Title: Textile Design and Colour: Elementary Weaves and Figured Fabrics (Classic Reprint)
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1332036392
ISBN 13: 9781332036394
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Weight: 1.33 pounds

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Master the art of weaving and color in textiles with this comprehensive guide.

This classic reference offers practical insight into the design, weaving, and coloring of fabrics, from simple to advanced structures. Drawing on established methods and revised illustrations, it helps readers understand how yarns, textures, and hues come together in real-world cloth. The book covers the construction of weaves, the classification of fabrics, drafts and pegging plans, and the theory and application of color to textiles. It also explores how to design figured fabrics, work with jacquard machines, and plan color and weave effects for a wide range of cloths. Rich in diagrams and examples, the volume aims to make complex techniques accessible to designers, students, and professionals.

Clear explanations of plain, satin, hopsack, rib, and special weave families.
Guidance on color theory, pigment mixtures, and how color interacts with fabric structure.
Practical drafting, drafting systems, and peg plans for creating repeatable designs.
Extensive illustrations and design examples, including many figures and diagrams.

Ideal for designers and students of textile design, metalist fabric production, and color application in fabrics, as well as professionals seeking a solid grounding in weaving and color theory.

Ideal for readers of textile design and color theory who want a thorough, hands‑on reference that blends historical techniques with practical guidance.

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