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Lily Raspin

Reading,Berkshire

Summary

I am a highly motivated, positive and hardworking designer, with the capacity to work well in a team and the ability to communicate effectively. My passion is for knitwear, and I have developed a strong foundation in both traditional and contemporary knitwear techniques. My skill is in garment construction, I have a close attention to detail and I am constantly learning new techniques and deepening my knowledge to improve my work.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education

Work history

House Keeping

John Lewis & Partners
Cookham, Windsor and Maidenhead
08.2024 - Current
  • Responded proactively to changing housekeeping requirements.
  • Kept work areas clean, tidy and hazard-free, maintaining high standard of housekeeping.
  • Collaborated with housekeeping and maintenance to address needs of guests.
  • Monitored housekeeping stock levels, ensuring timely supply orders for smooth-running facility management.
  • Conference Centre Support & Preparation
  • Customer Care

Fashion Redesign Forum; Repairs

Falmouth University
Falmouth
05.2024 - 05.2024
  • Assisting in garment repair workshops where we taught people how to do Sashiko repairs.
  • Attending talks on the importance of repair within the fashion and textiles industry.

House Keeping

Budock Vean Hotel
Mawnan Smith, Cornwall
08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Worked as part of a team to ensure high standards of housekeeping were met.
  • Worked hard to ensure that gusts were satisfied and had a pleasant stay.
  • Kept work areas clean, tidy and hazard-free, maintaining high standard of housekeeping.
  • Made beds, Cleaned communal areas and completed other general housekeeping tasks.
  • Performed housekeeping duties to maintain orderly shop floor by facing-up shelves, moving and replenishing stock.

Education

GCSEs -

The Piggott School
Reading
09.2014 - 09.2024

A-Levels - Art and Design A*, Geography B, English Literature B

The Piggott School
Reading
09.2019 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

Falmouth University
Falmouth
09.2021 - 05.2024

Skills

  • Proficient in using industry standard design software Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
  • Capacity to work well in a team, collaborate well, communicate ideas clearly and contribute to group projects
  • Skilled in operating sewing machines and hand-sewing techniques, including invisible mending, visible mending, darning, and sashiko stitching
  • The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritise tasks and meeting deadlines
  • Adept in hand and machine knitting techniques
  • Technical skills: proficiency in pattern cutting, garment construction, knitting, and textile manipulation
  • Experience in constructing knitwear garments, understanding of shaping, seaming, and finishing techniques specific to knit fabrics
  • Delivering excellent customer service, ensuring a positive experience for all clients by understanding their needs and preferences
  • Understanding of different types of yarns, fibres, and textile materials, including their properties and care requirements
  • Self motivated
  • Close attention to detail
  • Originality

Accomplishments

  • Highly Commended for The Worshipful Company of Framework Knitters, 2024
  • Selected for the British Fashion Council showcase for best emerging talent from fashion courses 2024.

Timeline

House Keeping

John Lewis & Partners
08.2024 - Current

Fashion Redesign Forum; Repairs

Falmouth University
05.2024 - 05.2024

House Keeping

Budock Vean Hotel
08.2022 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

Falmouth University
09.2021 - 05.2024

A-Levels - Art and Design A*, Geography B, English Literature B

The Piggott School
09.2019 - 05.2021

GCSEs -

The Piggott School
09.2014 - 09.2024

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