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The author describes the qualities of fibers, their varied thread formations and the effect in use. Useful for all fiber artists and students of textile design.
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Designing
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Penguin Publishing Group, 1973
ISBN 10: 067026931X
ISBN 13: 9780670269310
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Hardcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 19147097-6
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Designing With Thread: From Fibre to Fabric
ISBN 10: 067026931X
ISBN 13: 9780670269310
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Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: booksforcomfort, Comfort, TX, U.S.A.
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Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st edition. Designing With Thread: From Fibre to Fabric by Irene Waller. Published by Studio Book/Viking Press, New York, NY, 1973. 1st Edition. Hardbound. Paper DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine in Good- DJ. DJ price clipped. 183 Pgs. ISBN 067026931X. LCCN 72-12059. Beginning with the original design conception, choosing working methods and media to achieve the desired result, and the basics and essentials of the workroom and its equipment, the author goes on to discuss, in turn the various different methods of fibre construction, from simple winding and wrapping, twisted fabrics (lace), knotted fabrics (such as macrame and tatting), looped fabrics, including hand and machine knitting, an crochet to the various types of woven fabric, constructed with and without a loom, and laminated fabrics. Each technique is discussed in relation to its own particular quality and practical, 'sthetic, and economic considerations, as well as in relation to other techniques. Illustrated with drawings and photographs. Description text copyright 2007 BooksForComfort. Item ID 16000. book. Seller Inventory # 16000