Kente Cloth Designs
Objectives:
I can demonstrate the ability to create repeated patterns that reflect the cultural ideas behind the Kente Cloth
I can demonstrate the ability to recognize a Kente Cloth and understand its history and meaning
I can demonstrate the ability to weave using the over/under method
I can understand the meaning behind my color choices
I can demonstrate the ability to add contrast to my line designs that are added to my work
Vocabulary:
Design- repeating patterns to create an overall desired effect
Ghana- a country in Africa
Kente Cloth- handwoven cloth strips of cotton and silk; Kente means "basket" and refers to the basket type weave of the cloth; the designs and colors have special meaning significant to the wearer
Pattern- Repeating at least two elements such as lines, shapes, colors, forms, etc.
Repetition- Repeating something over and over again to create a pattern.
Warp- the piece that you weave into
Weft- what you weave with; what is woven into the warp
Weave- a method to interconnect two pieces of material, usually completed in an over/under pattern
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