11–12Textiles and Design 11–12 Syllabus (2026)

Outline the elements and principles of design

Describe how the elements and principles of design can be used to create aesthetic and functional features

Investigate the elements and principles of design used in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander textiles

Assess the effectiveness of a range of manual and digital drawing techniques to communicate design ideas

Apply manual and digital drawing techniques to generate design ideas

Experiment with the creation and manipulation of texture for aesthetics and function

Experiment with contrast, harmony, rhythm and emphasis in visual pattern development

Describe the role of unity in textile collections

Use colour and decorative elements to enhance balance, proportion and emphasis in practical textile applications

Manipulate fabric with steaming and fusing techniques to explore line, shape and texture

Explain dyeing and printing methods, including batik, tie-dye, shibori, screen printing, sublimation and block printing

Experiment with dyeing and printing methods using synthetic and natural dyes, inks, paints and pigments

Describe hand and machine techniques for surface decoration, including embroidery, appliqué, beading and texturising

Apply surface decoration techniques to create texture and dimension

Examine ways Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples use fabric colouration, printing and decoration

Experiment with recycled and upcycled fabrics to explore aesthetic and functional design possibilities

Explain industry standard symbols for pattern interpretation

Investigate pattern interpretation and adjustment techniques

Apply pattern interpretation and adjustment techniques

Identify straight grain and bias grain for fabric cutting

Apply measuring and marking-out techniques to prepare fabric for cutting

Cut fabric pieces according to pattern templates and grainline considerations

Describe 3D knitting for seamless garment manufacture

Describe weaving techniques used by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to create forms

Use weaving techniques to create form

Use sewing machines and overlockers to manipulate fabric

Investigate construction methods used in textile items for aesthetic and functional features

Apply a range of stitching methods and edge-finishing techniques to construct seams and hems

Apply shaping techniques to create structural and functional forms

Apply a range of fastenings, including velcro, buttons and zips

Use stabilisers to support, strengthen and prevent the stretching or distortion of fabrics

Assess sustainable approaches in textile manipulation and assembly

Use sustainable approaches in textile manipulation and assembly