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All Fiber Arts- Weaving Information view detail comment email this

This is an extensive exposition of weaving, covering many facets of the craft. There are many organized links to suppliers, information about kinds of supplies needed, and projects and patterns. A link to a related site about handspinning is included. Also of interest is an extensive section about dye supplies and recipes , including some innovative methods of dyeing fibers and yarn.
http://www.allfiberarts.com/cs/weaveinfo.htm
Topics: Crafts

Last updated Dec 15, 2003


The Fiber Equipment and Barter Page view detail comment email this

This site features free classified advertisements "for the sale, wanted, and barter of used looms, spinning wheels and other fiber equipment related to spinning, weaving and hand knitting, fiber stash reductions, and breeders selling their own fiber." Also lists meetings and events and tips from users of the site.
http://www.feb.asar-intl.com/
Topics: Crafts

Last updated Jan 23, 2005


A Heavenly Hammock view detail comment email this

Illustrated instructions for weaving your own backyard hammock. Describes how to tie the required knots (square knot, weaver's knot, half hitch, lark's head knot, and a plain overhand knot), cast on, weave the rows (with twine), mount, and hang the hammock. From Mother Earth News magazine.
http://www.motherearthnews.com/Nature-Community/1982-05-01/A-Heavenly-Hammock.aspx
Topics: Crafts, Home & Housing

Last updated Aug 19, 2008


Spinners', Weavers' & Knitters' Housecleaning Pages view detail comment email this

"This free site helps fiber enthusiasts recycle and locate spinning, knitting and weaving materials and equipment of all kinds, including fiber and fiber animals. Register and you can post your own ads and photos. " Those who are in the business of selling fibers and equipment are not allowed to post ads.There is also a section devoted to a description of a featured sheep breed, with past featured breed pages archived.
http://www.kbbspin.org/
Topics: Crafts, Livestock

Last updated May 20, 2007


The World of Beduin Weaving view detail comment email this

Material about tents, blankets, bags, and other woven items made by this Middle Eastern nomadic group. Includes articles about the weavers and the looms they use, a description of the weft twining method of weaving, a bibliography, and photos. From an author and teacher.
http://www.beduinweaving.com
Topics: Crafts

Last updated Apr 3, 2006




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