Tablet-Woven Accents for Designer Fabrics: Contemporary Uses for Ancient Techniques
Author: Inge Dam
The unique handwoven fabrics incorporating tablet-woven borders and accent bands are inspired by ancient textiles discovered in Danish bog and burial sites. In this book, the author describes the five tablet-weaving techniques she uses (Warp-Twined Tablet Weaving, Regular Double-Faced Tablet Weaving, Double-Faced 3/1 Broken Twill, `Missed Hole’ Technique, and Pebble Weave with Tablets), and explain her process for incorporating tablet weaving into loom-woven fabrics. She shares some unique border treatments and embellishments and provide pattern motifs and project ideas. The instructions are clear and well-illustrated with over 320 photos, diagrams, and drawings. Weavers who wish to expand the possibilities for creating decorative and fashion fabrics will find this a valuable guide. Tablet weavers will find exciting new applications for their weaving. Â
Product Details
- Hardcover:Â 140 pages, 320 photos, diagrams and drawings
- Publisher:Â Inge Dam (2013)
- Language:Â English
- ISBN-10:Â 098599830X
- ISBN-13:Â 9780991761401
- Dimensions:Â 8.5 x 10 x 0.6 inches




Reviews
There are no reviews yet.