Julia Griffel is a textile designer specializing in infant and children’s prints. A native New Yorker, Julia graduated FIT’s elite toy design program and went on to work as a toy, apparel and textile designer. She has eight years industry experience designing for labels such as Cuddl Duds, Flora Nikrooz, Ellen by Ellen Degeneres, Xcessory International, among others. A true and passionate creative, Julia currently works as a fine artist and freelance textile designer.

Alyssa is a Senior Textile Designer with a strong emphasis on infant apparel, and nursery/kids bedding and accessories.      What is your employment status? AK: Employed full time by Farallon Brands, freelancer on nights & weekends What is your…

  What should everyone know about you? RW:  My garment education started at a trade high school focusing on education in textiles, pattern making, print design, construction, and sewing. I have since been traveling, studying, interning, and working in the…

What should everyone know about you? AR: I started my career at Diane von Furstenberg creating prints. I then moved to Italy to work at Ratti Textiles where I got to sip amazing cappuccinos while surrounding myself with their rich…

What should everyone know about you? MJD: I have worked as an apparel artist and designer for 25 years. My experience covers many areas, including kids, adults, sleepwear, sportswear and hosiery. I have worked with practically every major license, as well…

Summarize your professional career in 1 to 3 sentences.  YYL: I am a textile design professional with over 13 years of experience in apparel, beauty and accessories,  including: trend research, artwork direction and creation, and line presentation. I have an intense…

What should everyone know about you? CH: I’m a Freelance Textile Designer.  My specialty is vintage-inspired prints, created using studio artwork techniques including drawing and painting with gouache and watercolor. How would you describe what you do? CH: I design prints for…