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Bead Leno: From Three- to Multi-Shaft Designs
CourseBead Leno weaving isn't decorative but a powerful way to cross warp threads creating lace. This seminar defines bead leno, explores its operation, showcases variations, discusses loom setup methods for 3- to multi-shaft designs, and pros and cons.
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How Shall I Be Complex? Let Me Count The Ways
CourseThis seminar explores how fiber content, color, sett, weave structure, scale, and finishing create complex textiles. We'll examine these properties individually and combined, considering how changing one or more applies to designing complex textiles.
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The Patola Loom of Patan, India
CourseThis seminar shows the patola loom—no frame, shafts, treadles, or beater. Learn how it creates precise double ikat silk designs from Patan, India. Simple plain weave with masterful dyeing skills creating vivid results.
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Weaving with Optical Fibers: Practical Techniques to Total Internal Reflection
CourseFiber optics transform fabrics by transmitting messages and carrying signals, but challenge woven structures. Advanced LEDs and Plastic Optical Fibers streamline the process. This presentation shows technical practices through drafts and samples.
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My Twills Are in a Twist: Braided, Plaited,Turned & Corkscrew
CourseTake a double two-tie threading with pattern shafts in twill order. Weave braided/plaited twills, fancy twills, and turned Beiderwand variations. Add twisted blocks with plaited designs, then try corkscrew/manifold twills—all on one threading!
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Finish and Exhibit that Piece!
CourseAs fiber artists, we often struggle with finishing and display. This seminar addresses finishing and hanging decisions from the start of your work through completion, for home or exhibition, encouraging creative alternatives to traditional framing.
$50