Who Were the First Weavers? (Industries, Tools & Implements of Animals)

Who Were the First Weavers? (Industries, Tools & Implements of Animals)
Author: Who
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-07-18
Genre:
ISBN: 9781020740565

This book explores the fascinating history of textile production, tracing the origins of weaving and spinning back to the earliest known examples. Drawing on a wide range of sources and archaeological evidence, the author explores the various tools and materials that have been used by weavers and spinners throughout history, as well as the important role played by animals in the production of textiles. This compelling work is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of human technology and innovation. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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 Age of Homespun

The Age of Homespun
Author: Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
Publisher: Vintage
Total Pages: 514
Release: 2009-08-26
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0307416860

They began their existence as everyday objects, but in the hands of award-winning historian Laurel Thatcher Ulrich, fourteen domestic items from preindustrial America–ranging from a linen tablecloth to an unfinished sock–relinquish their stories and offer profound insights into our history. In an age when even meals are rarely made from scratch, homespun easily acquires the glow of nostalgia. The objects Ulrich investigates unravel those simplified illusions, revealing important clues to the culture and people who made them. Ulrich uses an Indian basket to explore the uneasy coexistence of native and colonial Americans. A piece of silk embroidery reveals racial and class distinctions, and two old spinning wheels illuminate the connections between colonial cloth-making and war. Pulling these divergent threads together, Ulrich demonstrates how early Americans made, used, sold, and saved textiles in order to assert their identities, shape relationships, and create history.

To Weave for the Sun

To Weave for the Sun
Author: Rebecca Stone-Miller
Publisher:
Total Pages: 272
Release: 1994-11
Genre: Indian textile fabrics
ISBN: 9780500277935

Textiles were the Incas' most prized possessions. Their first gifts to European strangers were made not of gold and silver, but of camelid fibre and cotton. They believed that the highest form of weaving was created expressly for the sun, which they considered the greatest of the celestial powers.

Navaho Weaving

Navaho Weaving
Author: Charles Avery Amsden
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 434
Release: 2013-01-17
Genre: History
ISBN: 0486144801

First in-depth study of the technical aspects of Navaho weaving, plus history of the loom and its prototypes in the prehistoric Southwest, analysis and description of weaves, dyes, and more. Over 230 illustrations.

Who Were the First Weavers? (1874)

Who Were the First Weavers? (1874)
Author: Thomas Nelson and Sons Publisher
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Total Pages: 76
Release: 2009-08
Genre: Literary Collections
ISBN: 9781104930707

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

The Weaver's Idea Book

The Weaver's Idea Book
Author: Jane Patrick
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 568
Release: 2013-02-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1620331675

New and experienced weavers alike are always on the lookout for new weave-structure patterns. The Weaver's Idea Book presents a wide variety of patterns for the simple rigid-heddle loom, accompanied by harness drafts for multishaft looms. The techniques include leno, Brooks bouquet, soumak, and embroidery on fabric. Each chapter contains weaving patterns along with swatches illustrating the techniques, accompanied by step-by-step photography. The book is arranged by structure or type of weave, from variations on plain weave to doubleweave. With traditional patterns from around the world, bands, and fabrics woven on two double heddles, The Weaver's Idea Book brings together a variety of ways to create exquisite cloth. Weaving tips and tricks help weavers at all levels achieve their textile dreams. In addition to pattern drafts, Jane offers project ideas that guide the reader through creating functional woven projects, from wearables to home decor. Weaving, especially on rigid-heddle looms, is enjoying a resurgence, and contemporary weavers are in need of a book to bridge the divide between basic books and complex text designed for advanced weavers with sophisticated tools. Celebrating the immense potential for creativity possible with the simplest of tools, The Weaver's Idea Book eBook opens new avenues for exploration on both the rigid-heddle and multishaft looms.