Contemporary Weaving: Bold Colour, Texture & Design on the Frame Loom - Paperback

by Allyson Rousseau (Author)

Dive into eye-catching contemporary weaving With renowned artist Allyson Rousseau, contemporary weaving is simple, bold, and colourful. In this book, Allyson explores everything a beginning weaver needs and provides techniques advanced weavers can combine and expand on in their practices. Start by exploring fibres and tools, and then build your own frame loom. Dive into the many weaving techniques that characterize Allyson's contemporary pieces. Take your home decor to the next level with projects like wall hangings, pillows, and coasters, and make unique brooches and necklaces that stand out in any setting. Bright colours and bold designs made to stand out in the home or as accessoriesIncludes all the information a beginner needs to start weaving, from making a frame loom and choosing fibre, to completing a stunning projectLearn to build your own designs using colour theory, grid planning, and palette building

Author Biography

Allyson Rousseau is a Canadian artist and weaver. She earned her BA in Studio Art from the University of Guelph in 2014, after which she developed a self-taught weaving practice. Her work has been exhibited and published all over the world. She currently lives in Pictou, Nova Scotia. allysonrousseau.com