Textiles

Course summary

A level Textiles is not just about generating clothing, it’s a versatile subject that entails the formation and manipulation of a range of materials. This practical design course in Fashion and Textiles takes a broad experimental approach to a range of textiles practices including dye, print, digital, stitch and embellishment. Through a series of creative projects you will learn how to develop ideas by engaging with drawing and research, how to create textiles samples and realise your ideas into final outcomes. Learning about artists, designers and textiles from diverse cultures will underpin your independent projects and trips to exhibitions will inspire your ideas. Possible areas of study include: • Fashion • Costume • Digitally or traditionally printed and/or dyed fabrics, garments and materials • Interior Design • Constructed textiles (knitted, woven, embellished or combined with other materials) • Textile Installation • Accessories