Ikat

The Essential Handbook to Weaving Resist-Dyed Cloth

Mary Zicafoose

Description

Award-winning weaver and instructor Mary Zicafoose has spent more than 30 years exploring the possibilities of ikat and now shares her wealth of knowledge with you. Dig into the pages of this handbook to discover:

  • Historical background on ikat with gorgeous visual references
  • Instruction in warp, weft and double ikat techniques, written and illustrated in clear sequential steps
  • Instructions to build ikat wrapping boards
  • An addendum on painted "faux" ikat using dye pastes and brushes
  • Acid and indigo dye system recipes and procedures
  • Compelling projects with detailed instruction taking you from undyed yarn to woven ikat cloth
  • A gallery of contemporary ikat created by a range of diversely talented dyers and weavers

All this and more is waiting for you in Ikat!

Details

  • Format
    Paperback
  • Pages
    160
  • Size
    275 x 210mm
  • Publisher
    Interweave
  • ISBN
    9781632506788
Stock Code
200001
Retail Price
$59.99
Regular Price
$59.99
Our Price
$49.99
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