Spinning and Weaving

A look at the extensive history of the folkcraft, its presence in the modern world, and resources to help beginners enter the world of textile artistry.

This book offers a whistle-stop guide to the history of spinning and weaving. The story begins in prehistory when people first wove yarns to create clothing and blankets. The book explores how spinning and weaving have continued to be important throughout human history (or should that be herstory), in artistic, economic, and functional te...