Rope Reworked. Inspiration

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1 Rope Reworked Inspiration Samuel & Sons Designers and brands explore ropework in fresh ways, influenced by the revival in the craft scene crossing the boundaries between art and design

Overview Craft and DIY continue to enjoy a revival across

consumers' craving to bring a personal and authentic touch

and varied fibres are worked in designs that mix materials,

2 Overview Craft and DIY continue to enjoy a revival across all fields, from art to interiors decor, driven by consumers' craving to bring a personal and authentic touch to their spaces Intricate hand-manipulations with rope, cord and varied fibres are worked in designs that mix materials, techniques and textures The focus on reusing and upcycling discarded materials is important. Natural fibres remain a strong staple for this direction Valentina Hoyos The Arcade SerpentSea HIMOART

Modern Macramé Hettler Tullmann Macro Macramé

Mantzalin Macramé and fibrous knotting techniques

vintage craft revival, as spotted at Maison et

Rustic wools, twine and cord are manipulated into

hand-dyed onto cotton warps, and mount wall

3 Modern Macramé Hettler Tullmann Macro Macramé Macro Macramé Madam Stoltz Lene Bjerre Zuiver Mantzalin Macramé and fibrous knotting techniques are inspiring designers as they continue the vintage craft revival, as spotted at Maison et Objet. Rustic wools, twine and cord are manipulated into repeat and free-flowing patterns across cushions, furniture and lighting. Macro Macramé's knot geometric patterns are hand-dyed onto cotton warps, and mount wall hangings on branches and twigs. Macramé can also double as upholstery for seating and furniture, delivering a fresh and homely mood for interiors.

Natural Geos Pretziada Felice The Black Steel

True North Textiles Designers weave and wrap

decorative accessories using wools, lines and

a more rustic and craft-oriented direction.

4 Natural Geos Pretziada Felice The Black Pamela E Becker CB2 True North Textiles Designers weave and wrap intricate geometric arrangements into rugs and decorative accessories using wools, lines and natural fibres, leading this pattern trend in a more rustic and craft-oriented direction. The Black Steel uses techniques such as twisting and twining ropes around lamp frameworks, softening the caged look and creating a 3D effect. Earthy palettes and textural approaches enhance natural fibres, blending indoors and outdoors.

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ste d eliv er fr esh a nd colour ful d esig n.

second life, colla b or a ting w ith fa b r ic ma

a nd w ea v es them into colour ful r ug s.

5 Multicolour Layers Gan Rugs Paola Lenti Calma House Label/Breed Lost Cowboys Pa p er a nd synthetic fib r es a r e d econstr ucted a nd r efa shioned in comp elling p a tter n config ur a tions. Up cycled a nd r ecycled textile a nd p a p er w a ste d eliv er fr esh a nd colour ful d esig n. S imone Post' s w or k focuses on ma ter ia ls' second life, colla b or a ting w ith fa b r ic ma nufa ctur er s such a s Vlisco to r efa shion offcuts into new d esig ns. S er p ents ea r ecla ims chunky sa iling r op es a nd w ea v es them into colour ful r ug s. B r ig ht cor d in the na tur a l-hued w ea v e ca n b e a simp ler w a y to d eliv er the v ib r a nt la yer ed effect.

6 Transparent Interlace Lenore G Tawney Foundation Woodnotes Frédérique Breuillé Shades of Light La Ribbons Now's Home The Arcade Ernesto Neto Designers and artists use thin layers of delicate yarns and natural threads to play with notions of light and space to construct intricate materials. Tactile nets and openworks appear tied together, often looped, crocheted or loosely knitted to create semi-transparent effects, ideal for lightweight lampshades and rustic trimmings. Inspiration comes from artists such as Ernesto Neto's fabric sculptures, which are web-like and immersive.

7 Rough Yet Smooth The Arcade The Arcade The Arcade Weavemanila Samuel & Sons Decorator's Notebook The Rug Maker Weavemanila Materiality is explored by simple flat weaves and smooth textures that are linked together to create textures and patterns that look smooth, but have an intricate play on depth and reliefs. Stripes and checks create graphic patterns layered with one another, while The Rug Maker combines wool, cotton and paper yarn in innovative flooring surfaces that are ideal for interiors and outdoors alike.

Raw Appeal Abigail Barnes Madam Stoltz Susan

Bjerre Andrea Cook Interiors Snurk Rope,

hand-manipulated, knotted and woven, as they

feature cord crafted from various fabric

8 Raw Appeal Abigail Barnes Madam Stoltz Susan Beallor-Snyder Biasol Design Studio Lene Bjerre Andrea Cook Interiors Snurk Rope, twine and velours are ripped, hand-manipulated, knotted and woven, as they roughly loop into one another evoking a rustic appearance. An upcycled element is key, as soft goods feature cord crafted from various fabric scraps and the presence of silk elevates the look by mixing with rougher fibres. Classic nautical rope comes to interiors as a wall structure or simple decor such as curtain ties, while for a more marketable take on this direction, digital printing mimics straw and rope weaves on textiles.

9 Chunky & Cosy Serena & Lily Sally England Arcade Macro Macramé Ahuana Pasion Textil Dani Marti Katarina Lees Oversized and thick ropes and cords are used to create pieces that speak of comfort and cosiness. A soft hand is important to deliver this soothing effect, as weaves and knits grow chunkier and move from accessories to statement decorative pieces. Fibre artist Sally England uses jumbo ropes and cords to create unconventional formats for wall tapestries and hangings. For mainstream application, cushions, throws and rugs remain key products.

10 Related Reports Crafted Interiors Pulling Strings Tactile Design Rustic Weaves Extreme Texture Rugs Creative Surfacework Sustainable Textiles

Subject: Fabric studies. Unit 5 - Other textile fabrics. Quadrant 1 e-text

Subject: Fabric studies. Unit 5 - Other textile fabrics. Quadrant 1 e-text Subject: Fabric studies Unit 5 - Other textile fabrics Quadrant 1 e-text Learning Objectives The learning objectives of this unit are: Understand fabrics made from fibres and yarns. Understand composite