Creative Sparrow's Nest LLC
Mary Stoffer Sole Proprietor
Educational Development
Graduated from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelors of Science in Apparel Design and Production. Education development included a senior collection, hand's on summer internship with a custom clothier and many other clothing designs.
Art Deco Couture Gown;
Fit and target market development
This custom design was inspired from the Art Deco building in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma. A curvaceous gown included iridescent taffeta, velvet inlays surrounded by hand beading and a dip-dyed godet in the front slit. The target audience was women aged 50+.
Senior Collection
Inspired by the vibrant autumnal color and fabric texture, this collection of wearable basics presented warmth and balance.
Summer Internship; Manuel Clothier
Nashville, TN
For the summer of 2012 Manuel Couture graciously accepted me as an intern. During this exploration of the couture world, specifically western tailored clothing, I was given creative license on projects. A collection of jackets was designed and I fabricated one piece that is now for sale in Manuel's. Besides improving my sewing and surface design skills I encountered a difficult work environment that I learned how to work with Manuel and his crew.
Sustainable Projects
Up-cycling old mens shirts this sun dress was designed and created using only the thrifty finds.