Students in Year 7 Textiles have started the term discussing “what is textiles”. They discovered it is not just about sewing, it involves learning about lots of different skills and techniques with using fabrics, fibres and design, as well as learning and being inspired by other artists, designers and craftspeople.
They have started with a very exciting task of using alcohol inks on both mineral paper, which is soft like a fabric and made of mineral stone powder, as well as using the inks on some cotton fabric. The inks are really vibrant and blend in interesting ways to create some beautiful results.
Students have also started exploring design and have attempted some fashion design illustrations. This develops students creative thinking and ability to generate ideas. They were allowed to consider designing anything related to fashion design, including shoes, hats, sportswear, evening wear, everyday wear and more.