CARD WEAVING, by Candace Crockett
The author here presents a complete discussion of card weaving, including its history, the materials needed, the techniques followed, pattern drafting and designing, finishing, and special approaches. Over 250 diagrams and photographs, many in color.
Tapestry Weaving - Level 2 DVD with Nancy Harvey
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Tapestry Weaving - Level 2 includes many advanced techniques as shown in the small piece on the cover. During the workshop this will be made into an attractive tote bag. Tapestry Weaving - Level 2 continues where level 1 left off, and includes tips and techniques as they apply to weaving both from the front and the back side of the tapestry. Techniques include horizontal shading (hatching, hachures and floating bars), vertical shading (using single and multiple strands of weft), vertical outlining, refinements of double weft and single weft interlock and how to create overlapping transparent imagery. Ways to plan a project, prepare a cartoon and color sampling are also presented along with a selection of tapestries wich incorporate the many techniques included in this workshop. Many functional and useful projects can be woven in tapestry technique, such as pillows, rugs, tote bags, wall hangings and even clothing.
Tapestry Weaving - Level 2 Video with Nancy Harvey
Tapestry Weaving - Level 1 with Nancy Harvey
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This workshop will teach you how to successfully weave horizontal, vertical, diagonal, circular, vertical curving and horizontal curving shapes. It includes many technical considerations as well as finishing and mounting tips. As you weave three sample projects 14" x 14" (suitable for pillows), you will learn many techniques including slit, interlocking, outlining, pick and pick and horizontal stripes. Once you complete this course you may wish to go on to Tapestry Weaving - Level 2 which teaches shading and blending techniques.
Tapestry Weaving 1 DVD with Nancy Harvey
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This workshop will teach you how to successfully weave horizontal, vertical, diagonal, circular, vertical curving and horizontal curving shapes. It includes many technical considerations as well as finishing and mounting tips. As you weave three sample projects 14" x 14" (suitable for pillows), you will learn many techniques including slit, interlocking, outlining, pick and pick and horizontal stripes. Once you complete this course you may wish to go on to Tapestry Weaving 2 which teaches shading and blending techniques.
The battle of Iwo Jima started on February 19, 1945 with the invasion of a Japanese island stronghold in the north Pacific. What had been envisioned as a five-day "walk-over" became a 36 day descent into hell for 70,000 US Marines and 21,000 fanatical Japanese defenders. In Iwo Jima: RED BLOOD, BLACK SAND, 21 veterans of the 1945 battle are interviewed and tell the horrifying saga of the conquest of the strategic enemy island stronghold 650 miles from Tokyo. Called "The best documentary of WW II," by the film critic of the Washington Post, this film strips away the jingoism of propaganda and reveals the raw underbelly of total war on an island less than eight miles long. Rare combat footage enhances the history of Iwo Jima where 27,000 American and Japanese soldiers died. Iwo Jima: RED BLOOD, BLACK SAND is a timeless military documentary about one of the Marine Corps' toughest battles.
Islands Of Death: The Bloody War In The Pacific
Experience firsthand the war in the Pacific - tremendous in scale, costly in life, forever imprinted on the minds and hearts of those who were there. Witness the story of the U.S. Marines, through their eyes and the lenses of Marine combat cameramen, in this stunning and unforgettable collection of historical footage. Never before had the world seen such heroism and self-sacrifice as was exhibited by the Marines in these pivotal battles of World War II. From bloody beaches and dense jungles to barren hilltops, you are there with the Marines at Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Iwo Jima and many more. Relive it mow, with this tribute to the United States Marine Corps.
Why We Fight
In December 1941, a hestitant America was forced into World War II by the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. This award winning series, created by legendary director Frank Capra, was sponsored by the U.S. Government to help explain its "official war policy." These films were required viewing for the armed forces and were also widely shown in civilian theaters. Considered classic examples of wartime propaganda, they feature masterful editing, classical music and skillful narration all blended together to hammer home their patriotic message.
