Textile Design for Children's Fashion
A course by Anne Stettner , Textile Designer

Discover the secrets of creating captivating textile designs for children's fashion.
Immerse yourself in the world of textile and fashion design with Anne Stettner, the founder of the label von.anne, in this online course. In this creative journey, you will learn how to create unique fabric designs for children's clothing, incorporating delightful animal and food motifs. Anne will guide you through each step, from developing captivating character sketches to designing seamless patterns ready for printing.
In this online course, Anne will share her expertise and passion for breaking gender clichés while creating designs that children find beautiful and fun. You will begin by exploring the basics of motifs, patterns, and fabric types, gaining a solid foundation for your creations.
In the following lessons, you will dive into the fascinating world of character development, discovering Anne's key points for bringing your characters to life. With a focus on inspiration and using Procreate as a tool, you will learn to paint both main and secondary motifs, as well as filler elements. You will then seamlessly transition to Photoshop to design your pattern, adding background and fine details, and optimizing it for various uses.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 14 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (26)
- 1,225 students
- 17 lessons (2h 12m)
- 14 additional resources (2 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: German
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
In the final project of this course, you will have the opportunity to showcase your newfound skills by creating a handmade seamless pattern with cute characters. Anne will guide you through the entire process, from sketching the initial design to refining the details and preparing it for printing. Get ready to bring your creativity to life and create adorable fabric patterns that will make children smile.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is perfect for anyone with a passion for creativity and a desire to design and create unique fabric patterns for children's clothing. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced designer, Anne Stettner's guidance and expertise will empower you to bring your ideas to life. Join this course and unlock your potential to design charming clothing and accessories for children.
Requirements and materials
To fully participate in this course, you will need a graphics tablet or a computer with the appropriate software, such as Procreate and Photoshop. Anne will guide you through the tools and techniques using these software programs, allowing you to bring your designs to life. So, gather your creative spirit and get ready to embark on a journey of design and imagination.
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Anne Stettner
A course by Anne Stettner
Anne Stettner is a talented textile and fashion designer and the creative force behind the label von.anne. With a focus on creating beautiful and fun designs for children, Anne's work is characterized by delightful animal and food motifs. Her dedication to breaking gender clichés and incorporating the little things that bring joy to children's lives sets her apart in the industry.
Join Anne Stettner on this creative journey as she shares her expertise and guides you through the process of designing unique fabric patterns for children's clothing. Discover the art of character development and seamless pattern design, and let your creativity shine through in the world of textile and fashion design.
Content
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U1
introduction
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About me
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Inspirations
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U2
Fabrics, patterns and illustrations for children
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Goals and materials
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Working with patterns
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Working with fabric
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Illustrate for children
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Finding inspiration and choosing a motif
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U3
The design of the motif
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The first figure 1
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The first figure 2
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The second figure 1
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The second figure 2
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The second figure 3
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More elements and export
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U4
Creation of the pattern
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Import into Photoshop and background
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Work in Photoshop
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More options
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Completion, printing and final tips
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FP
Final project
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Fabric design for children's clothing
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Me encantó este curso porque enseña exactamente lo que se necesita para aplicar los conocimientos de inmediato. La docente explica con claridad, comparte herramientas concretas y tiene una forma de enseñar que motiva a crear. Si ya tienes experiencia previa en diseño o ilustración, lo vas a aprovechar al máximo, ya que abre muchas posibilidades creativas y surgen un montón de ideas nuevas. ¡Muy recomendable!
Excelente , me gusta mucho como explica.
Muy bien estructurado!
Me encanta,está muy bien explicado.
This course is super helpful for those interested in creating patterns not just for children's clothes, but in general too! Anne is super knowledgeable and calming to listen to.