Introduction to Marbled Fabric
Fiber preparation
A course by Carla Qua , Textile Designer
About the video: Fiber preparation
Overview
“The preparation of the cloth is called biting and is based on boiling the cloth in neutral soap. This process aims to remove the waxes or starches that usually contain new fabrics. On the other hand, alum will serve to open the pores and allow the pigment to penetrate the fiber. Here I will show you the formula to calculate the quantities depending on the weight of the fiber and that you can apply it in your marbling. ”
In this video lesson Carla Qua addresses the topic: Fiber preparation, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Marbled Fabric. Learn artisanal dyeing techniques and draw on water to create unique patterns.
Partial transcription of the video
“Preparation of U3_L1 fibers In this lesson you will learn how to prepare the fabrics and the importance of using natural fibers. These are two examples of what marbling looks like in natural fibers. This is cotton and this is silk. These are the ideal fibers to use in this technique. I'm going to show you other materials that can be done, the processes are different, and what happens when you use very thick or polyester fabrics. This is an example in silk organza, it is transparent, If you like the effect ... It doesn't show that much when you stand it up, but you can occupy it. This is pla...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Marbled Fabric
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Category
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Areas
DIY, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, Textile Design, Textile Dyeing
Carla Qua
A course by Carla Qua
Multidisciplinary and experimental textile designer who lives and works in Mexico City. She studied design at art school and specialized in textile, graphic, and industrial design through various workshops.
From her textile laboratory, she collaborates on different design projects in various fields, such as furniture, fashion, art direction, accessories, textile packaging, and interior design. Working with Rococó, Sandra Weil, Avocet Jewelry, Claudia Pepper, Flaminguettes, Paraiba Beachwear, Amandina, Ayres, Allegra, among others, has greatly enriched her work.
She teaches workshops and courses on experimental textiles, using natural dyes and marbling. She is the creative director and artisan at Agnes Tintorería, a sustainable brand that creates simple garments made from organic fibers and natural dyes using ancient techniques such as dipping and marbling.
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