Zigzag Sweater

As you may remember, last year, I dabbled my hand in the first top I made for myself. I made it so I had something to wear to Parade Day that was unique and fun!

I continued that tradition by making a little number for the parade this year.

I wanted to create the entire outfit (pants included), but it was a little over ambitious in the time I had, so I just went for the top.

I created this with similar ideas of what I made last year in mind. The execution wasn't ideal the last time around, but I still liked the design aspects.

The original design for this garment included a circle-weaving button idea, but I've done that before.. so I drew on my interest in structure and straight geometry and went more zigzag. I had to add a collar, because I knew I'd be cold throughout the day.. and because I love them.

Anyway, I'm happy with it! There was a little issue with the collar being to high up and it not folding right, but I made it work.

This is by far, the most well-made thing I've crafted, and I'm pretty proud of it! It's a great fit.

Unfortunately, I don't have any pictures from the day, and none of my friends have posted them on facebook, so I just took this one now! (Apologies for looking a mess!)

I'm designing something new now.. And since I'm on spring break, I intend to finish it soon! (Yes, I'm getting more and more into menswear.)

Designs 2011

Well, after an EXTENDED break.. I'm back!

Though this blog was originally started for a project that only extended a year.. I still want to continue it, and show people the designs that I'm working on.

So, just so everyone knows.. I will be updating this periodically throughout the year and showing some of the work/things I'm doing!

It has been such a great joy to be in school. I'm learning so much everyday. I'd like to put up my projects that I've done too! That will probably have to be the end of the year, since most of what I've done, I don't currently have in possession.

Write back soon!