Kristen Faircloth

-Design and develop of PU and leather handbags for multiple labels at multiple price points.
-Create and provide all styles with specs/swatches/layouts etc. to our domestic and over-seas contractors and all communication between factory vendors

Handbag designer for contemporary leather handbag line.

SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN; Teaching Intro to Accessory Design and Sewing Technology for Accessory Design courses
Instructing students in the development the skills needed to conceptualize, design and produce accessories
Ensuring that students new to the program can properly identify and utilize equipment used in the accessory design
laboratory
Aiding students in refining their critical awareness of design principles governing personal accessories.
Demonstrating the proper technique for pattern making and construction for accessory products, including decorative
techniques.

Aid other students with projects, designs and pattern making techniques
Monitor sewing lab, ensuring machinery is used and runs properly

FOUNDER AND DESIGNER 2007 ­ PRESENT
KEEP IT IN YOUR PANTS; Ran a successful, home-based accessory design company
Designing and creating original pieces, including handbags, laptop cases, wallets, journal covers, stuffed animals and other
small goods
Items were sold in stores nation and world-wide; including Australia and England

INTERN, FOOTWEAR DESIGN SUMMER 2010;
Aided with the development of BCBG, Max Azria and Hevre Leger Holiday 2010 and
Spring 2011 footwear lines
Worked extensively with Illustrator and Photoshop to create concept and color boards, layouts and designs
Created and revised spec sheets for new styles in development
Chose materials and colors for new footwear styles
Sat in on weekly design meetings