a textile technique where fabric shapes are stitched onto a background to make a design.

a shape or pattern used as a guide for cutting fabric.

placing fabric pieces on top of each other to add depth, texture, or detail to a design.

Surface quality and appliqué

Art and design

Introduction to the principles of textile design

Constructed textiles

Printing inks and dyes

Wax Batik

Machine stitching

Hand stitching

Surface pattern

Textile design: the influence of sources on investigations

This is a teacher led unit which introduces to pupils to the skills within their endorsements. Through a series of workshop activities, students experiment with a range of materials and techniques. They develop a range of studies exploring mark making media, print and mixed media.

Foundation workshops: an introduction to the areas of study

Stitching fabric shapes onto a background to make a design

Printing patterns onto fabric using a roller

What does the term 'appliqué' mean in textiles?

Which of the following can be used to add texture and detail to a textile design?

To make all the fabric pieces the same colour

To make the fabric pieces stick together without sewing

To build up colours, textures and patterns for more detailed designs

Why do artists use layering in appliqué and textile design?

To make an appliqué more visually interesting

Why might artists use a template to create their appliqué?

Can appliqué be done by both hand and machine?

A textile technique where fabric shapes are stitched onto a background

A shape or pattern used as a guide for cutting fabric

Placing fabric pieces on top of each other

Starter Quiz