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Florence, Italy - Course Descriptions - Fabric Design: Weaving

Course Information

Subject: Art and Design (ARDE)
Number: 2623
Language of Instruction: English

Contact Hours and Credits

Semester Session: 90 contact hours, 3 semester credits

Availability

Summary

This course is an introduction of the traditional art of weaving fabrics. In this beginning weaving course students work on four harness weaving looms. The basic loom techniques include: weaving terminology, textile analysis and pattern drafting, preparation of wrap, dressing and operating the loom. Weaving techniques covered are: twills, basket, satin rep, double weave, and hand manipulated techniques: tapestry, inlay, pick-up, brocade, rug knots, leno and lace, and belt weave. This course is intended for fashion design and textile design students.

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Fabric Design: Weaving

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