Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction to Fabric Design
1.1 Fabric designers
1.2 Fabric design process
1.3 Fundamentals in fabrics
Chapter 2 Sourcing Inspiration
2.1 Fabric design research
2.2 Design research methods
2.3 Legal considerations in fabric design
Chapter 3 Pattern Design
3.1 Motifs
3.2 Repeats
3.3 Color
3.4 Pattern design tutorials
Chapter 4 Printed Fabric Design
4.1 Type of printed fabrics
4.2 Inks and dyes
4.3 Printing techniques
4.4 Cases in printing
Chapter 5 Woven Fabric Design
5.1 Weaving machines
5.2 Weave structures
5.3 Case in weaving: jacquard woven fabric design
Chapter 6 Knitted Fabric Design
6.1 Weft knitting processes
6.2 Knitwear shaping methods
6.3 Weft knitted structures and stitches
6.4 Case in knitting: seamless knitwear design
Chapter 7 Traditional Textile Techniques in China
7.1 Manual printing and dyeing
7.2 Traditional brocade
7.3 Hand embroidery