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