Elements and Principles

 
Define in sentence form each of the following design terms:
1. Texture
2. Rhythm
3. Balance
4. Proportion
5. Emphasis
6. Unity 
Discuss in separate paragraphs how each of these terms, when incorporated into a handspun yarn, contributes to the overall design in weaving, knitting, crocheting, and lace making.  Include illustrations, photographs and/or small samples to demonstrate an understanding of the terms.
I am not a weaver and it seems to me that you come to a better understanding of these terms through weaving than  spinning and knitting just for fun.  I also have zero design background practical or textbook.  This section required a lot of research and several, several rough drafts before I could come up with a brief, coherent statement for each item..    A surprise to me, the judges basically seemed pleased with this section.