Tapestry Weaving in a High-Warp Loom
A course by María Malatrama , Textile Artist
Learn how to weave a decorative tapestry from scratch by combining different types of shapes, fabrics, and textures
If you want to learn how to weave with your own hands and explore the power of threads and colors, textile artist María Hernández is the right person to guide you through this adventure. As the creator of the Malatrama brand, María seeks to continue a millennial tradition of loom weaving, creating exclusive decorative pieces with natural fibers.
In this course, learn all the steps to weave your own tapestry, starting with the basic concepts of the high-warp loom, the creation of the design, the practice of the stitches, and the finishing touches. By the end, you will have explored everything you need to know about this traditional weaving technique to be able to create a 100% handmade decorative piece.
What will you learn in this online course?
19 lessons & 11 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (222)
- 3,641 students
- 19 lessons (2h 56m)
- 11 additional resources (8 files)
- Online and at your own pace
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- Audio: Spanish, German, English, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Indonesian · Romanian
- Level: Beginner
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What is this course's project?
Create a handcrafted tapestry with an embossed design, in which you will explore the basic geometric shapes using different types of fabrics and textures.
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Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone interested in handicrafts who wishes to discover the world of textile art and experience this relaxing and pleasant craft.
Requirements and materials
To take this course you do not need any previous knowledge. In case you already have experience in this craft, you can take advantage of this course to discover new ideas and complement your knowledge.
As for materials, you will need a weaving frame (it can be a homemade one), wool or fibers to knit, cotton thread, a comb, wool needles, scissors, paper, a pencil, glue, and a piece of cardboard.
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María Malatrama
A course by María Malatrama
Textile artist María Hernández has always been very fond of everything handmade. Her passion for handcrafted work took shape and color when, in 2015, she learned about weaving tapestries with a comb loom.
Little by little, her creations and techniques became her profession and, in 2019, she decided to show the world her creative contribution to textile art with the birth of her own brand, Malatrama.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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What will we do in the course?
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U2
Tools, materials and basics
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Main tools
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Knowing the fibers
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Basic concepts
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Types of ligaments
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Types of textures
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U3
We start our tapestry
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Tapestry design
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Choice of color palette
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The base of the tapestry 1
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The base of the tapestry 2
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Weaving the central motif of tapestry 1
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Weaving the central motif of tapestry 2
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Circles with volume 1
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Circles with volume 2
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U4
Finishing our tapestry
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Completion and finishing of tapestry 1
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Completion and finishing of tapestry 2
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Various applications and final tips
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FP
Final project
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Tapestry Weaving in a High-Warp Loom
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FAQs
High-warp loom weaving is a textile technique that uses a vertical loom to create decorative tapestries. It allows you to craft unique pieces with textures and reliefs, perfect for wall art and functional objects.
The course is designed for people with basic weaving or crafting knowledge, but no expert skills are required. Step-by-step techniques are taught for those wanting to deepen their skills or start in artisanal tapestry.
You’ll need a frame (homemade or purchased), wool and cotton threads, a wool needle, a comb, a wooden stick, plant-based and synthetic fibers, scissors, and optionally materials for natural dyeing and embroidery.
You’ll learn how to build a frame, set up the warp, weave techniques like plain weave and Turkish knot, combine materials, dye fibers, create reliefs, design geometric tapestries, and apply professional finishing touches.
The course walks you through building a cardboard frame step-by-step, including cutting, assembling, and reinforcing, so you can start weaving without expensive tools.
You can use wool, cotton, linen, plant fibers like jute or banana, and mix synthetic fibers for unique effects. The course teaches how to select and combine materials based on your design.
Yes, you’ll learn basic natural dyeing techniques to personalize threads and fibers using accessible materials and home methods to achieve unique colors in your tapestries.
Kurs bardzo uporządkowany pod względem tłumaczenia tkania od strony technicznej jak i inspiracja do tworzenia następnych makatek.
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Excelente curso, me encanto, estoy feliz con el aprendizaje