1- 1 1/2 Hour Lectures

Amigas Virtuosas CoatHGA DESIGNERS' FASHION CHALLENGE 2008

This presentation documents the year long process of designing and executing a runway ensemble for the 2008 Convergence in Tampa Bay.  Designers Daryl Lancaster and Loretta Dian Phipps were two of the six designers selected to participate in this challenge by the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc.  They were paired up, given yarn in vibrant tropical colors, and given a year to come up with their creation.  Using the loom, the dressform, the sewing machine, and adding beads, quilted silk and handmade felt, the pair of designers created a show stopping coat and dress.  NOTE: This presentation can be purchased as a CD and viewed by guilds and organizations without having Daryl present. For more information please visit my eShop.

Forest FirePARALLEL THREADS THAT PARALLEL LIFE

Daryl Lancaster, artist, teacher, hand-weaver, writer, and professional dressmaker/designer with over 40 years experience will be discussing her views and her perspective on hand-woven clothing, recycled experiences and the creative process.  Daryl will talk about her adventurous journey over the years with hand-woven clothing showing images and samples of her fabrics and garments. Prospectus

 

Color PaletteCOLOR and INSPIRATION

Translate color and inspiration into something wearable!  Based on the Color/Fabric Forecast Column from Handwoven Magazine, participants will learn how to experiment with palettes based on mood and theme using photos for inspiration and will see illustrations of how to translate them into handwoven fabrics and ultimately a garment. Prospectus

Goddess CabaretGREAT GARMENTS FROM HANDWOVEN CLOTH

Daryl Lancaster will be presenting a lecture covering sett choices, finishing fabric, color and inspiration, and basic techniques for sewing with handwoven fabrics.  It is a whirlwind lecture, hold on to your seats! Prospectus

 

Big SisterINLAID TRANSPARENCY: THE MOORMAN TECHNIQUE

Explore the tapestry technique highlighted in Theo Moorman’s book, Weaving as an Art Form.  This simple technique of inlay on a plain weave ground can be done on any basic 4 shaft loom.  Daryl uses this technique for her current body of artwork. PowerPoint presentation. Prospectus
 

 

PostcardsLEFTOVERS AGAIN? WHAT TO DO WITH LEFTOVER HANDWOVEN FABRIC

Explore and experience creative ways to use every precious bit of hand-woven scrap.  Some techniques require sewing, some a hot glue gun.  Some ideas become great garments, some can be sent through the mail!  Learn how to use some of the fusibles and stabilizers available, and learn to look at everything from old work, to the smallest scrap as an exciting new raw material.Prospectus



Cocoon(GREAT FOR CONFERENCES!) A SEWER'S PERSPECTIVE:
INSTRUCTIONAL TOUR OF THE JURIED FASHION SHOW 

        An interactive exploration behind the “seams” of the garments from the Fashion Show.  Experience a technical critique of the inside finishing techniques as well as the outside appearance, and fit.  This kind of experience provides the participants with many ideas for finishing, what works and what doesn’t.  A terrific “behind the seams” look allowing participants to view first hand, some of the choices used by experienced fiber artists. Prospectus
(If there is no conference fashion show, this seminar can be done using garments provided by the participants. Depending on the number of garments, consider doing this as a 2 Hour Lecture)

Fabric“THOU SHALT WASH THY FABRIC WHEN IT COMES OFF THE LOOM” and other basic principles of handweaving

Explore the possibilities of handwoven yardage,  fiber, texture, sett, how much to weave, sampling and finishing will be covered.  Think of the washing machine and/or dryer as a critical part of the design “team”.  Learn how to sample on the actual yardage. Lots of ‘before’ and ‘after’ samples to explore.Prospectus