More than just a survey of interlacements from simple to intricate, this thoughtful addition to every crafter’s library is a study course for weaving the best, most interesting, most successful fabrics imaginable. A liberating voice is given to each instruction, empowering weavers to discover the basic how-tos of their craft, such as how to design threadings, channel the design power of the tie-up, and make the most of threading options, as well as understand fibers, setts, and color interactions. Aspiring weavers will draw both inspiration and useful information from the clear explanations, wonderful examples, and color photographs of stunning fabrics featured throughout. This introduction to the fundamental principles of weave structure is the result of more than 30 years of serious study and is destined to become a classic for all weavers.
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“It will appeal to weavers wanting to increase their knowledge of textiles, structures, and cloth function.” -- Shuttle, Spindle & Dyepot
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Sharon Alderman is a weaver who teaches and lectures widely, and was awarded the Utah Governor’s Award in the Arts in 1996. Her work has been shown in competitions and invitational exhibitions throughout North America and is held is in both public and private collections. She lives in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Hardcover
I have been weaving for about 2 years and found this book to be very helpful. It answers many technical questions I've had about various weave structures. The author discusses the structure, provides simple examples that then become building blocks for more complicated examples. She then provides beautiful examples of her work along with the structure explanations. The explanations are advanced in a logical order easy to follow and she often provides information on why certain fibers are good choices for a particular structure and what happens when less desirable fibers are chosen. This book is well thought out and very logically presented. In my view, this is a great book that will provide useful information to even the most advanced weaver.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A great technical resource for your weaving library
Jun 27 2004
By A Customer
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Format:Hardcover
I have been weaving for about 2 years and found this book to be very helpful. It answers many technical questions I've had about various weave structures. The author discusses the structure, provides simple examples that then become building blocks for more complicated examples. She then provides beautiful examples of her work along with the structure explanations. The explanations are advanced in a logical order easy to follow and she often provides information on why certain fibers are good choices for a particular structure and what happens when less desirable fibers are chosen. This book is well thought out and very logically presented. In my view, this is a great book that will provide useful information to even the most advanced weaver.
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent book, essential for really understanding weaves
Aug 16 2007
By Oxoned
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Format:Hardcover
I was very impressed by this book. I just picked it up a few days ago, and already have a much better understanding of what in a weave structure makes stable cloth, what to expect from different weaves in terms of draping and breathe-ability, working with Z and S-spun yarns, and even a bit about what to expect from different fibers (although this is not the focus of the book.) The construction of this book is also excellent--it's a heavy, hardbound book with coated paper and clear, well-shot photography. I'm excited to have this in my weaving library and highly recommend it.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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Great for your reference library
April 4 2007
By C. Reed
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Alderman is one of those rare combinations of artist AND teacher. The photographs grab you first. The charts are clear. The explanations are detailed enough for beginners. The various weave structures are charted for 2-, 3-, 4- 6-, 8-, and more-harnesses, as each structure may allow. Those new to weaving might find the directions less intimidating if they read the first two chapters before skimming the later chapters; the explanations will make more sense. This is a good boost to your creativity as well as a source to better understand weave structures.
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