Textiles Summary
This A-level course introduces students to a variety of experiences exploring a range of textile media, techniques and processes. Students will be given the opportunity to investigate both traditional and new technologies and research design, from the past and from recent times, including European and non-European examples.
Students will develop their awareness of the elements of Textile Design and appreciation of the relationship of form and function. They will also learn to understand and apply a variety of textile methods such as; fabric painting (mono printing, relief printing and/or screen printing), tie-dye, batik, spraying, transfer and fabric construction and stitching (appliqué, patchwork, padding, quilting and/or embroidery).