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Weaving Made Easy: 17 Projects Using a Simple Loom
Author(s): Liz Gipson (Author)
- Publisher: Interweave
- Publication Date: 1 Oct. 2008
- Language: English
- Print length: 128 pages
- ISBN-10: 159668075X
- ISBN-13: 9781596680753
Book Description
Weaving Made Easy is the beginning weavers’ ultimate guide to making fun, simple, and functional weaving projects from start to finish. It features seventeen simple projects made on the rigid heddle loom, a small, portable, and affordable weaving loom.
Weaving Made Easy includes:
Weaving Made Easy includes:
A step-by-step guide on getting started weaving; weaving vocab 101, tools and materials explained, the basics of warp and weft, and how to start weaving
Clear instructions for how to make various practical fabrics, from drapy to sturdy scarves and bags to belts, placemats, rugs, and more.
Weaving Made Easy includes an abundance of tips and techniques for color, design, construction, and embellishment in weaving. With clear, concise step-by-step photographs and instructions, this is the ideal book for beginning weavers.
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About the Author
Liz Gipson first learned to weave at age five. She took up weaving once again while attending Colorado State University, where she studied fiber art and community development. Liz is the former managing editor of Spin-Off magazine and the current managing editor of Handwoven magazine. She is the spinning and weaving host of the new public television series, Knitting Daily TV, and has made appearances on the DIY and HGTV programs Knitty Gritty and Uncommon Threads. Liz is also the president of the Spinning and Weaving Association (SWA).
