Boundweave
Author : Clotilde Barrett
Publisher :
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 39,44 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Hand weaving
ISBN :
Krokbragd
Author : Debby Greenlaw
Publisher :
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 12,80 MB
Release : 2019-03-02
Category : Textile design
ISBN : 9781796655469
Book Description
Weavers around the world have been searching for a book that explores the delightful motifs of the Scandinavian weaving technique known as krokbragd. Krokbragd: How to Design & Weave fills that niche and provides a comprehensive look at this beautiful weaving technique. In this book, Debby Greenlaw brings together the traditional aspects of krokbragd with a fresh, contemporary approach to creating stunning textiles. You will explore the structure and design of krokbragd for the floor, table, and rigid-heddle looms. In addition to traditional single krokbragd, exciting variations such as double point krokbragd and turned krokbragd are also covered. Each topic is supplemented with a project that allows the weaver to gain hands-on experience with the technique.Krokbragd: How to Design & Weave is filled with weaving tips, detailed illustrations, and step-by-step photography. Debby provides guidance on yarn and color selection, design, and finishing techniques to create and weave uniquely personal krokbragd pieces.Whether you're a weaver or a lover of Scandinavian textiles, you'll enjoy Krokbragd: How to Design and Weave. Add it to your library; you'll be delighted!
Weft-Faced Pattern Weaves
Author : Nancy Arthur Hoskins
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing Limited
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 32,60 MB
Release : 2011-12
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780764338519
Book Description
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.
Spin to Weave
Author : Sara Lamb
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 21,58 MB
Release : 2013-08-26
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1620333481
Book Description
For spinners and weavers alike! Get in-depth information on fiber properties and color choices, as well as beautifully photographed samples. Spin to Weave is not simply a how-to-spin book, but a how-to-spin-exactly-what-you-want book. Weavers who spin their own yarns have the ability to choose fiber type, method of twist insertion (woolen, worsted), twist amount and/or direction, finishing methods, and grist. Author Sara Lamb focuses on the process of spinning for specific results, providing detailed instructions, a sampling of projects, variations, and a gallery of pieces by other spinners. Sara takes the reader to the very source of woven fabric--introducing the thought processes and concepts related to choosing fibers and how to spin them with finished fabric in mind.
The Big Book of Weaving
Author : Laila Lundell
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 18,10 MB
Release : 2014-08-12
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781570766862
Book Description
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.
Norwegian Pick-Up Bandweaving
Author : Heather Torgenrud
Publisher : Schiffer Craft
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 36,50 MB
Release : 2014
Category : Hand weaving
ISBN : 9780764347511
Book Description
For the first time in English, a complete book about Norwegian pick-up bandweaving--from its fascinating history to beautiful bands you can make yourself, with more than 100 pattern charts from bands in museum collections. Part 1 tells the story of how these bands were used in the rural communities of 18th and 19th century Norway, as stocking bands, swaddling bands, sending bands, and more. Part 2 looks closely at twenty bands brought to America by Norwegian immigrants, and what they tell us about traditional patterns, colors, and materials. Part 3 has clear and concise instructions for weaving pick-up on simple, traditional band heddles, and these instructions can also be adapted to other kinds of looms. Meticulously researched, easy-to-read, and profusely illustrated, this book is destined to become a classic in the field. It will interest not only weavers but anyone who appreciates textile arts, folk costumes, and Norwegian culture.
Creative Treadling with Overshot
Author : Susan Kesler-Simpson
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 38,68 MB
Release : 2021-09-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0811768392
Book Description
Step out of the weaving comfort zone and experiment with something new! Weave structures often have specific threading and treadling patterns that are unique to that particular weave structure and not shared with others. This book takes you out of the traditional method of weaving overshot patterns by using different treadling techniques. This will include weaving overshot patterns as Summer/Winter, Italian manner, starburst, crackle, and petit point just to name a few. The basic image is maintained in each example but the design takes on a whole new look! Each chapter walks you through the setup for each method and includes projects with complete drafts and instructions so it’s easy to start weaving and watch the magic happen! Try the patterns for scarves, table runners, shawls, pillows and even some upholstered pieces. Once you've tried a few projects, you'll be able to apply what you've learned to any piece you desire!
The Woven Coverlets of Norway
Author : Katherine Larson
Publisher :
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 21,16 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780295981314
Book Description
Showcases one of Norway's most beautiful and enduring folk arts.
Rug Weaving for Beginners
Author : Margaret Seagroatt
Publisher :
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 40,18 MB
Release : 1971
Category : Hand weaving
ISBN :
Book Description
Weave Classic Crackle & More
Author : Susan Wilson
Publisher : Schiffer Craft
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,42 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780764339400
Book Description
Crackle is a surprisingly versatile weave structure with exciting design potential. This book offers a comprehensive explanation of drafting the crackle weave structure and weaving classic crackle. Tools and tips for independent designing add extra depth to your study of crackle. Explore crackle's flexibility with a myriad of treadling variations, including an in-depth discussion of polychrome techniques. Learn about the expanded possibilities and unique challenges presented by crackle on more than four shafts. Over 200 images illustrate the methods described. Meticulously presented by a noted weaving teacher, this is the first book for American handweavers devoted exclusively to crackle in 50 years. Weavers will find this comprehensive guide to crackle weave a valuable addition to their libraries and a source of great inspiration.
