Books about Handweaving from Amazon.com

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Beautiful works of fabric art are easily achieved using the magical hand weaving techniques presented in this exciting new book—the second in the Tradition in the Making series.

Author Sigrid Piroch expertly guides readers through everything they need to know about the art of hand weaving, including the history and heritage of this timeless art, how looms work, what tools and equipment to use, the basics of good technique, how to plan projects, analyzing cloth, reading and drawing patterns, and designing fabric for practical and art purposes. She then guides the weaver step-by-step through more than 10 gorgeous projects, including mug rugs, a scarf, napkins, pillows, towels, and clothing.

This book also features insightful and inspiring works of art from several hand weaving textile artists from around the world, as well as invaluable resource listings.

Sigrid Piroch has been weaving for more than 20 years and has taught classes and seminars throughout North America.

• All-in-one reference guide for weavers of all skill levels

• Clear, concise, step-by-step instructions and 300 illustrations and color photographs to guide weavers

• More than 10 gorgeous projects, including home décor and wearables.
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No brocades are more lovely or lifelike than the ones the widow weaves to sell at the marketplace But so fine it is that the fairies of the palace send a wind to carry it off for themselves Knowling his mother will die without her beloved creation, the widow’s son starts out after it. But the way to the fairy palace lies over Fiery Mountain and across the Icy Sea. Even if he gets there, will the fairies give up the brocade? This popular Chinese folktale will enchant young and old as the widow and her son find their way to a happiness beyond their dreams..
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Over 1200 handweaving patterns suitable for all skill levels. The book is 8.5" x 11" (22 x 28 cm), hardbound, 217 pages.Marguerite Porter Davison began her career at Berea College under the guidance of Mrs. Anna Ernberg, who was encouraging the mountain people to bring forth their traditional colonial weaving patterns. As Mrs. Ernberg's assistant, Mrs. Davison became thoroughly familiar with these well-established and long-loved patterns.Despite the cares of raising a family and of time generously given to numerous worthy causes, Mrs. Davison engaged extensively in weaving, teaching and lecturing. In later years much of her efforts were devoted to writing and publishing. She was an active member of the Associated Hand Weavers and of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen.Today her published works live on, ensuring that her weaving patterns remain in the hearts and hands of those who carry on the tradition..
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Annotates more than 550 books and periodical titles published on the techniques and history of handweaving from 1928 through 1989. The bibliography is comprehensive and the annotations informative. --WEAVER'S.
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