Specialises in womenswear design and pattern cutting, as well as hand embroidery
Interested in fashion illustration
One-of-a-kind handmade jewellery using upcycled, recycled and bought materials, on sale through Etsy at http://www.etsy.com/shop/ValkyrieStone
Instagram: @gray_valkyrie
Email: hgshepley@hotmail.com
Projects
- VALKYRIEMy graduate collection was inspired by key goddesses of Norse mythology: the Valkyries and the Norns. I wanted to create clothes for a modern, fashion-conscious witch using moody statement pieces and an elongated, relaxed silhouette. I included symbolism from Norse myths throughout the collection, such as lacing threads in runic patterns, raven motifs and geometric seam lines inspired by runes. Intricate embroidery and beading are integral to this collection with special care paid to tiny detail
Work history
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Design AssistantBeaumont Organic
- Manchester, United KingdomInternship
Assisting the designer with general tasks
Sourcing components for homeware products
Editing tech packs
Measuring samples
Updating wholesale database
Creating mood boards
Researching details for website
Researching details for pop-up stall concept
Choosing sustainable fabrics
Preparing garments for delivery to stockists
Costume InternPinewood Studios
- Iver, Iver Heath, United KingdomInternship
Hand-finishing garments
Assisting with fittings
Sewing garments on industrial sewing machine
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Skills
- Hand Embroidery
- Contemporary Embroidery
- Drawing Clothes
- Watercolour Illustration
- Womenswear Design
- Pattern Cutting
Education
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Fashion BA (Hons)Northumbria University
- Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Specialising in pattern cutting for womenswear with a personal focus on hand embroidery