Freeform Design Technique
Workshop
Imagine weaving two-dimensional freeform designs, like damask or brocade, using a standard 4-Harness loom, and no pick-up stick! Freeform twill involves a simple 1-2-3-4 threading and a unique treadling system, which facilitates the development of weaver-created two-dimensional design patterns.
Students learn the fundamentals of freeform twill, design theory, the making and use of a cartoon, and several variations of the freeform twill technique, which are ideal for light-weight fabrics to heavy rugs.
This workshop is ideally a 3-day length, to afford maximum time for experimentation. However, it works very well as a 2-day workshop, and is most often taught in this format.
Imagine weaving two-dimensional freeform designs, like damask or brocade, using a standard 4-Harness loom, and no pick-up stick! Freeform twill involves a simple 1-2-3-4 threading and a unique treadling system, which facilitates the development of weaver-created two-dimensional design patterns.
Students learn the fundamentals of freeform twill, design theory, the making and use of a cartoon, and several variations of the freeform twill technique, which are ideal for light-weight fabrics to heavy rugs.
This workshop is ideally a 3-day length, to afford maximum time for experimentation. However, it works very well as a 2-day workshop, and is most often taught in this format.
Book
The Technique of Freeform Design is available. Please refer to the "Publications" section for purchasing details.
The Technique of Freeform Design is available. Please refer to the "Publications" section for purchasing details.
