DESIGN COLLECTION 19: Scarves and Shawls for All Seasons, Interweave Press.
This is a gorgeous collection of 15 scarf and shawl patterns for weaving. Sumptuous fibers such as wool, silk, and rayon chenille are used to create a variety of pattern, texture, and color that would tempt any lover of fiber arts. Light and airy or thick and chunky, and evening look or something to keep out the chill, there is something here for every occasion. The patterns are presented in an easy to follow chart format, and a unique "project-at-a-glance" section outlines the important elements. Finishing tips are also given for each project. ISBN:1931499179.  8½" x 11", softcover.  $9.95   #239020

DOUBLE WEAVE: Plain and Patterned - Shuttlecraft Monograph 1, Harriet Tidball.
Double width cloth, weaving in pockets, quilted double fabrics, pleats and tucks, the often mysterious double-weave pick-up techniques (the Finnweave, Mexican, and Norwegian methods) are all discussed. Illustrated. ISBN: 0916658015. 8" x 10½" softcover, 34 pages.  $9.95  #139082

ECCLESIASTICAL POMP & ARISTOCRATIC CIRCUMSTANCE: A Thousand Years Of Brocaded Tabletwoven Bands, Nancy Spies.
This new masterwork is another classic book that will thrill modern students of one branch of ancient textiles: tablet weaving; specifically that of brocading precious gold and silver thread through the cardweaving. The author chooses the academic approach; thus giving clear instruction on one of the more intricate of textiles. Several long essays on the history of this technique intended for the aristocracy, thorough instruction-by-reproduction of extant samples and a catalog of known pieces interspersed with some more remarkable illustrations of tablet woven fragments. Since most of the samples are fragments, charts and drawings illustrate the examples. This is for the serious tablet weaver, and the serious collector of ancient brocade patterns for any original textile techniques. ISBN: 0615116817.  8½" x 11" softcover, 314 pages. $40.00  #139214

EIGHT SHAFTS: A Place to Begin, W.J. Shelp & C. Wostenberg.
In style and format, this book closely resemble Davison's "Handweaver's Pattern Book".  For each draft, there's a tie-up, several treadling variations, and each treadling sequence is illustrated with a woven swatch.  There's a heavy emphasis on twills followed by some color weave effect , and then a number of shadow weave patterns.  Basically this is a pattern book, and there are few words and many patterns.  Looking for an 8-haness pattern book? This one is easy to follow.  Profusely illustrated. ISBN: 1813478288.  193 pages. 8½" x 11" spiralbound softcover.  $34.95  #139071

FABULOUS WOVEN JEWELRY: Plaiting, Coiling, Knotting, Loopin & Twining with Fiber & Metal, Mary Hettmansperger.
The 24 impressive-looking woven projects in this collection expand the creative boundaries of jewelry making. Basketry and beading techniques produce invitingly tactile patterns and visually striking effects, many that can't be achieved through traditional metalwork. These techniques show off the varied materials, from reed and ash to waxed linen and embroidery thread, that are such an integral part of the jewelry. A Quiver-Shaped Neckalce, Twined Spokes Bracelet, Driftwood Necklace, Coiled Linen Earrings, and Pine Needle Brooch are just a small selection of the wearable works of art that you can craft.  ISBN-10: 1579906141.  Softcover 8½'' X 11."  159 pages.  $17.95  #139438

FASCINATION WITH FIBER: Michigan's Handweaving Heritage, Marie A. Gile & Marion T. Marzolf.
Fascination with Fiber is the first complete look at Michigan's rich tradition of handweaving, from pioneer log cabin days to the contemporary era of digital computer-aided looms.
Michigan has been at the center of handweaving and fiber arts and crafts since early settlers brought their skills with them from countries where handicrafts and weaving were traditionally strong. The textiles they produced in their new country, from linens to coverlets to rugs, took on a distinctly American expression. In the twentieth century, the formation of guilds, craft communities, and formal art programs created a revival of interest in handweaving as an opportunity for artistic expression so that by latter part of the century the state played a vital role in the national fiber movement.
Weavers and historians themselves, authors Marie A. Gile and Marion T. Marzolf focus on the people and forces that have kept the craft of handweaving alive in Michigan and indeed throughout the country for over two centuries: a passionate group of individuals and weaving communities enlivened through shared necessity, opportunity, and creativity.
Gile and Marzolf base their book on oral histories, interviews, and documentary and artifact research. With its tales of colorful characters such as Mary Atwater, the gun-toting weaver from Montana who helped organize the handweaving industry; to the formation of the Michigan League of Handweavers in 1959; and the "Fascination with Fiber" exhibit that opened in 2004; Fascination with Fiber brings the story of handweaving in Michigan to life like no other book.  ISBN-10: 0472031139.  7'' X 10''.  184 pages.  $24.95  #139585

FAVORITE RAG RUGS: 45 Inspiring Weave Designs, Tina Ignell.
Creating rag rugs has enthralled weavers for over a century. Now you too can recycle your favorite fabrics and transform them into unique rugs that will bring a very personal touch to every room in your home. Favorite Rag Rugs features six technique-based sections with 45 designs by20 professional weavers as well as charts, illustrations and color photos of finished projects.  ISBN-10: 1570763704.   8 1/2'' X 10 1/2'' hardcover.  124 pages.  $24.95  #139494

FINGER WEAVING: Indian Braiding, Alta R. Turner.
All you need is a 1/4" wide, 6" long dowel, a safety pin, yarn, and your fingers for this mobile craft. Step-by-step directions with clearly diagramed illustrations for 16 designs will have you making belts and more, and then creating your own designs once you're familiar with the techniques. For those interested in Native American work or flat braiding, this fits the bill.  ISBN: 0935741135.  48 pages, softcover. $5.95  #139200

FINGERWEAVING UNTANGLED: An Illustrated Beginners Guide, Carol James.
In an easy-to-understand format, Carol James has demystified the fascinating art of finger weaving, particularly that of the traditional sash.  Through illustrations and clear explanations, she makes it relatively simple for the novice to create his or her own heirloom.  She brings the reader the required assistance and reassurance to explore their creativity.   ISBN-10: 097846950X.  8 1/2'' X 11'' softcover.  64 pages.  $19.95  #169632

FINISHING TOUCHES FOR THE HANDWEAVER: Revised Edition, Virginia West.
The right finishing touch can mean as much to a piece of weaving as the right frame does to a picture.  This book shows how to make and add handles to bags, how to join widths of handwoven materials, how to make and secure decorative fringes, how to wrap the ends of braids and miter corners, how to use embroidery techniques as finishing touches, and so on.  The ideas and instructions are very clear and complete.  We recommend it as a good basic book for your library, one that you will refer to again and again.  ISBN: 0934026408.  96 pages.  7" x 9¼" sofcover. $21.95  #139183

FOUR-HARNESS HUCK, Evelyn Neher.
ISBN-10: 181999123.  5½" X 8 ½" softcover.  40 pages.  $12.95  #139466