Potholder Loom Weaving

Author: Noreen Crone-Findlay
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780811737999
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 208

Book Description
Potholder looms can make so much more than potholders! You can weave on these popular looms using the traditional loops or with nearly any yarn to make a variety of patterns, including Plain Weave, Twill, and Checkerboard. You can also weave shapes other than squares, such as rectangles and triangles. Tapestry weaving is also fun on the potholder loom, and Noreen shows you how with detailed instructions for setting up your loom and working tapestry techniques.

Next Steps In Weaving

Author: Pattie Graver
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1620336278
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
There is a lot to learn about weaving! As a new weaver, you might wonder what the next steps are to grow your skills. Next Steps in Weaving has the answers you're looking for. In this beautiful book by Pattie Graver, former Managing Editor of Handwoven magazine, you'll be explore a variety of weave structures and concepts in depth and detail including twill, color-and-weave, overshot, summer and winter, and lace. This is not just a book of weaving patterns. Each topic is explained and supplemented with instructions for weaving a sampler and a project in order to solidify the concepts and enable you to design your own projects. In addition, the book offers troubleshooting tips in order to expand your weaving expertise. Whether you're new to weaving, have the basics down, or are looking to improve your foundation skills, this book will be an asset to your weaving library. So what are you waiting for? Take the Next Steps in Weaving!

Weaving for Beginners

Author: Peggy Osterkamp
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780976885542
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
Illustrated guide for step-by-step beginning and advanced weaving. 424 pages; over 600 illustrations; indexed

On Weaving

Author: Anni Albers
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486431925
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 214

Book Description
This survey of textile fundamentals and methods, written by the foremost textile artist of the 20th century, covers hand weaving and the loom, fundamental construction and draft notation, modified and composite weaves, early techniques of thread interlacing, interrelation of fiber and construction, tactile sensibility, and design. 9 color illustrations. 112 black-and-white plates.

Weaving Within Reach

Author: Anne Weil
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
ISBN: 0451499212
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 194

Book Description
Modern weaving projects like you've never seen—within easy reach of anyone. Weaving is a satisfying hobby for making home or clothing accessories that look plucked from your favorite stores. Here are Pinterest-worthy projects for creating earrings, clutches, pillows, wall hangings, and more, all organized by skill level. From complete beginner to intermediate, Weaving Within Reach allows you to craft at your comfort level, even if you don’t yet know the difference between the warp and the weft. Lacking a loom? Most of the materials can be woven on found objects—such as an embroidery hoop or cardboard box—or achieved with a simple over-under pattern using no loom at all. As you progress, there are plenty of exciting designs for a frame loom to keep you inspired. With a detailed introduction, stunning lifestyle and step-by-step photographs, and a helpful resource section, Weaving Within Reach unravels the possibilities of the beautiful things you can make with your hands.

Learning to Weave

Author: Deborah Chandler
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 159668139X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Originally published in 1995, more than 40,000 weavers have used this unparalleled study guide to learn from scratch or to hone their skills. Written with a mentoring voice, each lesson includes friendly, straightforward advice and is accompanied by illustrations and photographs. Crafters need only to approach this subject with a willingness to learn such basics as three methods for 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.

The Weaver's Book of 8-Shaft Patterns

Author: Carol Strickler
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 093402667X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
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.

The Big Book of Weaving

Author: Laila Lundell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781570766862
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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.

Inventive Weaving on a Little Loom

Author: Syne Mitchell
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1603428518
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 869

Book Description
Rigid-heddle weaving is simple to learn, is easy to master, and offers a lifetime of possibilities to discover! Inventive Weaving on a Little Loom covers everything rigid-heddle weavers need to know about the craft, from the basics — how to select a loom, set it up, and get started — to a wide variety of fun techniques that yield beautiful results. Begin by exploring a variety of weave structures, including finger-manipulated laces, tapestry, and color play with stripes, plaids, and multicolor yarns. Then move on to more complex designs and irresistible projects, from pillows and curtains to bags, shawls, and even jewelry. Explore warp-face patterning, weft-pile weaving, weaving with fine threads, woven shibori, shadow weave, and the textural effects you can create with different yarns and with wire and conductive thread. Everything you need to know is here, with fully illustrated step-by-step instructions to ensure success.

Kids Weaving

Author: Sarah Swett
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
ISBN: 9781584794677
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Contains fifteen weaving projects which children can complete in a single afternoon by using their hands, cardboard, or a simple loom which can be assembled from plumbing supplies.