Madelyn van de Hoogt is the former editor of Weaver's magazine and the editor of Handwoven magazine and the Best of Weaver's series. She lives in Coupeville, Washington.
Mar/Apr 07 This book is a compilation of articles that originally appeared in Weaver's and Prairie Wool Companion magazines over a period of twenty years. More than thirty projects by twenty weavers are presented. The book begins with the most basic project - how to weave something twice the width of one's loom. Enhanced by the designers' personal experiences and perspectives, the book includes projects involving stitched doublecloth, doubleweave blocks and color, and overshot patterned doubleweave. This book is, however, so much more than just a project book. It provides a wealth of information beyond threading, treadling, and tie-up information. The numerous illustrations show how the weft travels through the upper and lower layers and also clarifies weft joins, garment advantages, benefits, and limits are discussed. Color effects are demonstrated on four shafts, eight shafts, and beyond and there is an explanation of how to use a design key in patterns with many colors and multiple block sizes. As a member of my guild's double-weave study group, I found this the perfect book to discuss at one of our meetings. Members immediately noted the convenience of having a collection of doubleweave articles at one's fingertips. The members of the study group have various levels of experience with doubleweave, but the book has something for everyone. All members agreed that it is a beautiful book with wonderful color photographs and detailed instructions. This book is a valuable asset to the weaver's library. As for me, a weaver of thirty years, I know what my focus is going to be for the upcoming year(s) and I can hardly wait! Dagmar Klos Handwoven
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