Introduction to Access: Print and Textiles Adult Leisure and Professional

Week 1: Introduction & Fabric Preparation

• Overview of textile printing techniques covered in the course.
• Discussion on fabric types, fibre content, and preparation.
• Introduction to mordants and fabric treatments.
• Preparing fabric swatches for upcoming weeks.
• Demonstration: How to create a dye journal.


Week 2: Bundle Dyeing with Natural Materials

• Introduction to bundle dyeing and eco-printing.
• Discussion on natural dyes, plant materials, and colour fastness.
• Hands-on workshop: Creating botanical prints on fabric using steam setting.
• Troubleshooting and tips for achieving vibrant prints.


Week 3: Shibori Techniques & Indigo Dyeing

• History and cultural significance of Shibori and indigo dyeing.
• Demonstration of various Shibori folding, clamping, and tying techniques.
• Hands-on workshop: Dyeing fabric with indigo vats.
• Developing patterns through multiple dips.


Week 4: Screen Printing Basics

• Introduction to screen printing on textiles.
• Exploring stencil-based screen-printing techniques.
• Hands-on workshop: Printing repeat patterns using cut-paper stencils.
• Layering colours and experimenting with transparency.


Week 5: Advanced Screen Printing & Colour Mixing

• Introduction to photo emulsion screen printing.
• Exposing screens with hand-drawn or photographic designs.
• Hands-on workshop: Printing onto different fabric types.
• Experimenting with multi-colour prints and overlapping techniques.


Week 6: Heat Transfer Dyes & Sublimation Printing

• Understanding heat transfer dyes and sublimation techniques.
• Demonstration of painting with disperse dyes for transfer onto synthetic fabrics.
• Hands-on workshop: Printing using heat press techniques.
• Layering and blending colours for unique effects.


Week 7: Metallic Foils & Special Effects

• Introduction to metallic foils and their application in textile printing.
• Exploring adhesive-based foil techniques.
• Hands-on workshop: Applying foils to fabric for decorative effects.
• Experimenting with combining foils and screen printing.


Week 8: Silk Painting Techniques

• Introduction to silk painting and gutta resist techniques.
• Hands-on workshop: Painting on silk using dyes and resists.
• Experimenting with blending colours and creating fluid designs.
• Exploring layering techniques for complex compositions.


Week 9: Independent Project – Developing a Final Piece

• Reviewing all learned techniques.
• Planning a final textile piece incorporating at least two printing methods.
• Individual guidance and technical troubleshooting.
• Beginning production of the final piece.


Week 10: Finishing & Showcase

• Completing final pieces.
• Fabric finishing techniques: Fixing dyes, steaming, and washing.
• Mini showcase: Presenting work and discussing techniques used.
• Course reflection and feedback.