Design in Textile Fabrics (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Thomas R. Ashenhurst

9780484451833: Design in Textile Fabrics (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484451839 ISBN 13: 9780484451833

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Design principles for textiles explained with clarity and practical guidance.

This handbook explains how fabric choices, fiber, and structure affect both utility and ornament. It shows how designers think through fabric use, fiber selection, and the arrangement of weave to balance function with decoration.

You’ll discover how to approach fabric design in a systematic way, from selecting materials to planning patterns that fit the cloth. The book also covers how different weaving methods and ornament techniques interact, so you can predict the impact on strength, weight, and appearance.

Fundamental concepts of fabric structure, including warp, weft, and pile.
Strategies for combining patterns such as stripes, diagonals, and diaphanous or textured effects.
Practical guidance on planning and arranging designs to maintain balance and cohesion.
A glossary of key terms that helps you read and communicate design ideas.

Ideal for readers of craft and textile design who want a solid, hands-on grounding in fabric construction and decorative planning.

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