Hand-Weaving Techniques: Design Textile Accessories
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Learn to create richly textured and sustainable textile pieces using a variety of weaving techniques
A handwoven cushion or blanket can be the perfect accessory that ties a room together. Textile artist and designer Cassandra Sabo believes in creating unique and sustainable textile pieces over fast-fashion decor. Her work has been featured in publications like KOEL Magazine and Country Living Modern Rustic.
In this course, Cassandra takes you through the textile design process and teaches you hand-weaving techniques to create custom accessories. Let your creativity unravel as you learn to weave step by step and create a truly original handwoven piece.
Meet Cassandra Sabo, a textile artist and designer, and your teacher for this course. She shares her creative journey, which led her to the world of weaving and textiles. Hear about the artists who’ve inspired her and the books that have helped define her technique and aesthetic.
Get familiar with your tools and materials, beginning with your loom. Discover how to choose the right weaving equipment based on the design you would like to create. Cassandra takes you more in-depth through different types of yarns and materials by highlighting their natural properties.
Move on to the fundamentals of weaving by practicing basic patterns and techniques. Once you are familiar with the basics, Cassandra teaches you more complex weaving like the twill pattern, shaping with the split technique, and the more contemporary soumak technique.
Start designing your own textile piece by getting an overview of color theory and choosing a color palette. Create a moodboard filled with references to inspire your final project before sketching it out and finalizing the design.
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