{"product_id":"creative-dimensions-in-weaving","title":"Creative Dimensions in Weaving","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-tisseetfile\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCreative Dimensions in Weaving: A Handweaver's Guide to 3D Texture\u003c\/em\u003e explores an aspect of weaving that is sometimes overlooked: dimension and relief. Stacey Harvey-Brown demonstrates how weave structures, yarns, sett, and finishing techniques can transform a woven surface, creating depth, volume, and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom familiar weave structures to more complex multilayer constructions, this book invites weavers to explore how cloth can move beyond a flat surface and become truly three-dimensional. Rather than simply presenting finished results, it examines the methods and choices behind these effects, encouraging experimentation and the development of original ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✔ Texture, dimensional effects, and three-dimensional weaving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✔ All levels – for looms with 4 shafts or more\u003cbr\u003e✔ 272 pages\u003cbr\u003e✔ English\u003cbr\u003e✔ Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e✔ More than 500 illustrations\u003cbr\u003e✔ By Stacey Harvey-Brown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Book Deserves a Place in Your Library\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe texture of a woven fabric is not determined by yarn choice alone. Weave structure, sett, materials, and finishing can all influence its surface. \u003cem\u003eCreative Dimensions in Weaving\u003c\/em\u003e brings these elements together to demonstrate how dimensional effects can be created intentionally, from subtle surface variations to more sculptural forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the strengths of this book is the range of approaches it explores. Stacey Harvey-Brown begins with relatively familiar structures before moving into double weave, multiple layers, and sculptural weaving. This progression encourages readers to understand an effect, experiment with it, and adapt it to their own creative work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Will Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow yarn choice, sett, and finishing influence the texture and dimensional qualities of woven cloth;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estructures such as overshot, seersucker, waffle weave, and pleating;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewoven shibori and different methods of creating texture after weaving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edouble weave, stitched double cloth, and four-colour double weave;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emultilayer constructions and tubular weaving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore sculptural approaches, including adaptations of tapestry techniques and the incorporation of additional materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Book For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is intended for weavers working on looms with four shafts or more. The fundamental principles are presented in an accessible way for those who are relatively new to weaving, while the more advanced techniques and experimental possibilities provide plenty of material for experienced weavers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly recommended for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweavers using 4-shaft looms who would like to explore texture and dimensional effects;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eintermediate weavers interested in moving beyond flat woven surfaces;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweavers working with 8-shaft looms who wish to investigate more complex structures;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eadvanced weavers interested in double weave, multilayer constructions, and sculptural textiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Author's Approach\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStacey Harvey-Brown is an experimental weaver, textile artist, educator, and author whose work focuses particularly on texture and dimensional woven surfaces. Her explorations have included translating natural processes, such as geological formations, into dimensional and sculptural textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer approach combines technical explanations, weaving drafts, samples, and examples of work by different weavers. The book can be read as a progressive exploration of dimensional weaving or used as a reference when experimenting with a particular structure or developing a new textile surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe particularly appreciate this book because it approaches texture as more than a decorative effect. It helps readers understand how weave structure, yarns, sett, and finishing interact to create dimensional surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also leaves plenty of room for experimentation. The many techniques and ideas presented can serve as starting points for developing original samples and taking familiar weave structures in entirely new directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stacey Harvey-Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Crowood Press\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 272\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.5 × 26 cm (215 × 260 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780719845956\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e More than 500 illustrations, including weaving drafts, samples, and examples of woven textiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiscover More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in exploring more of Stacey Harvey-Brown's work? Discover \u003cem\u003eWoven Optical Illusions\u003c\/em\u003e, co-authored with Katharina Kronig, which explores the relationships between weave structures, patterns, colour, and visual perception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 16px;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 16px; background: #36c1cc; color: #fff!important; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 999px; font-weight: 600;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tisseetfile.com\/en\/products\/woven-optical-illusions\"\u003e Discover Woven Optical Illusions \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 12px; line-height: 2;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"display: inline-block; margin: 4px 8px 4px 0; padding: 8px 14px; border: 1px solid #36c1cc; border-radius: 999px; text-decoration: none; color: #1e838b;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tisseetfile.com\/en\/collections\/livres-de-tissage\"\u003e Weaving Books \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca style=\"display: inline-block; margin: 4px 8px 4px 0; padding: 8px 14px; border: 1px solid #36c1cc; border-radius: 999px; text-decoration: none; color: #1e838b;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tisseetfile.com\/en\/collections\/livres\"\u003e All Books \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca style=\"display: inline-block; margin: 4px 8px 4px 0; padding: 8px 14px; border: 1px solid #36c1cc; border-radius: 999px; text-decoration: none; color: #1e838b;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tisseetfile.com\/en\/pages\/ressources\"\u003e Resources \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this book suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, provided you are working with a loom with at least four shafts. The basic principles are explained accessibly, but the book also includes techniques and experimental approaches that will appeal to more experienced weavers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the book contain projects or is it mainly theoretical?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is primarily a book about techniques and exploration rather than a collection of projects to reproduce. It presents methods, weaving drafts, samples, and numerous examples intended to help readers develop their own experiments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the book extensively illustrated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It contains more than 500 illustrations supporting the explanations, including weaving drafts, samples, and examples of work by different weavers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat language is the book written in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is published in English.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Crowood Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58560489619759,"sku":"9780719845956","price":85.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/0762\/4041\/files\/creative-dimensions-in-weaving.jpg?v=1790644523","url":"https:\/\/www.tisseetfile.com\/en\/products\/creative-dimensions-in-weaving","provider":"Tisse et File","version":"1.0","type":"link"}