Introduction to Frame Loom Tapestry
Soumak Stitch
A course by Diana Cunha , Textile Artist
About the video: Soumak Stitch
Overview
“The Soumak stitch is one of the stitches that gives more texture to a piece. You will learn the different ways to do it, as well as explore the different effects we achieve using different types of fibers.”
In this video lesson Diana Cunha addresses the topic: Soumak Stitch, 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
“Bye. In this class. i will teach you a stitch called sumac. It's a stitch that gives a lot of texture to pieces and can be done in several ways and with different threads. For that I chose. use this which combines wool and acrylic fibers for a textured finish And it... Is relatively thick. Usually. sumac is worked with a thread folded in two. The usual measure is to stretch your arm from hand to opposite shoulder. Then. fold it. This method helps To May. This is part of a larger piece. Here for my piece. i'll shorten it a bit to show you how to add thread when it runs out halfway. It's esse...”
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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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