Topic outline

  • Introduction:

    • Perfilage is a technique used in tapestry weaving to join two areas of different colors in a way that balances visibility and blending. This technique is particularly useful for creating smooth transitions between color blocks or managing areas where different colors meet.

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  • The various Perfilage:

    • Simple Perfilage:
      To be used when linking two areas of similar color or intensity.

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      Linking Areas with Different Wool Thicknesses      :
      When connecting two zones made of wool of different thicknesses, you should introduce the thinner wool into the thicker wool zone, not the other way around. Otherwise, the overlap will almost disappear when the next half-pass is woven.
◄Steps for Perfilage:
►Graphical Effects of the Perfilage: