The Essential Illustrated Guide to Over 600 Fabric Weaves

Organised by type, from basic four-shaft structures to block drafts and double weaves, choose from a wide range of herringbone, twill, zigzag and diamond designs. Each weave features a clear, photographed swatch showing you the intricacies of each design, as well as an easy-to-follow colour chart indicating the threading sequence and order of work. All weaves are graded according to difficulty.

This large-size 'bible' for beginner and experienced weavers also contains:
- Explanations of basic weave structures
- Information on choosing and using looms and shuttles
- Colour charts and swatches
- Advice on working with colour, selecting and dyeing yarn, and suggested applications for your finished cloth

Introduction
Basic Equipment
Fibres
Yarns
Threading the Selvedges
Calculations: Sett
Calculations: Warp Length
Colour Theory
Directory
Basic Threadings
Block Drafts
Lace Weaves
Special Threadings
Finishing Your Piece
Glossary
Index
Resources
Credits

The Essential Illustrated Guide to Over 600 Fabric Weaves

Table of Contents

ANNE DIXON

HAND WEAVER'S PATTERN BOOK

ANNE DIXON

HAND WEAVER'S PATTERN BOOK