Ikat is a method of weaving that uses a resist dyeing process similar to tie-dye on either the warp or the weft fibers, creating a rippled repeat.
Dye is applied prior to the threads being woven to create the final fabric pattern or design. Double Ikat involves resist dying both warp and weft prior to stringing on the loom. Traditionally, and still commonly, a back-strap loom is used, though any variant or modern loom may be used.
At the Kips Bay Decorator Showhouse, Rauber + Rauber Interiors installed a super-sized Ikat wallcovering along a curved stairway leading to the fourth floor. The sunshine yellow and black color combination plays up the dramatic, swirling staircase to stunning effect.
The Kips Bay 2011 Decorators Showhouse is open through May 26. For more information, please visit kipsbaydecoratorshowhouse.org or call 718 893 8600 x245. Photo courtesy eyespy.squarespace.com. Info courtesy wikipedia.com.
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