How to Make Raffia Hats, Bags & Baskets - Softcover

Doyle, Liz

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0882668870 ISBN 13: 9780882668871

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC, 1995

Synopsis

Step-by-step instructions for creating dozens of projects, plus dyeing, weaving, and embroidery for personalization.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Converting a tightly-wrapped bundle of raffia into a stylish hat or basket can be a very satisfying pastime. It's also simple and economical -- even financially rewarding once you become proficient.

Liz Doyle's book takes you diagrammatically step-by-step through the techniques of plaiting, starting and shaping crowns and brims, in designs ranging from a straight-brimmed sunhat to a sou'wester.

There are instructions also for a variety of baskets, including simple storage and carry baskets, an old-fashioned flower trug, and a coiled basket based on an Aboriginal design.

About the Author:

Weaver and author Liz Doyle began hatmaking in the mid 1980's. Since then she has been making hats and teaching others how to do so on the Far South Coast of New South Wales. Liz has also sold her hats to outlets and has taught many workshops on weaving and hatmaking. Her book, How to Make Raffia Hats, Bags & Baskets, is filled with step-by-step instructions, helpful drawings and many photographs of her beautifully-finished products.

About this edition

• Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 0882668870
• ISBN 13: 9780882668871
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64