Kitty Carr-Lake

I am a third-year student studying Fashion Design Innovation, with a strong passion for creative textiles and how they inform and elevate designs. Throughout my degree, I have developed a deep interest in textile design, particularly in how materials and surface techniques can add storytelling, depth, and emotion to garments. Recently, I’ve discovered a real passion for knitwear design after completing a Shima Seiki design and programming course. Working with the software has opened up exciting possibilities for creating innovative surface textures and fabric structures. I love experimenting with stitch types, yarns, and construction methods to produce knitwear that feels fresh, meaningful, and sustainable. This has inspired much of my recent work, where I explore the balance between technology and handcraft, modernity and tradition. Outside of university projects, I continue to explore my creativity through crochet, often designing and making my own clothes. Crochet allows me to work more intuitively and hands-on, and I enjoy learning new techniques and challenging myself to develop original designs. It also gives me space to reflect and refine my ideas in a more personal and expressive way. Sustainability is at the core of my design values. I strive to create garments that are timeless, well-crafted, and responsible, using thoughtful material choices and long-lasting design principles. Whether I’m developing digital knitwear or crocheting by hand, I aim to create work that reflects both innovation and care. I’m excited to continue evolving as a designer and am always eager to learn new skills, collaborate on creative projects, and push the boundaries of fashion through textile exploration.