Artisan Ropework Homeware
Materials and Tools
A course by Jessica Geach , Textile artist
About the video: Materials and Tools
Overview
“To begin, I will teach you how to choose your materials and tools for Artisan Ropework. I will tell you about my personal preferences to guide you going forward.”
In this video lesson Jessica Geach addresses the topic: Materials and Tools, which is part of the Domestika online course: Artisan Ropework Homeware. Learn how to stitch rope together and create beautiful objects for your home..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson I will show you the materials and tools that you need for your Artisan Ropework projects. The ropes that you choose to work with will greatly impact the final product. I choose to work with a natural unbleached cotton which is an 8mm or 6mm. This rope in front of me is an 8mm. You could also work with a sisal or jute to create different effects. As long as the rope is fully braided throughout it should give you a nice strong structure. For the final project we're going to work with this 8mm rope. The reason that we're doing an 8mm rope is the thickness will allow it to provid...”
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Course summary for: Artisan Ropework Homeware
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Category
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Areas
Accessory Design, Arts & Crafts, Decoration, DIY, Fiber Arts, Sewing, Textile Design

Jessica Geach
A course by Jessica Geach
Jessica Geach, widely known as Ruby Cubes, is a talented textile artist specializing in 3D ropework. With a passion for turning braided rope into unique and functional objects, Jessica has garnered recognition for her intricate designs and craftsmanship.
Driven by her love for nature and abstract thinking, Jessica finds inspiration in the outdoors, infusing elements of the natural world into her creations. Her work has been exhibited in galleries across the UK, and she has also authored a project book, sharing her expertise and encouraging others to explore the art of ropework.
Join Jessica Geach in this online course as she shares her skills and techniques for creating beautiful and captivating objects through the art of 3D ropework. With her guidance, you will develop the ability to transform rope into stunning decorative accessories and gain valuable insights into the creative process of working in 3D.
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