Contemporary Basketwork Techniques Applied to Fashion
Preparation of the material
A course by Idoia Cuesta , Textile Maker
About the video: Preparation of the material
Overview
“In this lesson I am going to tell you how we are going to prepare the material for our project and the precautions that we have to have.”
In this video lesson Idoia Cuesta addresses the topic: Preparation of the material, which is part of the Domestika online course: Contemporary Basketwork Techniques Applied to Fashion. Learn to create fashion accessories with plant fibers and textiles.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson I will tell you how we are going to prepare the material for our project When I go to the store I usually buy the rolls that come like this or in half kilo packages, or even in packages of one kilo. This in particular of half a kilo it is a measure of three millimeters that for this project we will not use. I just wanted to present how you usually buy. And in fact, when we buy the big package, what we usually do first of all It's like removing the ropes that tie it, and once we eliminate this, This package is going to unfold. Do you see how it unfolds? You have to be careful ...”
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Course summary for: Contemporary Basketwork Techniques Applied to Fashion
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Category
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Areas
Accessory Design, Arts & Crafts, Fashion Design, Fiber Arts, Textile Design

Idoia Cuesta
A course by Idoia Cuesta
Idoia lives and works in a rural environment, surrounded by nature that not only inspires her, but also provides her with the means to create 100% sustainable pieces. She grows her own rattan to use in her projects, weaving pieces similar to the way storks weave their nests.
Idoia's work combines traditional techniques and organic materials with contemporary designs. Collaborating with professionals from diverse countries, cultures, and backgrounds has enriched her worldview and allowed her to appreciate modern art, design, architecture, fashion, and crafts from a new perspective, which she translates into her basketwork.
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