About me

I am a designer and tailor providing custom made clothing and textile arts resources for individuals and arts and cultural organisations. I create clothing for individuals for special occasions and bespoke projects for organisations using reclaimed, vintage and ethical materials. Using a variety of techniques including creative mending, tailoring and upcycling. Part of my practice involves teaching sewing skills in repairing and altering clothing and how to use those skills creatively. My experience involves creating clothing collections for retailer Fair Trader, alternative special occasion wear for individuals and arts and play resources for Yorkshire Sculpture Park. I have facilitated workshops for participatory arts charity Space 2, LEEP 1 and St Augustine's who all support their local diverse communities. My work is tailored to the client vision and accessibility needs to build confidence in their identity, style and values. Sustainable fashion, ethical production and creative arts are key to my values. To find out more, discuss a project idea or to work with me, get in touch at: slyaccabe@gmail.com or direct message through instagram @yaccabe

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Projects

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  Zero wasteGarments are created Zero Waste by using whole pieces of fabric or using up off cuts to create accessories. Some designs are multi-functional with detachable sleeves or the option to re-size the garment.
• Upcycling with deadstockThis project started with the materials then the designs. Deadstock materials were sourced from a local textile manufacturer who supplies the transport, office and education industry. Patchwork and craft techniques were used to make the most out of any offcuts.
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  Recycled denim patchworkUsing old denim jeans with various faults, a recycled denim collection was created. Marks and stains were covered with embroidery and patch pocket details. Craft techniques were used to create unique details.

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Work history

Workshop AssistantYorkshire Sculpture Park
Mar 2022West Bretton, Wakefield WF4 4LD, UKPart Time
Creation of arts and play resources to encourage more tactile interaction with exhibitions. Inviting alternative engagement to collections designing wearable pieces and sculptural textile pieces. Supporting learning activity across YSP audience strands with families, children and community groups. Supporting creative sessions, including artist-led workshops and drop-in activities.
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Designer and TailorSelf Employed
Feb 2021Wakefield, United KingdomFreelance
• Custom made clothing - Creation of tailored suits for two clients with alternative styles. • Bespoke collaborative projects - Facilitating clothing and textiles workshops for participatory arts organisation Space 2, Leeds. Co-designing with the ‘Clothing Rebellion’ group, supporting their retail strategies and teaching sewing techniques in sewing machine use, repairs, alterations, embroidery, banner making and costume. • Arts Exhibitions - Hebden Bridge Arts - St Augustine's centre, Halifax Commission to create an artwork with a community group of 10 - 12 adults. A collection of upcycled garments were created using hand and machine embroidery on a nature theme. Artworks were displayed in Hebden Bridge arts festival July 2023

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Skills

• Clothing Design
• Pattern Cutting
• Clothing Construction
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Data Analysis
• Buying
• Retail

Education

BA(Hons) Fashion Design INDUniversity of Leeds
Sep 2008Leeds, United Kingdom
Grade 2:1. Key Modules: Garment Technology, CAD, Fashion Innovation, Research and Portfolio, , Marketing, Patterns and Culture.