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Mountain Homespun will be of special interest to those studying southern Appalachian handicrafts, the 1890s handicraft revival, and northern Protestant missionary work in turn-of-the-century Appalachia. North Carolina Historical Review
Mountain Homespun is much more than a memoir. It offers unrivaled specific information on the processes of mountain crafts not only on weaving, spinning, and dyeing, the author s primary interest, but also on basketry, quilting, and other pursuits. All in all, the book is an important publishing event.
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"Palmetto Braiding and Weaving" is the definitive book for creating a variety of crafts from palm fronds, straw, rush, and grass. In this well-illustrated volume, artists and authors Viva Cooke and Julia Sampley explore thoroughly one of the most fascinating traditions of the southern United States: palmetto basketry. This tradition of crafts made from palm leaves has been passed on through generations. "Palmetto Braiding and Weaving" includes techniques and patterns for braiding and weaving-from simple to complex-for a variety of creations. In addition to baskets, "Palmetto Braiding and...

Try your hand at one of the world's most ancient crafts

Basketmaking has been an artisanal staple across cultural and national boundaries for hundreds of years. Now you can make your own beautiful and functional baskets thanks to Lyn Siler's elegant designs and clear, engaging instructions. This magnificent collection of over 30 baskets to make draws on lengthy global basketmaking traditions and includes a variety of techniques and easy-to-find materials. With this book as your teacher, you'll be well on your way to weaving handmade baskets of your own that will be admired...

Try your hand at one of the world's most ancient crafts

Basketmaking has been an artisanal staple across cultural and national boundaries for hundreds of years. Now you can make your own beautiful and functional baskets thanks to Lyn Siler's elegant designs and clear, engaging instructions. This magnificent collection of over 30 baskets to make draws on lengthy global basketmaking traditions and includes a variety of techniques and easy-to-find materials. With this book as your teacher, you'll be well on your way to weaving handmade baskets of your own that will be admired...

If you have some knitting needles and yarn, Nola Heidbreder & Linda Pietz have 34 stylish baskets you can knit to bring some creativity and order to your home.

With baskets of varying sizes, styles, and uses, inspired by everything from stained glass and flags to fish bowls and poppies, Knitted Baskets offers up a wide selection of baskets that will appeal to all skill levels. With easy-to-follow instructions and beautiful photography to guide and inspire, each completed basket will be proudly put to work in your busy home or happily given to a loved one...