Textile Design at Jefferson - Where tradition meets technology. Follow us here for the latest textile design happenings!
In the textile design program, students learn how to turn innovative ideas into actual printed, woven and knitted products. Through our proven curriculum, students are trained to blend aesthetic and creative skills with the latest technologies. As a textile leader since 1884, our students are regularly featured at major exhibits, compete in national competitions and are sought after by industry le
05/07/2026
Last week, our talented BSTD class of 2026 showcased their final collections at the annual textile design capstone show. We are so proud of our graduating class and wish them the best upon graduation.
04/30/2026
Graduate studio final critique, featuring semester long collections from our talented print students.
Don’t forget to join us tomorrow from 1–5 PM at the Design Center as we celebrate our BSTD seniors and honor their creativity at the annual capstone exhibition.
04/23/2026
Felting fun! Our students took a field trip to for a needle felting workshop, to learn about alpaca fiber processing, and to feed the alpacas! 🦙
04/19/2026
BSTD and MSTD students visited the Shima Seiki New Jersey headquarters to connect with industry professionals and view their showroom. BSTD Jefferson alum, Hannah Mallon was kind enough to give our students a tour of the showroom and demos of the various electronic knitting machines.
Thank you to our partners at Shima Seiki for this opportunity!
04/15/2026
Please join us for our annual Textile Design Capstone Exhibition on Friday, May 1st, 4-7pm at The Design Center. Let’s celebrate our 2026 graduating class of Textile Designers!
04/10/2026
Introducing BSTD student, Mayangay Marley! Mayangay’s capstone, “Ethereal Darkness” is a print focused collection with featured jacquards. Please join us on May 1st to honor Mayangay and her classmates for our annual capstone show at the Jefferson Design Center from 4 PM - 7 PM.
04/08/2026
Introducing BSTD student, Olive Connor! Olivia’s capstone, “In Bad Taste” is a camp inspired collection with featured knits, jacquards, and prints.
Please join us on May 1st to honor Olivia and her classmates for our annual capstone show at the Jefferson Design Center from 4 PM - 7 PM.
04/05/2026
Introducing BSTD student, Luke Bucksar! Luke’s capstone, “Abstract Expression” is a print focused collection with featured jacquards.
Please join us on May 1st to honor Luke and his classmates for our annual capstone show at the Jefferson Design Center from 4 PM - 7 PM.
04/03/2026
Introducing BSTD student, Misty Limeburner! Misty’s capstone, “Eventide” is a woven focused collection, with featured prints for interiors.
Please join us on May 1st to honor Misty and her classmates for our annual capstone show at the Jefferson Design Center from 4 PM - 7 PM.
03/26/2026
Introducing BSTD student, Mira Parejo! Mira’s capstone, “Belladonna Nior” is print-focused contract lifestyle collection, inspired by the rise of horror films.
Please join us on May 1st to honor Mira and her classmates for our annual capstone show at the Jefferson Design Center, from 4PM - 7PM.
Keep an eye out for more capstone features!
