Be the first to ask a question about the techniques of plysplit braiding lists with this book. Four plysplit braiding books by julie hedge julie hedges is a renowned expert on plysplit braiding. Oct 12, 2006 plysplit braiding by julie hedges, 9780955418709, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. This contains a wonderful compilation of information on the various techniques of ply split braiding along with photos and history. Weaving books for sale page 2 of 2 mielkes fiber arts. The gripfid is an invention of knotting expert stuart grainger. Buy plysplit braiding equipment from our extensive range of materials and equipment for weavers, spinners, felters, dyers, embroiderers. The first written description of one of the techniques of plysplit braiding was virginia harveys 1976 book splitply twining. Two sets of cords that work in warpweft relationship, the warps are splittees, the weft is the splitter. We also offer lindas other book on ply split braiding, for making baskets. The premier reference is peter collingwoods the techniques of plysplit braiding. Ply split braiding is a technique for making textiles by parting the plies of one cord the splittee with a needle or similar tool, drawing a second cord the splitter through the gap made in the first cord, and repeating the process many times over. For example, a braided fabric once meant material that had faded, but this definition is obsolete now. In the united states, the common use of the word braid would be called a plait in the united kingdom.
I seek to combine serious study of traditional methods of textile construction with exploration of novel geometries of vessels. Peter collingwoods book, the techniques of plysplit braiding, published in 1998, is the most comprehensive reference on the subject. Virginia harvey wrote a monograph about plysplitting in 1976, but the technique remained largely unrecognized by the fiberarts community until 1998, when peter collingwood published the techniques of ply split braiding. Examples are shown in plates 118 and 119 in peter collingwoods book the techniques of plysplit braiding. Clear stepbystep instructions, together with excellent color illustrations, make this book a userfriendly introduction to the art of plysplit braiding. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. David fraser david is a ply splitter who is exploring vessels as well as flat ply split textiles. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Plysplit braiding has been used to make elaborate camel girths and other animal harnessesdecorations of spun goat hair, wool and various fibers. The techniques of plysplit braiding weaving book, braids. Multiperson fingerloop braids by yourself with an example and a discussion of braid structure. Generally used with 2 or 4 ply cords, but also can be made with 3 ply cords.
The plysplitting process requires minimal equipment. Great scot a beginners guide to ply split braids in single course oblique twining. It is a small knotters fid with an added grip, a hollow shaft that ends near the point with a vee that acts as a jamming cleat. I had taken a quick course from linda hendrickson at convergence several years ago, and it looked interesting, but i wasnt willing to split. Ply split braiding is an ancient art that is practiced for making elaborate camel girths and other animal regalia of handspun goat hair, wool or sometimes cotton in northwestern india. Julie hedges julie has been working with the technique of ply splitting for many years. Workshops one, two and fiveday workshops in plysplitting, ranging from an introduction to some of the basic methods to developments of the technique in two and three dimensions. The shape is shown on plate 38 of his book the techniques of plysplit braiding. Plysplit braiding, an introduction to designs in single course oblique twining. As an alternative, the original begin braiding contained the instructions for a ply split bookmark shown below. The basic requirements for students to this course are enthusiasm, some patience and an enjoyment of working with yarn and colour. This contains a wonderful compilation of information on the various techniques of plysplit braiding along with photos and history.
Ply split braiding an introduction to design in single course twining. Gripfids, cordmakers, cords for sale ply split braiding. This site uses cookies to make your shopping experience work smoothly. This technique is also used by the makers of the original wayuu mochila bags. Isbn 97818572533 97818572533 hardcover, bellew publishing co ltd, 1998. Linda hendrickson tablet weaving and plysplit braiding. Oct 19, 2011 it is from peter collingwoods 1998 book the techniques of plysplit braiding, where two variations are shown in plate 20. The photos of traditional girthmakers are by peter collingwood.
Ply split braiding is a technique for making textiles by p. Chapters include creating fenestrations, substituting cords, combining baskets, crossing planes, and harnessing the tension between right triangles when the hypotenuse of one aligns with the leg of another. Ply split braiding fun last weekend i enjoyed a st. I had taken a quick course from linda hendrickson at convergence several years ago, and it looked interesting, but i wasnt willing to split any time away from my card weaving. Peter collingwoods, the techniques of plysplit braiding is the premier work in this field, but is a bit daunting. Very little equipment is needed to make these intricate bands. The techniques of plysplit braiding by peter collingwood. Hundreds of diagrams show the interlacement of the yarn. We strongly recommend julie hedges book, plysplit braiding, an introduction for patterns and techniques including more detailed advice on cord making. Make your own ply splitted strap for your crocheted mochila bag.
This is a technique, where by one cords ply s are opened and another cord is passed though the opening basically splitting the cord. The first written description of one of the techniques of ply split braiding was virginia harveys 1976 book split ply twining. An introduction to plysplit braiding university of oxford. The stepbystep instructions include 10 pages of text and 22 blackandwhite photos. Mar 23, 20 ply split braiding fun last weekend i enjoyed a st. The zigzag is a nontraditional plysplit braid shape by peter collingwood. The author uses 102 perle cotton to make the cords, and the focus is on structure and design. Julie hedges calls this technique potholes in her book plysplit braiding. Kumihimo kumihimo is a japanese braiding technique in which a braiding stool marudai is used to support the bobbins used to hold the working. Gallery browse the gallery to discover the beauty of plysplit braiding.
Peter collingwoods book, the techniques of ply split braiding, published in 1998, is the most comprehensive reference on the subject. To make a beautiful ply split braiding strap you have to make cords first. More editions of the techniques of ply split braiding. This beautifully illustrated book is the best available for beginners. Trendy cotton braiding cord features colors of cream, silver, teal, peach, and yellow that you can use to braid together to create fun crafts and accessories. The structure is pot plain oblique twining, with a full twist between splittings. Plysplit braiding, an introduction to designs in single course twining. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The first written description of the technique appeared in 1976 with virginia harveys split ply twining. We now offer gift vouchers for all of our events and craft courses, ask in store for more information. Antique primitive braidaid eze 3 way wool folders braided rug tools paper lacer.
Braidmastery instructions and braided rug patterns preowned. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Exploring sculpture in plain oblique twining plysplit braiding is a technique for making textiles by parting the plies of one cord the splittee with a needle or similar tool, drawing a second cord the splitter through the gap made in the first cord, and repeating the process many times over. Plain oblique twining pot and a ply split braiding bibliography and list of resources. This is an indepth book covering the method of separating the parts of a plied yarn and then braiding them to create interlocked designs. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Plysplit braiding is a technique more commonly associated with camel girth makers from india. Exploring sculpture in plain oblique twining ply split braiding is a technique for making textiles by parting the plies of one cord the splittee with a needle or similar tool, drawing a second cord the splitter through the gap made in the first cord, and repeating the process many times over. Now fiber artists use plysplitting to create exciting necklaces, vessels, rugs and sculptural pieces. Ply split braiding is een vlechttechniek waarmee banden voor bijvoorbeeld mochilatassen en. Braids, twisting, knotting, knitting, lucet, weaving, tablet or card weaving, kumihimo or bobbin braiding, sprang and ply split just to name a few. It contains practical information on getting started with instructions for working different structures. Shirley botsford fabric rag rug braiding tools kit instructions sealed. I design and make wearable and sculptural pieces, mainly using the ply splitting technique.
Instructions for the waves braid are also available separately in pdf format. Historically, ply split braiding was found to be used extensively in northwest india for making camel girths and animal regalia. Go to our news page, the tab is below, to learn about our equipment wait list. It might not be the best place to start with out some previous experience, but it is a fantastic resource. This guide to one artists creative process shows how a plysplit braided basket is shaped, based on the rate and location of adding and removing cords. The stepbystep instructions include 8 pages of text and 17 blackandwhite photos. It is from peter collingwoods 1998 book the techniques of plysplit braiding, where two variations are shown in plate 20. The fingerloop braid recipes are available in speiser 2000. Ply split braiding is used by the makers of the original wayuu mochila bags and you can now have a go at making your very own braids for a boho bag. With global communication becoming commonplace, the problem of terminology increases. The structure is scot singlecourse oblique twining. Instructions include specifications for cordmaking.
Ver mas ideas sobre tejidos wayuu, mochilas wayuu y bolsos wayuu. Jul 28, 2014 ply split braiding is a technique for making textiles by parting the plies of one cord the splittee with a needle or similar tool, drawing a second cord the splitter through the gap made in the first cord, and repeating the process many times over. Braidingthe word braid has many different meanings that change over time and between social groups. This plysplit meshwork is found in the traditional antifly fringes called mukhiarna, worn by horses in india. Oct 02, 20 this ply split braiding technique starts with making 2 ply, 2color cords with good contrast in value or color. Therese fishers art studio thereses ply split gallery. Currently, i work in ply split braiding, using cords, made of paper ribbon or waxed linen, that i construct in my workshop and manipulate with a handmade gripfid. Louis weavers guild workshop on ply split braiding with louise french. Plysplit braided baskets the basket makers catalog. Linda hendrickson scot single course oblique twining is a technique in which one cord is pulled through many to create textured and colored ridges as well as angles and curves. To book a ticket call 01562 69028 or visit the museum of carpet, green street, kidderminster. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. But of course you can use the tutorial also for something different then a strap for a mochila bag. Ply split braiding is a technique for making textiles by parting the plies of one cord the splittee with a needle or similar tool, drawing a second cord the splitter through the gap made in the first.
Louise french handweaver and ply split braiding louise offers tools for ply split and classes. Pdf ply split braided baskets download full pdf book. View products books and dvds books the techniques of ply split braiding the techniques of ply split braiding wholesale customers. Plysplit braiding an introduction by julie hedges introduction plysplit braiding has been found extensively in rajasthan and gujarat, north west india and a few other places, where it has mainly been used to make camel girths and animal regalia. Ply split braiding uses plied cords often 4 ply which actually go through each other. Clear stepbystep instructions, together with excellent color illustrations, make this book a userfriendly introduction to the craft of plysplit braiding.
In additional 116 black and white plates show examples of plysplit braiding. Peters description of how to make the braid is on pages 7778. May 18, 2019 learn the basic methods of ply split braiding in this one day workshop with julie hedges, experienced weaver, braid maker, teacher and founder member of the braid society. At the end of art in the pearl, emily miller gave me a pile of ghost net, which you can see in the paper bag. I have just added some of my hand made gripfids to my etsy shop this is a must have tool for ply split braiding, a. Plysplit braiding is a technique for making textiles by p. Antique primitive braid aid eze 3 way wool folders braided rug tools paper lacer. A fourhook cord maker to make the cords, and a gripfid for splitting the plies of one or more cords and drawing a cord back through the split cords. It is a traditional method for making camel girths and similar bands in india, but can also be used to create three dimensional structures and elaborate patterns.
Proceedings of the fourth international conference on braiding braids 2019 iga, japan. This is the essential reference for novice and practised ply split braiders alike. You can order this book from us in the usa or buy it directly from julie hedges in england. A gripfid tool being used to pull a cord in ply split braiding. Plysplit braiding uses plied cords often 4 ply which actually go through each other. It was brought to the attention of fiber artists by peter collingwood, uk and has since been modernized for use in 3dimensional work. Contains recipes from two 15th century pattern books. Jun 28, 2014 plysplit braiding is a technique for making textiles by parting the plies of one cord the splittee with a needle or similar tool, drawing a second cord the splitter through the gap made in the first cord, and repeating the process many times over. Generally used with 2 or 4 ply cords, but also can be made with 3 ply cords too. With 176 color images, including models, this book illustrates the versatility of plain oblique twining, a version of ply split braiding particularly wellsuited for the art of basketry, in making threedimensional sculpture. From her home in england she has travelled to northwest india to study the origins of this art, and has collaborated with peter collingwood, who wrote extensive documentation of the technique. In additional 116 black and white plates show examples of ply split braiding. This is a braid that i designed in 2006 based on text and diagrams starting on page 56 of peter collingwoods book the techniques of ply split braiding.
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