Natalie Adamson-Wain is a teacher in the Textiles department at Edinburgh University. Holding a Master's in Printed Textiles from the Royal College of Art, she brings over a decade of industry experience, designing for brands such as Calvin Klein, DKNY, and Anthropologie.

Natalie specializes in the integration of traditional and digital techniques within her teaching. Her research emphasizes creating tactile qualities and surface designs through a blend of handcrafted and machine-led methods, inspiring reflections on the potential transition of materials between interior and fashion contexts.

As the Director of Education for Design, Natalie is dedicated to teaching. With over 18 years of experience and a PGCE from Moray House, she employs diverse pedagogical approaches to develop skills for employability and the commercial sector. Her extensive teaching experience at institutions like Heriot-Watt and Nottingham Trent shapes her commitment to course structures prioritizing employability, interdisciplinary learning, and core skills, alongside her industry insights.