Discharge Printing Techniques for Textiles
A course by Agave (Micaela Suide) , Specialized Textile Design Studio
Learn different methods for customizing colorful textile pieces using natural fibers like linen and cotton, and let the fabric speak for itself
Learn different methods for customizing colorful textile pieces using natural fibers like linen and cotton, and let the fabric speak for itself
Want to create your own handcrafted prints inspired by some of the biggest names in art? In this online course, designer Micaela Suide—founder of the brand AGAVE—shows you how to experiment with textiles using discharge printing techniques.
Micaela teaches you a range of different methods for painting designs on fabric and giving your garments that extra special touch. Channeling inspiration from the work of great artists like Rothko, Matisse, Max Ernst, and Pollock, create your own sampler of textile techniques and see the array of media to which they can be applied for outstanding results.
What will you learn in this online course?
12 lessons & 22 downloads
- 88% positive reviews (60)
- 1,649 students
- 12 lessons (1h 51m)
- 22 additional resources (5 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create a textile print sampler using the discharge printing technique.
Who is this online course for?
Anyone who wants to explore the world of textile printing.
Requirements and materials
No prior knowledge is needed to take this course.
As for materials, you need fabrics made from natural fibers with discharge color, base, and powder, pigments, a heat gun (dryer or iron), silicone transfer paper, a mask, and gloves.
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A course by Agave (Micaela Suide)
Created in 2015 by Argentine designer Micaela Suide, AGAVE's mission is to give textile craftsmanship a new lease of life by developing handcrafted prints that can be applied to a huge variety of products of differing scales.
They currently collaborate with publishers, furniture designers, architects, and local fashion stores. They sell their products in countries throughout Latin America, the United States, Denmark, and Australia. AGAVE has a strong social commitment through their teaching work and environmentally responsible approach.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
First Steps
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What Is Corrosion
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Materials
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Fabrics
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U3
The Basics of the Sample
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Roller Expressionism
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Soft Geometries with the Use of Paper Tapes
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Frottage
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U4
The Sample Book: Three Techniques
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Degradés or Broken Inkwell
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Stencils with Figures
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Fluff Up
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Final Sample and Applications
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FP
Final project
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Discharge Printing Techniques for Textiles
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I love it, thank you!
primoscintillio
Nice! I liked the art references very much.
alepar10
Si, muy bien explicado,todo muy claro, me gustó mucho,me encantaría conectar con la profesora para algunas dudas
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barpais12
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