I’m a Fashion Design (Hons) BA student at Falmouth University with hands-on experience in knitwear and garment construction, including machine and studio-based development. I enjoy designing with texture, material value, and sustainability in mind—especially work that explores recyclability and repair.

Diana Gibbons

I’m a Fashion Design (Hons) BA student at Falmouth University with hands-on experience in knitwear and garment construction, including machine and studio-based development. I enjoy designing with texture, material value, and sustainability in mind—especially work that explores recyclability and repair.

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I’m a Fashion Design (Hons) BA student at Falmouth University with hands-on experience in knitwear and garment construction, including machine and studio-based development. I enjoy designing with texture, material value, and sustainability in mind—especially work that explores recyclability and repair.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Workshop delivery assistant at Falmouth Primary Academy (Fashion Redesign Repair Workshops)
June 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026
Delivered repair-focused workshops to educate young people about the values of materials, clothing care, and repair. Supporting educational activities during Year 6 sessions in Falmouth; reach included 25 students.
Stoll Create Plus course (educational bursary) at Stoll GB Design Centre
June 1, 2026 - July 1, 2026
Completed the two-week Stoll Create Plus course as an educational bursary awarded by The Worshipful Company of Framework Knitters. Programmed a dress using a pointelle stitch throughout to create a “dragon-scale” texture.
Research (project: Valuing) at British Fashion Council and British Library (with Paolo Carzana)
January 1, 2026 - January 31, 2026
Conducted research with the project ‘Valuing’, focused on designing with the potential recyclability of discarded sheep fleece.
Assistant seamstress at Button and Bride
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Completed an internship at this bridal alteration studio where I developed garment construction skills. Gained understanding of the importance of final finishes and quality control so products are at the best standard possible. Supported fit sessions with the technical team.
Assistant seamstress (internship) at Button and Bride
July 1, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Completed an internship at a bridal alteration studio, developing construction and alteration skills. Learned the importance of final finishes to ensure products meet the highest possible standard, including understanding and supporting fit session processes with the technical team.
Associate member at The Worshipful Company of Framework Knitters
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2028
Associate member (July 2025–July 2028). Participated in framework knitting community and related professional development opportunities.
Fit sessions (technical team reviews) at Falmouth University
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2026
Performed critical design, fit and construction reviews with the technical team to evaluate my work. Learned to embrace feedback and implement suggestions into my practice. Supported sourcing and liaising with fabric suppliers.
Assistant seamstress / fit sessions with technical team at Falmouth University
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2026
Undertook critical design, fit and construction reviews with the technical team. Practised sourcing and liaising with fabric suppliers, and learned to embrace feedback and implement technical suggestions into design practice.
Supervisor and Barista at Altrincham Market
April 1, 2021 - Present
Worked in a fast-paced environment with emphasis on proactiveness, time management across multiple projects, and quality control.

Education

BA (Hons) Fashion Design at Falmouth University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Fashion Design (Hons) BA at Falmouth University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Stoll Create Plus course (educational bursary) at Stoll GB Design Centre (Leicester)
January 1, 2026 - July 1, 2026

Qualifications

Educational bursary for Stoll Create Plus course
June 1, 2026 - August 3, 2026
Queen Scout Award (included Duke of Edinburgh Gold)
January 11, 2030 - August 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services