Eight years ago, I had the idea of starting a clothing brand because of something very personal, sizing. I struggled to find pieces that truly fit, and I began testing designs for myself. What started as experimentation slowly became a vision. Three years later, during the pandemic, I finally launched the idea publicly. I worked closely with my own dressmaker, and together we began producing ready-to-wear pieces. Soon after, I officially registered the business and ran it for four years. We offered ready-to-wear garments with customizable sizing and same-day shipping. I managed everything, design, digital pattern development, production coordination, quality control, photoshoots, and product launches. The business grew, and I learned deeply about operations, production, and customer demand. But business is never perfect. Over time, changes in my production team and internal shifts pushed me to step back. I decided to return to school to study fashion and marketing more formally, wanting to understand the industry at a deeper level. That period changed everything.
Why I Started Teaching
Through further study and reflection, I realized something important While I had built a functioning ready-to-wear brand, I didn’t want to contribute long-term to mass production and constant consumption. What I truly loved and where I consistently excelled was the technical side of fashion: how a garment is engineered, structured, shaped, and refined. I began leaning toward sustainability, upcycling, and creating valuable custom pieces instead of producing in volume. Teaching became the natural evolution of that shift. I don’t teach just to help someone sew a garment I teach to show that it’s possible to create something meaningful without relying on mass production. That you can rework what you already own. That structure and technical understanding give you independence whether you are a beginner, a creative individual, or a growing brand. Today, my work extends beyond workshops. Through small-group sessions, 1:1 guidance, digital sewing patterns, and consultations, I help individuals build skill and confidence in garment construction. At the same time, I collaborate with brands and businesses supporting them through digital pattern development, tech pack creation, collection structuring, and production guidance always with an emphasis on intentional design and responsible development. Whether I’m guiding a beginner through their first garment or helping a brand, the goal remains the same: To create well-constructed pieces with purpose, longevity, and clarity starting from knowledge, not excess.
Sample work Design and made by JAIYA
Thousands of excess overun threads discarded by large factories
Thrifted denim
Excess car leather + Ironed plastic bag
Thrifted denim in Geometric pattern
Sew & Create Valencia
After relocating to Valencia Spain, I found it surprisingly difficult to find English-language sewing workshops that felt accessible and truly beginner-friendly. I created Sew & Create Valencia as a small, hands-on community space for people curious about sewing, fashion, and creative learning especially those who want to try something new. More than just one-off workshops, it’s a growing space that values slow fashion, skill-sharing, and learning by making without pressure or perfection