Handwoven Garments with a Weaving Loom
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Make original handwoven clothing by learning weaving techniques to create unique textile patterns
There is something uniquely special about creating clothing by hand—even more so, when using a traditional technique. Kristína Šipulová is a designer and garment maker who takes the traditional tapestry method and applies it to fashionable, contemporary designs.
In this course, she shares with you the art of creating handwoven garments with an original pattern design. Kristína takes you step by step through the process of weaving textile pieces from scratch and how to create a variety of clothing and accessories.
Meet Kristína, Slovakian designer, garment maker, and your teacher for this course. She shares her creative journey, and how her passion for folklore clothing, rich textile heritage, and nature has shaped her designs. Hear about the textile artist who have influenced her and where she finds inspiration.
Kristína introduces you to weaving by explaining the basic principles of woven textiles, and shares some three-dimensional examples of corn husk woven shoes from Slovakia. Learn the foundations of weaving by exploring each material and how to use them. Explore the endless textile possibilities by experimenting with different materials and colors.
Start working towards your final design by exploring references and creating a mood board of ideas. Develop your artist’s eye as Kristína guides you through a world of color and demonstrates how different shades work together. Next, learn how to create a customized pattern for your garment, ready for production.
Time to roll up your sleeves and start creating your garment! First, prepare the base for weaving with the tapestry method by fixing nails on a wooden board. Kristína guides you step by step through the process of weaving the basic structure of the garment from front to back. After removing the garment from the nails, add the final touching by embellishing it with ribbons.
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