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I am a Textile and Product Designer with 8+ years of experience across soft furnishings, home décor and commercial textile development. I specialize in print and pattern creation, colour development and ODM/ODM+ product development with overseas vendors. I am a collaborative designer who takes products from concept through production, always aiming to maintain brand alignment and commercial goals. My experience spans from trend research and concept development to sampling, QA and cross-functional collaboration to deliver market-ready products.…I am a Textile and Product Designer with 8+ years of experience across soft furnishings, home décor and commercial textile development. I specialize in print and pattern creation, colour development and ODM/ODM+ product development with overseas vendors. I am a collaborative designer who takes products from concept through production, always aiming to maintain brand alignment and commercial goals. My experience spans from trend research and concept development to sampling, QA and cross-functional collaboration to deliver market-ready products.

Tanya Byrne

Textile Designer, Product Designer, Interior Designer, +2

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I am a Textile and Product Designer with 8+ years of experience across soft furnishings, home décor and commercial textile development. I specialize in print and pattern creation, colour development and ODM/ODM+ product development with overseas vendors. I am a collaborative designer who takes products from concept through production, always aiming to maintain brand alignment and commercial goals. My experience spans from trend research and concept development to sampling, QA and cross-functional collaboration to deliver market-ready products.…I am a Textile and Product Designer with 8+ years of experience across soft furnishings, home décor and commercial textile development. I specialize in print and pattern creation, colour development and ODM/ODM+ product development with overseas vendors. I am a collaborative designer who takes products from concept through production, always aiming to maintain brand alignment and commercial goals. My experience spans from trend research and concept development to sampling, QA and cross-functional collaboration to deliver market-ready products.

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I am a Textile and Product Designer with 8+ years of experience across soft furnishings, home décor and commercial textile development. I specialize in print and pattern creation, colour development and ODM/ODM+ product development with overseas vendors.

I am a collaborative designer who takes products from concept through production, always aiming to maintain brand alignment and commercial goals. My experience spans from trend research and concept development to sampling, QA and cross-functional collaboration to deliver market-ready products.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Surface Pattern Design

Expert

Product Design

Expert

Adobe InDesign

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Textile Product Designer at QE Home

January 3, 2022 - Present

As a textile designer for QE Home, I work closely with an experienced team to produce diverse home goods and bedding collections. Involved throughout the entire process from initial concept to production, I assist in the seasonal creation of print, jacquard, colour and embroidery.

Trade Division Assistant at CF Interiors

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021

Primary liaison for the trades department; managed daily operations including purchasing, ordering, logistics and furniture and decor sourcing to ensure efficient on-schedule project execution. Collaborated with suppliers and vendors to source materials, track ETAs, confirm pricing, and ensure accurate order fulfillment. Implemented a real-time shared product tracking system providing clients with visibility into project stages, ETAs, and pricing to enhance transparency and alignment across teams. Responded to store inquiries and client requests, maintaining strong relationships and attentive service. Streamlined workflows and coordinated cross-functional communication to reduce delays and contribute to smoother departmental operations.

Product Designer at QE Home

January 1, 2022 - Present

Collaborate with the product design team to develop bedding collections and softline accessories, overseeing seasonal projects from concept through to market launch. Research and translate emerging trends into original prints, jacquards, colour palettes and textile concepts that align with brand direction and commercial goals. Lead ODM/ODM+ development with overseas suppliers, refining concepts through sampling, feedback, and approvals. Coordinate sample reviews, quality control, and design specifications to ensure production-ready outcomes. Maintain PLM documentation and support cross-functional collaboration across design, production, and merchandising.

Designer & Marketing Assistant at Cairenn Foy Childrenswear

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018

Supported management of the online store and social media platforms, creating visually compelling content to drive engagement and brand visibility. Assisted in designing and developing S/S19 communion wear and accessories collection, stocked in leading retailers including Brown Thomas and Avoca. Coordinated editorial and commercial photo shoots for publications, liaised with fabric suppliers and managed online order fulfillment. Photographed and retouched products for lookbooks, e-commerce and media features.

Design & Production Assistant at Chez Maison

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Assisted in the design and production of bespoke soft furnishings and accessories for in-house label and online store. Performed hands-on pattern cutting, operated industrial sewing machines and applied construction techniques to create production-ready pieces. Collaborated with leading interior companies to design and supply soft furnishings for staging projects. Developed strong expertise in textile properties, fabric sourcing and product construction, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal.

Interior Decorator at Juliane Kelly Interiors

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Supported new and existing clients by curating and sourcing for interior design schemes and guiding them through the full sales process. Maintained extensive product and supplier knowledge while overseeing ordering, product receipt and coordination of deliveries and fittings. Managed social media content, growing brand engagement and increasing social media following. Represented the company at industry trade events and ensured showroom merchandising met brand standards.

Women's Wear Design Assistant at Primark

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Assisted design teams in women's wear, contributing to design development and production processes within a fast-paced retail environment.

Accessory Design Assistant at De Bruir

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015

Assisted in the development of accessory designs, supporting the design and production workflow.

Accessory Design Assistant at Ted Baker

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015

Supported accessory design projects in a high-end fashion environment, contributing to development and production processes.