Introduction to Tapestry
General Tips
A course by Poetryarn , Multidisciplinary Artist
About the video: General Tips
Overview
“Stripping everything is the key to start creating, so I will give small tips to enjoy and be as comfortable as possible before starting work. ”
In this video lesson Poetryarn addresses the topic: General Tips, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Tapestry. Learn basic crochet stitches, design modern patterns, and create unique pieces.
Partial transcription of the video
“General Tips In this lesson I will talk about different tips when making crochet, "tapestry", or whatever you want, when working mainly with the hands, a technique of "handmade". The first thing I would say to myself would be not to squeeze, Do not work with the needle with great force. Especially with thicker needles, many people tend to squeeze, Especially at the beginning. This is because you are not used to making the movement of the hand then that generates a tension in the whole body. If we don't squeeze and start to relax, this whole part of the wrist will be much more relaxed, there...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Tapestry
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Category
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Areas
Accessory Design, Crochet, Fiber Arts, Pattern Design, Textile Design

Poetryarn
A course by Poetryarn
Ángela (Poetryarn) is a multidisciplinary artist. She studied graphic design, artistic photography, fashion, and social work. She went on to become cofounder of Sacocharte, a creative company that pioneered the handmade movement in Spain in 2009.
Currently, her main project is Poetryarn, where Ángela designs original and striking patterns to apply them using the tapestry technique. She has also published a pattern book and several texts, available on her website and on digital platforms in Spain and Latin America.
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