See the similarity in texture and depth?
The ad describes it as crochet but it doesn't resemble any type of crochet I've seen or read instructions for. I'd think it was woven on a frame and knotted except that the threads lie in stacked bands rather than bunches and the connection points are level with the rest of the surface rather than dipping in. If you happen to know the name of this technique please share!
Hexagonal lap loom. http://www.lapweaving.info/
ReplyDeleteAndhere's a tutorial on making your own loom with some nails and a picture frame http://cultofcrochet.wordpress.com/2011/08/10/experiments-with-a-lap-loom/
ReplyDeleteAh, Hastings! My very own font of knowledge!
ReplyDeleteThank you :)
I think double weave is a more likely choice for the creation of a replica, but much of the *feel* could be approximated with this lap loom technique...hmmm
Very cool!
The lap loom would probably end up being more like what the original garment was, as represented in the portrait.
ReplyDeleteHowever, in the interest of answering your first question RE: Crochet stitch (and to sate my crocheting lust)....it's called "Punto Stella" - basically a modified puff stitch, done in the shape of a star (hence...."Stella")
Here's a tutorial with great pictures, in Italian.....Google translate kind of mangles the instructions, but if you're familiar with crochet, you'll be able to figure it out.
http://simobre.wordpress.com/2012/04/21/punto-stella-alluncinetto-foto-tutorial/
Also super cool, Thanks!
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