Motif development is the process of creating the individual unit of a design—the “building block” that is eventually repeated across a fabric. A motif can be as simple as a…

Textile design for home furnishings (often called Home Textiles or Interior Textiles) focuses on the aesthetics and functionality of fabrics used within living spaces. Unlike fashion textiles, which must be…

In the fashion industry, textile design is the critical first step that defines the look, feel, and price point of a garment.1 Fashion designers and textile designers work closely to…

Embroidery is the art of decorating fabric or other materials using a needle to apply thread or yarn.1 Unlike weaving or printing, which are often integrated into the fabric’s creation,…

Weaving is the structural foundation of textile design. It involves interlacing two distinct sets of yarns—the warp (vertical yarns held in tension) and the weft (horizontal yarns woven through)—at right…

In textile design, printing is the localized application of color to create patterns and motifs. As of 2026, the industry has seen a massive shift toward Digital Printing for its…

Surface design in textiles refers to any process that enhances the surface of a fabric after it has been constructed. While structural design (like weaving or knitting) creates the fabric…

Traditional Indian textile design is a sprawling landscape of history and regional identity. For over 5,000 years, India has been a global leader in textiles, with each state developing unique…

Color theory is arguably the most critical component of textile design, as color is often the first thing a consumer notices. It serves as a bridge between the aesthetic vision…

In textile design, Elements are the basic visual tools or “ingredients” used to create a design, while Principles are the “recipes” or rules that dictate how those elements are organized…