A Handbook of Weaves (Paperback)

by G. H. Oelsner (Author)

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Basic reference work with 1,875 patterns and full technical information for looming them.

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Text: English, German (translation)

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Product Details Paperback: 402 pages Publisher: Dover Publications (June 1, 1952) Language: English ISBN-10: 0486231690 ISBN-13: 978-0486231693 Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 5.9 x 1.3 inches Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #999,178 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 books cite this book:

• Mastering Weave Structures: Transforming Ideas into Great Cloth by Sharon Alderman in Back Matter (1), Back Matter (2), and Back Matter (3)
• Color-and-weave II by Margaret B Windeknecht in Front Matter, and Back Matter
• Textiles: A Handbook for Designers (Revised Edition) by Marypaul Yates on page 105
• The Weaver's Companion (The Companion Series) by Madelyn van der Hoogt in Back Matter

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 21 of 23 people found the following review helpful: 1.0 out of 5 stars Not for the inexperienced weaver, May 4, 2004 By  C. Granger "Christopher" (St. Louis, MO / New York, NY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    I was thoroughly disappointed in this book as it does not include basic draft information for the weave structures. Neither the "flap" information or descriptions of the book indicate that this is an advanced book and not a "how to" book of weave structures and drafts. Perhaps later on I will understand how to derive construction information from weave structure. When that happens this book may be useful. Until then it is of limited to no use since it does not include basic (threading, tie-up, treading) draft information for the journeyman or inexperienced weaver. 0 of 1 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Weaving handbook, September 1, 2008 By  Gerilyn Art (Sacramento CA USA) - See all my reviews I use this book as a reference when creating my own patterns. Would be good for experienced weavers. 9 of 39 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Handbook of Weaves, June 15, 2000 By A Customer A must have book for anyone who wishes to extend his basic knowledge of weaves.		Ad feedback   Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 402 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications (June 1, 1952)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0486231690
• ISBN-13: 978-0486231693
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 5.9 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #999,178 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

21 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not for the inexperienced weaver, May 4, 2004

By	C. Granger "Christopher" (St. Louis, MO / New York, NY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I was thoroughly disappointed in this book as it does not include basic draft information for the weave structures. Neither the "flap" information or descriptions of the book indicate that this is an advanced book and not a "how to" book of weave structures and drafts. Perhaps later on I will understand how to derive construction information from weave structure. When that happens this book may be useful. Until then it is of limited to no use since it does not include basic (threading, tie-up, treading) draft information for the journeyman or inexperienced weaver.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Weaving handbook, September 1, 2008

By	Gerilyn Art (Sacramento CA USA) - See all my reviews

I use this book as a reference when creating my own patterns. Would be good for experienced weavers.

9 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Handbook of Weaves, June 15, 2000

By A Customer

A must have book for anyone who wishes to extend his basic knowledge of weaves.