The craft of the weaver

For thousands of years weaving has provided mankind with clothing, warmth, shelter and decoration. Today the hand-weaver is free to explore the effects of particular yarns, designs and weaves not economic for the industrial process. This book is a practical guide to weaving: it covers the different fibres and yarns, spinning and dyeing and a variety of techniques for weaving cloth, rugs and tapestry. Over 400 photographs and drawings illustrate the techniques with many examples of the rich traditions of weaving past and present. 152 pp.