Needlework Typography in the Digital Age : the Use of Traditional Needlework Techniques in Contemporary Typographic Projects and Type Design
| dc.contributor.advisor | Rieß, Henrik | |
| dc.contributor.advisor | Schroeder, Süheyla | |
| dc.contributor.author | Evelyn Claudia Fuchs | |
| dc.contributor.department | Faculty of Architecture and Design | |
| dc.contributor.other | Berlin International University of Applied Sciences | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2024-01-15 | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-11-28T13:27:21Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-11-28T13:27:21Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2023 | |
| dc.description.abstract | AI-GENERATED ABSTRACT: Abstract: Typography, an amalgam of visual imagery, language, and art, continually evolves, buoyed by the innovations of modern technology and the reflective inspirations from bygone eras. With the onset of the Information Age, the rapid technological advancements have not only reshaped traditional industries but also expanded the digital realm, ushering in a new era of communication and design. Amidst this digital proliferation, the allure of traditional needlework crafts emerges as a serene counterpoint, offering a tactile respite from the digital deluge. This thesis delves into the intriguing confluence of needlework, typography, and technology, unraveling a shared visual lexicon that binds these disparate fields. The concept of needlework typography, a fusion of textile crafts and type design, serves as the crucible where the timeless allure of fabric artistry melds with the structured elegance of letterforms. Through a meticulous examination of historical needlework practices, a deep dive into the transformative potential of needlework typography, and a discerning look at technology's impact on these age-old crafts, the thesis unfolds a narrative that rekindles the relevance of needlework in the digital epoch. Utilizing the knitted alphabet as a tangible exemplar, the discourse explores how needlework techniques can morph letterforms, offering a fresh palette for type design. A case study featuring contemporary needlework typography projects like "CMYK Alphabet," "Knit Grotesk," and "Raspustilsya Sans," further elucidates the modern-day applications of needlework techniques in typographic design, thereby casting a spotlight on the untapped potential of needlework typography. The outcome accentuates the enriching interplay between the tactile and digital, evoking a contemplative dialogue on design in an era of relentless digitalization. Keywords: Typography, Needlework, Technology, Needlework Typography, Information Age, Digitalization, Knitted Alphabet, Textile Crafts, Type Design, Contemporary Typography Projects | en |
| dc.description.degree | BA | |
| dc.description.tableofcontents | MACHINE-GENERATED CONTENTS NOTE: Table of Contents 1 Introduction .......................................................... 9 1.1 Topic Definition ............................................... 9 1.2 Methodology ................................................... 10 2 Relevance: the Cultural Value of Needlework Practices .............. 11 2.1 Introduction to Needlework .................................... 11 2.2 Historic Background ........................................... 12 2.3 the Revival of the Arts and Crafts Movement .................. 15 3 Transformation: Altering Typography Through Needlework ............ 17 3.1 Basics of Needlework Typography .............................. 17 3.2 the Knittable Alphabet and Its Grid System ................... 18 3.3 Knitting as a Type Design Tool ............................... 21 4 Digitalisation: Needlework Typography in the Digital Realm ........ 24 4.1 the Intersection of Technology and Needlework Practices ...... 24 4.2 the Knit-friendly Quality of Pixelated Fonts ................ 26 4.3 Similarities Between Needlework, Typography and Digital Systems ... 28 5 Case Study .......................................................... 31 5.1 Scope ........................................................ 31 5.2 Projects ..................................................... 31 5.2.1 Cmyk Alphabet .......................................... 31 5.2.2 Knit Grotesk ........................................... 32 5.2.3 Raspustilsya Sans ...................................... 33 5.3 Findings ..................................................... 34 6 Design Project: Knitted Letterforms ................................ 35 7 Conclusion ......................................................... 39 8 Bibliography ....................................................... 40 9 List of Figures .................................................... 42 | en |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://repository.berlin-international.de/handle/123456789/789 | |
| dc.language.iso | eng | |
| dc.subject | Contemporary Typography Projects | |
| dc.subject | Digitalization | |
| dc.subject | Information Age | |
| dc.subject | Knitted Alphabet | |
| dc.subject | Needlework | |
| dc.subject | Needlework Typography | |
| dc.subject | Technology | |
| dc.subject | Textile Crafts | |
| dc.subject | Typography | |
| dc.title | Needlework Typography in the Digital Age : the Use of Traditional Needlework Techniques in Contemporary Typographic Projects and Type Design | |
| dc.type | Thesis |
Files
Original bundle
1 - 1 of 1