Introduction to Frame Loom Tapestry
Assemble the warp on the loom
A course by Diana Cunha , Textile Artist
About the video: Assemble the warp on the loom
Overview
“During this class, you will learn how to assemble the web on the frame loom. There are two ways, and I will explain both. Single-wire warp: With this technique, we will assemble the warp using a single thread, continuous to the warp. Multi-wire web: This technique may take a little longer; but it is simpler, because being individual wires we can control the tension more easily. ”
In this video lesson Diana Cunha addresses the topic: Assemble the warp on the loom, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Frame Loom Tapestry. Learn how to create unique tapestry pieces from the basics to completion.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this class. we'll finally get hands-on. I'll teach you to set up the web on the loom. To begin. i'll use two smaller frames than the one planned for the final project. I'll start with this smaller frame and employ a simpler. yet more time-consuming method to set up the loom. This approach I chose cotton thread because it must adhere to a critical rule: no elasticity. The reason is simple; the warp requires consistent tension. which would be compromised if the thread had any give. When setting up the web on the loom. it will be stretched. Once removed. it may become deformed. I cotton thr...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Frame Loom Tapestry
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Category
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Areas
Accessory Design, Decoration, Fiber Arts, Textile Design, Weaving
Diana Cunha
A course by Diana Cunha
Diana Cunha is a Portuguese textile artist who, after graduating in international relations and working for 20 years in the banking sector, discovered her true passion for textiles. After taking some courses in 2015, she started to work with frame loom tapestry, macramé, and embroidery, developing her own visual language and style.
At the beginning of 2016, she created her brand Oficina 166 and at the end of 2017, she expanded her studio to work with a team of two people while teaching creative workshops and courses.
She has held two exhibitions in Lisbon and works with clients in several countries such as the United States, Luxembourg, Belgium, Angola, and Portugal.
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