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a person is weaving something on a loom with colorful strips of yarn and thread

In this post learn 3 Basic Weaving Pattern Techniques which will help you create an array of different wall hangings. Learning to Weave is NOT hard at all. You can DIY your own weaving loom for a few dollars and purchase some yarn at your craft store to make this beauty!

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an orange, black and white striped cloth with different designs on it's sides

On Saturday, March 19, the de Young Museum presents Bedouin Weaving of Saudi Arabia and its Neighbours. The Textile Arts Council presents Palestine-American artist and teacher Joy Totah Hilden. Saudi Arabia’s steady movement away from traditional tribal nomadism toward modern urbanization has forced changes in the creation and use of its vibrant native textiles. Ms. Hilden will explain the structure and uses of these pieces, demonstrate Bedouin spinning technique and display vivid examples…

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the artistry of the tuts basket by andries morgan textiles art book cover

Catalogue of a superb collection of early-mid 20th century Tutsi Prestige Basketry from Rwanda and Burundi. The minimalist, crisply patterned, sculptural fiber forms and containers are imbued with a subtle beauty and quality of perfection that reflects the impeccable artistry and refinement of technique of this renowned Central African basket-weaving tradition.

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Legendary, charismatic textile artist Nike Davies-Okundaye has led a live that is as colourful and eventful as her art. Now recognised as one of Nigeria’s foremost textiles artists, she has spent the last five decades successfully invigorating the traditional techniques of batik and adire, merging them with shimmering passages of embroidery and intricate patchworks loaded...

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