Handloom Weaving: Create Organic Shapes
A course by Juliana Maia , Visual artist and Weaver
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Explore compositions of color and fabric to design unique pieces using a handloom
A loom is so much more than a tool for making rugs and decorative tapestries, it's a powerful form of artistic expression where multiple disciplines can be interwoven to tell a story. Visual artist Juliana Maia combines this ancient technique with other contemporary art forms and applies her creations to different mediums and objects.
In this course, learn to create textile patterns on a handloom using colorful fabric fragments. Discover the artistic possibilities of this tool and learn to weave vibrant compositions with a variety of textures and stitches, from lashing on to binding off.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 20 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (36)
- 808 students
- 17 lessons (2h 26m)
- 20 additional resources (8 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Portuguese
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- Level: Beginner
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What is this course's project?
Weave textile fragments on a handloom and create patterns to sew onto a cushion cover.
Who is this online course for?
Anyone who wants to learn the techniques for weaving on a handloom and anybody with a passion for textile arts and crafts.
Requirements and materials
No prior knowledge is needed to take this course.
For materials, you need a rigid heddle loom (or any other type of handloom), twine or cotton thread for the warp, yarn, scissors, a tapestry needle, pencil, and paper.
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Juliana Maia
A course by Juliana Maia
Juliana Maia is a visual artist and weaver from Pernambuco who currently lives in São Paulo. Although she's trained in architecture and urban design, she began her artistic career in 2015 when she first came into contact with a loom and discovered she had a knack for weaving. Juliana combines techniques from different art forms in her work, such as sewing, embroidery, and crochet, while also incorporating a variety of mediums like video, drawing, and photography.
She has participated in both group and solo exhibitions, including A Tessitura do Gesto, which took place in 2021 at the Arte Plural Gallery in Recife. When she's not creating, Juliana shares her knowledge by teaching textile art courses across Brazil.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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influences
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U2
Preparing to get your hands dirty
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Basic materials
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Heald comb loom: presentation
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Collecting shapes and colors to weave
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free drawings
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U3
the fragments
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Paper pattern drawings
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Warp: technical sheet and warp 1
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Warp: technical sheet and warp 2
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Warp: placing on the loom
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Plot: weaving the first fragment 1
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Plot: weaving the first fragment 2
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Plot: continuing the other fragments
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Finishes
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U4
Finishing and taking care of the pillow
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Sewing the fragments on the pillow
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Finished part care tips
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Other applications
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FP
Final project
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Manual tapestry with geometric pattern
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Interesante. Deseando empezar
This is one of the best weaving courses I have done, full of ideas, inspiration and techniques. Juliana is very good at explaining everything clearly, she is a great teacher - I wish I could attend more classes with her! I learn't a lot about weaving and the course has made me want to explore this type of weaving further.
The most detailed course I have taken so far. Juliana Maia is a natural teacher and a master in her field. Easy to understand and very well-structured class. Thank you.
Um curse super detalhado. Juliana Maia ensina naturalmente e é uma mestra em sua disciplina. O curso é super detalhado e fácil de entender. Obrigada
Embora eu não pretenda realizar o projeto final do curso, achei relevantes e muito bem explicadas as aulas dedicadas ao funcionamento e utilização do tear. Certamente o conteúdo é agregador e útil para ser combinado com outras técnicas de tecelagem, cestaria e tingimento natural. Recomendo.
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