Handweaver's Pattern Book: The essential illustrated guide to over 600 fabric weaves

Summary

Create wonderful woven fabric with this practical guide to more than 600 weaves for the loom. Organized 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 the intricacies of each design, as well as an easy-to-follow colour chart indicating the threading sequence and order of work. Inside you'll find: - 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