From expert weaver Anne Dixon comes The Weaver's Inkle Pattern Directory, the ultimate resource for inkle weavers. Inkle weaving is a simple technique that offers ample opportunity for experimentation to beginners and experienced weavers. This book is the most comprehensive tool available to inkle weavers. Inside, you'll find: * an overview of inkle weaving's history and traditions; * instructions for loom set-up and simple techniques; * an astonishing 400+ woven patterns; * illustrated samples and charts. This incomparable guide offers tips, tricks, and techniques to weave traditional and modern patterns and introduces a bounty of innovative new designs as well. Inkles created from these patterns can be used for a variety of projects, ranging from belts and braces to trims and neckpieces.
About the AuthorAnne Dixon weaves, lectures, and teaches throughout the U.S. and U.K. She is the author of Handweaver's Pattern Directory (Interweave), and has published booklets on inkle weaving, has contributed articles to a number of publications, including Handwoven magazine, and has exhibited both in the U.K. and abroad. She is a guild member of the Association of Weavers, Spinners, and Dyers, and a founding member of the Braid Society.
Book InformationISBN 9781596686472
Author Anne DixonPage Count 176
Imprint Interweave Press IncPublisher Interweave Press Inc
Weight(grams) 744g
Dimensions(mm) 242mm * 178mm * 26mm