- Hardcover: 104 pages
- Publisher: Davis; illustrated edition edition (Jun 30 2001)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0871924935
- ISBN-13: 978-0871924933
- Product Dimensions: 26.2 x 22.1 x 1.5 cm
- Shipping Weight: 635 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #740,282 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Gr. 4-7. For centuries, weaving has been a creative and practical part of every human culture across the globe. This well-illustrated collection of 18 step-by-step weaving projects, created by elementary-school art specialist Monaghan, captures that ancient legacy with contemporary flare. Divided into five chapters, the text explores the basics of weaving (with photos and step-by-step instructions), loom construction (cardboard, strap looms, and more), and potential mediums. From very simple paper placemats to complex beaded designs, Monaghan tackles each project clearly. The sophisticated design, with high-quality, often color photos, seems aimed more at grown-ups than at students, and younger children will need adult assistance in following the directions, despite their clarity. But older kids who love crafts won't be able to resist this how-to, which offers plenty of project fun. Kelly Halls
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Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved
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“Hooray! A weaving book for kids with projects that actually work....Some of the projects are small pouches, mug rugs, rag placemats, two tapestry samplers, and a great ikat dyed belt....There are beautiful photographs throughout....You Can Weave! could easily be enjoyed by students of any age....This book is indispensable.”—Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Very good but somewhat flawed.,
By Anja "college librarian" (Alamosa, CO United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: You Can Weave!: Projects for Young Weavers (Hardcover)
This book contains instructions for creative and enjoyable weaving projects. Instructions are clearly written and are well illustrated. Supplies required are easily available.The title makes it sound as if it is a children's book (YOU can weave), and in some ways it is written as a child's book. But instructions are all addressed to a teacher of children. As a result, the book suffers slightly from a mixed identity. Mixed in with the illustrations of completed projects done by students are photos of weavings done by knowledgeable weavers using different types of looms than those used in the book. These weavings are much more impressive in appearance than the children's weavings (logically so), but it can lead to disappointment if the reader thinks this book will enable him/her to produce items like those shown.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great possibilities,
This review is from: You Can Weave!: Projects for Young Weavers (Hardcover)
This book is a great resource for the development of lessons for children in the 9 - 14 age range. I used this to prepare a lesson for a home school group. The children really enjoyed the process as well as the end product. This book is full of "do-able" projects with a topic which otherwise can overburden young people with tedium. I would, however, recommend that the teacher practice the projects with the materials to be used. For instance, poster board is too thin for the activities in which a cardboard loom is used.
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Treasure for Weavers and Teachers,
By Sandra Staff-Koetter (Rathdrum, ID) - See all my reviews
This review is from: You Can Weave!: Projects for Young Weavers (Hardcover)
This book will be useful to anyone who has an interest in weaving. It is geared to those who teach elementary age children, art specialists, classroom teachers, daycare providers, summer school or camp instructors, and, of course, parents. The projects are aimed towards young weavers but could be used by anyone to learn how to weave with readily available materials.The 18 projects move from easiest to most difficult building vocabulary and skills with each lesson. The vocabulary and materials are listed for each project. The directions are clearly stated and easy to follow. Each project is illustrated with excellent photographs. Interdisciplinary ideas are included for each chapter. If you are a weaver you will love the sidebars of historical background and vivid photographs of cultural pieces for each of the projects. The colors and photographs are inspirational. As a weaver for 30 years and an elementary teacher for 24 years I believe there is something here for every weaver and would be weaver.
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