Textile Design

Chapter: Textile Design

• Understand the basics of textile design, which involves creating designs and patterns for woven, knitted, stitched or printed fabrics.

• Learn about the different types of textiles like synthetic, natural, and inorganic.

• Familiarise with the processes involved in textile design like dyeing, weaving, knitting, stitching, printing etc.

• Recognise the importance of sustainability in textile design including the effects of production processes on the environment and use of recycled materials.

• Investigate how textile designers use colour, texture, pattern and form to create visually appealing designs.

• Analyse the work of historical and contemporary textile designers, such as William Morris and Zandra Rhodes, reflecting on their unique approach and contribution to the field.

• Recognise different cultural influences on textile designs, for example, the use of traditional motifs in African, Indian and Japanese textiles.

• Develop awareness of different career paths in textile design, from fabric designers, textile artists, to fashion designers.

• Practice designing your own textiles, experimenting with different materials, techniques and design ideas.

• Trace the evolution of textile design, understanding how technological advancements have influenced styles, techniques and production methods.

• Grasp how textile designs meet different needs and functions, like aesthetic appeal, comfort, durability etc.

• Appreciate the role of computers and digital technology in modern textile design, including designing patterns and testing designs virtually.

• Learn how to present a visual design process including research, development and final design in a coursework.

• Critically evaluate your own work and that of others to help improve your designs and understand different perspectives.