by Dawn Foxall | Dec 11, 2024
3D Printed Fashion with Linette Manuel
DATE: 13 MAY 2025
TIME: 7-8pm
FREE EVENT
This event is held on ZOOM so you need to register to get the details:
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Join us for a FREE Tea ‘N Chat with LINETTE MANUEL talking about her work with 3D Fashion
Discover the exciting world of 3D printed fashion and learn how to incorporate it into your classroom. This webinar will provide you with valuable insights into the benefits, and tools associated with implementing 3D printed fashion projects into your classes.
The Textiles Skills Centre Associates are a team of volunteers that manage the social media platforms and website, and offer support, mentorship and advice to textile teachers and trainees. We organise free resource networking events each month (Tea ‘N Chat) and are always on hand to help and encourage when needed.
We are always looking for new Associate members, so if you would like to join this small team then do contact us at: info@textileskillscentre.com
At the moment all costs are met by our team and time is given freely. If you are able to support us with a donation, however small, this will help to enhance the work we are doing.
You can donate using the BUY THE TEAM A COFFEE donation button below. All donations gratefully received.
(Especially ☕ and cake!! )
by Dawn Foxall | Dec 11, 2024
TEA ‘N CHAT – MARK MAKING FOR TEXTILES + NICKY SIMPSON
17 JUNE 2025
TIME: 7-8pm
FREE EVENT
This event is held on ZOOM, so please register to get the Zoom details.
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Join us for a FREE Tea ‘N Chat with NICKY SIMPSON talking about mark making for textiles and her online courses.
Nicky’s aim is to show how easily accessible mark making can be for every level of student and how it can be delivered in a fun and engaging way.
She will also introduce you to her online and face-2-face courses with an opportunity to ask questions.
The Textiles Skills Centre Associates are a team of volunteers that manage the social media platforms and website, and offer support, mentorship and advice to textile teachers and trainees. We organise free resource networking events each month (Tea ‘N Chat) and are always on hand to help and encourage when needed.
We are always looking for new Associate members, so if you would like to join this small team then do contact us at: info@textileskillscentre.com
At the moment all costs are met by our team and time is given freely. If you are able to support us with a donation, however small, this will help to enhance the work we are doing.
You can donate using the BUY A TEAM A COFFEE donation button below. All donations gratefully received.
(Especially ☕ and cake!! )
by Dawn Foxall | Sep 13, 2024
DISCUSSING THE GCSE ESA
DATE: TUESDAY 7TH JANUARY 2025
TIME: 7PM – 8PM
FREE EVENT – Run through ZOOM, so please register to get the details
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An opportunity to discuss the Art & Design GCSE ESA (Externally Set Assignment) with fellow teachers and how best to approach the themes. We will be using breakout rooms for each board, so that you can network and discuss ideas and best practice.
The session will be lead by Rachal Addy.
This Tea ‘N Chat focuses on this year’s Externally Set Assignment briefs for the GCSE Art & Design: Textiles courses. It is an opportunity for you to not just to learn from others, but also to contribute to a really collaborative environment where everyone is able to take something helpful back to their respective students and schools.
We are not specialists in each of the different exam boards and we recommend that you refer to your own board’s latest official guidance for the most accurate and up-to-date information. To maximise our time together, we will be organising four breakout rooms, for AQA, Edexcel, OCR and Eduqas. You need to have your ESA briefs accessible, to have already read this and perhaps some ideas ready to contribute to the groups collective mind mapping.
This is a precious time for everyone to share experiences and gather inspiration.
The Textiles Skills Centre Associates are a team of volunteers that manage the social media platforms and website, and offer support, mentorship and advice to textile teachers and trainees. We organise free resource networking events each month (Tea ‘N Chat) and are always on hand to help and encourage when needed.
We are always looking for new Associate members, so if you would like to join this small team then do contact us at: info@textileskillscentre.com
At the moment all costs are met by our team and time is given freely. If you are able to support us with a donation, however small, this will help to enhance the work we are doing.
You can donate using the button below – All donations gratefully received. (Especially ☕ and cake:) )
by Dawn Foxall | Sep 11, 2024
FREE ONLINE EVENT – Managing the Textiles Classroom with Rachel Addy
Date: Tuesday 25th FEBRUARY
⏰ Time: 19:00 GMT (7:00pm)
Online. A zoom link will be sent on sign up.
Are you looking to sharpen your classroom management skills and make your lessons run even smoother? Join us for a **FREE** online TEA’N’CHAT where we’ll be diving into all things classroom management, specifically for a textiles room.
What you’ll learn: – Proven behaviour tips & tricks to keep your classroom engaged. – Effective equipment management strategies. – Routines to get kids ready for practical lessons and tidy up like pros!
This is a can’t-miss CPD opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit and make your classroom a more organised and efficient space.
Reserve your spot today! Let’s create a classroom environment where everyone can thrive!
RACHEL has been the Events Planner & a host for the Textile Skills Centre events since April 2021. She also works as a Design & Technology Teacher, as well as taking part in multiple events globally expanding her network of Textile Professionals. Rachel’s initial career was in the fashion industry working for 9 years around the world as a Product Developer.
She worked for an American based company called GIII based in Hangzhou China and has spent several years travelling the globe working with various textile manufacturers. Rachel has worked with customers from around the world including the high street stores from Marks and Spencer to Moss Bros. Rachel has since moved into teaching as a Design & Technology Teacher and is now Head of Department at Harrogate School. She has taught Graphics, Textiles, Fashion Textiles & Product Design in school. Rachel has spent several years working for not-for-profit Networking events to support locals in making connections that will encourage skill sharing & develop professional relationships that may one day open the door to other opportunities.
The Textiles Skills Centre Associates are a team of volunteers that manage the social media platforms and website, and offer support, mentorship and advice to textile teachers and trainees. We organise free resource networking events each month (Tea ‘N Chat) and are always on hand to help and encourage when needed. We are always looking for new Associate members, so if you would like to join this small team then do contact us at: info@textileskillscentre.com
At the moment all costs are met by our team and time is given freely. If you are able to support us with a donation, however small, this will help to enhance the work we are doing.
You can donate using the button below. All coffee and cake donations gratefully received. ☕
by Dawn Foxall | Sep 11, 2024
TEA ‘N CHAT – TRUDI BARROW TALKS AI in Textiles Education
AN INTERACTIVE & FASCINATING ONLINE LIVE SESSION WITH TRUDI BARROW
FREE EVENT This event is run through zoom so you need to register to get the zoom details
Artificial Intelligence is already here and being used in businesses and in schools. Become an AI expert and transform the way you and your colleagues can change the way you work.
Get ahead of the curve, keep up to date and join us for this TEA ‘N CHAT with TRUDI BARROW, who will introduce the potential use of AI in textiles education.
You will see AI in action, demonstrating how different tools could save you time, support your planning and teaching, enhance pupil experience, and further your creativity. The pros and cons of AI will also be highlighted. Transform your teaching with AI tools, save time, and get creative!
COURSE LEADER: TRUDI BARROW Design education specialist. Consultant, adviser and teacher. Exploring AI in design education. FRSA
Winner of the 2022 James Dyson Association Excellence Award for an Outstanding D&T teacher awarded by the Design and Technology Association. Consultant and advisor for CLEAPSS, content and digitisation of Futureminds magazine. Teacher of Design and Technology at Sandringham School, St. Albans. AEE (SLE) for schools and ECTs in the ATSH area. Leader of the Alban Education D&T Teacher Network. Previous Head of Design and Technology at Kensington Aldridge Academy. Previous freelance resource creation for The National Theatre and The Design Museum. Background in professional theatre design. Graduate of Goldsmiths and RADA. NPQLTD. Passionate about sustainability education and the use of AI in design education.
The Textiles Skills Centre Associates are a team of volunteers that manage the social media platforms and website, and offer support, mentorship and advice to textile teachers and trainees. We organise free resource networking events each month (Tea ‘N Chat) and are always on hand to help and encourage when needed.
We are always looking for new Associate members, so if you would like to join this small team then do contact us at: info@textileskillscentre.com
At the moment all costs are met by our team and time is given freely. If you are able to support us with a donation, however small, this will help to enhance the work we are doing.
You can donate using the button below – All donations gratefully received. (Especially ☕ and )
