Design, Print, Create: A Digital Fabric Design Workshop

Unleash your creativity and bring your designs to life in this two-part workshop that takes your ideas from digital sketches to stunning printed fabric. Whether you're an artist, designer, or curious beginner, this workshop will empower you to create unique, professional-quality textile patterns and explore their endless possibilities.

Workshop 1: Digital Design Mastery

Dive into the world of digital fabric design using Procreate. Learn how to craft seamless repeating patterns from scratch or transform your existing artwork into striking motifs. We'll guide you through the essentials of great textile design, from colour harmony to layout techniques, helping you develop your own signature style. By the end of this session, you'll have a ready-to-print pattern that reflects your creative vision.

Workshop 2: From Fabric to Finished Projects

Receive your custom-printed fabric and discover how to bring it to life! In this session, we’ll cover the basics of working with patterned textiles, including tips for cutting, aligning, and sewing. Whether you’re a sewing novice or looking to refine your skills, you’ll create one to two simple projects—such as a tote bag, cushion cover, or even a wearable piece—that showcase your unique design.

What You’ll Take Away:

• Your very own digitally designed and professionally printed fabric.
• One to two completed projects featuring your custom fabric.
• The skills and confidence to continue designing and creating your own textiles.

No prior experience in digital design or sewing is required—just bring your imagination and enthusiasm! If you have not completed The Edge Sewing Induction, we will make sure to provide you with one as part of this workshop series.

Spaces are limited, so book your spot today and start your journey into the exciting world of digital fabric design.

This is a two-part workshop and it is expected you will attend both Saturday sessions as they build upon each other.

Participants must be over 16 years of age.

Please read through our Getting Started at The Edge page which includes terms of use. You’ll find answers to age restrictions, what to bring, what to do if you’re running late, refunds and more.

Please become a State Library member before you arrive. If you already have a State Library member account, make sure you know your login details as you may be required to login during the workshop to access State Library computers, and to make bookings for equipment.

Please contact us if you need support to participate in this event and consult State Library of Queensland's conditions of entry before making your booking.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Innovation Lab, The Edge, State Library of Queensland, South Brisbane, Australia