keyring is attached to the zipper teeth tab detail.