THE ART OF THE LOOM

THE ART OF THE LOOM
Weaving, Spinning & Dyeing Across the World
Ann Hecht

Colorful and sometimes complex textiles are still produced in many parts of the world using only the simplest tools and equipment. This book focuses on eight areas of special interest: Navajo weaving in North America; Bedouin textiles in the Middle East; West African narrow strip weaving; Indonesian textiles; "kasuri" resist dyeing in Nepal; brocaded motifs from Guatemala; and Peruvian tapestry weaving. It describes the methods of spinning and dyeing, the types of loom, and the techniques of weaving. Examples of the best textiles from each area are supplemented with numerous photographs of spinners, weavers, and dyers at work, and diagrams showing how the various effects are achieved. 169 illustrations, 60 in color.