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  • Practical Paracord Projects

    Survival Bracelets, Lanyards, Dog Leashes, and Other Cool Things You Can Make Yourself

    Parachute cord, which is now universally known as paracord, is a lightweight nylon rope originally used by paratroopers during World War II. It is now employed as a general purpose utility cord by military personnel and civilians alike. Paracord is an ideal material for making whips, for example, due to its durability and flexibility. Hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts have made survival ... Read more

    $8.99 USD

  • Silk for the Vikings

    Series Book 15 - Ancient Textiles
    The analysis of silk is a fascinating topic for research in itself but here, focusing on the 9th and 10th centuries, Marianne Vedeler takes a closer look at the trade routes and the organization of production, trade and consumption of silk during the Viking Age. Beginning with a presentation of the silk finds in the Oseberg burial, the richest Viking burial find ever discovered, the other silk ... Read more

    $21.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Whole Craft of Spinning

    From the Raw Material to the Finished Yarn

    by Carol Kroll ...
    Series series Dover Crafts: Weaving & Dyeing
    The ancient craft of spinning is becoming increasingly popular with today's modern craft enthusiasts as it provides a method of creating unique, personal and unusual yarns that can be used in contemporary weaving, knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, embroidery and macramé. It is a highly creative craft, yet simple to learn, and therein lies both its fascination and challenge. The story of spinning ... Read more

    $7.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Spinner's Book of Fleece

    A Breed-by-Breed Guide to Choosing and Spinning the Perfect Fiber for Every Purpose

    by Beth Smith ...
    The characteristics of fleece — its structure, grease content, and fiber diameter — vary widely depending on the breed of sheep the fleece comes from. In this comprehensive guide, Beth Smith profiles 21 types of fleece, from bouncy and pliant to lacy and lightweight. A sheep-by-sheep reference describes the best way to wash and spin each fleece into rich, soft yarn. You’ll soon be confidently ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

  • Handwoven Table Linens

    27 Fabulous Projects From a Master Weaver

    by Tom Knisely ...
    Master weaver Tom Knisely presents patterns and ideas to spruce up your table with new weavesTom Knisely, author of bestseller Rag Rug Weaving and Handwoven Baby Blankets, has now turned his attention to one of the most popular categories of weaving: table linens. Placemats, runners, tablecloths, and napkins play a central role in creating the look of a dining room or kitchen table, and this book ... Read more

    $16.99 USD

  • The Dyer's Handbook

    Memoirs of an 18th-Century Master Colourist

    Series Book 26 - Ancient Textiles
    Persian blue, pomegranate flower, spiny lobster, wine soup, pale flesh, dove breast, golden wax, grass green, green sand, rotten olive, modest plum, agate, rich French gray, gunpowder of the English……..just some of the color names of old fabric to fire the imagination. Memoirs on Dyeing concerns a unique manuscript from the eighteenth century; a dyers memoirs from Languedoc, containing recipes for ... Read more

    $32.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Weaving a Navajo Blanket

    The author spent four summers (1930–33) living and working among the Navajo, during which time she learned the principles of weaving. In this book she takes readers through the same process, introducing the careful details, the personalities she encountered, and the materials and methods of weaving in the Navajo style.The spinning of the yarn, the dyes, the equipment, the weaving processes, the ... Read more

    $12.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Prehistoric, Ancient Near Eastern & Aegean Textiles and Dress

    Series series Ancient Textiles
    Textile and dress production, from raw materials to finished items, has had a significant impact on society from its earliest history. The essays in this volume offer a fresh insight into the emerging interdisciplinary research field of textile and dress studies by discussing archaeological, iconographical and textual evidence within a broad geographical and chronological spectrum. The thirteen ... Read more

    $32.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Spin Control

    Techniques for Spinning the Yarns You Want

    by Amy King ...
    From soft, bulky single yarns to serviceable three-ply for heavy use, this guide to handspun yarns combines the positive traits of commercial yarns with personal touches. Focusing at first on the spinning wheel, emphasis is placed on the importance of adjusting and customizing the wheel for best results. Instructions on core spinning and less traditional techniques lead off the beaten path to ... Read more

    $7.99 USD $6.99 USD

  • Textiles and Cult in the Ancient Mediterranean

    Series Book 31 - Ancient Textiles
    Twenty-four experts from the fields of Ancient History, Semitic philology, Assyriology, Classical Archaeology, and Classical Philology come together in this volume to explore the role of textiles in ancient religion in Greece, Italy, The Levant and the Near East. Recent scholarship has illustrated how textiles played a large and very important role in the ancient Mediterranean sanctuaries. In ... Read more

    $34.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Spinning and Weaving

    Series series Heritage Crafts & Skills
    A look at the extensive history of the folkcraft, its presence in the modern world, and resources to help beginners enter the world of textile artistry.This book offers a whistle-stop guide to the history of spinning and weaving. The story begins in prehistory when people first wove yarns to create clothing and blankets. The book explores how spinning and weaving have continued to be important ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Start Spinning

    by Maggie Casey ...
    For knitters, crocheters, and weavers ready to make their own yarn, this handy guide provides detailed instructions for spinning both on a spindle and a wheel, and offers a special section devoted to troubleshooting and wheel maintenance that keeps projects on track. It offers a comprehensive look at the various available fiber options, choosing and preparing each type of fiber for use, and ... Read more

    $10.99 USD $8.99 USD

  • Kumihimo; The Japanese Art of Braiding, 3rd Edition

    The art of braiding has been practiced for thousands of years. Back in Egyptian times, the ancients discovered that by braiding papyrus and other reeds, the end product was much stronger and more stable than by using the reeds in their natural form. Ancient mariners would make their ropes out of local grasses and other materials, which resulted in sturdy ships that could cross vast distances. In ... Read more

    $2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Art of Tapestry Weaving

    A Complete Guide to Mastering the Techniques for Making Images with Yarn

    Put aside those preconceptions of dusty, medieval tapestries hanging on castle walls! Tapestry weaving has a whole new look, and fiber enthusiasts of all levels are eager to try their hand at creating images with yarn. Rebecca Mezoff, a renowned teacher of contemporary tapestry weaving, shares her techniques in this in-depth guide to every aspect of the process, from developing a color palette to ... Read more

    $16.99 USD

  • Studies in Primitive Looms - African Looms

    by H. Ling Roth ...
    Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Read more

    $6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Weaving Rag Rugs

    New Approaches in Traditional Rag Weaving

    by Tom Knisely ...
    Every weaver weaves a rag rug--or two, or three. In this long-awaited book, well-known weaver and teacher Tom Knisely shares his knowledge and expertise in this collection of favorite rag rug patterns. ... Read more

    $18.99 USD

  • Handwoven Baby Blankets

    by Tom Knisely ...
    What better way to welcome that precious, tiny new person than with a luxurious, handwoven blanket! These beautiful, colorful designs will appeal to today's contemporary moms, as well as lovers of traditional weaves. ... Read more

    $15.99 USD

  • Shadow Weave Simply

    Understanding the Weave Structure 25 Projects to Practice Your Skills

    Add Shadow Weave to your repertoire with Susan Kesler-Simpson's easy-to-follow instructions.Susan's approach is to first break down the structure of Shadow Weave so that any level weaver can understand how alternating light and dark threads in both warp and weft can present a dominant motif outlined with an identical shadow. She walks you through how the structure builds and weaves, and once you ... Read more

    $20.99 USD

  • A Beginners Guide to the Art of Leather Crafting

    Simple Leatherworking Step-by-Step Techniques with Tips to Creating Exquisite Leather Projects

    Welcome to the beautiful world of the art of leather crafting for all time!An essential guide for beginners and experienced hands alikeEasy-to-understand compendium with well-described leather preparation processesGain invaluable tips on the use of leather working tools such as punches, stamps, bevellers, etc, and other leather preservation and working methodsAcquire leatherworking skills such as ... Read more

    $4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Spin Art

    Mastering the Craft of Spinning Textured Yarn

    by Jacey Boggs ...
    Jacey Boggs helps you bring textured and novelty yarns to the next level in Spin Art. Inside you'll learn all the secrets behind her exciting new fusion of traditional spinning and envelope-pushing creativity.The yarn styles explored in this comprehensive spinning guide are as well made as they are inventive. Jacey walks you through each of her techniques, with a refreshing mixture of quirky, ... Read more

    $9.99 USD $7.99 USD

  • Weaving With Small Appliances - Book II - Tablet Weaving

    by Luther Hooper ...
    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. We have selected this book for modern republication due to its educational value, and highly recommend it for those looking for an introduction to the subject. Contents include: “How Tablet Weaving Differs in ... Read more

    $6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Loom Magic Charms!

    25 Cool Designs That Will Rock Your Rainbow

    Rainbow Looms have taken the world by storm! With projects of every variety, from bracelets, rings, and necklaces, to sports fan memorabilia, to cute little critters, there is a fun creation for every loomer out there.As loomers get more skilled, they are looking to go beyond bracelets-and charms are where it’s at! These little decorations can adorn bracelets, necklaces, or even shoelaces and ... Read more

    $7.99 USD

  • How To Restore A Hand Woven Cane Chair Seat

    How to replace a broken cane seat in a chair. A comprehensive fully illustrated diy guide for beginners clearly explaining every part of the six way weaving process. Written by a professional restorer, tried and tested for many years in paper form, this guide has helped thousands of people restore and recycle loads of furniture that may otherwise have been dumped! ... Read more

    $2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Spinning 101

    Step by Step from Fleece to Yarn with Wheel or Spindle

    by Tom Knisely ...
    Welcome to Tom’s beginner spinning class! Come on in and he will teach you everything you need to know to turn raw wool into your first hand spun yarn. Tom has been teaching introductory spinning for over 30 years, and in this book, he shares all of this knowledge in his easy-to-understand manner, illustrated with photographs to guide you through each of the steps.From how to choose a spinning ... Read more

    $16.99 USD