Norwegian Pick-Up Bandweaving by Schiffer Publishing

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For the first time in English, a complete book about Norwegian pick-up bandweaving—from its fascinating history to beautiful bands you can make yourself, with more than 100 pattern charts from bands in museum collections. Part 1 tells the story of how these bands were used in the rural communities of 18th and 19th century Norway, as stocking bands, swaddling bands, sending bands, and more. Part 2 looks closely at twenty bands brought to America by Norwegian immigrants, and what they tell us about traditional patterns, colors, and materials. Part 3 has clear and concise instructions for weaving pick-up on simple, traditional band heddles, and these instructions can also be adapted to other kinds of looms. Meticulously researched, easy-to-read, and profusely illustrated, this book is destined to become a classic in the field. It will interest not only weavers but anyone who appreciates textile arts, folk costumes, and Norwegian culture. For the first time in English, a complete book about Norwegian pick-up bandweaving—from its fascinating history to beautiful bands you can make yourself, with more than 100 pattern charts from bands in museum collections. Part 1 tells the story of how these bands were used in the rural communities of 18th and 19th century Norway, as stocking bands, swaddling bands, sending bands, and more. Part 2 looks closely at twenty bands brought to America by Norwegian immigrants, and what they tell us about traditional patterns, colors, and materials. Part 3 has clear and concise instructions for weaving pick-up on simple, traditional band heddles, and these instructions can also be adapted to other kinds of looms. Meticulously researched, easy-to-read, and profusely illustrated, this book is destined to become a classic in the field. It will interest not only weavers but anyone who appreciates textile arts, folk costumes, and Norwegian culture. The fascinating cultural history of Norwegian pick-up bandweaving, including lessons

• The fascinating cultural history of Norwegian pick-up bandweaving, including lessons
• Learn to make your own bands with these step-by-step instructions, supplemented by over 100 pattern charts
• The first time the Norwegian form of this art has been examined and celebrated in English

[AuthorName]By Heather Torgenrud[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Heather Torgenrud has woven pick-up bands for more than forty years, taught many classes, and published her work in Handwoven magazine.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]152 illustrations[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle][/SubTitle][ColorPattern]152 illustrations[/ColorPattern]