The Weaver's Companion (The Companion Series) (Spiral-bound)

by Madelyn van der Hoogt (Author) "The fundamental job of a loom is to hold a set of warp threads taut..." (more)
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From Library Journal
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.

Product Description
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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Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 112 pages
• Publisher: Interweave Press (September 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1883010810
• ISBN-13: 978-1883010812
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #34,561 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice reference, November 13, 2002

By	"probooks4u" (Shelley, Idaho) - See all my reviews

I'm a beginning weaver. This book has all the loom parts and the information a beginner needs. It also has some information that more advanced weavers may appreciate (but I don't yet understand).

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Learning to Weave & Weaver's Companion, December 20, 2005

By	Ray R. Boyce (USA-eastcoast) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great little book, October 13, 2005

By	J. Mitchell (Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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.