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Zusatztext "Knitters! beware: Syne's book will make you a weaver. " — Cat Bordhi! author Versatildes "Inspiring! fresh ideas with excellent step-by-step photos." — Betty Linn Davenport! author Textures and Patterns for the Rigid Heddle Loom “I've been wanting this book and I didn't even know it! It makes me want to drop everything and weave — NOW." — Sarah Anderson! author The Spinner’s Book of Yarn Designs “Concrete information that all levels of weavers need to know now or in their future weaving lives.” — Peggy Osterkamp! author Weaving for Beginners "Here is the go-to handbook for every rigid-heddle weaver. Especially groundbreaking is Syne’s easy-to-follow method for translating 4-shaft weaves to the rigid-heddle loom! including twill! shadow weave! overshot! and more." — Madelyn van der Hoogt! founder The Weavers' School; former editor Weaver's and Handwoven magazines "An inspiring and comprehensive resource that holds the hands of beginners and challenges advanced rigid-heddle weavers with a broad range of techniques." — Jane Patrick! creative director Schacht Spindle Company; author The Weaver’s Idea Book Informationen zum Autor Syne Mitchell, author of Inventive Weaving on a Little Loom, teaches rigid-heddle weaving nationwide at conferences and private workshops. She is the host of the podcast, Weavecast, that features interviews with weavers and other artists from around the world. Klappentext Rigid-heddle weaving is simple to learn, is easy to master, and offers a lifetime of possibilities to discover! Inventive Weaving on a Little Loom covers everything rigid-heddle weavers need to know about the craft, from the basics — how to select a loom, set it up, and get started — to a wide variety of fun techniques that yield beautiful results. Begin by exploring a variety of weave structures, including finger-manipulated laces, tapestry, and color play with stripes, plaids, and multicolor yarns. Then move on to more complex designs and irresistible projects, from pillows and curtains to bags, shawls, and even jewelry. Explore warp-face patterning, weft-pile weaving, weaving with fine threads, woven shibori, shadow weave, and the textural effects you can create with different yarns and with wire and conductive thread. Everything you need to know is here, with fully illustrated step-by-step instructions to ensure success. Vorwort The craft of weaving is more accessible and affordable than ever with the rigid-heddle loom. This essential handbook unlocks the little tabletop loom's full potential with step-by-step photographs, innovative techniques, and contemporary projects. Zusammenfassung Inventive Weaving on a Little Loom covers everything rigid-heddle weavers need to know about the craft, from the basics — how to select a loom, how to set it up, and how to get started — to a wide variety of fun techniques that yield beautiful results. Inhaltsverzeichnis CHAPTER 1: Welcome to the Warp Side The Magic and Mystery of Weaving Old and New Looms: From Simple to Complex A Quick Tour of the Rigid-Heddle Loom What Kind of Rigid-Heddle Loom Should I Buy? CHAPTER 2: Get Set to Weave Choosing Yarn Planning Your Width and Length Sett for Success How Much Warp? How Much Weft?Measuring the Warp Using the Warping Board Method Warping with the Direct-Peg MethodWinding the Warp On and Threading Warping the Loom Threading the Holes Tying onto the FrontPreparing the Weft and Beginning to Weave Winding Weft Yarns Spreading the HeaderCHAPTER 3: Get Your Weave Thing Going Making the Shed Finding Your Beat Advancing the Warp Removing Your Woven Fabric from the LoomTech Support: When Things Go Wrong Tension Problems No (or Teensy) Shed Diagonal Fell Line Selvedge Problems Fabric ...
