Textile Design Lab
A pattern design membership for artists building careers in surface design.
Textile Design Lab is a membership community providing artists and designers the skills, resources, and feedback needed to grow in surface pattern design. You’ll access a library of video lessons, tutorials, plus peer feedback and critique from both founder Michelle Fifis and other experienced designers. The Lab covers technical skills (like file preparation, software tools), market-specific design guidance (home decor, apparel, licensing), plus marketing and business insights.
Members also benefit from community support, guest expert workshops, and paths to build a pattern design business that can attract licensing opportunities or freelance contracts. The Lab’s environment is designed to help you move from hobbyist to professional desi...
Outcomes
- Design with unshakeable confidence
- Collaborate and grow within a thriving community of creative
- Build a fulfilling, authentic design career
- Build an authentic portfolio of work
What's included?
Tutorial Library
A growing video, audio, and PDF content library covering design and business skills for surface pattern design.
Peer & Expert Feedback
Regular critique from industry-experienced designers to improve your work and speed your growth.
Guest Presentations & Market Insights
Occasional guest presentations from professionals in licensing, print studios, and fashion/home decor sectors.
Supportive Designer Community
Forum / membership space for questions, collaborations, feedback, and encouragement.
Who is this for?
- Surface pattern artists & textile designers growing a freelance or licensing career
- Creatives seeking structured feedback & portfolio readiness
- Designers wanting clarity in business-side of surface pattern markets
Michelle Fifis
Founder & Mentor, Textile Design Lab | Surface Pattern Artist
I’m Michelle Fifis, founder and creator of Textile Design Lab. I began my career as a textile designer, leaving a corporate role in 2010 to launch a freelance practice, then moved into teaching online in 2011, helping artists and designers level up b...
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