Weaving Patterned Bands – How to Create and Design with 5, 7, and 9 Pattern Threads
Woven patterned bands have been part of Baltic and Nordic craft traditions for centuries. In this richly illustrated book, Susan J. Foulkes introduces beginners to the art of band weaving using a simple but ingenious tool: the double-slotted heddle.
This is the first book to offer complete step-by-step instructions for weaving bands with 5, 7, and 9 pattern threads, starting with the basics and gradually guiding readers toward designing their own motifs.
With over 140 ready-to-weave patterns and 443 full-color images, the book provides inspiration drawn from traditional weaving practices in Sweden, Finland, Russia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Norway. It also offers ideas for modern applications such as straps, belts, bracelets, or handfasting ribbons.
Key Features
- Learn with minimal equipment – everything fits in a shoebox!
- Over 140 charted patterns
- Ideal for beginners using a double-slotted heddle
- Strong focus on Baltic and Scandinavian design
- Great for creative and practical projects
Product Details
- Author: Susan J. Foulkes
- Language: English
- Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
- Pages: 152
- Images: 443 full-color illustrations
- Format: Hardcover
- Dimensions: 7 × 10 in (17.8 × 25.4 cm)
- Weight: 0.88 kg (1.94 lb)
- ISBN: 9780764355509