Modern Morocco

  • Francesca Lyle

A collection of fabric samples based on traditional Moroccan Design involving modern techniques to create innovative, heavily embellished surface patterns. Main techniques used in this project include: CAD Embroidery, Laser Cutting, Beadwork, Reverse Appliqué and Digital Print. The aim was to create a coherent selection of fabrics that well represent the beautiful intricacy found within Moroccan Architecture and Textiles. The hand created aspects reflect the incredible craftsmanship behind elaborate Moroccan arts.

CAD embroidered tile effect with hand beading and edging detail
Interior visualisations as cushion covers with tassle and textured ribbon edging detail.
Reverse applique CAD embroidery placement design on white cotton fabric.
Photoshop visualisation for digital design and CAD embroidery designs
Digital repeat pattern print translated from large scale watercolour painting
CAD embroidered repeat tiling pattern with fringed border technique
Interior visualisation for bedroom duvet set with coordinating pillowcases involving two designs.
Laser cut faux leather embellishments with CAD embroidery / hand fringing and bead detail
Laser cut faux leather with embossed relief painted metal embellishments and handmade tassels
Faux leather laser cut in a repeat pattern spray painted silver along with laser cut, engraved and painted silver acrylic embellishments
CAD embroidered tile effect repeat pattern border
Hand painted glass mirror embellishments with various 3D beading techniques and handmade tassle edging.
Hand painted blue and silver matchsticks hand sewn onto satin fabric with contrasting orange and red stitching creating a repeat pattern
Reverse applique CAD embroidery using metallic silver threads with 3D beading detail
CAD embroidered mosaic effect border visualised as sofa decoration detail
CAD embroidered embellishments hand sewn onto pleated fabric with hand beaded 3D detailing and fringing