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The Woolery maintains an extensive inventory of titles for all aspects of the fiber crafts, including spinning, weaving, dyeing, knitting, machine knitting, crocheting, felting, fiber animals and a wonderful collection of childrens' books that have a fiber craft or animal tilt. We think you will find something for every occasion. If you would like recommendations or don't see a title, give us a call. Books, particularly craft books, come and go, so the list is always changing. We will keep this on-line list up to date.

DISCOUNTS - buy 2-4 books (total price over $20) and take 10% off the total; buy 5 books or more and take 15% off! Note: any discount will not be reflected on the Cart Invoice; the discount will be applied at the time we process your order. NOTE also that there is no discount on out-of-print books.

JUDGING A BOOK BY ITS COVER - now you can. Most of the books listed on this page have a link to a new page with a color picture of the cover and a more complete description of the book. Covers are presented in relative size so you can also estimate the size of the book. We hope this makes buying books on-line from The Woolery easier.

Categories - Spinning, Weaving, Felting and Fiber, Dyeing, Locker Hooking, Children's Corner, Fiber Animals, Knitting and Crochet, Rug Hooking, Braiding

We also have a category for various plans to "build it yourself" - wheels, looms and more.

Also see our Used Books and Out of Print Books, a new section.

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(Back in print) 1000 + Patterns in 4, 6 and 8-harness Shadow Weaves by M. Powell: great pattern collection. Black and white. $19.
 

The Age of Homespun by L. Thatcher Ulrich: using ordinary household goods (baskets, spinning wheels, a niddy noddy, bedcovers, a linen tablecloth, an unfinished stocking and more), the author chronicles the production of cloth and of history in early America. 500 pages. Black and white photos. $16.95.
 
American Star Work Coverlets by J. Gordon: analysis of eighty 19th century examples of coverlets with star and diamond motifs, and how to reproduce them. This book is best suited for those weavers with 12-plus shafts. Hdcover. $29.95.
 

The Art of Weaving by E. Regensteiner: covers equipment, yarns, warp and weaves, pattern weaves, double weaves, design, tapestry, rugs, wall hangings, collecting and preserving textiles. Many black and white photos, a few in color. $34.95.
 

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The Ashford Book of Projects for the 8-Shaft Loom by E. Krogh: projects include various twill towels and placemats, scarf with pleats, shawl in Swiss Ms & Os, placemats and napkins (summer & winter), baby towel and wallhanging (summer & winter), and backed weaves. Black and white photos and illustrations. $11.75.
 
New! The Ashford Book of Projects for the Knitter's Loom Vol. 1: 25 fashion projects that can be made on a rigid heddle loom (18 require a loom that is at least 12" wide, 6 need a loom with a weaving width of 20" or more): 2 capes, waistcoat, vest, evening top and skirt, pleated skirt, houndstooth vest and skirt, Chanel inspired jacket and skirt, 2 other skirts, 2 ponchos, sweater, wrap with hood, 2 scarves, 2 fancy hats, child's vest, child's jacket, and felted jacket. Color photos. $18.25.
 
The Ashford Book of Rigid Heddle Weaving by R. Hart: covers how to warp your rigid heddle loom and weave on it, color and weave, tapestry, fleece rugs, textured cushions, cloaks, shibori, silk textures, cotton towels, Leno lace and much more. Numerous very clear color photos and many easy projects. $24.50.
 
The Ashford Book of Textures & Towels for the Four Shaft Loom by E. Krogh: this little book first deals with warp calculations, yarns, drawdown and reeds, then presents 8 patterns for towels. Black and white photos and illustrations. $11.75.
 
The Ashford Book of Weaving for Knitters by R. Hart: how to weave on a rigid heddle loom using fancy yarns. Includes 25 easy scarf projects. Good for beginners. Many color photos. $20.75.
 
New! The Ashford Book of Weaving for the 4-shaft Loom by A. Field: covers loom parts, yarns, warp planning, warping and weaving, pattern drafting, plain weaves, twills, weaver-controlled weaves, weft-faced weaves, overshot, one-shuttle weaves, double weave, summer & winter, crackle weave, clothing fabric, and 14 weaving projects (scarves, tablemats, cushions, upholstery & clothing fabric, surface-weave fabric, jackets, wraps, shawl, runner, wallhangings and throw). Color photos. $29.
 
Bateman Blend Weaves ed. by V. Harvey: based on Dr. William Bateman's manuscript, this book explains the Bateman blend system and offers a collection of pattern weaves (6, 8, 10 and 12-thread blocks and variations). Black and white. $17.95.
 
Beading on a Loom by Pierce: how-to, history and gallery. Color photos. $21.95.
 
New! The Big Book of Weaving - Handweaving in the Swedish Tradition by L. Lundell: how to get started weaving, measuring a warp, warping (illustrations show a Glimakra-type loom), winding the weft onto bobbin quills, warping a rigid heddle, finishing, washing & fabric care, weaving a rag rug, analyzing weaving techniques, pattern drafts, inlay weaving techniques, weaving tools, setting up a counterbalance and a countermarche loom (vertical and horizontal), using a temple, troubleshooting, fringes etc. Many projects including kitchen towels, twill rag rug, various pillows, mohair throw, alpaca throw, rag rug, cord-striped bags, table runners in rep weave, rep rug, rosepath band, cotton summer curtains, alpaca shawl, boa with rya knots, rya for a bench, paper yarn screen, inlay rag rug, various mats, baby blankets and many more. Hardcover. $29.95.
 
The Book of Looms: A History of the Handloom from Ancient Time to Present by E. Broudy: history and clear descriptions of how various looms work, from primitive backstrap type looms to the Chinese drawloom, the Jacquard loom and the "modern" jack and countermarch looms. 176 pages. $28.95.
 
Boulevard, Chevron and Combination Weaves ed. by V. Harvey: based on Dr. William Bateman's manuscript, this book explains the relationship between Park, Boulevard and Chevron weaves and offers a pattern collection in black and white. $17.95.
 
Byways in Handweaving by M. Atwater: describes little-known weaving techniques from various parts of the world. Photographs illustrate the finished patterns. $14.95.
 
Card Weaving by C. Crockett: covers history, tools, materials, techniques, drafting, designing and finishing, plus using cards on an inkle loom and a floor loom. Color photos. $24.95.
 
Card Weaving by R. Groff: brief history plus how to prepare the warp, set up the cards, make a drawdown and weave. 53 patterns including novelty ones like Santa Claus, cowboys, and pumpkins. Black and white. $11.50. Set of 25 cards: $5.50. Select Book - Card Weaving
 
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Chinese Silk by S. Vainker: covers silk history from the development of silk production in early China to everyday opulence in China and the West. Numerous color photos of antique woven and embroidered pieces and illustrations of the processes of silk production and working with silk. Hardcover. $39.95.
 
Clothing Patterns from the Weaving Room by S. Lilly: teaches easy design and construction techniques as you go. Great for the beginning weaver and the styles (vests, jackets, coats, kimono, skirt and jumper) are perfect for those who like to wear handwovens every day. Black and white photos and diagrams. $39.95. (See also "Costume and Clothing Design" by the same author).
 

Color and Fiber by Lambert, Frye and Staepelaere: how to use and control color. Covers color and light, reflected color, fiber structure, finishes, attaining predictable results, color design, fiber materials and techniques, plus projects. Color and black and white photos. Hardcover. $49.50.
 

Color Works by D. Menz: wondering what colors to use in a craft project? This guide covers color relationships, contrasts, harmonies, media characteristics (fibers, yarns, threads, fabrics, beads, papers), and color and design (in spinning, weaving, knitting, embroidery, surface work, quilting and collage). Includes color wheel and tear-out color tools that can be stored in the inside back cover pocket.Color photos throughout. Hardcover ring binder. $24.95.
 
Compendium of Finishing Techniques by N. McEneely: the ultimate in finishing for the weaver, knitter, crocheter, knotter or stitcher. Covers edges, seams and joins, braids, cords and trimmings, embroidery, closures, and pressing and darning. Hardcover. $29.95.
 
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The Complete Book of Drafting for Handweavers by M. van der Hoogt: how to read and write various drafts, design with pattern weaves, etc. $23.95.
 

Costume and Clothing Design from the Weaving Room by S. Lilly: covers tips and techniques, plus patterns for ruana, zipper jacket, standing collar jacket, raglan sleeve jacket, shaped hooded coat, velvet collar evening coat, flared jacket, capes, pullover hoody, boiled wool trim jacket, blanket coats, silk vest and shepherd's vest. Black and white photos and diagrams. $39.95. (See also "Clothing Patterns from the Weaving Room" by the same author).
 
The Crackle Weave by M. Snyder: 90 projects with complete worksheets. Black & white. $12.50.
 
Creative Overshot by M. Windeknecht: a monograph from the Shuttle Craft guild. Black/white. $9.95.
 
New! Creative Weaving by S. Howard & E. Kendrick: takes you step by step through warping and weaving on a rigid heddle loom plus offers specific instructions for 30 different fabrics inspired by nature. A gallery suggest suses for the fabric (scarves, table runner, mats, book cover, coasters, tea towels, napkins, cushions). Color photos. $14.95.
 
New! A Cut Above by V. West: covers finishing tips and 26 patterns: various tops and blouses, tunic, pantaloons, harem pants, blouse and skirt set, dress, shifts, sweater, jacket, vest, coat, cowl and more. Black & white illustrations and diagrams. $16.95.
 
New! Cut my Cote by D. Burnham: covers the history of garments from loom lengths without sewing, beginning of sewn garments (poncho), development of the shirt (with diagrams and dimensions for shirts, chemises, smock, surplice), the capote, garments of Eastern Europe, Western Asia and coats of the Far East. Black and white photos and diagrams. $9.95.
 
Design & the Handweaver by M. Atwater: covers the elements of desing: purpose, proportion, texture, color and pattern. Black and white diagrams. $9.95.
 
Double-Faced Tablet Weaving by L.