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Leather Braiding

Author : Bruce Grant

Publisher : Schiffer Craft

Page : 196 pages

File Size : 11,43 MB

Release : 1950

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9780870330391

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Book Description

Leather Braiding has stood for more than forty years as the definitive book in its field. Grant's clearly written guide to the art of leather braiding contains detailed illustrations, step-by-step instructions, and a wealth of incidental, fascinating information. It makes accessible, to even the novice, serviceable and recreational uses of leather, from the simple but clever braided button to the elaborate results of thong appliqu . The book includes a historical perspective of leather and its function in society, a chapter on leather braiding tools, and a glossary of terms.



Braiding and Knotting: Techniques and Projects

Author : Constantine A. Belash

Publisher : Courier Corporation

Page : 150 pages

File Size : 46,68 MB

Release : 1974-01-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9780486230597

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Book Description

Complete, easy-to-follow instructions for various kinds of braiding and weaving techniques and different kinds of knots — all you need is three or more pieces of string, rope, or cord, and you're ready to begin. Along with these instructions are directions for making numerous articles with braids and knots: belts, lanyards, mats, rugs, sandals, hats, bags, and more. 57 illustrations.



The Hair Braid It Manual

Author : Afiya Hopson

Publisher : Bookbaby

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 21,84 MB

Release : 2017-11-23

Category : Education

ISBN : 9781543905694

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Book Description

This book is intended to introduce hair stylists not only to the practical aspect of braiding, but also the professional and theoretical background of braiding. After extensive research and practice at the Hair? Braid it! salon we discovered that there is more to braiding than just installing a plait. This book was developed to share knowledge, with hopes of standardizing the braiding industry and creating a professional atmosphere. The manual features step by step instructions on the major braiding techniques of trends of today, alongside detailed pictures. This book is devoted to providing step by step instructions and tips to help anyone interested in perfecting their braiding skill. The Manual focuses on three major techniques such as plaits, twists and cornrows. It has detailed information about portions, products and how to become a professional braid stylist.



Tak V Bowes Departed

Author : Elizabeth Benns

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 33,45 MB

Release : 2005

Category : Braid

ISBN : 9780954238063

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"Tak v bowes departed is an in-depth study of Article 4, British Library Manuscript Harley 2320. This treatise, which dates to the fifteenth century, gives instructions for making forty different braids of varying complexity. Braids such as these were used for a variety of purposes during the medieval period; lacing clothes, purse strings, decorative trim and seal tags. Tak v bowes departed concludes with modern instructions to make each of the braids; original errors have been corrected and noted, and each braid is clearly illustrated for reference. The instructions are provided as both text and diagrams, and include a detailed overview of the technique of 'fingerloop braiding'"--Publisher's web site.



Braiding Rawhide Horse Tack

Author : Robert L. Woolery

Publisher : Cornell Maritime Press/Tidewater Publishers

Page : 140 pages

File Size : 24,6 MB

Release : 1985

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9780870333330

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Here is an instruction manual for the novice worker in rawhide. Unlike many other works on the subject, this book assumes no previous knowledge or experience. The reader is shown in drawings and photographs every step of the procedure starts with a fresh cowhide, continues through cutting strings and braiding, and ends with finished reatas, bosals, hobbles, or reins. Along the way, the author discusses the needed tools and implements, which the beginner can make for them (out of readily available materials) by following the directions in this book. The chapters on braiding provide simplified techniques for producing a number of basic patterns, which may be modified or enlarged upon to yield endless variations. Users or collectors of braided rawhide will value this book for its demonstration of what to look for when buying an article, how to care for it, and, in a historical vein, how each item was produced in the past. For those who collect, use, or aspire to learn how to make your own cowboy horse gear, dont miss Woolerys book. Western Horseman



Finger Weaving

Author : Alta R. Turner

Publisher : Book Publishing Company (TN)

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 29,40 MB

Release : 1989

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9780935741131

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Book Description

Directions for using finger weaving, or flat braiding, to make belts, hair ties, collars, neck-ties, and other items with designs created by North American Indians and ancient Peruvians.



The Braid Book: 20 fun and easy styles

Author : Sarah Hiscox

Publisher : Kyle Books

Page : 253 pages

File Size : 35,39 MB

Release : 2018-08-13

Category : Health & Fitness

ISBN : 0857836269

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Book Description

Having tried and failed to braid her 8-year-old daughter's hair into an intricate fishtail plait, Sarah Hiscox had to admit she had no idea what she was doing. When she realised a trip to the hairdressers was both expensive and time consuming, Sarah decided to fill a gap in the market and she started a pop-up braid bar with family friend Willa Burton. Now you can learn to style intricate braids in your own hair with The Braid Bar book, featuring designs from a plaited halo and elaborate fishtail to an intricate Mohican style braid. Sarah and Willa also share how to adorn your hair with accessories like clips, pompoms and bands as well as other temporary styling tools such as hair chalk and glitter. Secret tips, tricks and advice onlooking after your braids, as well as answers to frequently asked questions, ensures you can immerse yourself in the latest hair trend. 'All the girls look so cool when they come out of The Braid Bar.' Kate Moss



French Braid Obsession

Author : Jane Hardy Miller

Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc

Page : 68 pages

File Size : 13,85 MB

Release : 2010-11-05

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1607050919

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New Ways to Indulge Your Passion for French Braid Quilts. 8 all-new projects feature lots of spectacular new ways to French braid your quilts. New shapes and sizes: wallhangings, table runners, multi-sided table toppers, and Christmas tree skirts. New ways to use French braids: borders, variable-width and star-shapes, or with appliqué and variegated fabrics. Spectacular new color palettes with big, bold prints. Take your French braid quilts in dramatic new directions with this sequel to the bestselling French Braid Quilts. You'll love the new shapes and sizes, new techniques, and bold new colors. You'll also love what hasn't changed-the fast strip piecing and crystal-clear instructions that have made French braid quilts a favorite style for thousands of quilters.



Twist Me Pretty Braids

Author : Abby Smith

Publisher : Simon and Schuster

Page : 380 pages

File Size : 27,56 MB

Release : 2017-11-06

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1612437532

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Book Description

BEAUTIFUL BRAIDS FOR ANY OCCASION Your hair is your best accessory. Learn how to dress it up with these creative, exciting styles! • Looped Accent Braid • Pull-Through Ponytail • Corset Braid • Four-Strand Braid • Mixed Crown Braid • Uneven Center Braid • And more!



Badass Braids

Author : Shannon Burns

Publisher :

Page : 195 pages

File Size : 35,66 MB

Release : 2018-04-10

Category : Games & Activities

ISBN : 163106438X

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Recreate the braids, buns, and twists of your favorite historical, sci-fi, and fantasy heroes and heroines with Badass Braids. Step-by-step, illustrated instructions will show you how to make the hairstyles from Game of Thrones, The Hunger Games, Star Trek, Star Wars, The Legend of Zelda, Vikings, The Lord of the Rings, and more. When she’s not studying for her PhD in social neuroscience, Silvousplaits (a.k.a. Shannon Burns) is creating and posting weekly instructional videos on her YouTube channel of DIY hair art that mimics the hairstyles of valiant men and women in the best historical, sci-fi, and fantasy shows and movies. In Badass Braids, Shannon shows you how to transform your hair, step by step. The book covers braids and styles from a full spectrum of fantasy worlds (and galaxies), from ancient adversaries and viking warriors to romantic renegades and sci-fi heroines. With an introduction to the styling techniques for different kinds of basic braids, interviews with behind-the-scenes stylists and actors, and original styles inspired by fan-favorites, you will learn to recreate the hairstyles of Katniss Everdeen (The Hunger Games: Mockingjay), Anne Boleyn (The Tudors), the Norse king Ragnar Lothbrok (Vikings), Daenerys Targaryen (Game of Thrones), and many more. Badass Braids is the perfect gift for geeky men and women of all ages!