My name is La Toya and I have had a passion for fashion every since I was a little girl. My mother Courtrina, taught me to sew at the tender age of 5. Although I never considered a career in Fashion Design, I was led to it. After a year of studying Nursing, I was convinced that Nurses were very dedicated people, but not the career for me. I am a two-time graduate of Fashion Design Programs. In 1999, I received a B.S. in Fashion Design and Merchandising from N.C. A&T State University. And in 2002, I received my A.A.S in Fashion Design from Parsons School of Design in New York City. My reason for obtaining both degrees was because I felt one was not enough. I also wanted to experience living in "The Big City" for once in my life. What better time than at that time? I packed my bags and moved to New York to study the Design aspect of Fashion Design. It was an interesting first two weeks in "The City" because it wasn't two weeks before 9/11 took place just blocks away from where classes were being held that morning. Strength was a determinant of why I stayed. After graduating from Parsons that summer of 2002, I worked as a sewer for a Private Label Handbag Designer in Union Square. I stayed with the company for 5 years. Ellen's designs (my sewing) was sold in department stores such as Henri Bendel, Bloomingdals and Fred Segal. I learned handbag construction, patternmaking and problem solving. After relocating back to North Carolina, I began my own line of handbags. The MissPrettyPerfect brand was born in 2007. The MissPrettyPerfect line of handbags are made of upholstery fabric patchwork and leather combination. MissPrettyPerfect is a brand that will broaden with time. To come in the future will be a line of Women's wear and Girl's clothing.
Found some African Mudcloth remnants in my stash. Of course I couldn’t toss it! So I made this. And, more are right behind it. #etsy #etsyshop #etsyseller #africanmudcloth #mudcloth #mudclothpouch https://www.instagram.com/cltsewingroom/p/BxKkYEnA0yp/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ueer69v8oxvd
Nothing like a new handmade leather bag 💕 to love, forever and ever, and ever. 🎁#leatherbag #handmadeleather #handmadeleathergoods #handbag #handbagmaker #handbagdesigner #handbagpattern #etsy #etsyshop #etsyseller https://www.instagram.com/cltsewingroom/p/Bv9PjU9AFqF/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=4og1uix04nho
Not only do I love leather, but I also appreciate a good textile 🥰😍 #fabric #interiordesign #interiordesignfabric #sewing #handbags #handbagseller #handbagmaker https://www.instagram.com/cltsewingroom/p/BufC_D1gtda/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=10d19t7pb3otf
“Jumpin’ Around” 18” doll jumpsuit pattern is almost ready to Launch! 🚀 Right now, Save $2 off your Pre-order. Use coupon code: JUMPSUIT at checkout. Link in Bio⬆️ #sewing #sewingdollclothes #sewingtutorial #dollclothes #dollclothespattern #sewingpatterns #dolljumpsuitpattern #sewingteacher #patterndesigner #patternmaker #18inchdoll #18indollclothes #18indollclothespattern https://www.instagram.com/p/BuROzMTBq-m/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1i8w1y5mkot1r
Still a top favorite bag of mine 💖 #travelbag #overnighter #weekender #carpetbag #handmadebag #bagmaker #handbagdesigner #handbagdesign https://www.instagram.com/cltsewingroom/p/Bt53VY1gVmK/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=10q4zn7vvcfhk
A bag I haven’t made in a while and I’m pretty darn excited! I ❤️ this bag. #handbagsofinstagram #handbagmaker #handbagpatternmaker #handbagdesign #handbagdesigner #designer https://www.instagram.com/p/BtoANtGgAm8/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=jr1uw4tnkkho
I dyed this recycled rabbit fur for the Denim & Fur Jacket
Another look that didn’t make the show
You may wonder how long this took for me to capture. Let’s just say from the original sketches to the Show, I lost count! lol. But, I hope you enjoy watching, as much as I enjoyed making this happen. I’d like to create a show each season. This way, I can keep my creative juices flowing, and continue to keep smiles on faces across the land.
Enjoy these “behind the scene” photos, too!
A look that didn’t make it to the video
I dyed this recycled rabbit fur for the Denim & Fur Jacket
Another look that didn’t make the show
Sewing the ruffled tier top!
Winter 2019 AGSM Fashion Show You may wonder how long this took for me to capture. Let's just say from the original sketches to the Show, I lost count!
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You wanna make a Leather Clutch, don’t you? Make it the correct way, with the help of my latest YouTube tutorial 🙀 https://youtu.be/KUaepkyEelw ✅ #leatherclutch #diy #youtube #sewing #sewingleather #sewingtutorial #sewingleatherbags #youtubechannel #youtubetutorial #sewingproject #freesewingpattern
Thanks for the kind words! ★★★★★ "darling dress- will find some fabric in my stash and get started." Dee M. #etsyreview #5starreview #18inchdolldress #pdfdolldresspattern #americangirldress #sewing #seamstress #sewinglife #seamstresslife #supplies #dollmaking #18inchdollclothes #18dollclothes #18dolldress #dresspattern #dressfor18inch #dolldresspattern http://etsy.me/2EpFTbt
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