"At long last, here's a book that will inspire beginners....[This] carefully constructed guidebook leads the novice...through the basic straight and bias basket weaving techniques needed." - Decorating Ideas. "Highly recommended."- NAEA News. "From the complex to the simple, the author seeks ways to make twill basketry interesting and possible."- Arts & Activities.
This book has wonderful pictures and text to guide the relatively new basket maker in making complex and beautiful baskets of all shapes and sizes. It is a treasure.
A Great Book - But, Not For Beginner's...
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
This is a great intermediate to advanced weaver's book. Although in the back she does cover straight and basic plaiting techniques, this book is for basket weaver's who are serious about their art and want to add color and/or artistic designs into their baskets. Not only does it teach you how to incorporate geometric designs in your work, it also teaches you how to draft your own artwork designs. The book covers twill weave, how to wrap your weavers, materials used, adding color and weaver tension. Also included is design weaving: basic blocks and diamond patterns as well as variations on the two; creating folded baskets, undulating twills and double weaving. You'll learn how to incorporate many different lines (such as a swirl pattern) and other fun shapes. Learn color techniques and how to correctly match multiple colors in one piece. Plus, learn how to read draft plans, build complex twills, and how to draft your own designs. Very easy to read and understand. Loads of wonderful color pictures as well as black and white draft plans to help you get started. A metric conversion chart and basket supply sources are included. 144 pages (hardback edition).
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