Textile Framing
In this textile framing course, through hands-on instruction, students will learn a wide range of techniques and skills necessary to conserve and display a variety of textile-based art. This module is intended for those who are already experienced in the use of framing and mount cutting equipment.
Course Overview
- Textile identification and problem solving at the design desk
- Understanding the right materials to use for methods of support
- Methods of support discussion – including
- lacing
- pinning
- tight fit
- Newberry method
- light sew support
- full sew support
- magnets
- Dealing with clothing and 3D textile items
- Handling delicate fabrics
- Storage prior to framing
- Different glazing options, how to give advice and recommendations
- Framing options
- spacing
- slips
- the importance of having enough room to present the fabric item correctly
- Practical application
- lacing
- pinning
- tight fit
- Newberry method
- light sew support
- full sew support
- Q & A
What you need to know
This course is available in: All locations.
Courses are available throughout the year, and are arranged between you and your chosen trainer.
Course Times – 9:30am – 4:30pm including breaks.
Bring with you: a notebook & pencil, items of textile art that you wish to discuss, any other preferred small tools and your lunch.
Cost: £525 inclusive of VAT where applicable.
The course is designed to be delivered on a one-to-one basis. Subject to agreement, a second person from the same business can attend at a supplement of 50%.