Warp and Weft
Warp and Weft

Author: Mariana Eriksson

Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781570764738

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Warp and Weft inspires and instructs with lessons on pattern drafting. From the three most basic techniques of Swedish weaving--tabby, twill, and satin--to more advanced techniques, the book can be used by anyone who weaves. The pages are profusely illustrated, showing nearly 200 examples, including variations on plain weaves, twills, satins, block weaves, color effects, double weaves and lampas, as well as a variety of more unusual structures. The color photos are clear and close-up and accompanied by complete draw-downs and profile drafts adjacent for ease of comparison. The variety of materials, textures, and colors, including a section on damask and drawloom weaving, make this book an inspiration for creativity as well as an encyclopedic resource on the techniques of weaving.

The Big Book of Weaving
The Big Book of Weaving

Author: Laila Lundell

Publisher:

Published: 2014-08-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781570766862

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The fascinating subject of handweaving is fully explored in this reference, which covers basic subjects such as warping a loom and making bobbins of weft, as well as more elaborate, highly decorative projects. Patterns are arranged by varying levels of difficulty and design so beginners and experienced weavers alike will discover new insights and concepts. Among the 40 step-by-step projects included in this volume are designs for baby blankets, shawls, table cloths, and linen hand towels.

The Warp and the Weft
The Warp and the Weft

Author: Vasanthi Raman

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-08-21

Total Pages: 414

ISBN-13: 1136518002

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This book studies the impact of the communal violence of the early 1990s on the individual lives of the Muslim weavers of Banaras, with considerable focus on gender, identity and inter-community relations.

Weft-Faced Pattern Weaves
Weft-Faced Pattern Weaves

Author: Nancy Arthur Hoskins

Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Limited

Published: 2011-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764338519

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Travel beyond the traditional limits of boundweave with this comprehensive guide to weft-faced pattern weaves. Beginning and experienced weavers alike will learn how to plan, predict and weave colourful, rhythmical patterns, charming folk figures, and geometric designs in fabrics that are decorative and durable. Fifty-three projects range from simple to complex weaves. Directions, patterns, and tips are provided for the plain weave, twill, point twill, rosepath, overshot, taqueté, and samitum. It also features Coptic taquete and samitum re-creations and patterns from the Tunic of Tutankhamun. Engaging and informative text accompanies diagrams, illustrated samplers, and drafts with threading, tie-up, treadling, and drawdowns. This is the definitive work on weft-faced pattern weaves and is a must-have reference and resource guide for weavers and crafters alike.

The Spinner's Book of Fleece
The Spinner's Book of Fleece

Author: Beth Smith

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2014-08-23

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 1603428755

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The characteristics of fleece — its structure, grease content, and fiber diameter — vary widely depending on the breed of sheep the fleece comes from. In this comprehensive guide, Beth Smith profiles 21 types of fleece, from bouncy and pliant to lacy and lightweight. A sheep-by-sheep reference describes the best way to wash and spin each fleece into rich, soft yarn. You’ll soon be confidently choosing the right fleece, spinning it to perfection, and enjoying the perfect yarn for your next fiber creation.

Learning to Weave
Learning to Weave

Author: Deborah Chandler

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2009-04-01

Total Pages: 233

ISBN-13: 159668139X

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Learn weaving basics or hone your skills with this invaluable guidebook Originally published in 1984 (under the name Learning to Weave with Debbie Redding), Learning to Weave is now on the verge of its 40th Anniversary in print. This unparalleled study guide teaches readers to weave on four shaft looms, whether they are learning from scratch or honing their skills. Written with a mentoring voice, each lesson includes friendly, straightforward advice and is accompanied by illustrations and photographs. Budding floor and table loom weavers need only to approach this subject with a sense of adventure and willingness to learn such basics as step-by-step warping, basic weaving techniques, project planning, reading and designing drafts, the basics of all the most common weave structures, and many more handy hints. Beginners will find this guidebook an invaluable teacher, while more seasoned weavers will find food for thought in the chapters on weave structures and drafting.

Warp and Weft
Warp and Weft

Author: Keekok Lee

Publisher: Strategic Book Publishing

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 313

ISBN-13: 1606932470

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This book attempts to deconstruct certain key clusters of Chinese characters and words to make them yield fascinating tales about the country's culture and history.

The Weaver's Book of 8-Shaft Patterns
The Weaver's Book of 8-Shaft Patterns

Author: Carol Strickler

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 1991-11-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 093402667X

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This must-have draft book contains almost 1000 different patterns on more than 25 weave structures. Introductory chapters provide a thorough understanding of how each structure works.

Weaving for Beginners
Weaving for Beginners

Author: Peggy Osterkamp

Publisher:

Published: 2020-08-15

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780976885542

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Illustrated guide for step-by-step beginning and advanced weaving. 424 pages; over 600 illustrations; indexed

Kilim
Kilim

Author: Dario Valcarenghi

Publisher: Abbeville Press

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13:

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This volume illustrates 160 rare kilims, explains in detail their history and craftmanship and discusses the symbolic meaning of their decorative motifs. The book is also illustrated with original drawings that should enable the reader to recognize and interpret the various kilim typologies.