About Textile Designing
Although they initially sound similar, textile designers are quite different from textile producers as they do not manufacture the fabrics themselves. Instead, textile designers are responsible for creating the patterns or pictures which adorn materials, such as floral prints or polka dots. Their work is usually divided into clothing or interior design, and used to make a wide variety of products.
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Background
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To be successful in the field of textile design, it is important study color theory, fabrics and materials, and pattern design. Although creativity is vital, the abilities to adhere to a budget and schedule are equally necessary. Understanding current fabric fashion trends is a requisite part of the industry.
Job Description
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A textile designer creates two-dimensional images or patterns on fabric by weaving, printing, color detailing, ornamenting fabric, dyeing or tracing embroidery. Frequently focusing their talents in a specific area, such as knits or prints, a textile designer's work may be used for art or commercial purposes.
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Responsibilities
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Regular duties performed by a textile designer include working with customers to understand what they are looking for, thinking of new and interesting designs, making up samples, experimentation with textures and colors and frequenting trade shows to understand what is popular and available.
CAD
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Most textile designers employ the use of computer-aided design programs, or CAD, to help them with their work. This allows the designer to see what a idea looks like in various colors and fabric textures on a computer screen before making final decisions about what should be manufactured. Should the designer like the outcome, the program allows for information to be entered so the idea can be turned into a real fabric. CAD is especially useful because it allows for quick changes and more rapid productivity.
Careers
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As demand for textile products grow, so do opportunities within the design industry. Those who work in textile designing are usually employed by design studios and sometimes in other, similar occupations, such as the design of wallpaper or greeting cards, styling or color specialization.
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References
- Photo Credit bolts of fabric image by Scott Williams from Fotolia.com
