Summer and Winter Simply: Understanding the Weave Structure 34 Projects to Practice Your Skills

Master the art of Summer and Winter weaving with 34 stunning projects and expert guidance that turn complexity into creativity, ensuring your success from the very first thread. Whether you have been putting off a Summer and Winter project because you think it will be too difficult or you’ve tried in the past and failed, the explanations and instructions from expert weaver and teacher Susan Kesler-Simpson are guaranteed to make your next attempt a success. Though Summer and Winter’s reversible structure, with one light side and one dark side, makes it appear complex, it's no more difficult than many other weave structures once you understand how it works. Starting with the basics as in her other “Simply” series of books, Susan breaks down the weave structure and explains how it works and how to weave it. Then you are ready to weave any of the 34 Summer and Winter projects for 4 and 8-shaft looms, from shawls to blankets and table linens to hand towels. Already comfortable with Summer and Winter? Head straight for these patterns and start weaving!

With this book by your side, you’ll be able to weave any Summer and Winter pattern you desire. 8 patterns for 4-shaft looms and 27 patterns for 8-shaft looms Meant for intermediate weavers who want to learn summer and winter techniques or those who are already comfortable and are looking for new patterns Patterns for a variety of fabric needs, like shawls, scarves, table runners, towels, and blankets Easy-to-follow explanations for how to weave summer and winter Each pattern includes detailed information for warp and weft and simple charts for the repeating pattern 8. 5in x 11in pages make it easy to read and keep your place as you work Written and designed by humans, for humans!