The Weaver's Idea Book: Creative Cloth on a Rigid Heddle Loom
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...
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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 opens new avenues for exploration on both the rigid-heddle and multishaft looms. Library Journal Rigid heddle weaving is an accessible way to try weaving without investing the time (and the floor space) for a larger loom, but it is often seen as restrictive and limiting. Patrick's collection of patterns and projects explores the possibilities of weaving on a rigid heddle loom. From basic plain weaves to finger-controlled and pick-up techniques, Patrick guides weavers of all skill levels. Complex techniques are illustrated with step-by-step photographs, and all patterns are both photographed and charted. This is an excellent addition to any weaving collection.
Preface Acknowledgements Introduction Weaving Basics Chapter 1: Everything about plain weave Introduction Balanced weaves Spaced warps Felted fabrics Stripes Plaids Textured yarns Project: Felted scarf Project: Sturdy tote Chapter 2: Exploring the finger-controlled weaves Picked-up loops Danish medallions Brooks bouquet Leno Spanish Lace Project: hanging Project: table mat Chapter 3: The power of the pick-up stick How to use a pick-up stick for weft floats How to use a pick-up stick for wrap floats How to use a pick-up stick for weft and warp floats Pick-up patterns, including drafts Project: Top with pattern trim Project: Felted skirt with picked-up belt loops Project: Honeycomb pillow pair Chapter 4: Warp- and weft-faced fabrics Weft-faced weaves Cut pile, the ghiordes knot Picked-up loop pile Weft-faced color-and-weave Krokbragd Meet and separate, Project: meet and separate coasters Warp-faced weaves Warp-emphasis fabrics Warp-faced bands Pick-up on warp-faced bands Project: wide belt with string tie Chapter 5: Everything about two-heddle weaving How to thread and use two heddles Two-heddle patterns Two-heddles and pick-up stick Project: Apron with paper pile Double weave Glossary Appendix Bibliography
\ Library JournalRigid heddle weaving is an accessible way to try weaving without investing the time (and the floor space) for a larger loom, but it is often seen as restrictive and limiting. Patrick's collection of patterns and projects explores the possibilities of weaving on a rigid heddle loom. From basic plain weaves to finger-controlled and pick-up techniques, Patrick guides weavers of all skill levels. Complex techniques are illustrated with step-by-step photographs, and all patterns are both photographed and charted. This is an excellent addition to any weaving collection.\ \
