Description
With clear instructions and detailed illustrations, this comprehensive guide walks you through the fundamentals of handweaving, from selecting the right loom and understanding fibers to mastering basic weaving techniques. Learn how to warp and thread your loom, choose the perfect yarn for your project, and create stunning woven pieces that reflect your unique style.
As you progress, uncover the secrets of advanced weaving techniques, including double weave, overshot weave, and pick-up patterns. Explore the art of tapestry weaving, transforming yarns into vibrant narratives, and venture into tablet weaving, crafting intricate bands and embellishments.
Discover the importance of finishing touches, from removing the fabric from the loom to washing and blocking, ensuring a professional and polished outcome. Draw inspiration from nature, cultural heritage, mixed media, and contemporary trends to create woven pieces that are both beautiful and meaningful.
With each chapter, delve deeper into the world of woven structures, exploring basket weave, honeycomb weave, waffle weave, and huck lace weave. Experiment with color and pattern exploration, creating harmonious palettes, captivating repeats, and stunning borders. Learn how to incorporate doublecloth, shadow weave, and weft-faced and warp-faced weaves to add depth and complexity to your woven creations.
“The Weaver’s Touch” is more than just a guide to handweaving techniques; it’s an invitation to embrace the weaver’s journey, a path of creativity, mindfulness, and self-expression. Whether you’re a seasoned weaver or just starting, this book will inspire you to explore the endless possibilities of this ancient craft and create woven masterpieces that will captivate and inspire.
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Language : English
Dimensions : 6 x 9 inches
Pages : 204 pages
Pasquale De Marco stands as a prolific author whose literary prowess knows no bounds. With a passion for storytelling that transcends genres, he has made a name for himself as a versatile writer with the extraordinary ability to captivate readers across diverse literary landscapes. His journey as an author is marked by an insatiable curiosity, a love for the written word, and a relentless commitment to sharing knowledge and experiences with the world.
Pasquale De Marco collaborates with a dedicated team of ghostreaders who assist him in evaluating and editing the manuscripts. His collaborators are not only skilled professionals but also avid readers who purchase and read books as a personal hobby. This unique blend of creativity allows Pasquale to push the boundaries of traditional publishing, making literature more accessible and diverse.
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