Techno-threads

A mix of world class performance artists & dancers showcase the best in functional textiles and wearable technology as TechnoThreads exhibition closes with a bang!

One of the main functions of textiles is to keep us warm but what else does heat have to do with fabric? Bring an old item of clothing or some pieces of fabric and find out as we explore a range of textile techniques involving heat as an agent of change. Experiment with the application of foils and flock to textiles or use heat transfer printing to print your own photographic images onto fabrics ...

One of the main functions of textiles is to keep us warm but what else does heat have to do with fabric? Bring an old item of clothing or some pieces of fabric and find out as we explore a range of textile techniques involving heat as an agent of change. Experiment with the application of foils and flock to textiles or use heat transfer printing to print your own photographic images onto fabrics ...

Create your own TechnoThreads! Join a workshop to change ordinary clothes into LED light creations. You can bring your own clothes to customise or buy a Science Gallery T-shirt. Come in anytime during TechnoThreads exhibition (ends 25th July), Tues-Fri 12pm-7.00pm, Sat/Sun 12pm – 5pm. The workshop takes approx 30min to 1 hr.