Coconut Palm Frond Weavng

Coconut Palm Frond Weavng
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Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages : 128
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ISBN-10 : 9781462909568
ISBN-13 : 1462909566
Rating : 4/5 (566 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Coconut Palm Frond Weavng by : William Goodloe

Download or read book Coconut Palm Frond Weavng written by William Goodloe and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-08-28 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the art of palm weaving with this fun Hawaiian craft book. Based on years of meticulous study and practice, the book explains in clear, easy-to understand instructions how to obtain and prepare coconut palm fronds suitable for weaving into hats, baskets, epergnes, mats, birds, and various decorations. More than 100 easy-to-follow diagrams and sketches give the reader exact, detailed instructions on weaving procedures, and provide countless ideas to inspire the imagination of the creator. After mastering the basic principles of frond weaving, the reader will be able to duplicate almost any woven object or execute his own designs, whether in coconut palm fronds or with fronds from other types of palm trees and palmettos. The weaving itself takes no unusual physical prowess. In fact, frond weaving is well suited to the needs of both recreational craft and physical therapy programs, as well as the general hobbyist. With a little patience and effort, a novice weaver can acquire the skills of an ancient art which is as uncomplicated as it is beautiful. This economical and delightfully presented volume will be a valued addition to the literature of traditional handicrafts, a book that recreation libraries and all craft enthusiasts will welcome.


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