Fiber Folks Library
Did you know? The guild has a wide variety of DVDs and books in the rental library. The complete collection is available at each Fiber Folks meeting. You may borrow any item for one month and then must return it at the following meeting.
Please note there is a $0.25 late fee if items are not returned on time and the late fee doubles every additional month until the item is returned.
Suggestions for future Library purchases are welcome.
The current Librarian is Ruth D.
DVD's (not a complete list)
Beginning Four Harness Weaving Deborah Chandler
This course will introduce you to several styles of four-harness looms. After a brief review of how to
wind a warp on a warping board, you will learn how to dress (thread) the loom from front to back. Then
you will learn how to read a weaving draft (pattern) and weave a sample project that includes plain
weave, several twill combinations, rib weave, weaving with 2 colors, and an introduction to double
weave.
Prerequisites: An understanding of the basics of weaving and how to calculate warp and weft
quantities.
Materials Needed: A four-harness loom with a 12 or 6 dent reed, two colors of yarn (4 ounces each),
scissors, heavy paper, ruler, and a shuttle. A warping board is handy, but not absolutely necessary.
Dyeing in the Kitchen Deb Menz
In this DVD, you will learn about equipment, safety, choosing basic dyes, making stock solutions,
SIMPLE Math for creating repeatable colors, and color mixing.
Kumihimo: Japanese Braiding Rodrick Owen
This course begins by introducing you to yarns, tools and equipment, then reviewing the process for
making a braiding stand (Maru Dai) from foamboard. You will learn how to read pattern layout diagrams
as you prepare four separate warps, each with a different end treatment: tassel end, finger point (blunt)
end, braided loop end, and wrapped loop end. You will learn how to read and follow braiding diagrams
as you work four different braiding projects: 8-strand spiral braid, 8-strand square braid, 8-strand hollow
braid, and 8-strand flat braid. Steaming and finishing techniques are also included.
Materials Needed: You can use many different types of yarn, ribbon, and wire. Most of the supplies
and other materials needed can generally be found in the home. To construct the foamboard Maru
Dai, you'll need three pieces of foamboard 20" x 30".
Pin Loom Weaving in New Dimensions Deb Essen
The pin loom is a wonderful, deceptively simple weaving tool. In this video, master weaver Deb Essen
teaches you about the myriad possibilities of a pin of loom. She shows how to change yarn colors to
create patterns, plaids, and stripes within the squares, then moves into creating patterning with pick-up
floats. Finally, she explores the many possibilities for your oodles of little squares, from 2-dimensional
pieces such as scarves, shawls, and throws to 3-dimensional figures, clothing, and toys.
Spinning and Plying Textured Yarns Patsy Zawistoski
Detailed information on fiber characteristics that work (or don't work) with each of the seven recipes for
making different types of yarns. By combining these recipes with the nine design factors you will be able
to create an endless supply of beautiful one-of-a-kind textured yarns. Includes segments on twist
analysis of your spun yarn and also unraveling and decoding a yarn to figure out how it was spun.
Designed for the intermediate level spinner.
Spinning Wool - Basics & Beyond Patsy Zawistoski
Thorough explanation of a spinning wheel and how it works, how to choose and set-up your wheel, fiber
preparation, and spinning techniques. Designed for the beginning to intermediate level spinner.
Start Spinning: The Video Maggie Casey with Eunny Jang
This detailed two-DVD set will take you from just wool to good yarn and beyond. Disk 1 covers how,
when, and why to pre-draft your fiber; how to adjust your wheel so it will be your best friend; how to spin
a good single yarn; and how to ply and finish a good skein. Disk 2 covers carding and combing; spinning
with a long draw; spinning a worsted yarn; spinning from the fold; tackling exotic fibers, from silk to
cashmere to buffalo and beyond.
Three Bags Full Judith MacKenzie
This 2 disc set is a wonderful source to learn everything you need to know about selecting, sorting
(finding the choicest parts), skirting, combing or carding (create cushy rolags and dreamy top), and
washing (several options for its best use) your newly purchased fleece. Learn how to spot the best
fleece at a fiber show, how to use fine, medium, longwool, and primitive fleeces in your spinning. There
is also a pocket guide to choosing a fleece and advice on preventing pests.
The Knitter's Companion Vicki Square
This 2 disc set shares every single technique featured in the best-selling book Knitter's Companion
Deluxe Edition. More than 4 hours of detailed instructional footage.
This course will introduce you to several styles of four-harness looms. After a brief review of how to
wind a warp on a warping board, you will learn how to dress (thread) the loom from front to back. Then
you will learn how to read a weaving draft (pattern) and weave a sample project that includes plain
weave, several twill combinations, rib weave, weaving with 2 colors, and an introduction to double
weave.
Prerequisites: An understanding of the basics of weaving and how to calculate warp and weft
quantities.
Materials Needed: A four-harness loom with a 12 or 6 dent reed, two colors of yarn (4 ounces each),
scissors, heavy paper, ruler, and a shuttle. A warping board is handy, but not absolutely necessary.
Dyeing in the Kitchen Deb Menz
In this DVD, you will learn about equipment, safety, choosing basic dyes, making stock solutions,
SIMPLE Math for creating repeatable colors, and color mixing.
Kumihimo: Japanese Braiding Rodrick Owen
This course begins by introducing you to yarns, tools and equipment, then reviewing the process for
making a braiding stand (Maru Dai) from foamboard. You will learn how to read pattern layout diagrams
as you prepare four separate warps, each with a different end treatment: tassel end, finger point (blunt)
end, braided loop end, and wrapped loop end. You will learn how to read and follow braiding diagrams
as you work four different braiding projects: 8-strand spiral braid, 8-strand square braid, 8-strand hollow
braid, and 8-strand flat braid. Steaming and finishing techniques are also included.
Materials Needed: You can use many different types of yarn, ribbon, and wire. Most of the supplies
and other materials needed can generally be found in the home. To construct the foamboard Maru
Dai, you'll need three pieces of foamboard 20" x 30".
Pin Loom Weaving in New Dimensions Deb Essen
The pin loom is a wonderful, deceptively simple weaving tool. In this video, master weaver Deb Essen
teaches you about the myriad possibilities of a pin of loom. She shows how to change yarn colors to
create patterns, plaids, and stripes within the squares, then moves into creating patterning with pick-up
floats. Finally, she explores the many possibilities for your oodles of little squares, from 2-dimensional
pieces such as scarves, shawls, and throws to 3-dimensional figures, clothing, and toys.
Spinning and Plying Textured Yarns Patsy Zawistoski
Detailed information on fiber characteristics that work (or don't work) with each of the seven recipes for
making different types of yarns. By combining these recipes with the nine design factors you will be able
to create an endless supply of beautiful one-of-a-kind textured yarns. Includes segments on twist
analysis of your spun yarn and also unraveling and decoding a yarn to figure out how it was spun.
Designed for the intermediate level spinner.
Spinning Wool - Basics & Beyond Patsy Zawistoski
Thorough explanation of a spinning wheel and how it works, how to choose and set-up your wheel, fiber
preparation, and spinning techniques. Designed for the beginning to intermediate level spinner.
Start Spinning: The Video Maggie Casey with Eunny Jang
This detailed two-DVD set will take you from just wool to good yarn and beyond. Disk 1 covers how,
when, and why to pre-draft your fiber; how to adjust your wheel so it will be your best friend; how to spin
a good single yarn; and how to ply and finish a good skein. Disk 2 covers carding and combing; spinning
with a long draw; spinning a worsted yarn; spinning from the fold; tackling exotic fibers, from silk to
cashmere to buffalo and beyond.
Three Bags Full Judith MacKenzie
This 2 disc set is a wonderful source to learn everything you need to know about selecting, sorting
(finding the choicest parts), skirting, combing or carding (create cushy rolags and dreamy top), and
washing (several options for its best use) your newly purchased fleece. Learn how to spot the best
fleece at a fiber show, how to use fine, medium, longwool, and primitive fleeces in your spinning. There
is also a pocket guide to choosing a fleece and advice on preventing pests.
The Knitter's Companion Vicki Square
This 2 disc set shares every single technique featured in the best-selling book Knitter's Companion
Deluxe Edition. More than 4 hours of detailed instructional footage.
BOOKS (not a complete list)
The Crochet Stitch Bible Betty Barnden
Over 200 crochet stitches are explained in full, each accompanied by a photographed sample, row-by-
row instructions, and easy-to-follow symbol charts. Additional chapters on basic techniques and
materials, a stitch selector, and a how-to-use section provide clear guidance.
Hands On Rigid Heddle Weaving Betty Linn Davenport
This book covers how to choose a rigid heddle loom, warping, plain weave, hand-controlled weaves,
finishing, planning a project, and more.
Knit One Bead Too Judith Durant
Embellish your knitted project with the eye-catching beauty of beads. Using five easy-to-learn beading
techniques, you can turn designs for simple bags and wearables into stunning special-occasion
creations. This book offers step-by-step instructions for mastering the techniques as well as sixteen
original patterns that feature beadwork. After you've learned how to knit with beads, you can apply the
techniques to any pattern.
Knitting More Circles Around Socks Antje Gillingham
With pattern in men's, women's, and children's sized, this book teaches you to knit socks two at a time
on two circular needles - from the toe up or cuff down. Features 12 sock patterns in a range of skill
levels.
Kumihimo: The Essence of Japanese Braiding Aiko Sakai and Makiko Tada
The confluence of spirit and thread defies the complexity of Kumihimo, the traditional Japanese braid.
As an object of beauty as well as honor, the braid also has a role in utility and fashion. In this advanced
work, braid construction is explored using the instruments for creation, the marudai, the kakudai, and
the ayatakedai by stepped diagrams and basic instructions.
Simply Felt Margaret Docherty, Jayne Emerson
Twenty easy and elegant designs in wool. This book features easy step-by-step instructions for making
felt from old knitted fabrics, making felt from raw wool and other fibers, felting by hand or washing
machine, creating flat fabrics and sculptural shapes, and inlaying fibers for color and texture effects.
Start Spinning Maggie Casey
Beginning with an overview of fiber and tools and progressing to simple instructions, this book offers
clear explanations and photographs to guide you every step of the way. From setting up the tools to
drafting and plying, you'll learn all the basics of spinning yarns you can't wait to use. Chapters on
choosing and maintaining a spinning wheel selecting and preparing fleece, and measuring yardage
and wraps per inch make this an indispensable reference.
Step-by-Step Spinning & Dyeing Eunice Svinicki
Everything you need to know about how to spin and dye your own yarns is covered in this clearly-written
guide. Included are sections on the equipment needed; step-by-step directions for spinning yarns from
wool, cotton, flax, and other fibers (with either a simple spindle or a wheel); and complete instructions for
using natural dyes to obtain a glorious range of subtle, unique colors. Detailed illustrations and
photographs accompany the step-by-step instructions, and a complete list of sources for all supplies is
included. Both the beginning and the experienced spinner will enjoy creating the various projects that
were designed as examples of practical and beautiful ways to use hand-spun and dyed yarns.
Step-by-Step Weaving Nell Znamierowski
In this exciting, fully illustrated book, the world of weaving is opened to the beginner. Nell Znamierowski,
Fulbright Fellow, free lance designer and teacher, brings a freshness to her designs which show the
influence of studies in Finland and in the mountains of Greece. Step-by-step instructions introduce the
novice to the frame and four harness looms. The dyeing of yarns, using both commercial and natural
dyes, is explored. A Rya rug, poncho, place mats, bags, a tapestry, pillows, and stoles are among the
projects that Miss Znamierowski has designed for the beginner to create.
Toe-Up 2-at-a-Time Socks Melissa Morgan-Oakes
Grab a single circular needle, begin knitting at the toes, and work your way up to a cozy pair of new
socks. As long as the feet are done, you can knit the sock legs as tall or as short as your yarn allows
and never worry about running of yarn. Beginning with the feet allows you to try on your socks as you
work so you get perfectly sized socks every time. Plus, there's no waiting for the second sock to be
finished because you're knitting both socks at the same time.
Twist, Turn, & Tie: 50 Japanese Kumihimo Braids Beth Kemp
With details on kumihimo terminology, instruction for starting and finishing braids, tips for calculating
thread and bead counts, and more, this book is a bible for beginning braiders. Includes 400 full-color
photographs to instruct and inspire.
The Weaver's Inkle Pattern Directory Anne Dixon
This ultimate resource for inkle weavers includes instructions for loom set-up and simple techniques,
over 400 woven patterns, a collection of samples showcasing a wide range of traditions and techniques,
and charts for each sample.
