Advance Weaving Techniques

At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. design pattern for woven fabrics as drafts at the preparatory level for actualising weaving on loom; 2. master the nitty-gritty of weaving dynamics on different looms; 3. identify the rudiments of weaving preparations such as winding, warping, and drawing; 4. practice and sharpen images on the woven fabric according to patterned drafts; and 5. know basic elements of weaving such as shedding, picking and beaten.

Execution of original designs, using different weaving techniques. Construction, warping and threading of looms. Tapestry, Paper making, Felting. Advanced aspect of different cloth weaving techniques. Creation of innovative weaving structure with the aid of computer programmes. The use of two harness and four harness looms for numerous variations of weaves. Techniques such as hand pained warps and pick up should be duly experimented on with execution of original designs, using different weaving techniques with the consideration for construction of different types of looms, warping and threading looms. 400 Level Clothing and Textiles Design