Metal Cloth to the Max
Explore the possibilities of metal cloth for contemporary textile practice.
Duration
2 to 8 days
Materials and techniques
metal fabric, wire, heat distressable fabrics, hand and machine stitch
Skill Level
Outcome
Basic hand stitching
Explore and create a project
Used industrially produced fine cloths woven from pure metals in copper, bronze, brass and stainless steel. Learn ideas and techniques in this practical and productive course.
You will take advantage of their manipulability, translucence, structural qualities and stitchability to investigate possibilities for hangings and sculptures (both in- and out-door), for practical and artistic wearables, for adornments and jewellery.
Add colour, use inventive applique techniques; address structural uses; use soluble fabrics, chiffons, fibres and stitch techniques for construction and surface decoration.
By the end of the course you will have a sample book with ideas to make your own pieces either complete or in progress.
