The reason why I chose flowers as my theme was because i wanted a theme that comprises a lot of colours and have a lot of variation and variety that allows me to explore using the different methods. I found that flower fit in perfectly with what i wanted. The vibrant colours paired together with […]
Resin
What is this technique? Resin is a solid or highly viscous substance of plant or synthetic origin that is typically convertible into polymers which becomes a solid. Reflections: This is not easy to work with at all. One of the containers I used actually deformed due to the heat involved. The effect however is very mesmerising […]
Latex
What is this technique? Synthetic is inspired by natural latex which is a milky fluid found in many plants, such as poppies and spurges, which exudes when the plant is cut and coagulates on exposure to the air. Reflections: This method is really cool and fun. However, it is quite difficult to mix the […]
Knitting
What is this technique? Knitting is the construction of an elastic, porous fabric, created by interlocking yarns by means of needles. Reflection: This method is very relaxing and addictive. There are so many different types of knitting to be explored on the internet. I really look forward to doing more knitting in the future. […]
Bleaching
What is this technique? Bleaching is the removal of pigments in coloured fabric. Reflections: I really love this method as it is so effortless but the effect created is so mesmerising. We are able to create so many different patterns by folding the fabrics into different shapes. Application:
Fiber Etching
What is this technique? Fiber etching removes natural fibres from fabrics leaving synthetic fibres behind. Step 1:Pour out the etching liquid onto the silk screen Step 2: Print the design using a silk screen Step 3: After drying for 24 hours, wash the velvet to reveal the etched design. Reflections: This […]
Thermochromic Printing
What is this technique? Thermochromic inks or dyes are temperature sensitive compounds, developed in the 1970s, that temporarily change color with exposure to heat. Step 1: Mix the Beta base with the thermochromic powder If you want a base colour mix acrylic paint with the base Step 2: Print the design using a silk screen […]
Manipulation of Fabric (Smocking, Elastic)
For the round smocking, Step 1: Cut fabric into circles Step 2: Sew the edge of the circle with a loose thread Step 3: Push all the fabric to the start of the stitch to form a dumpling-shaped piece Reflections: Smocking is quite interesting as it creates patterns with merely a few stitches however, […]
Applique
What is this technique? Appliqué is ornamental needlework in which pieces of fabric in different shapes and patterns are sewn or stuck onto a larger piece to form a picture or pattern. Reflections: I had some trouble with this method as I wanted to sew fabrics that were rounder in shape but it was not […]