Weaving Handbook

When designing textiles Åsa Pärson is reductive in her approach, allowing only the essential elements to remain. Her designs reflect her preference for fixed structures and have a clean, simple, and timeless expression. She currently resides in Stockholm, Sweden.Amica Sundström is a textile aficionado at heart. She is well-versed within her field, with a wide scope and a lot of in-depth detail, especially within the weaving. Working at the Swedish History Museum where she works as a curator, in charge of the textile collections. She is a much-appreciated speaker within the field of textiles, and specifically prehistoric textiles and dress.

• TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface: Weaving – a magical handcraft! 1. 12 Weaving Projects 2. 96 Looms & Tools3. 114 Materials4. 126 Setting Up a Weaving5. 160 Weaving Theory 6. 176 Pattern Drafting Theory 7. 240 Techniques for Art Weaves 8. 266 Finishing, Joining, Fabric Care282 Index, Acknowledgements