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Tapestry Weaving
This colourful, exciting book offers a rich source of stimulating and innovative ideas that will appeal to all abilities.
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96 pages, Paperback
First published June 1, 2002
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July 2, 2018
Concise yet complete summary of the steps and processes involved in weaving pictorial, geometric, or sculptural tapestries, including care and mounting of finished work. The best and clearest presentation on the subject that I have seen in 30 years of work with handweaving. I own six looms, ranging from a small rigid heddle frame through a 54 inch wide, 8 shaft floor loom. Two are designed for tapestry work and all can be adapted to it, but in spite of an abiding interest in this aspect of weaving, I have never been brave enough to try it. Kirsten Glasbrook may have finally convinced me that I can do it. There are massive treatises on the subject, of course, but they are overwhelming. This little book makes it look simple, and even fun to do.
November 14, 2012
An excellent beginner's book for tapestry students - this was the very first book I bought when learning. It goes through the basics with excellent step-by-step photos, which are better than any other book I have come across since.
June 19, 2014
Book review: Tapestry Weaving, by Kirsten Glasbrook
This is a great book for the beginning to intermediate tapestry artist. The layout is logical and systematic throughout. Perhaps the best feature of this book is the series of color photographs, which make her steps very easy to follow.
She teaches most of the techniques that a weaver needs to know, with the exception of the interlock weft used by the Navajo. Even without that, new weavers will be able to create many gorgeous designs of their own after reading (and working through) the ideas presented in this book.
One helpful tip she gives is on gauging the suitability of warp to weft. Instead of getting extremely technical – which can serve to intimidate the beginner and even the intermediate weaver – she says that one should choose a weft that will cover the warp. Also, she says to gauge how many ends-per-inch one’s piece needs, wrap the warp and the weft side-by-side on a ruler and then count the number of warp threads that gives one as a good estimation for one’s piece.
The book has helped improve my own technique, and has helped shape my ideas for the tapestry classes that I teach. Because the first two samplers she uses are a bit “dry,” her later ideas great jumping off points for new weavers to either follow a few more of her designs or begin designs on their own.
Ms. Glasbrook certainly has the credentials to support her book. She studied in both Denmark and England. Her current studio is in Devon, England, from which she teaches workshops and creates her beautiful work.
Reviewed by G.J. Paterson, author of Bird of Paradise.
This is a great book for the beginning to intermediate tapestry artist. The layout is logical and systematic throughout. Perhaps the best feature of this book is the series of color photographs, which make her steps very easy to follow.
She teaches most of the techniques that a weaver needs to know, with the exception of the interlock weft used by the Navajo. Even without that, new weavers will be able to create many gorgeous designs of their own after reading (and working through) the ideas presented in this book.
One helpful tip she gives is on gauging the suitability of warp to weft. Instead of getting extremely technical – which can serve to intimidate the beginner and even the intermediate weaver – she says that one should choose a weft that will cover the warp. Also, she says to gauge how many ends-per-inch one’s piece needs, wrap the warp and the weft side-by-side on a ruler and then count the number of warp threads that gives one as a good estimation for one’s piece.
The book has helped improve my own technique, and has helped shape my ideas for the tapestry classes that I teach. Because the first two samplers she uses are a bit “dry,” her later ideas great jumping off points for new weavers to either follow a few more of her designs or begin designs on their own.
Ms. Glasbrook certainly has the credentials to support her book. She studied in both Denmark and England. Her current studio is in Devon, England, from which she teaches workshops and creates her beautiful work.
Reviewed by G.J. Paterson, author of Bird of Paradise.
August 25, 2024
Perfect tutorial book for the begging tapestry student.
Step by step instructions with pictures to create a sampler with the common techniques.
Lovely inspiration in photographic detail of the author’s expertise and artistic vision.
Fantastic.
Step by step instructions with pictures to create a sampler with the common techniques.
Lovely inspiration in photographic detail of the author’s expertise and artistic vision.
Fantastic.
October 30, 2019
I did not really love her weavings at first, but then found myself getting lost in them. So beautiful!
May 4, 2022
Very Informative for a beginner tapestry weaver. Great tips and examples on how to do this craft and get the most out of it.
February 18, 2017
This is a great introduction to tapestry weaving. I was surprised how much I learned from the gallery of her work in the second half of this book. Great full color illustrations of different techniques - easy to follow.
March 23, 2024
Really good book if you are interested in weaving, brilliant tutorial and lovely examples
February 27, 2016
The bright colors on the cover are what caught my attention, then her happy, quirky images. Definitely someone who's art I would purchase. Great intro for a beginner and inspiration for style expansion for others.
The book is set up well and shows how to build a simple frame loom, choose materials and weave a small scale tapestry. The instructions are clear (good, clear photos and step-by-step instruction). A good range of her personal work is included for inspiration and instruction but I wish the editors had included a bit more about the artist and her tapestry philosophy.
The book is set up well and shows how to build a simple frame loom, choose materials and weave a small scale tapestry. The instructions are clear (good, clear photos and step-by-step instruction). A good range of her personal work is included for inspiration and instruction but I wish the editors had included a bit more about the artist and her tapestry philosophy.
January 9, 2008
I bought this book because of its excellent illustrations of various tapestry weaving techniques. I also noticed the loom being used is similar to the childrens loom I bought for my granddaughter to teach her Navajo weaving.
August 20, 2010
Excellent beginners guide to tapestry weaving.
November 10, 2013
This is an excellent book for beginner tapestry weavers. It includes step by step instructions and detailed photography.
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