In the Textile design course led by Prof Maja Osrajnik, univ. dipl. inž. oblik. teks. in oblač., the students explored the entire process of silk production — from the birth of the Bombyx mori butterfly to the spinning of silk threads. They were fascinated by the life cycle of the silkworm, its rapid consumption of mulberry leaves and its transformation into a cocoon. This curiosity prompted them to ask questions about silk cultivation in Slovenia, the occurrence and characteristics of mulberry trees and the fruits they bear. They examined silk cocoons and raw silk threads, compared their properties and were amazed at the fineness and luxurious quality of silk fabrics.
As part of their creative exploration, the students used Adobe Illustrator to develop customised, repeating patterns for printing silk fabrics. Motifs such as threads, butterflies and mulberry leaves were used to create vibrant, co-ordinated pattern collections. Not only were they able to showcase their creativity, but also deepen their appreciation for the natural beauty of silk and emphasise the importance of sustainable, nature-inspired design.
In their pursuit of knowledge, the students worked on using Adobe Illustrator to create customised, repeating patterns for printing on silk fabric. Various motifs such as threads, butterflies and mulberry leaves served as the starting point for developing colourful pattern collections. This task not only encouraged creativity, but also strengthened our appreciation for the beauty of silk and emphasised the importance of protecting nature in the production of aesthetic and sustainable products.