I am Chloe Johnson, a textiles designer and MSc graduate specializing in 3D printed textiles. My practice explores textural designs and repeat patterns by blending traditional textile techniques with 3D printing technologies. Over the past five years I have built a solid foundation in textile methods and digital fabrication, and I am passionate about the intersection of craft and technology. I am currently seeking a role as a 3D textiles designer, with experience in computerized embroidery and operating 3D printers. I enjoy transforming digital designs into embellished pieces and collaborating across disciplines to push the boundaries of what textiles can be.…

Chloe Johnson

I am Chloe Johnson, a textiles designer and MSc graduate specializing in 3D printed textiles. My practice explores textural designs and repeat patterns by blending traditional textile techniques with 3D printing technologies. Over the past five years I have built a solid foundation in textile methods and digital fabrication, and I am passionate about the intersection of craft and technology. I am currently seeking a role as a 3D textiles designer, with experience in computerized embroidery and operating 3D printers. I enjoy transforming digital designs into embellished pieces and collaborating across disciplines to push the boundaries of what textiles can be.…

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I am Chloe Johnson, a textiles designer and MSc graduate specializing in 3D printed textiles. My practice explores textural designs and repeat patterns by blending traditional textile techniques with 3D printing technologies. Over the past five years I have built a solid foundation in textile methods and digital fabrication, and I am passionate about the intersection of craft and technology.

I am currently seeking a role as a 3D textiles designer, with experience in computerized embroidery and operating 3D printers. I enjoy transforming digital designs into embellished pieces and collaborating across disciplines to push the boundaries of what textiles can be.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

3D Textile Designer at Jumbled (Project with Laura McPherson)
November 17, 2025 - Present
Designed patterns, textures and heights from provided images; prepared 3D print files using GrabCAD and BY2D23D software.
3D Textile Designer at Restorative
April 1, 2025 - August 4, 2025
Prepared files and pattern designs for 3D printing on knitted fabrics; created varying heights and textures using GrabCAD and BY2D23D.
Student Support Session Assistant at Manchester Metropolitan University
February 4, 2025 - Present
Spotted students struggling with Fusion 360 and 3D printing; provided drop-in session support.
3D Textile Designer at Playfulness
November 28, 2024 - Present
Prepared various 3D print files for fabric textures and forms on GrabCAD and BY2D23D.
Guest Lecturer at Print City
November 26, 2024 - Present
Delivered a lecture to L6 textiles students about experiences with 3D printing and the university journey.
Volunteer Designer at Lynn Setterington - World Wellbeing Map
October 29, 2024 - Present
Created digital posters, stitched cross stitch sections, and produced greeting cards for an exhibition.
Workshop Participant / 3D Printing Course at 3D360 (Leigh)
September 11, 2024 - Present
Three-day Fusion 360 course; assembled and tested a 3D printer.
Course Participant at Wainman Design
April 30, 2024 - May 28, 2024
Six-week course exploring different 3D printing processes.
Research Assistant at Print City
June 26, 2023 - July 30, 2023
Designed and experimented with weave structures using 3D print techniques for textiles and fashion.
Assistant / Designer at Hermione De Paula
April 1, 2023 - Present
Developing sample pieces for fashion boards; experimenting with hand embroidery and bead work.
Volunteer at Greater Northern Contemporary Craft Fair & Manchester Antique and Vintage Textiles Fair
April 23, 2023 - Present
Customer service and artist liaison; communication and teamwork.
Volunteer at Cabasa Carnival Arts
April 1, 2022 - Present
Hand painting cloths and flags for “A Sharing of Gifts” Platinum Jubilee Pageant; hand beading and sewing t-shirts.
Volunteer at Zainab Hashmi - Refugee Women
October 1, 2022 - Present
Teaching refugee women various sewing techniques and textiles methods.
Volunteer at Lynn Setterington - Unfolding origins
November 1, 2022 - Present
Machine stitching tote bags for a community project.

Education

BA Hons Textiles in Practice at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
MSc / MA Textiles at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other

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