Discover all upcoming workshops, talks and special events connected to our exhibition Paint! Pattern! Print!, celebrating the work of renowned textile designers Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell.
This dedicated page brings together every event in one place – from hands‑on creative sessions with Sarah Campbell to curator insights and after‑hours experiences. Whether you’re a maker, student, pattern enthusiast or simply inspired by Sarah’s vibrant designs, you’ll find all the information you need to explore her world of colour, mark‑making and playful experimentation.
Browse the full programme below and book your place.
Fabric Painting – Taster
Learn foundational fabric painting techniques in a relaxed, creative session.
This half‑day workshop introduces participants to the core skills of painting on fabric, guided by renowned designer Sarah Campbell. Through demonstrations and hands‑on practice, attendees explore simple techniques for colour mixing, brushwork, and developing motifs and repeat patterns. Each participant creates their own painted textile item – choosing from a tote bag or make‑up pouch – while gaining practical tips for finishing and caring for their work. Welcoming and accessible, this session is ideal for beginners and anyone curious about textile design. More information >
Dates:
Saturday 1 August, 10:30 – 13:00 or 14:00 – 16:30
Saturday 22 August 10:30 – 13:00 or 14:00 – 16:30
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This half‑day workshop introduces participants to the core skills of painting on fabric, guided by renowned designer Sarah Campbell. Through demonstrations and hands‑on practice, attendees explore simple techniques for colour mixing, brushwork, and developing motifs and repeat patterns. Each participant creates their own painted textile item – choosing from a tote bag or make‑up pouch – while gaining practical tips for finishing and caring for their work. Welcoming and accessible, this session is ideal for beginners and anyone curious about textile design. More information >
Dates:
Saturday 1 August, 10:30 – 13:00 or 14:00 – 16:30
Saturday 22 August 10:30 – 13:00 or 14:00 – 16:30
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Fabric Painting – Printing
Learn how painted motifs can evolve into striking printed patterns.
Bringing together freehand painting and simple printing methods, this workshop explores how surface design can shift and transform. Participants begin by painting expressive marks and motifs, then experiment with printing techniques to expand, repeat or reconfigure those elements. Sarah shares advice on layout, scale, layering and rhythm, helping attendees understand how printed pattern develops from initial ideas through to finished designs. More information >
Dates:
Friday 31 July, 10:45 – 16:30 | SOLD OUT
Friday 28 August, 10:45 – 16:30 | ONLY 1 SPOT LEFT!
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Bringing together freehand painting and simple printing methods, this workshop explores how surface design can shift and transform. Participants begin by painting expressive marks and motifs, then experiment with printing techniques to expand, repeat or reconfigure those elements. Sarah shares advice on layout, scale, layering and rhythm, helping attendees understand how printed pattern develops from initial ideas through to finished designs. More information >
Dates:
Friday 31 July, 10:45 – 16:30 | SOLD OUT
Friday 28 August, 10:45 – 16:30 | ONLY 1 SPOT LEFT!
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Fabric Painting – Stencils
Create bold designs using handmade stencil methods.
This session delves into the crisp, graphic possibilities of stencilled pattern. Participants design and cut their own stencils before exploring how placement, repetition and colour choices can dramatically alter a composition. Sarah demonstrates ways to reuse, rotate and layer stencil shapes to achieve rich, unexpected results. A rewarding workshop for anyone drawn to dynamic forms and structured pattern-making. More information >
Dates:
Tuesday 21 July, 10:45 – 16:30 | ONLY 1 SPOT LEFT!
Thursday 13 August, 10:45 – 16:30
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This session delves into the crisp, graphic possibilities of stencilled pattern. Participants design and cut their own stencils before exploring how placement, repetition and colour choices can dramatically alter a composition. Sarah demonstrates ways to reuse, rotate and layer stencil shapes to achieve rich, unexpected results. A rewarding workshop for anyone drawn to dynamic forms and structured pattern-making. More information >
Dates:
Tuesday 21 July, 10:45 – 16:30 | ONLY 1 SPOT LEFT!
Thursday 13 August, 10:45 – 16:30
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Curator Tour
Part of Selvedge’s London Textile Month 2026
Textile designer Sarah Campbell joins design historian Teresa Collenette for a special guided walkthrough of Paint! Pattern! Print! The Textiles of Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell at the Fashion and Textile Museum.
Wednesday 9 September, 10:15 – 11:00
Tickets are £45 and can be purchased on the Selvedge website.
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Textile designer Sarah Campbell joins design historian Teresa Collenette for a special guided walkthrough of Paint! Pattern! Print! The Textiles of Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell at the Fashion and Textile Museum.
Wednesday 9 September, 10:15 – 11:00
Tickets are £45 and can be purchased on the Selvedge website.
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Summer Savings!
Great British Summer Savings at the Fashion and Textile Museum.
This summer, we’re pleased to be passing on a temporary VAT reduction to our visitors as part of the UK Government’s Great British Summer Savings initiative. For visits from 25 June to 1 September, ticket prices for Paint! Pattern! Print! will be reduced. These reduced exhibition tickets are live on our system and available to buy now. There is nothing you need to do – the saving is automatically applied to entry tickets when you book for dates between 25 June and 1 September 2026. We look forward to welcoming you to the Museum for a visit full of colour, creativity and textile design.
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Plus, find out what else is on for Families at the Fashion and Textile Museum here.
This summer, we’re pleased to be passing on a temporary VAT reduction to our visitors as part of the UK Government’s Great British Summer Savings initiative. For visits from 25 June to 1 September, ticket prices for Paint! Pattern! Print! will be reduced. These reduced exhibition tickets are live on our system and available to buy now. There is nothing you need to do – the saving is automatically applied to entry tickets when you book for dates between 25 June and 1 September 2026. We look forward to welcoming you to the Museum for a visit full of colour, creativity and textile design.
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Plus, find out what else is on for Families at the Fashion and Textile Museum here.
The Exhibition
Explore the creative partnership of Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell.
This exhibition celebrates the remarkable work of sisters Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell, showcasing textiles, artwork, sketchbooks and design material from across their influential careers. Together, they shaped a bold, joyful approach to pattern and colour that transformed British textile design. Visitors can follow their shared creative journey, discover their collaborative processes, and explore how their ideas evolved into distinctive, iconic designs. More information >
27 March 2026 – 13 September 2026
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This exhibition celebrates the remarkable work of sisters Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell, showcasing textiles, artwork, sketchbooks and design material from across their influential careers. Together, they shaped a bold, joyful approach to pattern and colour that transformed British textile design. Visitors can follow their shared creative journey, discover their collaborative processes, and explore how their ideas evolved into distinctive, iconic designs. More information >
27 March 2026 – 13 September 2026
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The Book
Discover the art and design legacy of Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell.
This richly illustrated publication accompanies the exhibition and traces the creative story of Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell, highlighting their collaborative practice, design methods and enduring impact on textile design. Featuring artworks, textiles, archive material and personal reflections, the book offers deeper insight into the sisters’ shared and individual contributions – an inspiring keepsake for anyone who loves pattern, colour and craft.
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This richly illustrated publication accompanies the exhibition and traces the creative story of Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell, highlighting their collaborative practice, design methods and enduring impact on textile design. Featuring artworks, textiles, archive material and personal reflections, the book offers deeper insight into the sisters’ shared and individual contributions – an inspiring keepsake for anyone who loves pattern, colour and craft.
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