The Art of Weaving

The Art of Weaving
Author: Else Regensteiner
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780764348563

With comprehensive text, diagrams, drafts, and examples of fine woven fabrics, this book about the art and craft of weaving offers complete coverage of the materials and equipment, the techniques and the creative possibilities of the medium. Now in its fourth edition, this indispensable handbook is a must-have resource for weavers of all skill levels. This timeless classic now features examples of contemporary work and discusses the use of digital tools for hand-weaving. Chapters include the fundamentals of weaving, as well as looms and other equipment, yarns, how to design a warp and warp the loom, drafting, the basic weaves, pattern weaves, and how to apply this knowledge to discover the many faces of weaving. Weave structures covered include tapestry techniques, knotted, pile, flat-woven rugs, and two- and three-dimensional wall hangings.

The Techniques and Art of Weaving

The Techniques and Art of Weaving
Author: Marylène Brahic
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014-03
Genre: Hand weaving
ISBN: 9780764344138

An in-depth and extensive look at the ancient art form of weaving through its history from around the world to present day and practical information and techniques for today's weaver. More than 600 images trace its origins and the types of looms and fiber available from stick to the Jacquard. Detailed, step-by-step instructions for various techniques â including warping, dressing the loom, threading, and tying â are presented in an organized, clear, and concise manner. Common mistakes and solutions for avoiding them are also illustrated. Assorted projects offer something for both beginning and advanced weavers. Make placemats, a table runner, or everyday decorations. Create a tapestry from wool or a plaid scarf. Weave a rug or a jacket. The possibilities are endless. Anyone interested in weaving will find this book to be an invaluable resource. It is a great addition to any weaver's library and is perfect for students of fashion and crafters.

Aho Mutunga Kore

Aho Mutunga Kore
Author: Miriama Evans
Publisher: Huia Publishers
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2005
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781869691615

This is a beautifully presented book featuring some stunning images and concise accounts of the concepts and values of traditional and contemporary Maori weaving. Featuring some of New Zealand's foremost Maori expert weavers, The Eternal Thread: The Art of Maori Weaving celebrates innovation and development of weaving and plaiting as art forms in modern times while acknowledging the technology developed by weavers through the past centuries.

Elements of Weaving

Elements of Weaving
Author: Azalea Stuart Thorpe
Publisher: Doubleday Books
Total Pages: 284
Release: 1967
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN:

On Weaving

On Weaving
Author: Anni Albers
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2003-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780486431925

This survey of textile fundamentals and methods, written by the foremost textile artist of the 20th century, covers hand weaving and the loom, fundamental construction and draft notation, modified and composite weaves, early techniques of thread interlacing, interrelation of fiber and construction, tactile sensibility, and design. 9 color illustrations. 112 black-and-white plates.

The Art of Paper Weaving

The Art of Paper Weaving
Author: Anna Schepper
Publisher: Quarry Books Editions
Total Pages: 163
Release: 2015-08
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1631590391

An introduction to paper weaving presents forty-six projects that include cones, stars, spheres, and boxes.

The Art of Scale Weaving

The Art of Scale Weaving
Author: Juan Antonio Rivera
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2017-06-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9781944213404

"The Art of Scale Weaving" has but one purpose; connection. It is through connection that we broaden our spectrum of understanding of the language of music through our instrument... the guitar. This book looks to achieve such connection by utilizing a new method known as Scale Weaving, which unifies different concepts such as triads, pentatonic scales and heptatonic scales. It is through connection that we can better understand the underlying relationships within these concepts.

The Art of Weaving

The Art of Weaving
Author: Else Regensteiner
Publisher:
Total Pages: 212
Release: 1981
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN:

A handbook for weavers, from beginners or experts. Essential information about looms, yarns, warping a loom, drafting, basic weaves and pattern weaves are included. Many different weave structures are covered: double weaves; tapestry techniques; knotted, pile and flat-woven rugs; and two- and three-dimensional wall hangings. Illustrated techniques, works in progress, and finished results.

Weaving as an Art Form

Weaving as an Art Form
Author: Theo Moorman
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Total Pages: 108
Release: 1975
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN:

Outstanding among textile artists -- Theo Moorman is a British weaver who has taught extensively in the United States. Illustrated with beautiful colour and black-and-white examples of her work are her thoughts on the design and aesthetic expression embodied in a woven fabric. The technique of weaving that bears her name is explained with numerous ways the Moorman technique may be varied and used with further exploration. Her experiences with commissioned works are utilised in a special chapter relating the problems and opportunities these present.

The Art Is the Cloth

The Art Is the Cloth
Author: Micala Sidore
Publisher:
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2020-06-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9780764359927

A colorful guided tour from an expert, enabling weavers, textile lovers, and art lovers to notice and appreciate what tapestries can do and how they do it. This guide from expert tapestry weaver and historian Sidore gives how-to strategies enabling weavers and nonweavers to notice and appreciate the meaning of these artworks. You'll discover much to enjoy in photos of more than 300 tapestries from the 12th to the 21st centuries. Sidore enables you to think about the weavings in ways you have never before considered as she groups pieces that talk with each other--and that also converse with the viewer. Enjoy learning basic elements of weaving to help you become increasingly sophisticated in understanding what you're seeing. Then, learn six ways in which tapestries can call attention to themselves as cloth. This eye-opening guide to seeing explains the great range of materials and visual themes, the use of trompe l'oeil, the importance of the direction in which the weaver weaves, and more. After this learning experience, you'll bring smarter eyes to your museum wandering, deeper enjoyment to your collection and purchases, and surprising new skills and creativity to your weaving of fibers . . . and of life.