All the basics of weaving are provided in this succinct handbook. Spiral-bound so that it stays open and filled with definitions and illustrations, the book invites weavers to refer to it as they work. Included are easy reference charts and many sidebar tips to ensure success in both on- and off-loom weaving techniques. Information on project preparation, tools, drafting, warping the loom, weaving, and in-depth finishing techniques is also provided. Resources for weavers include professional associations, Web sites, and common weaving terms in foreign languages.
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Since 1979, Handwoven magazine has been a major source of instruction and inspiration for handweavers worldwide. This current volume is a concise manual of handweaving tips and techniques culled from 20 years of back issues of Handwoven and organized for quick retrieval. Here, weavers and aspiring weavers will find information on looms, yarn, methods of warping, drafting, troubleshooting, planning, and fabric finishing. Also included is information on the popular "burn test" for fibers and an excellent section on design basics. This volume, as well as the earlier Knitter's Companion (Interweave, 1996), should be in any basic public library fiber crafts collection.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Madelyn van der Hoogt is the editor of Handwoven magazine and the author of The Complete Book of Drafting. She opened the Weaver’s School in 1984 and teaches weaving workshops throughout the United States and Canada. She lives in Coupeville, Washington.
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Learning to Weave & Weaver's Companion,
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This review is from: The Weaver's Companion (The Companion Series) (Spiral-bound)
Both of these books are excellent references for weaving! The Learning book by Deborah Chandler covers everything from your decision to become a weaver of fabrics to becoming a professional who does custom fabric designs; all in a simple easy-to-understand classroom language, with beautiful illustrations. My weaving instructor reccommended this book for me and I'm certainly glad she did!
The small Weaver's companion's a compilation of creative efforts from the editors of a popular weaving magazine. It is a truly thoughtful,up-to-date spiral bound book which is small enough to tuck into your purse and carry anywhere. These authors have well-earned reputations. Order these two books; and discover why!
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great little book,
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This review is from: The Weaver's Companion (The Companion Series) (Spiral-bound)
Great book, esp. for beginner weavers. It has just about every little fast fact needed for weaving in case you forget steps along the way.
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Good reference, once it was finally published,
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This review is from: The Weaver's Companion (The Companion Series) (Spiral-bound)
This book is about what I expected after seeing the Knitter's Companion. The various charts and explanations are helpful, and it will be a good reference book.
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The fundamental job of a loom is to hold a set of warp threads taut. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
apron rod, repair thread, back beam, needle pointing, warp threads, plain weave, balance arm New!
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The fundamental job of a loom is to hold a set of warp threads taut. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
apron rod, repair thread, back beam, needle pointing, warp threads, plain weave, balance arm New!
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- A Handbook of Weaves: 1875 Illustrations by G. H. Oelsner in Back Matter
- Handwoven Scarves by Interweave Press in Back Matter
- The Shuttle-Craft Book of American Hand-Weaving by Mary Meigs Atwater in Back Matter
- Tapestry Weaving: A Comprehensive Study Guide by Nancy Harvey in Back Matter
- The Rag Rug Handbook by Janet Meany in Back Matter
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