Winnifred Itse Kaze
Email: *********@*****.***
Phone: +234-****-*** 135
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Objective
Highly skilled and detail-oriented seamstress with experience in tailoring, alterations, and custom garment construction. Adept at working with various fabrics and designs, I aim to leverage my expertise in a dynamic environment to deliver high-quality, customized clothing and textile products that meet client specifications.
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Skills
- Garment Construction: Proficient in cutting, sewing, and assembling garments from patterns.
- Alterations: Expertise in adjusting clothing for fit and style, including hemming, resizing, and repairing garments.
- Fabric Knowledge: Strong understanding of various textiles such as cotton, silk, wool, and synthetic materials.
- Pattern Making: Ability to draft patterns and adjust existing designs to create custom-fit garments.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional focus on precision and accuracy in stitching and fabric handling.
- Customer Service: Experienced in understanding client needs, providing fabric and design suggestions, and delivering tailored solutions.
- Machine Operation: Skilled in the use of sewing machines, sergers, and other textile equipment.
- Time Management: Efficient in handling multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
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Professional Experience
January 2022 – Present
- Designed and crafted custom garments, including dresses, suits, and casual wear for clients based on their specifications.
- Performed alterations such as hemming, resizing, and repairs to ensure proper fit and comfort for various types of clothing.
- Worked with various fabrics and utilized different sewing techniques to create high-quality finished products.
- Provided personalized customer service, advising clients on fabric selection and design options.
- Managed inventory, ensuring materials were stocked for ongoing and future projects.
- Trained junior seamstresses on garment construction and machine operation techniques.
Freelance Seamstress Self-employed
December 2020 - present
- Delivered custom tailoring services for individuals, including bridal gowns, traditional attire, and casual wear.
- Conducted fittings and alterations to meet customer needs, ensuring high satisfaction levels with each project.
- Created designs from scratch, from pattern drafting to final garment construction.
- Managed client consultations, taking measurements and understanding garment requirements.
Education
Vocational Training in Fashion and Design. Good-intention clothing from 2013-2020
Completed: December 2020
Certifications
- Certificate in Advanced Garment Construction, Good-intentions clothing
References
Available upon request.