LISA LINHARDT

"In this design I let the material speak to me, as it is the key element in the IOU Project's line. Madras is reversible, so taking it to the next level I wanted a garment with multiple uses that would inherently be sustainable without saying a word.

"The result is a reusable bag, a sundress, a beach blanket, and a long vest all on one, with each design transforming itself completely. To save from making multiple patterns in multiple sizes for manufacturing, I wanted two patterns: S/M and L/XL. The bag, blanket, and vest were void of size so my concern was the sundress, as I had to make the garment fit almost any body type. I chose a cowl neck because of both its drape-like and expansive qualities, and an A-line skirt that ties in the back to fit and flatter almost any waist size."

+ Linhardt Design

Who's your favorite "DIY With IOU" finalist?

405 Votes Francisca Pineda
242 Votes Swati Argade
78 Votes Lisa Linhardt of Linhardt Design
49 Votes Minna K
42 Votes Tara St. James of Study NY
39 Votes Aga Śmiechowska of Vyosna
36 Votes Carrie Parry
29 Votes Marina Davis
18 Votes Lara Miller
5 Votes Emily Saunders of Saunder

Total Voters: 943

7 Responses to “LAST DAY to Vote for Your Favorite “DIY With IOU” Finalist!”

Brent Heine says:
March 28, 2012 at 5:35 pm
nice job Minna K!
Sally2012 says:
March 28, 2012 at 8:28 pm
Love the simplicity as in the lines of this dress, even though there is a lot of detail .
Madi says:
March 28, 2012 at 9:08 pm
Very cute!!
AniO says:
March 28, 2012 at 9:20 pm
Swati you are incredible!!! good luck to you always! xoxo
sharon says:
March 29, 2012 at 8:27 am
such beautiful designs from all contestants. I have my favourites based on the colors/weave structure and favourites based on the design itself. but you have all done an outstanding job – congratulations!
albertbp2 says:
March 29, 2012 at 4:20 pm
Nice dress and foto
DesignrGirl says:
April 3, 2012 at 8:46 am
They are all so well done, but I think Lara Miller did the all around best job. She chose a silhouette and function that would look best with the fabric and pattern, which helped tremendously with the overall appeal of the garment. Nice job.