Project #2
Journals/ Paper Weaving
Please get out a piece of paper and something to write with!
LOOM: A frame (or machine) on
which the weaving is done
VerticalPosition when it is aligned in an
“up-down” direction
Horizontal
Position when it is aligned in an “left to right” direction, or parallel
to the horizon
WARPThe lengthwise threads in a woven fabric. Warp threads
are strung on the loom before weaving begins.
WEFTThe horizontal threads
which are woven across the warp. (WEFT and
WARP threads are interlaced in weaving)
SHUTTLE
The stick or boat like container which holds
the WEFT threads.
Pattern
A design or motif that is regularly repeated
Craftsmanship
Having pride & respect in your work that you do
MotifA distinctive and recurring
form, shape, figure, etc…in a design
How the project will be GRADED…JOURNALS/Paper Weaving
Product (Contents):• Create a personal journal by paper
weaving 2 sides a front and back of a journal
• Must paper weave both sides of the journal - in which you may use the same technique or a different technique for each side
• Must be trimmed with no frayed pieces showing
Process (Craftsmanship):• Journal must be stapled with 2 top staples or 2
side staples in a neat and organized manner…
• Include a cover and a back• Contains at least 25 sheets of paper• Must look clean, neat, and organized
Studio time:• Stayed on task • Worked continuously throughout the class period• Clean-up PUT SUPPLIES AWAY WHERE THEY
GO!• Make up any missed days: That means excused
or unexcused, 3 tardies = 1 absence