#jacquard loom

[springweaver]

Guys there was a really big jacquard loom in the museum on my trip!!! Look at her!!

So pretty!! I also got some closeups here

Finding old looms during random museum trips is always a highlight c:

[drugsforaddicts]

More fish for those who care :F

[tiuhtaviuhta]

You can't really see what's going on with this photo but I just wanted you to know that my brain is very big and some very hard thinking had to happen to create these simple looking test samples.

[sarkopterygia]

[aldiraweavetech]

Jacquard Loom Machine - 3 Fabrics & Its Importance In Various Industries

What is a Jacquard Loom Machine?

The Jacquard Loom Machine is a device fitted to a loom that simplifies the process of manufacturing textiles with such complex patterns as brocade, damask, and matelasse. It is known as one of the most advanced weaving machines around the globe.

A jacquard textile machine is used to weave the type of fabric known as a Jacquard. They were created in 1804 by the french engineer and silk manufacturer Joseph Marie Jacquard. It is capable of producing complex patterns on fabric through the use of punched cards. Plain, satin, velvet, and lace are the fabrics that were woven with the jacquard textile machine. There is an increase in the application of this technology in recent decades.

Let’s discuss the fabrics and how jacquard loom machines are used in various industries.

Brocade:

Brocade is a class of richly decorative subtle-woven fabrics, often made in colored silks and sometimes with gold and silver threads. One of the most popular machines used for weaving brocades is the computer jacquard machine. Brocade has patterns that can be woven right into the fabric as opposed to embroidered fabrics. It is additionally known as embossed cloth. Earlier, brocade was formerly used for decorative clothing, although now, it is used widely.

Where is the Brocade fabric used?

Homeware: Curtains and heavy silk drapes

Accessories: Tie, pocket squares, pillows

Furniture: Ornamental Chairs with brocade cushions and sofas with brocade patterns

Damask:

Damask is a type of fabric characterized by its flat and reversible pattern. It is typically made of silk, cotton, or synthetic fibers and is often used for table linens, upholstery, and clothing. The pattern is created by weaving the warp and weft threads of different colors in a specific manner to create a reversible design. The name “damask” originates from the city of Damascus in Syria, where the fabric was first produced.

Where are Damask fabrics used?

Apparels:

Damask is essentially used for evening wear, jackets, and other stuff clothing items that are meant to be somewhat weather-resistant.

Accessories:

Scarves, handbags, and luggage are some of the common uses of damask in everyday wear.

Decor:

Damask is regularly used in upholstery for home decor. Damask can sometimes be seen on light rugs as well.

Additionally, Damask is used in a wide variety of products, including wallpapers and suitcases, including fabrics with a damask-inspired pattern. Other frequent plastic accessories with damask designs include glass cases, laptop cases, phone cases, and many other plastic accessories.

Matelasse Fabric Matelasse is a type of fabric with a raised, quilted surface resembling a woven basket. The word "matelasse" comes from the French term for "quilted." It is usually made of cotton or silk and is often used for bedspreads, curtains, and upholstery. Matelasse fabric is characterized by its intricate patterns and soft, plush feel.  An interesting fact is that in the sewing industry, a “figured fabric” is an example of what is known as a Matelasse Fabric. This fabric has a complicated weave structure. It is manufactured using cotton, silk, or rayon. The fabric has a flexible surface with a quilted appearance, additionally, the fabric is opaque in appearance.

Where is Matelasse Fabric used?

Home Furnishing:

Curtains, bedsheets, pillowcases, bed skirts, cushion covers, etc.

Computerized Jacquard Loom is the best fabric weaver as it can carry out any weave pattern and produce endless fabrics. It started the manufacturing and consumerism industrial revolutions. Due to the demand for simple, minimal, and adaptable fabrics, there is a considerable increase in favor of industrial looms among designers and apparel firms.

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Original Source: https://weavetech.com/blog-detail/30/jacquard-loom-machine---3-fabrics-its-importa/

[professorpski]

Woven, Not Printed: A Paisley Shawl from 19th Century Paris

Earlier this week, I was admiring the many beautiful printed designs on silk and rayon scarves offered up in the book Scarves. They were printed designs and for some reason when I saw this long shawl on 1st Dibs, I assumed it was printed too. How else could they have used so many colors in so many intricate patterns? The answer is a jacquard loom using 8 different colors. See the last image for the back side of this shawl where the non-dominant colored threads are hidden behind.

They date it to around 1860, so from the Second French Empire. Paisley patterns, borrowed from India, were already fashionable then. While we often see stoles of 6 feet in length and a foot and a half in width today, this one is a whopping size. Almost 5 feet wide and more than 10 feet long. So long that you wonder if anyone actually wore it-- I know I would feel swamped by it, even if it is indeed thin--or if it was used to drape over a sofa instead.

You can find it here: https://www.1stdibs.com/fashion/clothing/coats-outerwear/long-french-paisley-shawl-polychrome-center-circa-1860/id-v_6601412/

[lucasartres]

Chris Fraser. Filament. 2018.

[juliastreou]

Last week I got back from the 18th European Textile Network Conference in Borås, Sweden. It was an incredibly inspiring trip full of talks and exhibitions about weaving, fashion and textiles. Here are some photos of various types of looms, from ancient hand looms to huge industrial Jacquard looms. During the 19th century the textile industry grew large in Borås and now even though the production has been moved to countries with cheap labour force, it has one of the best Fashion and Textiles schools in the world. For anyone considering studying this is a great option (and free, no tuition fees)! Another positive aspect of the school is that it emphasises industry projects so students work on a variety of projects for businesses around the world before they even graduate. Part of me wanted to stay and study there as the atmosphere and facilities are very stimulating. But now I am back to my ancient looms in Kaimakli trying to channel all the inspiration I got from Borås :)