Creative Design: Professional

Cast On Cast Off II

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Abstract

The art of knitting using precise machinery to bind individual threads into a single entity cannot be learned alone. To enhance my professional works, I sought an opportunity to learn machine knitting. I also learned to knit cords using six-needle cord knitting machine. After returning to my own institution, the lack of knitting equipment posed a challenge for my practicing, progressing, and perfecting of the techniques I learned. Nevertheless, I undertook the challenge and utilized my new understanding in knitting. The purpose of the design was to create a cocktail dress using an unconventional material - specifically yarn. The dress features bias drapes of yellow and blue ottoman stitch pieces with a blue all-knit piece and red cords strap forming a knot with tassels on the back. The yarn colors were selected for the contrast effect. The content of yarns is 100% acrylic with characteristics of durability, easy care, and softness.

Keywords: zero-waste, hand-stitching, draping, Knitting

How to Cite:

Chang, L. A., (2020) “Cast On Cast Off II”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 77(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/itaa.11974