- Hardcover: 144 pages
- Publisher: Sterling Publishing; illustrated edition edition (Feb 6 2003)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 093727464X
- ISBN-13: 978-0937274644
- Product Dimensions: 25.4 x 21.3 x 1.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 680 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
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#1,300,571 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #76 in Books > Home & Garden > Crafts & Hobbies > Baskets
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"From the complex to the simple, the author seeks ways to make twill basketry both interesting and possible." Arts & Activities magazine
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From basic techniques to sophisticated designs, TWILL BASKETRY is an indispensable book for anyone who enjoys the glorious variations of twills. Thorough explanations of basic patterns such as diamonds, blocks, and linear twills are accompanied by tips on technique and materials. Hundreds of how-to illustrations and sumptuous photos inspire creativity.
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A Great Book - But, Not For Beginner's...,
By Charlene Thompson "Forever Learning New Things" (Virginia Beach, VA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Twill Basketry: A Handbook of Designs, Techniques, and Styles (Hardcover)
This is a great intermediate to advanced weaver's book. Although in the back she does cover straight and basic plaiting techniques, this book is for basket weaver's who are serious about their art and want to add color and/or artistic designs into their baskets. Not only does it teach you how to incorporate geometric designs in your work, it also teaches you how to draft your own artwork designs. The book covers twill weave, how to wrap your weavers, materials used, adding color and weaver tension. Also included is design weaving: basic blocks and diamond patterns as well as variations on the two; creating folded baskets, undulating twills and double weaving. You'll learn how to incorporate many different lines (such as a swirl pattern) and other fun shapes. Learn color techniques and how to correctly match multiple colors in one piece. Plus, learn how to read draft plans, build complex twills, and how to draft your own designs. Very easy to read and understand. Loads of wonderful color pictures as well as black and white draft plans to help you get started. A metric conversion chart and basket supply sources are included. 144 pages (hardback edition).
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A Great Book - But, Not For Beginner's...,
By Charlene Thompson "Forever Learning New Things" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Twill Basketry: A Handbook of Designs, Techniques, and Styles (Hardcover)
This is a great intermediate to advanced weaver's book. Although in the back she does cover straight and basic plaiting techniques, this book is for basket weaver's who are serious about their art and want to add color and/or artistic designs into their baskets. Not only does it teach you how to incorporate geometric designs in your work, it also teaches you how to draft your own artwork designs. The book covers twill weave, how to wrap your weavers, materials used, adding color and weaver tension. Also included is design weaving: basic blocks and diamond patterns as well as variations on the two; creating folded baskets, undulating twills and double weaving. You'll learn how to incorporate many different lines (such as a swirl pattern) and other fun shapes. Learn color techniques and how to correctly match multiple colors in one piece. Plus, learn how to read draft plans, build complex twills, and how to draft your own designs. Very easy to read and understand. Loads of wonderful color pictures as well as black and white draft plans to help you get started. A metric conversion chart and basket supply sources are included. 144 pages (hardback edition).
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A Treasure to Peruse and Use,
By Ohioan - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Twill Basketry: A Handbook of Designs, Techniques, and Styles (Paperback)
This book is a treasure. The black and white basket photos are inspiring, so much so, emphasizing pattern, that when LaPlantz later shows some of the same baskets in full color, the baskets seem to loose some of their power. This book is for intermediate to advanced weavers, and it's of great benefit to those who are looking for something challenging to weave. There are no patterns in the book, but LaPlantz gives the name of the pattern and weaver of every basket whose weaver and pattern are known, so you could go online, find the pattern, and buy it. Weaving just one of these baskets should keep you occupied for a long time! While there are no patterns, there are many diagrams, so that you can see what you're doing with the twill you're weaving. A very worthwhile basket book.
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Admirable and Useful Basketry Manual,
By Lynne Matsuda - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: Twill Basketry: A Handbook of Designs, Techniques, and Styles (Paperback)
This book has wonderful pictures and text to guide the relatively new basket maker in making complex and beautiful baskets of all shapes and sizes. It is a treasure.
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