Preferences of Co-Designed Cultural Textile Products from Guatemala and Peru

Carol Engel-Enright; Carole Makela; Nancy J. Miller

Design and Product Development

Preferences of Co-Designed Cultural Textile Products from Guatemala and Peru

Authors: Carol Engel-Enright (Colorado State University) , Carole Makela (Colorado State University) , Nancy J. Miller (Colorado State University)

Abstract

This research involves working with fair-trade weaving groups in Guatemala and Peru. Artisan textiles were co-designed with contemporary color palettes and layouts for backstrap weaving with U.S. designers. Co-design has been integrated into the textile design process in this study through pictures and technical diagrams. The textiles were then incorporated into modern silhouettes of apparel and home décor.

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How to Cite: Engel-Enright, C. , Makela, C. & Miller, N. J. (2015) “Preferences of Co-Designed Cultural Textile Products from Guatemala and Peru”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings. 72(1).