Introduction to Latch Hooking and Locker Hooking
History of the Latch Hook
A course by Mariana Baertl , Textile Artist
About the video: History of the Latch Hook
Overview
“In this lesson I will tell you a little about the history and evolution of Latch Hook and where the technique started. Then I will reveal what our final project will be. Accompany me! ”
In this video lesson Mariana Baertl addresses the topic: History of the Latch Hook, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Latch Hooking and Locker Hooking. Discover and combine textile techniques to create unique pieces.
Partial transcription of the video
“Well. now I'm going to tell you a little about the history and evolution of the Latch Hooking technique. Let's explore it. Unlike other textile methods like embroidery or loom weaving. latch hook is relatively modern. originating the early 1900s when the latch hook needle was patented. We will delve into this later. This technique developed to simplify rug-making. as rugs were once considered luxury items. It was developed to simplify rug-making. as rugs were considered luxury items. This led people to start crafting them at home. By the 1920s. the technique gained popularity. and kits with...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Latch Hooking and Locker Hooking
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Category
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Areas
Decoration, Fiber Arts, Textile Design
Mariana Baertl
A course by Mariana Baertl
Mariana Baertl is the founder of Living Fibers and a textile artist specializing in handmade embroidery and knit decor for indoor spaces. She studied fashion design in Peru before moving to Barcelona, Spain, where she perfected her technique and started working in haute couture and patternmaking.
After working many years as a fashion designer, she decided to change course and devote her time to textile art. All of her pieces are hand-embroidered with threads and yarns from around the world. Her biggest source of inspiration is nature, especially its shapes and movements.
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