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After a year of planning and manufacturing, the annual fashion show finally arrived! All last week we were sorting out our venue and rehearsing the routines for the show. In the dress rehearsals, i was so nervous, because i heard my music playing on stage, and my models weren't ready! Nightmare! With a bit of practise of getting my dresses on, all went well on both nights of the show. I thought i had better upload some images for everyone to see how it went, so any comments you have, please do let me know!</div>
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As promised, here are some of the images from my photo shoot! Also, the place where i got these done is called Awol Studios, which is based in Manchester, and if you want to have a look at what that's like, this is the link <a href="http://www.awol-studios.co.uk/">http://www.awol-studios.co.uk/</a></div>
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Trust me, looks can be deceiving! I have to admit that when i pulled up to this old mill, and when i say old, i mean like falling down in places; i was a bit apprehensive, and thought how on earth i was going to get a good shoot from here! However, i was pleasantly surprised by how creative and inspiring the interior was, very arts and crafts style and basically a make do situation, but a fab place to be creative!</div>
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I have over 300 images, so have just picked out a few to show the different kinds of shots we got. All my other images will be in my photoshoot journal. I now have to pick out the best ones to add to my portfolio. Please do let me know what you think!</div>
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Today has been a fantastic day! I am so relieved to say that my photo shoot on Saturday went really well, with over 900 images being taken. Now i am awaiting to see the results, which will hopefully be this evening; so excited!</div>
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My biggest relief, is that just today, i have completely finished all my toiles, toile diaries and final garments, and they are all ready to be handed in! Phew. The last dress has got to be the most impressive i must say! Well worth the effort and the wait, its just a real shame that it wasn't finished in time for the photo shoot. </div>
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Now it's just a case of tidying up the rest of my work, including the photo shoot journal, but at least the bulk of it is all done and dusted.</div>
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As soon as i get the images, i will post them and let you have a look.</div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1909065711422828405.post-47690575546030273602012-05-16T09:44:00.001-07:002012-05-16T09:44:36.722-07:00Eden Springs!<div align="center">
<span style="color: purple;">Eden Springs water donation is well on its way to college! Fab! </span></div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1909065711422828405.post-2552182881607571592012-05-14T03:46:00.001-07:002012-05-14T03:46:20.820-07:00<div align="center">
I have my photo shoot this coming Saturday, and i am really looking forward to seeing my dresses worn by professional models. My photographer and I are still trying to find a range of models for my shoot, but finding that models with that one look that you really desire is harder than you think. I never knew that i was that fussy about who my models were until now. </div>
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I do have to say, that my photographer is a life saver though. Over the past few weeks, i have had my makeup and hair stylist cancel on me due to unforeseen circumstances, and my model bailing on me too; so i was pretty much left with nothing but a photographer! This was daunting being as the deadline was getting closer. Luckily, Emma was on hand to sort everything out for me, which was an incredible help!!! She really is absolutely fab. Can't wait to work with her on Saturday and see what we come up with for a shoot. </div>
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I have been having a bot of a look at makeup styles for the makeup artist, and have come to the decision to keep it fairly minimal, but highlight the eyes in a subtle way; keeping it feminine and stereotypically bridal.</div>
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The last few weeks have seen me making a few alterations to my last two designs, not major changes but a few little ones. I have managed to finish my fifth dress, and have thankfully managed to get a HUGE discount on the trim i have used on it, otherwise I wouldn't have been able to afford to finish it to the standard in wanted it to be at. A little convincing goes a long way! In return for such an amazing discount, all the supplier wants is a few images of my finished gowns to put in their website, promoting both their company and myself, which is fantastic! </div>
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I have to admit, this gown has got to be my favourite so far, as it really highlights what i wanted out of my collection. Glamour, elegance and sophistication.</div>
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I am now really eager to get my final dress finished for the fast approaching deadline, and look forward to seing my collection as a whole.</div>
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We have been looking at potential hair and makeup styles for months now, and it's getting to the stage where we have to make some decisions for the fashion show. I personally like Dawn's idea of a fairly nude eye and a bold lip, as i think it would work well with a lot of our collections without overpowering them. Last years make up looked a bit dirty to me, especially after a whole day of wearing virtually black eye shadow. I have come across some images in a magazine, that support the look of the nude eye and bold lip, so would appreciate any thoughts on this idea.</div>
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I have also managed to sort out my photo shoot, even though i found my photographer a few months ago! My photographer is Emma Pilkington, who is based in Manchester where she has her own studio. My photo shoot will take place in this studio setting. I have also found a hair and makeup stylist who has trained at one of Manchester's leading makeup schools, and who is willing to do this for free on the condition that she can use the images for her own portfolio. I have yet to decide on the specific looks for the photoshoot, however my makeup artist specialises in bridal hair and makeup, and has recently done a course in this field. I am awaiting some images from her to give me some inspiration on the look. I will definitely keep you posted on any ideas i have though!</div>
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Emma Pilkington Website: <a href="http://emmapilkington.co.uk/">http://emmapilkington.co.uk/</a></div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1909065711422828405.post-37310612758053913112012-04-30T04:25:00.000-07:002012-04-30T04:25:17.607-07:00Fashion Favours<div align="center">
With this years fashion show looming, I thought i had better organise my little fashion show favours like last years second years did. I thought it was a really nice touch to say a small thank you to the guests for coming to the show. I have just finished making mine up, and they look really beautiful; exactly how i wanted them to look. I would upload an image, but that would ruin the surprise, so you will just have to wait and see them on the day!</div>
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Things are really coming together for the show now, with all my favours done, my styling accessories bought, my music chosen for my collection, and of course... 4 of my dresses complete, with 2 to manufacture within the next month. </div>
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No problem! </div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1909065711422828405.post-54389940191129988962012-04-30T01:33:00.001-07:002012-04-30T01:33:37.683-07:00Wine and Water<div style="text-align: center;">
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I came across this offer a couple of days ago, and have just filled out the form online to try and get us 24 bottles of Eden Springs water for free, to go towards the water for the models. They are reviewing the application and are going to get back to me over the next few weeks to see if we qualify for this donation of water. The offer goes out to people who are helping a charity, so i mentioned our college charity ASAP, and how the fashion show helps this charity anually. I know this is only a small amount of the water we probably need, but at least it will save us a little bit of money that we could spend on something else!</div>
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I have also come across some cheap wine in Asda that could potentially be a good one for the fashion show. Its called Luchana and it's £2.50. It might be cheap, but i decided to try it to see what it was like, and for that price it is lovely. </div>
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Just managed to complete my fourth dress in final fabric, and it looks really great, and i must admit that these images don't really do it much justice. Only thing left to do is hem it and adjust the shoulder detail to fit the model. I now cant wait to start my fifth pattern and toile tomorrow, as the deadline for this project is fast approaching and with so much to still do its a bit daunting! </div>
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As a bit of an update to the fund raising, the Easter raffle didn't exactly take off. There was no support what so ever which was disappointing, so now the prizes will go towards the fashion show raffle to help raise funds for ASAP. There are up and coming bag pack days which always help to raise funds, with the latest total from a recent pack standing at £211.84. One the weather picks up a bit, we are also participating in a sponsored walk/run, so hopefully friends and family will give generously!</div>
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Over the past few weeks i have been doing a bit of shopping around for some accessories to style my models for the photoshoot and the fashion show. I have come across some really great finds in a charity shop in crewe who specialise in bridal wear at a very reasonable price. I did manage to find lots of shoes that i could style my models in, however at this point in time I don't know any of my models sizes.</div>
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I had a go with some different hairstyles to see what each would look like with the hair up and down, as at this time, we have not yet decided on a make-up or hairstyle for the fashion show. I also bought a pair of shoes because they were only £2 and at least one of my models should be a size 6. </div>
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</div><div align="center">Now its just a case of waiting for the response! </div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1909065711422828405.post-36906661184021680782012-02-08T01:20:00.000-08:002012-02-08T01:20:41.535-08:00Half way there<div align="center">I'm currently at the half way stage in the manufacture of my collection, having made 3 toiles and 3 final garments. My latest dress is now finished, and has turned out better than i had expected. Along the way, i have made a few changes to my initial designs, but each has turned out very well. This is an image of the bodice from my latest dress...</div><div align="center"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I have also managed to get hold of some inspirational accessories that i will be using in the fashion show to style my models, each individually picked to get the best from each model and to compliment each dress. So far i have a range of tiaras, head-dresses and veils, with some subtle jewellery. I keep spotting some shoes i would love to buy to style my models, but obviously i don't know their sizes until May/June so i can't buy them yet.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So my collection is slowly evolving as i manufacture, and i am getting much more of an idea of what my collection needs to improve it further. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="center">Can anyone with suitable raffle prizes, such as unwanted gifts, chocolates, wines, etc, please bring them to the large fashion room, and leave them with me.</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">We can have a raffle throughout the year to help raise funds towards the fashion show, and we also need to start thinking about stocking up the raffle prizes for the end of year show too. My colleague at my work has volunteered to wrap up all the prizes for us, and they do look really nice how she does them.</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">So anything you think would be a nice prize, do please donate them.</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">Thanks!</div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1909065711422828405.post-44394249452435291042012-01-04T08:49:00.000-08:002012-01-04T08:49:27.836-08:00My second toile<div align="center">Even though my first dress is not quite finished in its final fabric yet, i thought i may as well get started on my second toile, which will be a short three tiered dress, with a bodice to the waist. This dress once made in the final fabric, will be edged with the same heavily beaded trim around the waist, as on my first dress, and the same scalloped trim along the bodice top, and also along each layer of the skirt. The final dress will also have more volume, as there will be netting underneath to add structure. </div><div align="center"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's getting really exciting now to see my garments coming together, and forming a collection. I am currently in the stages of producing letters to fabric companies, asking for sponsorship of fabric for my collection, as it is proving very expensive to create with the beaded trims. So hopefully i will get some successful responses, and be able to continue with my collection.</div><div align="center"></div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1909065711422828405.post-43479864102700951482011-12-23T11:28:00.000-08:002011-12-23T11:28:51.527-08:00Creating the collection<div align="center">I have started to make my first garment in my collection, a simple fishtail gown with beautiful embellished beaded trim. The manufacturing is going well so far, with the major time going on the hand sewing of the trims. It looks very professional so far, and hope this will continue to run throughout my collection.</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0mQ0_4PI-RU/TvTUsper9NI/AAAAAAAAAMQ/F9tilopDV3M/s1600/SAM_1236.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" rea="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0mQ0_4PI-RU/TvTUsper9NI/AAAAAAAAAMQ/F9tilopDV3M/s200/SAM_1236.JPG" width="150" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-K5WozQJbQWo/TvTU1CkSVsI/AAAAAAAAAMY/N93kkjgK1II/s1600/SAM_1237.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" rea="true" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-K5WozQJbQWo/TvTU1CkSVsI/AAAAAAAAAMY/N93kkjgK1II/s200/SAM_1237.JPG" width="150" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9Dikdi0sidM/TvTU9yvLjDI/AAAAAAAAAMg/oJqY3AkK1ms/s1600/SAM_1235.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" rea="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9Dikdi0sidM/TvTU9yvLjDI/AAAAAAAAAMg/oJqY3AkK1ms/s200/SAM_1235.JPG" width="150" /></a></div><br />
<div align="center">My next garment is under construction too, with my second toile already made. I now need to go fabric hunting so i can begin manufacturing.</div><div align="center"><br />
</div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1909065711422828405.post-35115933455733680212011-12-09T02:27:00.000-08:002011-12-09T02:27:07.324-08:00Fancy Dress Fundraising<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fUeHQoqQsk4/TuHiSgaojvI/AAAAAAAAAME/s8cMYQYFVh0/s1600/IMG-20111209-00362.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" mda="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fUeHQoqQsk4/TuHiSgaojvI/AAAAAAAAAME/s8cMYQYFVh0/s400/IMG-20111209-00362.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div align="center"></div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1909065711422828405.post-52502347063733683782011-12-09T02:05:00.000-08:002011-12-09T02:05:36.074-08:00Fabrics!<div align="center">I have chosen my fabrics based on typical bridal fabrics.</div><div align="center"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Taffeta and Chiffon</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Netting and Duchess Satin</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rpjw4iBs8zM/TuHbvXQZjUI/AAAAAAAAAL8/_-d1nVxGxU0/s1600/olivia_ivory2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="139" mda="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rpjw4iBs8zM/TuHbvXQZjUI/AAAAAAAAAL8/_-d1nVxGxU0/s200/olivia_ivory2.jpg" width="200" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-N-OC-H489R4/TuHbg60i5XI/AAAAAAAAAL0/WqKjHimbc0c/s1600/Jupiter.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="166" mda="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-N-OC-H489R4/TuHbg60i5XI/AAAAAAAAAL0/WqKjHimbc0c/s200/Jupiter.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Olivia trim and Jupiter trim</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The base fabrics will give a range of textures within the collection, as they all have different desirable properties. The trims will allow me to add that element of glamour to my collection.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Fabric qualities:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Taffeta - strong, lightweight, easily structured so will hold shape, delicate sheen.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Chiffon - lightweight, beautiful drape, sheer.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Duchess satin - strong, thicker than satin so is more structured, delicate shine.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Netting - used for the underskirts, is strong and structured so will hold its shape.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Olivia trim - scalloped edge is delicate and flattering, pre-beaded</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Jupiter trim - heavily beaded so will add sparkle.</div><div align="center"></div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1909065711422828405.post-31877426245230164492011-12-09T01:53:00.000-08:002011-12-09T01:54:17.172-08:00Range plan presentation<div align="center">Yesterday was the range plan and concept deadline, which went better than i had originally anticipated. I managed to get myself all set up in my usual organised way, and was really prepared for what i was about to say. Even though i was incredibly nervous about speaking, i managed to pull through, thanks to my organisation =)</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">Here are a few of the boards which i presented to my peers, underneath each image is a small description of what each represents. This is the basis of my whole collection, and is what my ideas for my garments have come from.</div><div align="center"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My concept is based upon Hollywood Glamour, which reflects the stereotypical 1930's hourglass silhouette which was a desired shape for female film stars. Stars like Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn really stand out to me as being sophisticated and very glamorous. So my collection will strongly reflect the hourglass silhouette and glamour.</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KZsAxItHP6w/TuHVsHkilAI/AAAAAAAAAKc/9vammVFNqNk/s1600/colour.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" mda="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KZsAxItHP6w/TuHVsHkilAI/AAAAAAAAAKc/9vammVFNqNk/s320/colour.jpg" width="226" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">As for my colour palette, i have opted for a classic colour range. I have chosen ivory for my base fabric, which is slightly more flattering against the skin than a stark white. A slight variation in pearl colours will shine through too, which comes from not only the scalloped lace trim which i intend to use, but within the heavily beaded trim around the waistlines. There is also a hint of silver, which comes from the beaded trim. I am using luxury trims to embellish my garments so that they will really stand out and sparkle to emphasise the glamorous aspect.<br />
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Ivory, Pearl, Silver</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--o-ecucsmvM/TuHVtTD1G9I/AAAAAAAAAKk/thYSYupim0g/s1600/client.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" mda="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--o-ecucsmvM/TuHVtTD1G9I/AAAAAAAAAKk/thYSYupim0g/s320/client.jpg" width="226" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My client was a difficult one to put a face to. I knew the qualities of my client, before i had a face to put to them. My ideal client would have been:<br />
Aged between 25 and 35<br />
Be a tall hourglass shape<br />
Be ambitious and dedicated<br />
Her overall style would be stylish and up to date, elegant, sophisticated.<br />
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I feel that Ann Hathaway would be a fantastic client, as she fits all my desired qualities.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is the first board of my range plan, which showcases the first of my 6 designs. The first is an empire line cut dress, and the second a sheath style dress with a fitted bodice.</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SMBM-SDUmKQ/TuHVwXTcEVI/AAAAAAAAAK0/imk_wG1_iSM/s1600/range+plan+illustrator+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" mda="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SMBM-SDUmKQ/TuHVwXTcEVI/AAAAAAAAAK0/imk_wG1_iSM/s320/range+plan+illustrator+2.jpg" width="226" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The second board shows the two fishtails within my collection. The first has a wrap over front, with a layered skirt, and the second has a simple bodice with a simple fishtail skirt.</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fFmXS9NI3DE/TuHVxmFg5NI/AAAAAAAAAK8/upfkooSDgBU/s1600/range+plan+illustrator+33.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" mda="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fFmXS9NI3DE/TuHVxmFg5NI/AAAAAAAAAK8/upfkooSDgBU/s320/range+plan+illustrator+33.jpg" width="226" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My final set of designs are an A-line gown with a wrap over top, and the second is a short ballgown style gown.<br />
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</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> All my designs may be different in shape, which in technical terms will allow me to learn how to produce a range of shapes, but they will all be embellished with the same trims to keep it looking like a professional collection.</div><div align="center"><br />
</div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1909065711422828405.post-73494923727182799692011-11-21T22:51:00.000-08:002011-11-21T22:51:00.163-08:00Vintage Village Evaluation<div align="center">The Vintage Village was great fun, and was a chance for me to use my merchandising skills. I had no idea how the small the space was that we had to work with, so things did appear a bit cluttered at the start! This soon changed, as before we had even opened the stall properly, we had already sold a few items, including a sporran and a hat. Fantastic!</div><div align="center">These are a few images that i took on the day, so i can look back and evaluate the stall itself and its success.</div><div align="center"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Overall, the stall was quite successful. We made around £110, which will definitely help towards the fashion show! It would seem that the right people weren't there on the day, as the items i expected to go, didn't. Surprisingly, the two tops that I customised never came back, so i take it they sold! =)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> There is now the opportunity to do another stall later in the year, as we still have much of our stock left over. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We could however try and sell things in a different way, such as a car boot when the weather gets a bit better. </div><div align="center"></div>Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12617003227977411764noreply@blogger.com0