Introduction to Frame Loom Tapestry
Taffeta stitch and fringes
A course by Diana Cunha , Textile Artist
About the video: Taffeta stitch and fringes
Overview
“The taffeta stitch or Gobelin stitch is the most common stitch in the tapestry. In this course, you will learn how to use it in its simplest form, however I would like to show you the various effects that this point may have used alternately in order to produce different patterns (presenting several samples).”
In this video lesson Diana Cunha addresses the topic: Taffeta stitch and fringes, 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. i'll teach you how to do the ponta-aftar. And the fringes. We are always together. The ponta-aftar. the most commonly used basic weaving stitch. can produce various intricate designs and patterns. Today I'll teach you the simplest chain and blanket stitches. then at home. you can explore the various intricate patterns and designs this basic foundation allows. To calculate the amount of thread needed. we piece we will make. Since it's a stitch that doesn’t knot. We'll account for a bit extra in the web's width. then multiply by the desired number of rows. I've already factored...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Frame Loom Tapestry
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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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