Introduction to PVC Cord Weaving
Types of patterns for PVC cord fabric.
A course by Carolina Ortega, Textile and Industrial Designer
About the video: Types of patterns for PVC cord fabric.
Overview
“In the furniture that I like to give priority to the fabric, therefore, the figure that is woven is very important. In this lesson I am going to teach you how to adapt the figures or patterns so that they are functional on the furniture. ”
In this video lesson Carolina Ortega addresses the topic: Types of patterns for PVC cord fabric., which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to PVC Cord Weaving. Learn basic techniques for weaving furniture and decorative objects by hand.
Partial transcription of the video
“Hello. in this lesson I will explain which types of weaves are effective in PVC patterns. PVC patterns. I have examples for this. If you notice. what you observe here is the same. What you see here. they are all the same pattern. The difference is this is 1x1. this is 2x2. and this is 3x3. If you notice. weaving 1x1 makes the material more durable and denser. When knitting two by two. it enhances strength and density. It stays strong. but it's less dense. When we weave three by three. the material becomes much more flexible and pliable. though still robust. This can be done in sets of 4. 5....”
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Course summary for: Introduction to PVC Cord Weaving
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Arts & Crafts, Decoration, Fiber Arts, Furniture Design & Making, Interior Design, Textile Design, Upcycling, Weaving
Carolina Ortega
A course by Carolina Ortega
Born in Bogotá (Colombia), she has been interested in art and painting since she was a child. She studied industrial design in her home country and then did a master's degree in textile design in London (England). There she discovered the value of handmade objects, the artisanal world, and traditional techniques. She seeks to reflect the culture of her country in each piece she produces.
Carolina currently owns a design studio where she creates contemporary pieces using traditional weaving techniques. For over five years now, the studio has specialized in creating pieces with PVC cord. They combine shapes, textures, colors, and materials to create unique, ergonomic, and, above all, ethical pieces as they work under the concept of fair trade, positioning artisanship as a valuable profession.
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