: The choice of cloth (e.g., cotton, silk, polyester) dictates the printing method. For example, reactive printing is used for cotton, while sublimation is preferred for polyester. Core Printing Techniques
: Motifs are arranged into repeating patterns. Common tools include Procreate for sketching and Adobe Photoshop or Canva for technical composition and ensuring seamless repeats.
Developing a printed textile typically follows a structured workflow that bridges digital art and physical production:
: Designers begin by generating themes based on trends, history, or nature. This includes selecting color palettes and developing "motifs"—the individual graphic elements of a design.