Catwalk displays

Exhibitions and Events

Borders Textile Towerhouse runs special exhibitions and events throughout the year. Check out our blog for the latest news. Our catwalk displays and themed exhibitions showcase the latest developments in textile design and technology. These are produced in kind collaboration with Borders textile companies, Heriot-Watt University, Hawick High School and other education providers.

We have put a taster of our past exhibitions online:

Catwalk designBest of the Borders

Highlights from the Catwalk exhibition 2009 show.

 

Designs by studentsFirst Class Honours 2009

Selected collections by graduates of Heriot-Watt School of Textiles & Design, 2009

New online exhibitions will be added over time.

Special Projects

The Big DrawOur Education Officer also works with schools and community groups on special projects, including:

  • The Big Draw: Our contribution to the national project to get everyone drawing!
  • Button Banner: Sew Big! A giant banner made by hands right across the Borders.

Get CreativeFor craft lovers, we run Get Creative! workshops and demonstrations throughout the year, including Lucet knitting, intarsia, felt-making and rag rugs. Visit our blog for the latest details.