• Thurs 27 March 10am - 12pm
• Thurs 3 April 10am - 12pm
   

This class is suitable for beginners and those with some experience

An Introduction to Twining (Part Three) is the last of a linked series of three, two-part classes. In this final part you will focus on form and how it can be developed with the addition and subtraction of warps. With the first two courses (Part One and Part Two) looking at the basics of twining, followed by bases and borders, this part will allow more freedom and flow in working towards the making of organic forms.

Week one will begin with a discussion about why warps might need to be inserted using examples from Mary’s sketchbox. Mary will demonstrate three different methods of inserting double warps and then single warps. You will be invited to join in, or watch, as Mary makes a warp sample for addition to your sketchbox. This will include top tips on how to add in easily and correctly. Removing warps will then be covered and an alternative to adding in, if you are wanting a denser weave.

In week two we will discuss the how and when to add or subtract warps, and how to achieve an asymmetric/ symmetric form. As before, Mary will work online to make a pod (a pod being a rounded form with an opening) with inserted warps. This can be watched or you could join in. Finally, Mary will demonstrate how to create slits, openings and points by reversing the twining and subtracting warps.

If you have followed Parts One, Two, & Three you should have the skills to be able to work independently to design and make your own pods, with a range of bases, borders, forms with the addition of two simple patterns. A sketchbox full of samples will provide a resource for future ideas.