Certificate Programme in Textile Design History
Published on June 25, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, where we explore exciting courses and interview experts in the field. I'm thrilled to have you here today! Can you tell us a bit about your background and connection to textile design history? GUEST: Absolutely, I've been an educator and practitioner in textile design for over two decades. My passion for the field led me to create the Certificate Programme in Textile Design History. HOST: That's fantastic! Now, let's dive into the course. How does understanding textile design history contribute to a designer's skillset or a historian's knowledge? GUEST: Textile design history is crucial for both designers and historians. It offers insights into cultural trends and artistic movements, helping designers create informed, innovative work and historians analyze context more deeply. HOST: Interesting. Are there any current industry trends or challenges that learners can explore in this course? GUEST: Yes, we discuss the increasing focus on sustainability and ethical production in textiles, as well as the resurgence of traditional techniques in modern design. HOST: Those are certainly hot topics. What about challenges? What obstacles might students or teachers face when studying or teaching textile design history? GUEST: Access to original textiles and resources can be limited, and the vast array of techniques and global traditions can be overwhelming. However, our course offers virtual access to a wide range of resources and expert guidance to navigate this rich field. HOST: That's great to hear. Finally, where do you see the future of textile design history in academia and industry? GUEST: I believe textile design history will continue to play a vital role in nurturing creative, culturally-aware designers and historians. As we move towards a more sustainable future, understanding textile heritage will be essential for fostering innovation and preserving cultural knowledge. HOST: Thank you so much for your insights! It's clear that the Certificate Programme in Textile Design History is a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of this fascinating field.
