Triangle Loom Weaving Twills 'N More


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This book will explore weaving the continuous strand method on a Triangle, Square or Rectangle Loom using eleven different twill patterns, with pictures of each pattern illustrated by a drawdown and a photogragh. Clear and concise instructions will be covered to help in the planning and execution of the project. Tips and solutions will help to troubleshoot any design issues. These instructions will expand your design capabilities for your tri-loom projects. You will learn how to create truly unique and fun woven items.







Continuous Strand Weaving for Beginners


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Retail sale of natural fibers is a thriving business whether your focus is on the fashion industry, creating your own unique garments, or making home decorations. As an alpaca fiber farm ourselves, we understand the need to find something creative, fun, and easy to learn to make something productive with your natural fiber.With over sixteen years of fiber art experience to date between the authors, we've decided it was time to write a beginner's guide and pattern book for our continuous strand weaving looms. When you open this book you will find picture by picture instructions on how to weave beautiful projects from start to finish!We've tried our hardest to provide you with easy to read and follow along instructions for starting, working on, and finishing your project. We've included over 15 different 5ft triangle loom patterns that can be completed in approximately 6 hours each with their 6ft triangle loom conversions that can be completed in approximately 10 hours each and even a few bonus projects. May you make many beautiful projects on your looms!Included in this book:?How to start, weave, and finish your loom?18 5ft Triangle Loom Patterns with 6ft conversions?2 Bonus Projects




Twills 'n More


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This book contains seven twill weaving instructions to be used with the triangle, square, diamond and rectangle loom using the continuous loop method of weaving. Also included are patterns for seven woven projects from scarves to hats, shrugs to crop tops and slippers to mittens. There is something for everyone in this book!




Pin Loom Weaving to Go


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Step-by-step instructions for 25 projects you’ll be amazed were made from pin loom weavings! Pin looms are hot! These palm-sized weaving looms go anywhere and make just about anything you can imagine, from fashionable wrist cuffs to full-sized blankets. Just drop a pin loom in your project bag with a ball of yarn and you are on your way to fast, fun weaving. Margaret Stump, author of the original Pin Loom Weaving, has outdone herself with the 25 designs in this new book. There are elegant wraps, a fun fox bag, an American flag blanket, pillows, pins, stylish scarves, and more--all in a modern style that says "hand crafted with pride." With beginning weavers in mind, Margaret first walks you through how to weave on a 2" and 4" loom. Once you know how to make a basic square and connect your pieces, you are well on your way to making any of the projects in this book. The book divides projects into those that use a 2", 4", adjustable fine-gauge, and even a pot holder loom, and those that combine pieces from different looms, so it is easy to find a project and get started. Pin looms are readily available in a variety of sizes and materials. Choose a favorite pattern and a suitable pin loom, and start weaving anywhere and everywhere today! • All the basics of pin loom weaving and more than 30 beginning and medium level projects you can make on the go • Simple weaving techniques for portable looms • Instructions for making your own simple 2" loom • Projects for standard 2" and 4" looms, as well as weaving on potholder looms and knitting looms




Pattern and Loom


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This book reveals new knowledge on the development of weaving techniques across the centuries from China through to Europe.




Dress and Personal Appearance in Late Antiquity


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This book examines the dress and personal appearance of members of the middle and lower classes in the eastern Mediterranean region during the 4th to 8th centuries. Written, art historical and archaeological evidence is assessed with a view to understanding the way that cloth and clothing was made, embellished, cared for and recycled during this period. Beginning with an overview of current research on Roman dress, the book looks in detail at the use of apotropaic and amuletic symbols and devices on clothing before examining sewing and making methods, the textile industry and the second-hand clothing trade. The final chapter includes detailed information on the making and modelling of exact replicas based on extant garments.




Fabric Structure and Design


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The Magic of Handweaving


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Experience the Magic of Handweaving Sigrid Piroch is an experienced weaver who leads readers on a journey through the world of cloth. She will guide you through the beginning stages of weaving, from planning and designing, to the final stages, when the beautiful piece of cloth is ready to take off the loom. You will also learn about weavers around the world who weave cloth out of necessity, tradition, and art. This is a resource for all those with an interest in the amazing process. The book includes: • A glossary of tools and terms • A guide to choosing your own loom • Step-by-step projects with easy-to-follow illustrations • Design instructions and ideas • Inspirational photos




The Art of Weaving


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With comprehensive text, diagrams, drafts, and examples of fine woven fabrics, this book about the art and craft of weaving offers complete coverage of the materials and equipment, the techniques and the creative possibilities of the medium. Now in its fourth edition, this indispensable handbook is a must-have resource for weavers of all skill levels. This timeless classic now features examples of contemporary work and discusses the use of digital tools for hand-weaving. Chapters include the fundamentals of weaving, as well as looms and other equipment, yarns, how to design a warp and warp the loom, drafting, the basic weaves, pattern weaves, and how to apply this knowledge to discover the many faces of weaving. Weave structures covered include tapestry techniques, knotted, pile, flat-woven rugs, and two- and three-dimensional wall hangings.