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A unique line of One of a Kind Wearable Art for Children and Moms,
with the environment in mind.
By Jill Pillot
 
          13 years ago I opened “Ricochet”, a children, and maternity consignment store in San Mateo, with in mind of recycling gently worn clothes. From there I got inspired and took garments apart, and gave it a new look.  I have always had a creative mind, and was always making things from findings, but I felt I lacked technique.  I decided to sign up for the Fashion Program at Canada College, where I graduated; first in theatrical costume design, then in fashion design.
        
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Are You Getting a Reputation for Missed Deadlines? by Brad Squires, Bold Type Design
 
It happens all too frequently. Everyone read the Creative Brief and gave their sign-off. The design team was selected because they had the most experience in your industry. The project schedule had plenty of padding built into it. But your web or graphic design project is nowhere close to final and you're a month past the deadline. How does this happen? Following are seven common causes for a design project to get held up, and suggestions to help you meet your deadline.
1. The Project Lacked a Goal
It is surprising how many web sites, brochures, and marketing campaigns are completed without first deciding upon the goals of the project. Ask yourself this question: "What do I want my audience to do when they see/read/receive this piece?" Without knowing the answer to this question, your project is at risk of repeated redesigns as it succumbs to the aesthetic opinions of all who give their feedback. Make sure everyone on the team has a clear vision of the goal, and help them to measure comments and feedback against this known objective. As Wayne Gretzky says, "A good hockey player plays where the puck is. A great hockey player plays where the puck is going to be."
2. The Decision-Makers Were Left Out of the Decision
It can be very disheartening to have your final design ready to go to print only to have it pulled by the company president when he sees it for the first time. At the beginning of every project, make a point to conduct stakeholder analysis. Spend time with your stakeholders and find out what their hopes are for this project. Stakeholders can contribute expert knowledge to the project or can offer their political or commercial endorsement, which can greatly enhance your outcome.
3. Skimping on Exploration in the Design Process
A crucial component in any design process is Exploration. This is the time in your creative thinking process when many many many ideas are generated and explored for their...

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