Clothing from the Hands That Weave

By Anita Luvera Mayer

Book Overview

"Clothing from the Hands that Weave" is a remarkable book that traces the history of weaving and fashion from the beginning of time through the modern era. Part memoir, part weaving instruction, part historical textbook, "Clothing from the Hands that Weave" will educate and inspire you. Detailed descriptions and analyses of ancient clothing styles and construction techniques are combined with wildly creative and exciting ideas for updating and adapting them. From simple loom-shaped rectangles to a stunning, entirely hand-woven wardrobe, this book has got it all. Filled to the brim with notes, tips, patterns, and more, "Clothing from the Hands that Weave" is truly one-of-a-kind among weaving books.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1626543356
• ISBN13: 9781626543355
• Release Date: January 2016
• Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.5" x 11.0"

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Contents

clothing from the hand that weaves anita mayer 1984 contents history of rectangular garments the type to weave the fit the edges and embellishments the fabric portfolio the pattern the fabric finishing the warp layout records