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Small Loom & Freeform Weaving: Five Ways to Weave [Hardcover]

Barbara Matthiessen (Author)
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June 15, 2008
30 projects for home decor and fashion accents

Yarn arts and felting are two of today's most popular crafts, and popularity for weaving, a natural extension of those crafts, is growing. Small hand-held looms and tabletop looms are now available at yarn shops and hobby/craft stores, and readers of Small Loom and Freeform Weaving can even construct looms themselves using common household materials. Most looms can be constructed in a couple minutes and can be reused numerous times.

This book will also show readers how to use their looms. Included are 30 projects, some of which can easily be completed in an evening or weekend. Readers will enjoy step-by-step, diagrammed instructions for personal items, such as iPod and cell phone holders, scarves, purses, and jewelry, and home decor projects, such as pillows, table runners, wall hangings, and book covers.


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Matthiessen, Barbara. Small Loom & Freeform Weaving. Creative Pub: Quayside. 2008. c.128p. ISBN 978-1-58923-361-4. pap. $19.95. FIBER CRAFTS   Purchasing a large, expensive loom is cost prohibitive for many novice weavers, and Matthiessen provides a variety of less expensive alternatives. Her solutions range from a homemade loom constructed from hair combs, dowels, and duct tape (yes, it's as primitive as it sounds) to commercial products such as Weavettes and the Ashford Knitter's Loom, a rigid heddle loom marketed to knitters. Matthiessen covers all aspects of weaving, including warping the loom, basic techniques, and finishing. Her low-cost approach to weaving will attract those curious about this ancient craft. Recommended for public libraries. - Library Journal, August 2008

About the Author

Barbara Matthiessen (Port Orchard, WA) had a specialized degree from an interior design school and experience working for a design firm before she entered the industry as a full-time freelance designer. She has written 43 booklets and 3 books, contributed to 22 multi-artist books, and has done countless designs for magazines. While continuing to design for publication, she also works for manufacturers, developing kits, projects sheets, and sales models.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Creative Publishing international (June 15, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1589233611
  • ISBN-13: 978-1589233614
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 8.8 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #153,964 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars The cover and back are the best parts of the book., November 10, 2008
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I repeat what another reviewer said: this book is NOT for beginners. Unless you know absolutely how to weave, do not waste your money because there are no pictorial directions and the directions/explanations fall woefully short of being helpful. A big dissapointment... The front and back covers are all that's inside, folks. I'll be returning this book. Originally I read the reviews and thought I would keep it no matter what, but now that I've seen it, no way.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars OK but not impressive, December 3, 2009
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The book is well illustrated, but the projects are nothing special. The longest portion of the book is spent on a specific brand of lap loom and the rest of the projects are kind of thrown in. I was disappointed and if I had seen the book beforehand, I would not have purchased it.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Not for beginners, but impressive anyway, October 3, 2008
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This is a fun book for people who enjoy turning unusual things into looms. It's great for getting ideas for coming up with your own funky weaving projects. It's not really for beginners. Beautiful pictures and great for inspiring creativity.
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Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
freeform weaving, excess weft, black crochet cotton, warp peg, sari yarn, liquid seam sealant, suede yarn, cup cozy, nubby yarn, solid wool, sportweight yarn, flat loom, weft materials, variegated yarn, tapestry techniques, yarn needle, amulet bag, beading thread, chenille yarn, single crochet, black yarn, fabric glue
Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Getting Started, Ashford Knitters Loom, Basic Copper Band, Fray Check, Basic Weave
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