Coiling is a long established basketry process in which the material that forms the foundation is stitched together with flexible element called binder. A lot of cultures have made and used coiled baskets for centuries.
Coiling can strengthens the fabric so it can be twisted and manipulated to produce 3D forms.
Wrapping Fabric With Thread
- Cut a length of fabric roughly 30cm in length
- choose a thread that is not too fine
- Lay about 30mm of the wrapping of the thread along the end of the fabric and starts wrapping firmly over the fabric. You can also add wires so that you could be able to bend the fabric or just do not add any wire as it could be easier to glue easily if you are forming a shape.
- To finish off tie the end of the wrapping thread to secure
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Remember!!
It is easier to work with series of short lengths of fabric then graft them together as the stitching progresses. If the lengths are too long the wrapping threads become tangled.
Steamer Health And Safety
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Remember!!
It is easier to work with series of short lengths of fabric then graft them together as the stitching progresses. If the lengths are too long the wrapping threads become tangled.
Steamer Health And Safety
- Clear work area where steamer is situated
- Fill bottom reservoir with water between 'min; and 'max' levels
- Replace containers with lid
- Turn on at the mains and set timer for desired length(about 20 mins. Usually 'sufficient' for fabric}.
- Remove fabric with tongs or other suitable implement-NOT FINGERS!
- Be aware items that have been wrapped may be very hot. Leave sample to cool down before removing wrapped objects
Hot textile health and safety
Work in a well ventilated room
Hold heat gun 25mm away from materials
When distressing materials using a heat gun, make sure you work a till or piece of glass
Keep hands away from materials When using the heat gun
Use a metal tool to hold the material when working with the heat gun
When distressing materials using the irons, make sure the material is placed between two sheets of parchment paper
Let materials cool before handling
Heat Press Health and Safety
Ensure heat press is clear from obstruction
Do not leave the press unattended, someone must be in the room at all times
Take care when removing Items from the press, as covers are very hot
Do not wear loose clothing when operating the press
Ensure others are clear of moving parts
Turn press off by switch and socket when finished
Remember to switch press on at the mains and the green switch on the left of the machine.
Set temperature between 160-180 degrees.
Always sandwich works between two silicon
Never use any sharp objects under the plate.
use top handle to clamp down, simultaneously pull the small black knows to the left. Lift handle and release black knob again when counter beeps.
