Textured Weaving Books Collection

These books explore how to introduce shape, depth, and dimension into your weaving. You’ll learn techniques such as pleating, triaxial weaving, and working with elastic or heat-reactive yarns to create forms that extend beyond flat fabric.

Some books in the collection are beginner-friendly, especially those that guide you through basic textural techniques. Others are more advanced and ideal once you’re confident with the loom. Each product description offers insight into the skill level.

Most techniques can be applied to standard looms, including rigid heddle and multi-shaft looms. Some books may explore more advanced sculptural work, which might benefit from additional shafts or specialised equipment, but many methods are accessible on basic setups.

Texture-focused weaving often works best with yarns that have stretch, bulk, or special finishes, such as bouclé, thick-and-thin, or heat-reactive fibres. However, even standard yarns can create interesting effects when used with specific techniques.

Yes, triaxial weaving—also known as hex weave or mad weave—is featured in this collection. It’s a technique that weaves strips of material in three directions, creating stunning geometric and often three-dimensional surfaces.

Most books provide a combination of theory, techniques, and practical projects to help you apply what you've learned. Expect step-by-step guides, diagrams, and sometimes photographic instructions to support your learning.

Absolutely. Many textural methods can be adapted for wearable textiles, including scarves, wraps, structured garments, and accessories. The key is selecting the right yarn and understanding how the texture will behave when worn.

Not necessarily. Some dimensional techniques are simple adaptations of plain weave, while others require more advanced control. Starting with beginner-friendly texture books will help build confidence before trying more complex methods.

While many techniques are suited to hand looms, the principles can be applied across different loom types. The emphasis is on design thinking and structure, which translates well regardless of your setup.

Right here at Thread Collective. Alongside these books, we stock a wide range of weaving yarns and weaving looms to support your projects from idea to finished piece.