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Experimenting with different ways to present my Velcro element on the print. This technique was simple and effective, it allowed me to make the print interactive and playful.

I decided to experiment with Gutta to add 3 D elements while only creating a slight colour. I wanted to do this to show that there were subtle changes taking place on the North however nothing significant was happening fast.

After screen printing the design I then decided to add colour and detail by painting into the print, adding bright colours to show the enjoyment childhood can bring.

This is my completed t-shirt. I am happy with the results of my t-shirt and the outcome, I feel it represents childhood as a whole and is interactive.

More illustration layouts.

I tested a range of ways to present my textile Moodboard and finally decided to go with a simple layout with tissue paper, part of my print and the decorative techniques as I felt this best showed the textiles I used.

Testing out my screen prints.

Testing out my screen prints.

For my collection I have decided to create some postcards that represent my overall collection. Adding textures such as stitching and tissue paper adds depth.

After looking into mining in the local area, I decided to design some prints that I could later develop. Some designs would be suitable as they’re scaleable however my favourite is the work boot because I feel it gets the fight miners had to face with the strikes.

I experimented with ways to present my print on my t-shirt until I felt happy with the outcome.

When looking at possible ways to present my illustrations I decided to look at how to use tissue paper and fabric from my collection and how to put it into my boards. From this I created 4 rough layouts of what I could use by having different size fabric, tissue paper and incorporating my print.

After looking at different options I felt that using fabric and the print would be the best fit and bring my whole collection together.

Sending off my ideas for print placement on the t-shirt for my customer.

Experimenting with ink, adding 3D elements with paper, paint and tissue paper to create textures.

I wanted to develop my original facial design to have a more meaningful illustration and link to my collection.

Experimenting with techniques such as reverse appliqué, ink, Gutta and cording to see which techniques would be best to take forward.

After having an in-depth look and research into childhood in the North I have designed some prints that connect education and the North in a variety of ways.