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Contents, April 17, 2010
This review is from: Weaving a Tapestry (Paperback)
weaving a tapestry
laya brostoff
1982
first edition
"Weaving a Tapestry explores this simplest yet most expressive form of weaving with a depth and perspective not found in other books on the subject. From fundamentals to advanced,little-known techniques, from philosophy to design considerations, all the special problems and challenges of tapestry as an art form and fine craft are explored in this illustrated volume. An excellent reference for the novice as well as the advanced weaver."
Contents:
Tapestry weaver as artist
Tapestry design
Design organization in space
Additional design concepts
Color its choice & effect
Color its character
Looms & warping techniques
The cartoon
Planning finishing & hanging a tapestry
Fibers & yarns weaving techniques
Wrapping
Entanglements
Nine weavers-nine choices
Bibliography & index
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