A selection of pages from my personal sketchbook in which I note down possible ideas for garments and things that inspire me. This sketchbook is a useful tool for when I am making design ideas as I can refer to them for more inspiration when I feel stuck for what to do.

On the left is a freehand machine embroidery study I did whilst trying to convey my thoughts through a needle. I like the loose and carefree outcome that this has and the overall look altogether. Whilst thinking of tailored garments I began to sketch and think about the way that they'd fall on the female body when stitched together which is shown on the right hand page.

After looking at different coat designs I tried to bring these together to create my own unique design. I thought about the possibilities of using knitting but when wet the coat would be impractical which is why I later decided against it. The drawing in the upper left was made with inks that had been watered down for different shades. This is what I imagine the model looking like, and is why models I draw tend to have short hair as this is also associated with being androgynous.

Developed design idea sketch of a coat with hidden zip up pockets that allow for more room and space. I like to focus more on silhouette and I like the look of androgynous coats that do not only look good but are practical. This was the basis for this drawing. 

Continuous line warm-up drawing. By focusing on illustrated faces it allowed for them to look different each time and by working dstraigunt into pen it helps me to feel warmed up and comfortable with drawing with a pen. By doing this I am less afraid of making mistakes.