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Textile Designer/Craftsperson – Embroidery Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Textilgestalter/in im Handwerk - Sticken

The vocational training as a Textile Designer/Craftsperson specializing in Embroidery is a recognized craft profession. You will learn to artistically and skillfully design and decorate textiles using various embroidery techniques. The duration of the training can vary.

What you do

  • Designing embroidery patterns and motifs
  • Selecting and preparing textiles and threads
  • Applying various embroidery techniques (e.g., satin stitch, cross-stitch, Richelieu)
  • Operating and maintaining embroidery machines and tools
  • Repairing and restoring embroidered textiles
  • Advising clients on design and materials
  • Quality control of finished embroidery work

Requirements

  • Minimum of a Hauptschulabschluss (secondary school certificate)
  • Manual dexterity and fine motor skills
  • Creativity and a sense of aesthetics
  • Good color perception and an eye for detail
  • Patience and conscientiousness
  • Interest in textiles and traditional craft techniques
  • Customer orientation and communication skills

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in craft workshops, studios, or museums
  2. 2Specialization in specific embroidery techniques or restoration
  3. 3Further training to become a Master Craftsperson (Meister)
  4. 4Self-employment with your own studio
  5. 5Work in the fashion or costume industry (theater, film)

Open positions

There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Textile Designer/Craftsperson – Embroidery Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Textile Designer/Craftsperson – Embroidery Ausbildung?

Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Textile Designer/Craftsperson – Embroidery Ausbildung?

Minimum of a Hauptschulabschluss (secondary school certificate); Manual dexterity and fine motor skills; Creativity and a sense of aesthetics; Good color perception and an eye for detail.

Where can I find open Textile Designer/Craftsperson – Embroidery Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Textile Designer/Craftsperson – Embroidery

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.