Topic	Name	Description
Topic 1	Introduction
	There are different textile structures based on different manufacturing techniques
	Woven structures
	Knitted structures
	Nonwoven fabric
	Crochet
	Others structures made with different techniques
	References
Topic 2	Introduction
	Structural designs
	Structural designs by combining different types of yarn and their arrangements
	Structural designs by using weaves and its variations
	Structural designs by knitting and its variation
	Decorative design
	Printed designs
	Dyed designs
	Designs made by painting
	Designs made by finishing
	Classification of Applied or decorative designs
	References
Topic 3	Introduction
	Line
	Classification of lines
	Straight lines on the basis of direction can be further classified as
	Functions of lines
	Characteristics of line
	Shape and form
	Space
	References
Topic 4	Texture
	Characteristics of texture
	Colour
	What is Colour?
	The Prang colour system
	Hue (symbol H)
	Value (symbol ‘V’)
	Intensity (symbol ‘I’) or Chroma (symbol ‘C’)
	Standard colour harmonies
	One hue harmony (monochromatic)
	Analogous (neighbors) or adjacent colour harmony
	Complementary harmony
	Split Complementary harmony
	Double Complementary harmony
	Triad colour harmony
	Triad colour harmony
	Psychological impact of colours
	Suggestions for planning pleasing colour harmonies
	References
Topic 5	Introduction
	Balance
	Formal balance
	Informal balance
	Radial balance
	Rhythm
	Kinds of rhythm
	Methods of obtaining rhythmic movement
	Rhythm through repetition
	Rhythm through progression of sizes or gradation
	Rhythm through continuous line movement
	Rhythm by radiation
	References
Topic 6	Emphasis
	How to emphasize
	By the use of contrast of hue, value or intensity
	By having sufficient background space around objects
	By contrast of lines, shapes and sizes
	How much to emphasize
	Proportion
	Division of space
	Creating optical illusions
	Harmony
	Harmony of line and shape
	Harmony of colour
	Harmony of texture
	References
Topic 7	Motif
	Symmetrical motif
	Asymmetrical motifs
	Pattern
	Informal
	Suggestions for good pattern arrangement
	Design
	Treatment or interpretation
	Composition or arrangement
	All over or repeat arrangement
	Unusual design (Spaced design)
	Difference between motif, pattern and design
	Applied decorative designs
	Method of working out a decorative design
	Method of evaluating applied decorative designs
	References
Topic 8	Aspects of geometry for textile designing
	Transformations
	Rotation
	Translation
	Reflection
	Glide Reflection
	Resizing
	Symmetry
	Tessellation
	Types of tessellations
	References
Topic 9	Introduction
	Effect of different yarns on textiles
	Staple Fibre (Spun) Yarns
	Novelty or Fancy Yarns
	Effect of different weaves on textiles
	Basic Weaves
	Variations of plain weave
	Twill Weave and variations
	Satin weave and variations
	Fancy Weaves
	Dobby
	Jacquard Figures
	Extra warp figures
	Extra warp figures
	Tapestry designs
	Effect of colour
	Effect of finishes on the textiles
	References
Topic 10	Introduction
	Printing
	Block Printing
	Screen Printing
	Resist Printing
	Discharge Printing
	Heat Transfer Printing
	Stencil Printing
	Resist Dyeing
	Tie and dye
	Designs produced by different tying techniques
	Batik
	Methods of creating different design effects in batik
	Ikat
	Hand Painting
	References
Topic 11	Finishes
	Calendering
	Flocking
	Chemical finishes
	Embroidery
	Hand embroidery
	Machine embroidery
	Appliqué work
	Comparison of different printing techniques
	References
Topic 12	Introduction
	Introduction (Contd...)
	Common traditional motifs of Indian textiles
	Peacock motif
	Parrot motif
	Goose or hansa motif
	Lotus motifor Kamal (the flower of wisdom)
	Jasmine motif
	Small buti motif
	Mango motif
	Tree of life motif
	Conch shell motif
	Elephant motif
	Rudraksh motif
	Kalasha motif
	Swastika Motif
	The hunting scene or shikar motif
	References
Topic 13	Introduction
	Textile designing
	Basic process of textile designing
	Use of CAD in textile designing
	Textile designer
	Skills and qualities required in textile designer
	Sources of inspiration for designs
	Design and fashion
	Role of design in fashion
	Influence of traditional textile designs on fashion
	Popular motifs and patterns in fashion throughout the centuries
	Recent trends in prints and designs
	References
Topic 14	Introduction
	Difference between apparel and & furnishing fabric with regard to designs & fabric
	Factors influencing the selection of design for clothing
	Factors affecting selection of design for household linens
	Important points related to structural design of furnishing items
	References
Topic 15	Introduction
	Dress
	Dress types
	Basic dress shapes
	Designs and colours of the dresses preferred by different groups
	Popular motifs and patterns used in apparels
	Common motifs/ designs of ladies dress material
	Common styles of ladies suit
	Most common ensemble for Indian women: Saree
	Parts of a saree on the basis of patterns/ designing
	Components of sarees
	Common patterns of saree
	References
Topic 16	Introduction
	Classification of household linens
	Bed linen
	Table linen
	Bath linen
	Kitchen linen
	Interior Products
	Classification of home furnishing textiles based on the technique of decoration used
	References