200 Braids to Twist, Knot, Loop, or Weave
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| Rating | : | 4.44 (981 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1596680180 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 256 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-09-22 |
| Language | : | English |
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Profusely illustrated on every page Midwest Book Review Profusely illustrated on every page, "200 Braids to Twist, Knot, Loop, Or Weave" by braid making expert and instructor Jacqui Carey offers everything you need to know to create personalized braided trims for clothing, furnishings, greeting cards, jewelry, totes, gift wraps, floral arrangements, gift wrapping, an. Great book, especially for beaders! I bought this book because I wanted to start making my own cores for embellishing with beads and decorative ends and cords to showcase focal beads from the multitude of gorgeous hand-dyed embroidery floss out there.This book provided thousands of design possibilities and is an instant favorite in my collection. . Vanessa Cowan said Lots of variations to try--well written. I am a medieval reenactor who does a lot of fiber craft. I have a friend who had this book and just had to have it for myself. There are a lot of different techniques in this book, from braiding to finger looping, to working with a small loom, all with good pictures of the work in progress and examples of the fi
The results are luscious." - Fiber Arts News"A great deal of value to offer even the more experienced braider" - Library Bookwatch. "This should be the standard reference on braiding." - Library Journal, starred review"What good is a braiding book to us knitters? TONS! You must see this bookBrilliant." - Knitty"A fascinating compilation of braids that is well-illustrated and clearly explained." - The News & Observer"Five stars! I am literally fascinated by all the various kinds of braids and trims that can be made." - Knitting News"Such simple techniques yielding such sumptuous resultsI'm dreaming about ways to use the miles of trims I'm planning on making." - Craftypod"If you have fond memories of making lanyards in summer camp, this book is for you." - Knitter's Review"This is braiding for grown-upsbraids that you create to decorate whatever you wish
Hundreds of sumptuous braided designs are arranged by structure, from twisted and knotted pieces to more elaborate looped and woven examples. Each braid features a beautiful close-up photograph, materials list, step-by-step instructions, and easy-to-follow color illustrations to guide crafters along. Each technique is explored in-depth, followed by tips on starting and finishing braids and advice for incorporating braids into other textile projects.