Author : Liz Gipson
Publisher : F+W Media, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1620332078
Total Pages : 410 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (23 download)
Book Synopsis Weaving Made Easy by : Liz Gipson
Download or read book Weaving Made Easy written by Liz Gipson and published by F+W Media, Inc.. This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The weaving expert and author of Handwoven Home crafts a beginner’s guide that’s “destined to become a classic reference book . . . stellar!” (Blisstree.com). Weaving Made Easy is the beginning weavers’ ultimate guide to making fun, simple, and functional weaving projects from start to finish. It features seventeen simple projects made on the rigid heddle loom, a small, portable, and affordable weaving loom. Weaving Made Easy includes: A step-by-step guide on getting started weaving; weaving vocab 101, tools and materials explained, the basics of warp and weft, and how to start weaving Clear instructions for how to make various practical fabrics, from drapey to sturdy scarves and bags to belts, placemats, rugs, and more Tips and techniques for color, design, construction, and embellishment in weaving are also included. With clear, concise step-by-step photographs and instructions, this is the ideal book for beginning weavers. “Most of the featured projects are designed with either earth or jewel tones, causing the woven stitches to pop from the pages of the book.” —Detroit News “Gipson focuses on inexpensive, easy-to-use rigid heddle looms in this much-needed addition, including an extensive overview of weaving basics and a collection of accessible, attractive patterns.” —Library Journal