Kara Nicole Hamalainen
Projects
Below are some of my favorite and most cherished projects that I have completed over my 4 years at UD. These projects truly gave me a taste of what it will be like working in all aspects of the fashion industry and really sharpened my skills.
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My senior collection is by far my favorite project and the one I am most proud of to date. Click the link to learn more about my collection and the 10-month process it took for me to create it.
In the capstone class for my Fashion Merchandising major, I was tasked with developing a new brand that fills a white space in the fashion industry. Click the link to find out more about the brand created by my group and I.
During my freshman year drawing and rendering course, I was tasked with creating a refined collection inspired by the theme of Everlasting Style. Click the link to learn more about the project.
During my assortment planning, sourcing, and buying course, I completed many projects related to merchandise budgets and inventory plans while utilizing Microsoft Excel and other computer applications. Click the link to learn more about the projects.
During the portfolio course for my fashion design major, I was tasked with finding a job of interest and designing a small collection as if I were to work for that brand or company. Click the link to learn more about the project.
During this course, I learned essential computer applications related to mathematical concepts and calculations used in developing merchandise budgets. Click the link to learn more about the project.
During my sophomore and junior year, I took various classes focusing solely on mastering apparel design by patternmaking and draping skills. Click the link to view the numerous techniques I learned and projects I completed.
During this course, I learned advanced product development concepts that are applied in the apparel industry. Click the link to learn more about the projects I completed.