What is the process of creating them? From your butterflies to wings!
Each design is different, sometimes I can picture the design and I start by simply drawing them, then using basic materials I do a mock up so check they look and work the way I want them to, playing with different colours etc.
With my wings for example I wore them everywhere to test their durability and also wore them with all different heel sizes from super high thin stiletto to low thick boot heels just to make sure they would fit most heel thickness and heights. I really wanted it to be a one size fits all for simplicity and so that anyone could wear them. Once I was happy with them, I would make it myself if I could, or send them off the manufacturer who would send me back a sample then I would test them again and make any necessary changes until they were just right.
Also did you find any trial and errors during this process?
Yes, don't rush it!!! You get super excited about the product and are so keen to get the ball rollin, but don't compromise on your ideals. It takes time to get it just right, so just do not rush it. I have a few designs that were costly to make but because I rushed, they were not as I wanted and thus never made it into production. Also when working with others, know what you want and don't be afraid to push for what you want, after all, its YOUR design so don't let anyone hijack it and change it. In the end, you are the one that has to be happy with it. So in a nutshell, be patient, stand your ground and be pushy if you have to. haha :)