The course invites young students to explore the fascinating and illustrious history of textiles, from its ancient origins to contemporary trends and movements. Throughout their studies, students will be exposed to the primary sources of textile design, ancient techniques of weaving and natural dyeing on materials such as wool, silk, and linen, and will delve into the cultural significance of textiles in magnificent ancient civilizations like Egypt, Greece, and Rome.

The journey will continue into the Middle Ages, when fabrics became a medium for artistic expression and status symbols, and then focus on the modern era and the development of innovative technologies that enabled fabric printing and accelerated production processes, and their impact on the production and availability of high-quality textiles to the general public. We will present various textile production methods relevant to different periods up to the present day, and delve into the main techniques of textile design such as knitting, weaving, dyeing, printing, embroidery, and braiding, while familiarizing students with the processes, equipment, and materials required for each.

During the course, students will be introduced to leading textile creators, designers, and artists. Towards its conclusion, they will engage with current trends and movements in the field, including tendencies towards using innovative and environmentally friendly materials alongside traditional techniques. They will understand how textiles continue to evolve as an influential field shaping fashion and the design world in general, and will emerge with a deep and comprehensive understanding of the rich and fascinating world of textile design throughout history.

* The course material will be tailored to the age of the learners.