FIBER ARTS DEMOS

WEAVING

Weaving is a way of putting lots of fibers together to form a big piece without
using glue or staples or tape. The loom holds the warp threads still so you
can weave into them. Weaving is another way to connect materials together.

Weaving with materials other than yarn, such as:

Raffia
Ribbon
Natural materials
Beads
Pipe cleaners
Wires

Some kinds of looms:

Paper
Potholder
Cardboard
Boxes
Drinking straws
Table
Tapestry
Stick
Circular

Stitching and Sewing

Sewing puts two pieces together, stitching is decorating—drawing with a needle. Because sewing requires more complex skills, it is best to begin with simple stitching. Beginners can stitch on a piece of Styrofoam, burlap or other loosely woven cloth. Basic instruction for independent work includes:

Threading a needle
Tying knots
Pulling out mistakes
Controlling the length of the stitches

Beginners can sew a burlap pocket, which can lead to soft sculpture and pillows.

OPENING CENTERS

ART HISTORY

CLAY

COLLAGE

DIGITAL ARTS

DRAWING

FIBER ARTS

MASKMAKING

PAINTING

PRINTMAKING

SCULPTURE

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FIBER ARTS DEMOS