Monday, July 26, 2010

So you wanna be a designer....

LOL! man this is much harder then people think. I see why people spend $350 on DVF dress cuz if you knew what it takes to make that one dress you would understand..lol

Okay so I know I have been MIA from my blog but this is taking up all my time. I am in the last stretch, final samples will be done this week, line sheets/look books ready in about 10 days, cost sheets (hate this part) is driving me nuts! i mean really how do estimate what your "cost" is if everything is based on quantity (for production) but you dont know that until people actually place orders but i have to give them the "cost" before they order...lol...nuts!

Sourcing fabrics was not as hard since I have so many fabric connections but finding fabrics all in the same color palette, now that was interesting. I am tired but I am so proud of myself for realizing a dream to have a line designed by me. Hell, even if no one buys it..lol I still started and finished :) I think it will do well because my line is fantastic!!!

Not only have I almost reached the finish line I did it under budget..lol well, kinda.

TTYS

25 comments:

  1. Congrats girl! I wish you much success!

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  2. ...and I can't wait to see it lol.

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  3. Congratulations and lots of success

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  4. Congrats on realizing your dream! Some of us never get to do it until it is too late. But there is no reason in the world you will not have the success you deserve because you are talented and you put yourself in every garment you make. And Gurl!!!!!!!! It shows. Save a Maxi for me. God Bless!!!

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  5. You did it, yah!!! That makes you an inspiration to us all! Can't wait to see it:)

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  6. Congratulations Mimi! I knew you could do it! I can't wait for the preview!

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  7. Congratulations, Mimi!
    Its always so heartwarming and encouraging to see dreams come true :)

    Can't wait to see it!

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  8. Awesome! I have started a little venture of my own, and can relate with how much time it takes and how much there is to do.

    I can't wait to see the results of your efforts! Congratulations on your progress so far!

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  9. Congratulations and best of luck with the final product!

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  10. Congrats! Cant't wait to see the new line.

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  11. If anyone can do it...it's you!! I can hardly wait to see your designs!!

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  12. Congrats!! So excited for you!

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  13. I check into your blog often and your work is excellent! You already have the components for success, belief in yourself,a start, and perserverence. The fact that you have realized a dream is success in itself... can't wait to see your line!
    Congratulations!!!

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  16. Congratulations! I'm so excited for you. You are so talented so I'm sure the line will be a success. Can't wait to see it!

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  17. coucou,

    I don't speak english very well so I'll try to tell you that I love your blog and your "créations". I wish you lot of success for this new aventure...

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