Else Regensteiner (1906–2003)

The Art of Weaving is an indispensable handbook for every weaver, beginner and expert. Included here are not only the fundamentals of weaving--essential information about looms and other equipment, yarns, how to design a warp and warp the loom, drafting, the basic weaves, and pattern weaves--but also how to apply this knowledge to discover the many faces of weaving. Many different weave structures are covered: double weaves; tapestry techniques; knotted pile, and flat-woven rugs; and two- show more and three-dimensional wall hangings.
This book not only teaches the techniques, simple and complex, of weaving; it stimulates creative expression. An entire chapter is devoted to design--composition, color, form and function, the sources of inspiration.
Every weaver will appreciate, too, these special features of The Art of Weaving: how to make and weave with a back-strap loom, how to estimate yardage for warp and weft, how to convert rising-shed loom directions for use with a sinking shed; how to read any draft, and a comprehensive glossary of the weaver's language. show less

covers equipment, yarns, warp and weaves, pattern weaves, double weaves, design, tapestry, rugs, wall hangings, collecting and preserving textiles. Many black and white photos, a few in color.

covers equipment, yarns, warp and weaves, pattern weaves, double weaves, design, tapestry, rugs, wall hangings, collecting and preserving textiles. Many black and white photos, a few in color.

covers equipment, yarns, warp and weaves, pattern weaves, double weaves, design, tapestry, rugs, wall hangings, collecting and preserving textiles. Many black and white photos, a few in color.