Courses
from May 18 2020 to May 22 2020
Carpet weaving - level 1
Notions of history, use and technique relating to carpet-making. Course I: Basic level
course length: 35 hours | 9 am - 5 pm
total cost: € 640,00
Course I: Basic level
Course provided in italian language only
- Notions of history, use and technique relating to carpet-making.
- Production of a small tablet-woven carpet, making use of the basic techniques and relative weave effects: replacement of broken warps, symmetrical and asymmetrical knots, and the kilim and soumak techniques.
How to enroll for Carpet weaving - level 1
Applications are closed at the moment for this course.
Training vouchers are available, which can be requested from the Tuscany Region:
Faculties
Simona Lombardi
A restorer with expertise in a wide range of textile arts. Her work at Fondazione Lisio includes teaching of tapestry, rug/ carpet and fabric weaving and restoration...
Adele Olivieri
Textile conservator-restorer specialized in all areas of the textile field. Expert in tapestry and carpet restoration techniques, she has also supported creative weaving courses. She creates tapestries using a high-warp loom.
