Handweavers Pattern Book Revised Ed

by Marguerite Porter Davison

A modern handbook of four-harness patterns for weavers of all types, whether amateur or professional. Contains 345 threading directions ranging from simple twills to complicated techniques. Directions are set down in a simple diagram. A valuable aid to teachers, occupational therapists, interior decorators, commercial weavers, as well as home weavers.

217 pages, Hardcover

About the author

Marguerite Porter Davison began her career at Berea College under the guidance of Mrs. Anna Ernberg, who was encouraging the mountain people to bring forth their traditional colonial weaving patterns. As Mrs. Ernberg's assistant, Mrs. Davison became thoroughly familiar with these well-established and long-loved patterns.

Despite the cares of raising a family and of time generously given to numerous worthy causes, Mrs. Davison engaged extensively in weaving, teaching and lecturing. In later years much of her efforts were devoted to writing and publishing. She was an active member of the Associated Hand Weavers and of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen.

Today her published works live on, ensuring that her weaving patterns remain in the hearts and hands of those who carry on the tradition.