I Wish You the Vest

Intro to Fiber with Monique Crabb

Fashion Design

2022

A vest design inspired by Japanese temari, an embroidered ball of thread surrounding a wish written on paper. This ball is traditionally gifted from mother to daughter around the time of birth as a symbol of feminine affection. This vest is a wearable hug, archiving my friend’s well wishes for me.

> Quilting, Machine Sewing, Paper Pattern Drafting, Iron Transfer Paper, Found Materials

Photo Documentation by Daniel Kloren-Garcia