This easy-to-use guide covers choosing, setting up, and weaving on a rigid heddle loom. Instructions are included to make wonderful projects and plain-weave variations. This book appeals to beginning and experienced weavers who value its thriftiness and versatility.
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This easy-to-use guide covers choosing, setting up, and weaving on a rigid heddle loom. Instructions are included to make wonderful projects and plain-weave variations. This book appeals to beginning and experienced weavers who value its thriftiness and versatility.
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With instructions for how to make wonderful projects and plain-weave variations, this user-friendly guide covers choosing, setting up, and weaving on a rigid heddle loom. Both beginners and experienced weavers will value its thriftiness and versatility.
About the Author
Betty Davenport earned the Certificate of Excellence from the Handweavers Guild of America through her work on the rigid heggle loom. This study, in expanded form, appeared as Textures and Patterns for the Rigid Heggle Loom. Betty contributes frequently to many textile magazines. Betty's rich background and practical approach allow her to combine simplicity and elegance in her weaving and in her teaching.
In this easy-to-use guide, rigid-heddle teacher and enthusiast Betty Davenport welcomes you to the exciting world of rigid-heddle weaving. This book starts with the basics: how rigid heddle looms work and how to choose the right loom for your needs. Then a series of projects gives you hands-on experience in how to set up the loom, weave beautiful cloth, and create handsome finishes. You'll make attractive household fabrics, accessories, and garments while progressing from the basics of plain weave through spaced warp, tapestry, inlay and hand-manipulated lace techniques. In addition to rigid-heddle skills, Hands on Rigid Heddle Weaving provides a solid introduction to color and design, applicable to any weaving project. This book appeals to beginning and experienced weavers alike for its simple, inviting approach to these portable, friendly, versatile little looms.
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