The
process of designing the different looks of textiles or fabrics or textile
design is the arena of a textile designer. While different textiles may seem
similar to laymen like us, an expert alone will know the unique characteristic
of each and can go about fusing varied fabrics together. Fabrics come in
different colors and patterns, and a textile designer takes the call on what design
a certain fabric must have, and how that look can be achieved.
A
few skills that come in handy are:
- You
should be artistic
- Have
an eye for colors
- Must
be able to draw well
- Must
know to use computer design software
- Attentive
to detail
- Sewing
or weaving skills
- Commercial
awareness, and
- Resourcefulness
and entrepreneurial skills
A
textile designer helps create the structure and design of different textiles used
to make garments and a variety of other items. Before beginning to design a
fabric, a textile designer needs to know what it will be used for. This will allow
him/ her to choose the right kind of fabric and pattern.
A
variety of methods are used to create a pattern. Computer aided software too is
used to perfect designs. Most textile designers choose to specialize in
designing specific kinds of fabrics.
Opportunities
for textile designers exist with large textile manufacturers where they create
different fabric designs and prints for mass production. Some also go on to
work with fashion designers and interior decorators where they work closely to
create the perfect look for a product.
WLCI
offers courses in textile designing in sync with industry requirements. Look up
http://www.wlcifashion.in/
to know more about WLCI courses.
