Wheels and Looms
Author | : David Bryant |
Publisher | : B T Batsford Limited |
Total Pages | : 190 |
Release | : 1987-01-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 0713448288 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780713448283 |
Rating | : 4/5 (88 Downloads) |
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Author | : David Bryant |
Publisher | : B T Batsford Limited |
Total Pages | : 190 |
Release | : 1987-01-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 0713448288 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780713448283 |
Rating | : 4/5 (88 Downloads) |
Author | : Noreen Crone-Findlay |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 201 |
Release | : 2020-11-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780811768757 |
ISBN-13 | : 0811768759 |
Rating | : 4/5 (57 Downloads) |
Open the door to the possibilities of what you can weave on your frame loom! A comprehensive guide to the frame loom, this book introduces the weaver to the basics of frame loom weaving and also more advanced techniques. Learn how to weave tapestries for wall hangings or handbags, lace for scarves and market bags, geometric shapes for alpacas and dolls, modules to sew together to make larger items, and so much more. Patterns for various weaves such as houndstooth and checkerboard are included, as well as instructions on how to adapt other weaves to the frame loom. Photo-illustrated step-by-step instructions are given for all techniques and 20 unique projects from home decor items to pouches and bags, scarves and other wearables, stuffed toys, bookmarks, and more. Looms used in the book are 6-inch, 8-inch, and 10-inch sizes, but the instructions are adaptable to any size loom. Once you know the basics, you can use your woven modules to create whatever you imagine!
Author | : Rowena Hart |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 75 |
Release | : 2002-01-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 0473084376 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780473084370 |
Rating | : 4/5 (76 Downloads) |
International weaving teacher, Rowena Hart, shows how you can create exiting, beautiful garments and crafts - all on the simple two shaft loom. In the book she guides you step-by-step through the many techniques, showing just how easy it is to make your woven creations come alive through colour and texture. Be inspired by Rowena, who has worked with weavers from many cultures in her role as Education and Marketing Manager of Ashford Handicrafts Ltd, the world famous spinning wheel and weaving loom manufacturer. Also known as the Rigid Heddle, this loom is simple to use, light and compact. It will produce fabrics and tapestries to delight you - whether you are a novice or experienced weaver.
Author | : Elsa Krogh |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 91 |
Release | : 2011 |
ISBN-10 | : 0958288178 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780958288170 |
Rating | : 4/5 (78 Downloads) |
The author has brought together her favourite weaving patterns using four, six and eight shafts. Projects are suitable for all levels of weaving experience, with many patterns sourced from archival materials from local museums.
Author | : Jane Patrick |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 568 |
Release | : 2013-02-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781620331675 |
ISBN-13 | : 1620331675 |
Rating | : 4/5 (75 Downloads) |
New and experienced weavers alike are always on the lookout for new weave-structure patterns. The Weaver's Idea Book presents a wide variety of patterns for the simple rigid-heddle loom, accompanied by harness drafts for multishaft looms. The techniques include leno, Brooks bouquet, soumak, and embroidery on fabric. Each chapter contains weaving patterns along with swatches illustrating the techniques, accompanied by step-by-step photography. The book is arranged by structure or type of weave, from variations on plain weave to doubleweave. With traditional patterns from around the world, bands, and fabrics woven on two double heddles, The Weaver's Idea Book brings together a variety of ways to create exquisite cloth. Weaving tips and tricks help weavers at all levels achieve their textile dreams. In addition to pattern drafts, Jane offers project ideas that guide the reader through creating functional woven projects, from wearables to home decor. Weaving, especially on rigid-heddle looms, is enjoying a resurgence, and contemporary weavers are in need of a book to bridge the divide between basic books and complex text designed for advanced weavers with sophisticated tools. Celebrating the immense potential for creativity possible with the simplest of tools, The Weaver's Idea Book eBook opens new avenues for exploration on both the rigid-heddle and multishaft looms.
Author | : Madelyn Van der Hoogt |
Publisher | : XRX Books |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2001 |
ISBN-10 | : 1893762017 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781893762015 |
Rating | : 4/5 (17 Downloads) |
Huck Lace
Author | : Birgitta Bengtsson Björk |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2016-02-28 |
ISBN-10 | : 1570767947 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781570767944 |
Rating | : 4/5 (47 Downloads) |
Offering project patterns that can be varied using different types of yarn, covers such techniques as plain weave and twill, monk's belt and honeycomb, rosepath, and crackle weave.
Author | : Deborah Chandler |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 233 |
Release | : 2009-04-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781596681392 |
ISBN-13 | : 159668139X |
Rating | : 4/5 (92 Downloads) |
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.
Author | : Vladimir Yarish |
Publisher | : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. |
Total Pages | : 292 |
Release | : 2009 |
ISBN-10 | : 1402748094 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781402748097 |
Rating | : 4/5 (94 Downloads) |
For centuries people have marveled over the beauty of plaited basketry; now readers can actually learn the skill and artistry of this craft in the comfort of their own homes. Scholar, artisan, and teacher Vladimir Yarish created all of the birch bark baskets for this book after scouring museums and archeological sites all around the world. This definitive guide focuses on the history and myriad traditional uses of birch bark, as well as general instructions for basket-making and plaiting. Get hands-on with 18 birch bark projects, both decorative and useful, including a rectangular tray, small basket with three-part braid, or an oval basket with curls. Finally, in the gallery section, take a look at plaited baskets by various artists using contemporary materials.
Author | : Anne Dixon |
Publisher | : National Geographic Books |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2012-08-21 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781596686472 |
ISBN-13 | : 1596686472 |
Rating | : 4/5 (72 Downloads) |
From expert weaver Anne Dixon is The Weaver's Inkle Pattern Directory--the ultimate resource for inkle weavers. Inkle weaving is a simple technique that offers ample opportunity for experimentation by beginners and experienced weavers. This book provides 400 patterns for loom enthusiasts and is the most comprehensive tool available to weavers. You'll discover: • An overview of inkle weaving's history and traditions. • Instructions for loom set-up and simple techniques. • An astonishing 400 woven patterns--some making their first debut. • Illustrated samples and charts. • Drafts provided throughout the entire guide. An incomparable guide, Anne Dixon offers all of the tips, tricks, and techniques to these traditional and modern patterns and introduces a bounty of new, innovative designs as well. Inkles can be used for a variety of projects ranging from belts and braces to trims and neckpieces. They can be stitched together to make bags, mobile-phone purses, cushion-covers, table-mats, and much more. Also included is a foreword by Madelyn van der Hoogt, the editor of Handwoven magazine and the author of The Complete Book of Drafting and The Weaver's Companion (Interweave). She opened the Weaver's School in 1984 and teaches weaving workshops throughout the United States and Canada.