Material Thinking:
lectrical Wire
Weaving Wires with Yarn
These experiments explored how electrical wires and copper sculpting wires interact when woven with yarn. The results showed that while the wires remain stiff, the flexibility of the yarn allows for a compelling balance of rigidity and pliability, creating a tactile textile with an interesting structure.
Using a loom available at the fabric station, I experimented with different weaves, alternating between electrical wire, copper sculpting wire, and yarn. The electrical wire proved challenging to work with due to its stiffness, while the copper sculpting wire was slightly more cooperative. The addition of yarn helped stabilize the structure, softening the overall composition.
The combination of stiff and flexible materials results in an intriguing textile with unique properties. A key question moving forward is whether this woven material is conductive, and if so, how it might be integrated into functional designs. The next step is to test its conductivity and explore potential applications, such as creating a circuit-embedded fabric.