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The Big Book of Weaving: Handweaving in the Swedish Tradition: Techniques, Patterns, Designs and Materials | 
 enlarge | Authors: Laila Lundell, Elisabeth Windesjo
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
Category: Book
List Price: $29.95
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Rating:  5 reviews
Sales Rank: 96722
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 3
Pages: 272
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.2
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 8.4 x 1
ISBN: 1570763925
Dewey Decimal Number: 746.1404109485
EAN: 9781570763922
ASIN: 1570763925
Publication Date: May 1, 2008
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Product Description
The fascinating subject of handweaving is fully explored in this reference, which covers basic subjects such as warping a loom and making bobbins of weft, as well as more elaborate, highly decorative projects. Patterns are arranged by varying levels of difficulty and design so beginners and experienced weavers alike will discover new insights and concepts. Among the 40 step-by-step projects included in this volume are designs for baby blankets, shawls, table cloths, and linen hand towels.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Great Resource May 20, 2008
Ellen C. Germann (Tucson, AZ)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I purchased this book for a very specific reason - to figure out how to make my 4 harness Glimakra into an 8 harness. It did that and so much more. If I were a beginning weaver, this book would be a "must have" in my library. As a more seasoned weaver, I feel much the same way. Every technique has not only a verbal description but good diagrams as well. It covers the basics with good hints for making things easier. It goes beyond the basics with very useful information on patterns and materials. Thank you to the translator for making this available to us in English. A great resource!
 A Must for most weavers April 8, 2008
Douglas C. Wallis (West Australia)
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
This book is a must for the library of most weaver's
especially those with counter march or counter balance looms.
Doug. 8th April 2008
Motivational Weaving book April 28, 2008
S. Lund
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
This English translation of the Swedish version of this book makes it possible for more weavers to recreate awesome handwoven pieces. The directions are clear and the photography inspiring.
The Big Book of Weaving in the Swedish Tradition July 30, 2008
J. Menghini (Upstate New York)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I learned to weave, many years ago, while living in Norway, gave it up for another number of years but have now had the time to return to this wonderful past time. Weaving in the Swedish Tradition book was a Bible for Weavers back then and I'm thrilled to see that it has been translated into English.
I highly recommend this book for both novice and experienced weavers!
Thanks,
Happy Weaver
GREAT BOOK FOR BASICS August 14, 2008
Carolyn Piersee (Bend, OR)
This book is clearly presented. The book covers the basics, particularly for counterbalance, countermarch looms. It presents warping from back to front. Many helpful tips are given for basic weaving techniques. There are interesting Swedish style patterns and illustrations.
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