Fibers - Prerequisite: Art & Design
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 0.5
This course applied the elements and principles of art to the study of fibers. Projects include bookmaking, papermaking, crocheting/knitting, weaving, surface design/ creative painting techniques, and dye processes.
Project instructions including handouts and project sample photos are attached in Tigervew. To access the documents, click on the title of the assignment.
Helpful links:
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Bead Weaving Links:
- http://www.beadshop.com/collections/tribal-nights
- http://www.fusionbeads.com/Basic-Beading-on-a-Loom
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Crochet Links:
- http://www.hopefulhoney.com/2014/06/how-to-crochet-for-beginners.html
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAxGTnVNJiE
- http://www.andsewwecraft.com/2013/08/crochet-along-lets-start/
Remember if you choose to purchase your own yarn, you must use
Medium (4) sized yarn. We will use a "I" hook. I recommend purchasing
"soft" yarns like Caron Simply Soft or Red Heart Soft. Purchase two
skeins to ensure that you have enough yarn for the project.
