A Weaver's Book of 8-Shaft Patterns: From the Friends of Handwoven

by Carol Strickler (Editor)

This must-have draft book contains almost 1000 different patterns on more than 25 weave structures.

This comprehensive pattern dictionary is ideal for experienced weavers looking to try new designs in 8-shaft weaving. Introductory chapters provide a thorough understanding of how each structure works. Step-by-step instructions, detailed diagrams, and black-and-white photos provide hundreds of weaving samples for inspiration.

Genres: Crafts, Reference

240 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1991

Reviews

[Lovestoswatch · Rating 5 out of 5]

Known in weaving circles as "Strickler", this extensive library of weaving drafts is "the" classic go to reference for 8 harness handweavers.

Drafts and the corresponding cloth are provided in black and white - there is a facebook group called "Strickler in color" to which handweavers contribute full colour images of their handwoven cloth.

A must have reference for any weaver.

[Janel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this book-- slowly trying to weave my way through it.

[Leslie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent coverage of different weave structures, with photographs showing some of the designs possible on 8 shafts. This book is inspirational, especially when one considers that each example could be varied in 100s of ways, e.g. by use of color or simple variations of threading or treadling. This is a must for anyone with an 8-harness weave.

[ACRL]

Read by ACRL Member of the Week Jeanne Davidson. Learn more about Jeanne on the ACRL Insider blog.

[Zen]

good

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must have resource for any weaver's library!