Reference
https://nightquilter.com/2015/03/10/tutorial-embroidery-floss-organization-made-easy/
EMBROIDERY
What is embroidery?
Craft of decorating fabric with needle and thread is Embroidery. This thread craft is best done on natural fabrics with a tight weave like silk or cotton. Embroidery is a diverse yet distinct evidence of our rich cultural heritage. Embroidery designs are influenced by different Indian cultures and have a different flavor of its own. Thread craft of Indian Embroidery has been cherished by dedicated craftsmen and has the world obsessing over them. Embroideries of India includes various embroidery styles that vary by region and styles of clothes.
Embroidery designs are formed on the basis of texture of the fabric and stitch. Embroidery may also include materials other than threads, like pearls, beads, stones and sequins. Presently, Embroidery is available with a wide variety of coloured yarns. Fundamental stitches of hand embroidery include running stitch, chain stitch, cross stitch and satin stitch. Surface embroidery techniques are most economical. Embroidery of India stands out for unique stitches and use of fabrics and colors. While India is known for its beautiful embroidery techniques, we have simplified and handpicked some embroideries that have been inspiring generations of designers over the years.
TYPES OF EMBROIDERY IN INDIA
CHIKANKARI
KANTHA
PHULKARI
ZARDOZI
KUTCH
KASHIDAKARI
SWATCHES
These are some of the swatches of embroidery stitches learnt in the class, satin stitch, running stitch, blanket stitch, frenchknot and all variations.
Final Embroidery Swatch
YARN CRAFT
Different types of yarn art include weaving, painting, knitting and crocheting, and knotting. Yarn. The oldest type of yarn art is weaving. Yarn of many different gauges and weights were woven to make everything from clothing to blankets and rugs, some of which included beautiful patterns.
Exploration
I learnt how to braid using macrame. I was taught many different kinds of braiding like 3 strand, 4 strand and 6 strand. This is one of my exploration with 4 strand.
Final Swatches
I tried making a belt for kids with using braiding and macrame technique.
I tried making a hairband using macrame technique.
Reflection
I learned how to braid and knot using macrame. It was fun learning these techniques, which can be very useful in the future.
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