Introduction to Prehistoric Textiles
An Introduction to Prehistoric Textiles
We will start by exploring the evidence for prehistoric textiles and discussing the challenges of reconstructing techniques where so much of the original material has not survived. We will then use this inspiration to help us explore different types of cordage in flax and lime bast, splicing vs spinning, and looped, braided and twined textiles.
You will also make an antler needle (from naturally shed antler) using flint tools to take home and will usually have the opportunity to either begin a larger project to continue later or make a number of sample swatches using a range of techniques.
All materials supplied.
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An Introduction to Prehistoric Textiles
We will start by exploring the evidence for prehistoric textiles and discussing the challenges of reconstructing techniques where so much of the original material has not survived. We will then use this inspiration to help us explore different types of cordage in flax and lime bast, splicing vs spinning, and looped, braided and twined textiles.
You will also make an antler needle (from naturally shed antler) using flint tools to take home and will usually have the opportunity to either begin a larger project to continue later or make a number of sample swatches using a range of techniques.
All materials supplied.
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