Hi, I’m Claire Mellalieu, a designer, maker and natural dyer with 22 years of experience in the product and clothing industry. I have a strong commercial eye and meticulous attention to detail, and in my fashion roles I designed multiple products and gained advanced knowledge of product and garment construction for accessories, fashion garments and technical outerwear. I’m passionate about natural dyeing, designing and making, and I love sharing my knowledge through botanical workshops and collaborations. Three years ago I founded Three Storey Design, where I naturally dye silk with plants and flowers, host botanical workshops, and manufacture products for sale. I am seeking roles that will expand and support my growth and allow me to contribute my extensive art and design experience.

Claire Mellalieu

Hi, I’m Claire Mellalieu, a designer, maker and natural dyer with 22 years of experience in the product and clothing industry. I have a strong commercial eye and meticulous attention to detail, and in my fashion roles I designed multiple products and gained advanced knowledge of product and garment construction for accessories, fashion garments and technical outerwear. I’m passionate about natural dyeing, designing and making, and I love sharing my knowledge through botanical workshops and collaborations. Three years ago I founded Three Storey Design, where I naturally dye silk with plants and flowers, host botanical workshops, and manufacture products for sale. I am seeking roles that will expand and support my growth and allow me to contribute my extensive art and design experience.

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Hi, I’m Claire Mellalieu, a designer, maker and natural dyer with 22 years of experience in the product and clothing industry. I have a strong commercial eye and meticulous attention to detail, and in my fashion roles I designed multiple products and gained advanced knowledge of product and garment construction for accessories, fashion garments and technical outerwear. I’m passionate about natural dyeing, designing and making, and I love sharing my knowledge through botanical workshops and collaborations. Three years ago I founded Three Storey Design, where I naturally dye silk with plants and flowers, host botanical workshops, and manufacture products for sale.

I am seeking roles that will expand and support my growth and allow me to contribute my extensive art and design experience.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

BUSINESS OWNER, MAKER, DESIGNER AND NATURAL DYER at Three Storey Design
January 1, 2022 - Present
Created Brand Logo, website design & photograpghy. Marketing - Designed Business cards & Market banner. Social media, Face to face & email advertising Natural fabric / trims / labelling & packaging sourcing. Planter - Grow my own Dye Garden & maintaining it. Printer - Botanical dying & printing natural fabrics. Design / Produce product patterns. Hand embroidery & leather stitching. Manufacturing of all silk products. Sales - Makers Market, Independent Shop’s & Online Product costing, wholesale & retail pricing. Business accounting & Invoicing, Stock management. Customer sales at Studio/Shop share Manchester Craft & Design Centre. Botanical Silk Scarf Workshop organiser/host.
Draping / Event Draping at LED BY DESIGN LTD
June 1, 2023 - Present
Draping for events and installations; contributed to event styling and set pieces.
Pat-time sales assistant at BELLY BUTTON DESIGNS
March 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Part time Sales Assistant 2-3 days per week. Greet & Serve customers, handle any returns & refunds. Build rapport with customers, give advice on products. Responsible for opening/closing shop premises. Stock taking, unpack deliveries, arrange displays, stock replenishment, pricing new stock ensure all paperwork, end of day banking are correct at the end of every shift. Keep the shop clean & tidy.
Illustrator at McQueen Independent
September 1, 2022 - February 28, 2024
Illustration work for Manchester Didsbury shop; visual asset creation and client-facing design support.
Garment Product Manager - Rainwear at PORTWEST LTD ( MANCHESTER)
November 1, 2021 - February 20, 2022
Research/Development product range and analyse sales data. Create detailed technical construction specifications with measurements Present ideas/new products to senior management. Communicate with suppliers on price. Work with colleagues in Asia on sampling/production. Liaise with suppliers/test houses to ensure products meets the required certifications and standards. Collaborate with sales on custom orders, ensure the customers specific requirements are achieved.

Education

GCSEs / A Level Art & GNVQ Advanced at Yale College, Wrexham, North Wales
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1994
BTEC Art & Design Foundation at University Huddersfield
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1996
BA (Hons) Fashion Design with Marketing, Promotion & Manufacture (2:1) at University Huddersfield
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1999

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, Education