Fabrics are made by repeatedly intertwining yarns into characteristic patterns. Many of their properties, such as stretchiness, arise not only from the material itself but also from how the yarns are ...

Performance Wear Inspired by Traditional Marbling Honored by A' Textile, Fabric, Textures, Patterns and Cloth Design ...

TEXTILES IN THE RENAISSANCE: Highlighting the origins of textile design and patterns from the Renaissance, the Metropolitan Museum of Art will present “Fashion and Virtue: Textile Patterns and the ...

African mud cloth, or bogolanfini, is an ancient textile art form from Mali. Traditionally, artisans create these fabrics by dyeing them with fermented mud and natural dyes, creating intricate ...

African-inspired quilt patterns are making waves in the world of modern textile design. These vibrant, geometric patterns, which are rooted in African heritage, are now being adopted by designers ...

Durable performance textiles shouldn’t sacrifice good design. The following patterns explore color and abstract designs, many of which are inspired by landscapes, while finding inventive ways to ...

Originally crafted from silk, brocade is a lustrous, high-quality woven fabric featuring intricate designs. Frequently used for upholstery and drapery, the luxurious textile is now made from a wide ...

Most designers work with lush jacquard fabrics at some point in their careers. Known for their durability, complex patterns, and ornate beauty, jacquards have remained popular since their invention in ...

Brinda Dudhat, the founder of Morii Design in India, creates modern motifs supported by age-old techniques. By Sarah Archer This article is part of our Design special section about the reverence for ...

Textiles span everything from design for fashion and interiors, to industrial products and gallery exhibitions. Learn to innovate in material, pattern and surface design, and consider environmental, ...