Designer Spotlight: Quiana Smith

I would like to introduce Designer Quiana Smith.   28 years old born in Nuremberg, Germany, now living in Nashville.  She taught herself ho to sew, and has been making her own clothing for 3 years.  Not only does designing clothes serve as a creative outlet, but also a lucrative business.  We had an opportunity to learn more about her craft, and inspirations.


How Did You Learn?
Quiana learned  sewing techniques from watching youtube tutorials. The skill came easy to her , and the desire to be different,  she bought herself a personal sewing machine and got busy!

Favorite Fabrics


Jersey, stretchy, denim, fabrics that flatter curvy figures. She also loves, bright colors, chevron, prints, and floral patterns.


Admired Designers


"After looking at someone else's designs, your work starts to look like theirs.", Quiana said. With that said, no favorite designers, but she does enjoy sewing tutorials from youtubers such as, meesha boo, see easy, and Giani.

Where does the inspiration come from?

Her inspirations come from life. Her body, or how she would like to feel. "If I want to feel easy and free, then I create something flowing."


How do you feel about store bought clothing?

She feels it's a slow death to creativity, the store picks the clothing for you.


Quiana's Advice to beginners


" Follow our heart, sewing is a skill everyone should partake in. Some of the techniques can be difficult, but stick with it for success. Don't be afraid to step out the box."


Connect!

To connect with Quiana, and have something custom made for you, email her at
jordan61010@gmail.com

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