Author : Liz Gipson
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 37,65 MB
Release : 2017-01-05
Category :
ISBN : 9780692820216
Swatching makes it easy to try out your ideas risk-free and unleash your creativity in new and wonderful ways. If you are new to weaving, this book will guide you through making your first tiny weaving. If you are a more experienced weaver, you will learn a method that will help you become a better, smarter, and more joyful weaver.
Author : Jane Patrick
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 568 pages
File Size : 34,69 MB
Release : 2013-02-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1620331675
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 : Linda C. Ligon
Publisher :
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 34,21 MB
Release : 1984
Category : Hand weaving
ISBN : 9780934026161
Author : Caroline Weaver
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 35,57 MB
Release : 2020-02-04
Category : Design
ISBN : 145217850X
Pencils You Should Know traces the evolution of pencils over time and across the globe. From the humble, handcrafted pencil of the 19th century to the novelty writing implement of the 1990s, each object in this book tells a different story. This book features a selection of 75 modern and vintage pencils curated by pencil powerhouse Caroline Weaver, owner of legendary New York pencil emporium CW Pencil Enterprise. Pencil fanatics will find old favorites here—the original Blackwing 602 puts in an appearance, of course—and make exciting new discoveries, too. • Vintage pencils and accessories are photographed against vibrant, colorful backgrounds and accompanied by Weaver's insightful commentary. • A love letter to one of the most important inventions in human history This supremely charming book celebrates the enduring magic of the pencil. Trace the history of the pencil over time and across the globe, and discover everything you need to know about this simple yet ingenious invention. • A great book for pencil collectors, admirers, historians, artists, writers—anyone who gets excited about the new Palomino Blackwing, a perfectly sharpened No. 2 Ticonderoga • Fans of The Pencil by Henry Petroski, How to Sharpen Pencils by David Rees and John Hodgman, and The Pencil Perfect by Caroline Weaver will want this in their collection. The perfect book for pencil devotees, analog and vintage ephemera lovers, designers, and fans of CW Pencil Enterprise
Author : Earl Weaver
Publisher : Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 41,23 MB
Release : 1984
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN :
Author : Dianne Rose Jackman
Publisher : Portage & Main Press
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 44,36 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781895411973
The definitive resource for anyone who works with textiles for interiors. The long-awaited 3rd Edition features updated content, a new hardcover design, and an engaging new format with easy-to-find information, full-colour graphics and charts, green design features, and much more With course adoptions, you will receive a complimentary Instructor's Guide. This guide includes: chapter synopses activity suggestions textile testing methods discussion questions exam questions
Author : Anne Dixon
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 30,9 MB
Release : 2012-08-21
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1596686472
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.
Author : Carol Strickler
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,56 MB
Release : 1991-11-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 093402667X
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.
Author : Peggy Osterkamp
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 25,82 MB
Release : 2020-08-15
Category :
ISBN : 9780976885542
Illustrated guide for step-by-step beginning and advanced weaving. 424 pages; over 600 illustrations; indexed
Author : Andrea Rothwell
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 12,99 MB
Release : 2016-07-31
Category :
ISBN : 9780994637307
This new guide will introduce you to the language and technique of frame-loom weaving. Foundation skills and key elements of woven design are presented together, giving you a thorough understanding of how woven pieces are formed. It will help give you the confidence to design and plan your own successful pieces and will quickly become your go-to weaving reference.
