The purpose of these Hand Books is to bring the Various Branches of the Textile Industry conveniently arranged before the reader so that he may consult whatever subject of the Industry he is more particularly interested in.
This book contains a comprehensive guide to hand-loom weaving, with information on tools and equipment, materials and quantities, pattern weaving, weaving with cards, and much more.
"e;Weaving Patterns of Yesterday and Today"e; explores the history of weaving and weaving patterns, first looking at its origins before walking the reader trough the various methods used to produce different patterns.
"e;Cane Work"e; is a classic guide to weaving baskets, offering the reader simple instructions on how to make a variety of baskets, ranging from the simple and practical to ornate and decorative.
Do you want to make scarves and wraps but feel intimidated by knitting needles, looms, or crochet hooks--or are you just always interested in trying a new technique?
This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to tablet weaving, with information on basic principles, notes on proper technique, handy tips, directions for application, and much more.
Baskets made of baleen, the fibrous substance found in the mouths of plankton-eating whalesa malleable and durable material that once had commercial uses equivalent to those of plastics todaywere first created by Alaska Natives in the early years of the twentieth century.
