Surface Design of Fabrics
Product Development
Designing A Collection
Obtaining Cultural Competence through the Application of Surface Design Techniques at Local Motions
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Surface design of fabrics allows individuals to manipulate, color, and embellish fabrics. It challenges people to apply several design techniques to ordinary fabric, and to their creativity. Several of the techniques I am able to apply include dyeing fabric, felting, stamping and stenciling, silk painting, beading, and embroidery.
< The first sample is of felted wool created by felting three colors of wool roving. The second sample is of a necklace created with felted beads.
> Both samples are created by folding fabric and dyeing it through the q uick hirashi dyeing
method. The first sample, the sample of the left, demonstrates Itajime shibori, known as the shape-resist technique, requires the fabric to be folded into an accordion. The sample on the right demonstrates Hirashi dying which is a Japanese term for â&#x20AC;&#x153;stormâ&#x20AC;? and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also known as the pole-wrapping technique. Different designs are based on how the fabric was prepared before applying the dye.
< Fabric swatches and materials. The silk organza was dyed using the solid color dyeing method.
^ 100% Silk
^ 100% Silk Organza
^ Glass Seed Beads In order to demonstrate acquired skill, a final garment or product applying two techniques learned had to be created. The garment of the right demonstrates beading and fabric dying. The garment was beaded on the neckline in a scallop design while the skirt was dyed using the so lid co lo r d yeing method. The technique requires knowledge about types of fabrics that can be dyed. Silk can easily be dyed because it is a natural fiber, where as synthetic fibers cannot. Employing surface design techniques allows designers to add personality to designs. It helps build a progression of design capabilities based on an individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interest in craft techniques and materials for personal expression and aesthetic awareness.
^ Model wearing the garment during the 2014 Reveal Fashion Show.
La Casa Folklorica La Casa Folklorica is a children’s clothing brand that specializes in Mexican folk wear. These garments help portray traditions in folk culture with different characteristics based on the location and region. Because Mexico is divided into 32 states, each state has its own style of dress.
Market Survey A market survey is conducted in order to determine who the customer is. Demographics
Age:8yrs. – 13yrs
Gender: Male & Female
Family size: 5
Income: $35,000 – $45,000
Spending Habits: Housing, food, clothing, education, and attire for dance competitions
Occupation/Education: Elementary/Middle School
Mood Board The mood board depicts strong colors that are dominant in the Mexican culture. Based on the market survey, consumers prefer red, white, and green as dominant colors. Additional colors highly reflect on lavish levels of embroidery and details.
Flats Flats are created in order to determine the proper proportions of the garment. The flats were designed using Illustrator . The blouses have colorful embroidered flowers that help represent the femininity of the culture. Button-ups are more suitable for boys.
^The flats above demonstrate peasant style blouses and full skirts for girls.
^The flats above demonstrate button-up style shirts and dress pants for boys.
Color Swatches & Fabric
In order to demonstrate the ability to create a line, a final garment is created as a reflection of the market and brand. The garment shown below demonstrates Mexican folk wear. The colors shown to the left are traditional colors depicted in the Mexican culture and are applied to the garment.
^ Poly Poplin 100% Polyester ^ Poly Crepe Back Satin
Final Garment
^ Poly Poplin 100% Polyester
The final look on the runway at the 2015 Dominican University illumiNATION Fashion Show.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ole: El Matadorâ&#x20AC;? Ole: El Matador and it is strongly inspired by a Matador de Toreros, which in English translates to a bullfighter or killer of bulls. A torero describes any of the performers who actively participate in the bullfight, including the maestro (master) whose formal title is a Matador. Each garment is meant to depict an exquisite characteristic of this sport and it pays tribute to the amount of time it takes to create an extravagant costume. In this near perfection collection inspired by the Matador,
key colors consist of lipstick red, gothic black, gold, and white. Small hues of red, blood red to be precise, are evoked in each individual design, as if to evoke a limitless desire, not so much for blood, but more profoundly for the need to be bathed in such a passionate and romantic hue.
^ Images shown above depict the influence for my collection.
^ Velvet
^ Velvet
^ Silk Charmeuse
^ Iridescent
^ Silk
^ Silk
Polyester
Chiffon
Chiffon
^ Printed
^ Silk
^ Silk
Bridal
Lace
Lace
^ Silk
The sexy Paso Doble dress manifested in heavily lace appliques and a lace bodice is designed to resemble the last of three matador capes; the cape used to end the bullfight. The bright, bold red color of the fabric is meant to catch the attention of an enraged bull. The red fabric was chosen specifically because of the movement and fluidity it acquires; features similar to those of a matadorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cape. The black lace evokes a sense of romance and sex appeal, similar to a Paso Doble dancer.
^ Original sketch of the design.
< The final look on the runway at the 2015 Dominican University illumiNATION Fashion Show.
This Traje de Luces signifies the suit of lights; a clear depiction of a Matador. The bell sleeves depict movement. The black trousers resemble those of a bullfighter with a similar ability to have agility including being able to perform pirouettes and other equestrian tricks as one would perform. The cropped vest is embossed with similar Matador theatrical golden appliques. And last, the shoulder cape printed with extravagant red roses is
inspired by the ceremonial cape a bullfighter wears to demonstrate honor and nobility.
^ Original sketch of the design.
> The final look on the runway at the 2015 Dominican University illumiNATION Fashion Show.
The extravagant black and red gown resembles a Flamenco dress representing the Flamenco and Paso Doble music that Matadores march to when entering the arena. The movement of the skirt is made to resemble the fluidity and movement of a Matadorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cape. There is an old world charm to the train of this dress. Bleeding profusely, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as
if it was shedding such precious drops of blood. The red, cropped bolero jacket easily embodies that of a Matador, embossed with lace appliques. The color red is used to enrage the bull and at the end of every fight, the animal would be badly pierced. Drenched in blood it suffers a pitiful death. The embroidery lace designs represent the honor and nobility Matadores receive when participating in this sport. A rose or floral design indicates the charm
^ Original sketch of the design.
< The final look on the runway at the 2015 Dominican University illumiNATION Fashion Show.
< Making final adjustments for a photo-shoot.
^Two of the three final looks.
< The final three looks.
As part of a community based learning project, I had the opportunity to work with Local Motions, a non-profit organization that focuses on providing after school performing arts programs to children. This experience reflects on how I am able to apply my surface design skills and be able to acculturate to a new culture different than my own.
^^ The Cultural Competence model above explains the proper way of acculturating to a culture other than your own. I have used the basis of this model to help me acculturate to the different culture at Local Motions while teaching the children surface design techniques.
Some of the responsibilities I had volunteering at Local Motions included tutoring and helping the children with their homework. Once the kids completed their homework, we would work on surface design projects. Some of the projects we have created include stamping, stenciling, fabric discharge, and felting. Images featured below demonstrate the kids creating a unique yardage.
^^Young student working on their unique yardage.
Students are able to express their individuality and personality through these surface design projects.
^ Two students working on their unique yardage. The
surface design technique being used is stamping. They would create a n individual design on foam boards, which would later be cut out to create their very own personalized stamp.
The purpose of these art projects was for them to be displayed at an art exhibition held at the organization. The goal is for them to display their products and sell them to raise money for college. At a young age, these children emphasize the importance of education; very few are considering a career in fashion.
Students also had the opportunity to learn how to create felted beads. Felted beads can be used for a variety of jewelry pieces such as bracelets, necklace, and earrings. For this projects, each students was allowed to make up to five small felted beads from a variety of colors. It was up to them to express their personality and creativity and create a jewelry piece. They were also given a variety of seed beads to add more personality in their jewelry piece.
^All participants at Local Motions created felted beads. Although it was a messy process, many of the students recalled recreating the felted beads at home with their parents.
At Dominican University, I have been privileged enough to pursue careers in both Psychology and Apparel Design. As part of the Apparel Design program, I have been fortunate enough to have had the one-on-one learning experience with the professors. Because of the one-on-one experience, I have been able to acquire and build upon skills I already know. Before coming to Dominican, the only sewing I had done was simple hand sewing techniques; running stitch and minor embroidery. After four years of hard work, I am capable of designing a garment from the very beginning. I am able to sketch an idea onto paper, create a block and pattern, drape a garment, and finish a one-of-a-kind design. The apparel classes have been very rewarding towards my pursuit in a career in the bridal industry. I wants to utilize the skills I have obtained in patterning and draping to create elaborate wedding gowns while using a variety of fabrics; not just the typical bridal fabrics such as silk, taffeta, or chiffon. My passion for design pushes me to expand my knowledge of design aesthetics by working independently or with a well rounded group of individuals in order to create clothing fit for every client.
Carina Chiquito 3248 W 62nd Street Chicago, Illinois 60629 (773)844-1677 carina.chiquito@gmail.com
Summary: Determined and motivated professional with and Apparel Design and Psychology degree. Strong communication, organizational, bilingual in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish, conduct and analyze research, critical thinking, customer service, and teamwork skills. Education: Dominican University, River Forest, Illinois Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; Minor: Apparel Design 4.0 GPA University Academic Scholarship
Work Experience: Dominican University, River Forest, Illinois University Advancement: Phonathon Solicited funding for the university Build rapport with potential donors Fundraise for university events Organize and assist with the execution of university events
May 2015 2011 – Present
September 2011 – May 2015
Forever21, Oakbrook Terrace and North Riverside, Illinois June 2012 – Present Provide excellent customer service by greeting, helping, and informing customers of sales and promotions Train new employees regarding sales and POS Maintain a clean sales floor Work with a team Visually merchandise clothing Process clothing and accessories Supervise employees, delegate their work, and lead sales floor Enter employee schedules Collegiate and Community Experience Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and Creative Investigations (URSCI) April 2013 – April 2015 - Presented research conducted in Psychology courses - Presented Senior Collection Local Motions, Chicago, Illinois January 2015 – Present - Assist children with homework - Demonstrate and teach apparel and surface design of fabric techniques Commuter Student Association, Dominican University September 2014 – May 2015 - Vice President Psychology Club Member, Dominican University September 2013 – May 2015 Sarah’s Inn, Chicago, Illinois September 2014 – December 2014 - Analyzed and evaluated research data - Created publications of data and research St Eulalia Church, Maywood, Illinois September 2012 – December 2012 St. Ladislaus, Chicago, Illinois 2006 – 2012 Angels of Hope, Chicago, Illinois 2005 – 2006 Northwest Neighborhood Federation, Chicago, Illinois 2004 – 2005 Computer Skills: Statistical Package for Social Services (SPSS), Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, Adobe Photoshop
carina.chiquito@gmail.com chiqcari@my.dom.edu (773) 844 - 1677