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In this innovative study, Sarah Hill illuminates the history of Southeastern Cherokee women by examining changes in their basketry. She explores how the incorporation of each new material used in their craft occurred in the context of lived experience, ecological processes, social conditions, economic circumstances, and historical eras. 110 illustrations. 6 maps. ... Read more

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A Great Book
Upon seeing the title of Sarah Hill's Book, "Weaving New Worlds: Southeastern Cherokee Women and Their Basketry," one might think this is a book only about Indian baskets or a how-to manual for making baskets. Both of these assumptions would be far from the truth. "Weaving New Worlds" is a broad, masterful compilation of research and expression of ideas on Cherokee culture. Put simply and without hyperbole, it is one of the best books one will find on Cherokee History.

The book focuses on what has become the Eastern Band of Cherokees in western North Carolina. Though Hill writes an excellent history of the Cherokees prior to their forced removal by the federal government in the late 1830s, she does not attempt to tell any aspect of the story of the Cherokees who settled in Oklahoma. The strength of her work is in the creative chronology she provides and in her description of the environment of the southern Appalachian Mountains.

Hill divides her work into four chapters: Rivercane, White Oak, Honeysuckle, and Red Maple. These chapter names derive from the material Cherokee women used to weave their baskets. The author cleverly interweaves the shifts in Cherokee history with the shift in basket making and the materials from which the baskets were made.

The Prologue is a stand alone, worthy essay in itself. It describes with tremendous knowledge the plants and animals of the southern Appalachians and how the Cherokees used these resources. In reading Hills's Prologue, one feels they are diving into the nuts and bolts of history. There are parts of the Prologue and in Hill's writing on specific plants that are as good as historical writing gets.

It is rare to find a book this focused and replete with encyclopedic information. It is highly recommended for those interested in the history of the southern Appalachians, western North Carolina, or the Cherokees. Also, this book should be read by anyone vacationing to the Great Smoky Mountains. It will vastly increase one's understanding and appreciation of just what they are seeing when they cross into the nation's most visited national park.

An Amazing Resource
This book is fantastic.Hill covers an array of subjects about Cherokee life, family, politics, beliefs, oral traditions, aesthetics - all relating to the central theme of basket-making. Well-researched and documented.While maintaining excellent scholarship, Hill write in a natural, understandable manner free of academic jargon.Essential to anyone studying Cherokee culture.

an ambitious and groundbreaking study
A reviewer in The Atlanta History Journal says this book is "destined to become a classic reference text to which future scholars of Native American material culture will always return." It is, the reviewcontinues, "keenly attuned to how basketry figures in the spiritualand material lives of the Southeastern Cherokee." I agree with thereviewer, but this book is more than a study of material culture, it is ahistory of women told by looking at their beautiful, enduring work withbaskets. There is nothing like it for learning Southeastern Cherokeehistory.

"beautifully written, brilliantly organized history"
Using baskets, the oldest mother-to-daughter tradition still surviving among Cherokee women, Hill traces changes among Southeastern Cherokees and their environments over a 300-year period. Weaving New Worlds has just beenawarded the Julia Cherry Spruill prize for the best book in Southernwomen's history published in 1997, and was described in the award as"beautifully written and brilliantly organized." ... Read more

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weaving with birch bark
This book carries birch bark weaving to a new level relative to what is available in English. The information on bark harvesting and care is really great--good pictures and good description of the several methods of harvesting birch bark. The projects described start with the very basics and proceed to more advanced baskets. The photos and instructions are generally good and even the beginner should be able to work through the projects by starting with the basics. Birch bark basketry can be divided into two very general categories--weaving and using various sized sheets of bark to containers. This book covers both types of bark use. It is a very good introduction to the type of birch bark use practiced in Scandinavia and Russia--across the range of white barked birches. These methods came to the U.S. with immigrants from Finland and Sweden in particular. The style of basketry described is very different from that which evolved among the various Native American peoples across northern North America.

Superb
It's been one of my longings, to find a book like this, and finally here it is!Itis beautiful, and I am reading it cover to cover before I try the patterns.

The pictures are clear, well labeled and the instructions are also clear and well sequenced.

I also enjoy reading about the history of this basketry in Novogrod, Russia.And I also like the inclusion of so many Russian words that are relevant.There is plenty of birch bark in the Adirondacks and I am so pleased to read that it is possible to use it without harming the trees.

It is a typically superb product from Flo Hoppe and friends.
I am so excited about it!Thankyoufor doing this book!It fills a very empty gap in the literature of basketry.

I would like to see more!

Utterly delightful!
Plaited Basketry with Birch Bark is a visual treat, rich with superbly photographed historic and contemporary samples.The artistry is exquisite; the instructions are concise and easy to follow, the information fascinating.Beginners may wish to try palm leaf to master the steps in those juicy bead weavings before stepping up to birch bark (I fear my neighbors have noticed my greedy eyes on their trees)!But the view of ancient times (the Iceman) to current fashions (those divinely woven beads) could not be presented more perfectly than is done in this book.Leap for it!You'll be glad you did.

A must have book
This book is a breath-taking work.
Initially I was visually impressed by the layout and the number of photographs included for such a low price and then,as I explored further, by the scope and depth of the subject. There is even a detailed chapter on actually harvesting birch bark which was fascinating. However paper can be substituted for those of us without a Russian forest in our back yard!
I'm a paper artist not a basket maker so I appreciate the detailed and well written instructions by Flo Hoppe and the numerous illustations accompanying the many projects. As a complete novice, I have so far mastered the woven cubes which make wonderful beads. I doubt I will ever achieve the mastery needed for some of the projects but appreciate their artistry, complexy and the history behind them.
As if the exquisite work of Vladimir Yarish was not enough, this bookalso includes an extensive artists' gallery with innovative work by many well known basket makers.
This is not a light weight book, figuratively or literally, and a worthy addition to anyone's library.
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This volume on wicker basketry offers 30 projects, including a Chinese lantern, a picnic basket for one, and a market basket. Clear how-to instructions and photographs accompany each project and a gallery of contemporary baskets aim to offer inspiration. ... Read more

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Flo Hoppe Wicker Basketry
I love this book and have been trying to obtain it for some time.It originally came from the Seattle Public Library and is in wonderful condition for a used book.I love it and will definitely order from this supplier again.

A Variety of Baskets
This Basket book has baskets to make for all skill levels.
Some are more intrakit. some are very plain, but very pretty
for every day use.This book has very good picture for instruction of the various weaves.I take a class in basket making and one of the other students had the book and I knew I
needed this book to make baskets.It also has colored pictures which I like.

Flo has done it a second time!!
I thought that Flo wrote the "bible" on round reed baskets with her first book and she has out-done herself with this 2nd one. If you are experienced at making baskets with round reed and you want a challenge, get this book. If you need a good reference to start with simpler baskets, get her first one. This bookhas some stunning baskets. She gives excellent illustrations and directions anyone can follow. As a teacher of basketry I would not be without it for reference and a source for many beautiful baskets for my students to make. ... Read more

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The Haida and the Tlingit people of the northern Northwest Coast are renowned for their outstanding arts, among them elegant spruce-root basketry. Prized by non-Native collectors for more than a century, these finely woven creations are found in museums and private collections all over the world. Despite the continued popularity of these baskets, there is little published about them.

Sharon Busby examines the history and evolution of spruce-root basketry, starting with the archaeological evidence of baskets older than the Egyptian pyramids. She describes traditional uses and forms, as well as changes in style when basketry became part of the souvenir trade that developed in the late 1880s. She also describes the heroic efforts of 20th-century Haida and Tlingit teachers who kept the ancient traditions alive and the contemporary weavers who have revitalized the art.

Spruce-Root Basketry of the Haida and Tlingit provides the largest collection of color images of Haida and Tlingit baskets ever published, many of them for the first time. The skillful photography of Ron Reeder presents a visual history of spruce-root basketry from the 1850s to the present. He captures the lustrous patina of the old baskets made for traditional Native uses as well as the impressive variety of baskets made for sale in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Photographs also portrays the baskets made today by weavers who are a living part of a long tradition.

Historical photographs enhance the account of the late 19th and early 20th centuries and provide a visual counterpoint to the vibrant color images of the baskets today.Drawings by Margaret Davidson explain the complex weaving techniques used in these baskets for millennia.The combination of compelling images and informative text makes this book a welcome addition to the literature of basketry and Northwest Coast art for students, collectors, and admirers of this art form. ... Read more

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Spruce Root Basketry of the Haida and Tlingit
Great book for anyone interested in basket making.Covers all facets of Haida and Tlingit spruce root baskets, including their origins, uses, how they are made and even their care and appreciation of them.Numerous excellent pictures and illustrations compliment the text. ... Read more

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A practical book on the techniques, methods and design of basketry for basketmakers of all abilities. The authors provide an inventory of materials and specialist tools; many design possibilities; practical advice on starting a basket; and a variety of different weaves. ... Read more

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English willow basketry techniques
This book has lots of great information on growing, preparing and using English willow to make baskets.The title suggests a more general topic.There are several example baskets with good instructions and diagrams, but if you're looking for instructions on flat- or round-reed baskets, look at Lyn Siler's books instead. ... Read more

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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Read more

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Aboriginal American Indian Basketry

otis tufton mason

1976
"The finest most comprehensive book ever written on the Indian basketry of both American continents." from back cover of book. Collectible Edition. Reprint of the 1904 ed. published by Govt. Print. Off., Washington, under title Aboriginal American basketry and issued as Annual report of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution for the year ending June 30, 1902 and also as Document no. 484 of House of Representatives, 57th Congress, 2d session.
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Aboriginal American Indian Basketry

otis tufton mason

1976
"The finest most comprehensive book ever written on the Indian basketry of both American continents." from back cover of book. Collectible Edition. Reprint of the 1904 ed. published by Govt. Print. Off., Washington, under title Aboriginal American basketry and issued as Annual report of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution for the year ending June 30, 1902 and also as Document no. 484 of House of Representatives, 57th Congress, 2d session.
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A large photographic book, The Traditional Crafts of Saudi Arabia examines the Bedouin of Arabia and gathers material on weavings, costumes and jewelry, their leather work, woodwork, basketry, metalwork, and equipment needed for survival in the desert. Of particular relevance to anthropologists looking at the traditional desert crafts of the Arabs, but also to any individual with a personal interest in the Arab world and the desert way of life before the arrival of modern conveniences.

An acknowledged classic in the field of Saudi Arabian desert crafts now reissued with an updated text, explanded selection of examples and new photographs Traditional Crafts of Saudi Arabia, is set to become the standard work for a new generation of enthusiasts keen to discover more about the artistry of the Bedouin of Saudi Arabia.

Beautifully carved saddles, with colorful attachments, turquoise and silver amulets, ornately embroidered dresses and intricately woven carpets adorn the pages of this book. Many of the Bedouin costumes, pieces of jewelry and weaving can now only be viewed in museums.

Featuring:
Costumes, equipment and artifacts of the desert dwellers
The work of jewelry makers, leather workers and basket weavers, carpenters and metal workers
Authoritative and engaging text written by a collection of experts in their fields including Dr. Abdullah H. Masry, William E. Mulligan and Anthony Landreau
Information on the traditional lifestyle and ethnology of this enigmatic people

For collectors, ethnologists and anyone interested in the fast-disappearing way of life in Saudi Arabia, this book will provide a wonderful guide. ... Read more

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Traditional Crafts of Saudi Arabia
I found this book helpful as an expat living in Saudi Arabia.The emphasis was heavily focused on textiles, which was very informative.The other crafts were also interesting and I would have enjoyed more information regarding those items.Overall, a very good reference book and learning tool on this little known country.

A look at a lifestyle
This is a lovely volume of native crafts that would be well appreciated by the individual interested in the arts and crafts of a nomadic people.Some of the textiles displayed are worthy of a museum as are some of the pieces of equipment used to make them.There are old photos even showing how some of the cultural equipment was actually used.Much of the material presented was collected in the suqs (market places) in Taif, Riyadh, and Jiddah, places to which I had been myself and where I had also collected some craft objects which I display in my own home.As growing numbers of the world's community begin to acquire and prefer the more "perfect," cheaper, mass produced commodoties of our age of technology, the knowledge of these crafts will undoubtedly dwindle.Hopefully those with an appreciation of the knowledge and artistic ability of the old crafsman will preserve with loving care some of the few pieces that remain.I know some large silver bedouin beads I purchased in the women's suq in Riyadh have a pride of place in my home; I use them as Christmas tree ornaments every year and treasure them! ... Read more

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Navajo wedding baskets and Apache water baskets; sweetgrass and black ash splint baskets from New York State; rattan hanging baskets from Bangladesh; raffia embroidery from China; Japanese bamboo openwork; Berber baskets from Morocco; Zulu coiled pots; rope-rim baskets from Catalonia; black maple from Hungary; birch-bark strips from Finland; picnic baskets from France; horsehair from Chile; plaited yucca from Mexico...Baskets, with their simplicity and versatility, have survived the rise and fall of all the world's great civilizations. So functional that they were once taken for granted, today they are collected and displayed for their elegance, the decorative power of their immemorial patterns, the respect of their makers for natural materials, and—not least—their affordability. While basketmaking as a living art and craft has an extensive modern literature, this is the first book to provide a worldwide survey, revealing common solutions to design and construction within a dazzling range of styles. The book is organized into five principal sections, containing over eighty individual topics, each richly illustrated.

• Materials: from bamboo and bark, rattan and rushes, to palms and grasses and leaf fibers.
• Techniques: from twining and plaiting to coiling, linking, and looping.
• Decoration: from natural colors and dyes to embroidery and embellishment.
• Everyday basketry: from cradles, fishing, and storage to rites of passage.
• Wider applications: from art to hats, architecture to transport.

With over 800 illustrations of baskets and basketry, a guide to collecting, a glossary, information on where to see baskets, and a bibliography, this survey will prove essential for anyone concerned with art, craft, decorative objects, and interior design. 830 illustrations, 697 in color. ... Read more

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just the thing for basket collectors and others
this is a wonderful book for anyone interested in world cultures. the illustrations and information are very helpful for basket collectors and basket makers.

great resource book
Not only is this a wonderful book for the coffee table it is detailed inmaterials, techniques, and decorations of baskets from around the world. Easilly identifiable photos of baskets as well as great photos of the weavers. Recommend this book to anyone interested in weaving, baskets, and ethnic handicrafts.

Eye candy - a MUST for all basket makers and enjoyers
Any basket maker or collector will enjoy and appreciate this book, and frankly their library will not be complete without it.Colorful and just packed with photographs, graphically stimulating and full of information about baskets and basket making around the world.I cherish my copy, and find it has inspired me to look again at the "average" and "use" baskets in my home - not just those in my collection.A worthy gift! ... Read more

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Beautiful book but
It is a beautiful book if you are just looking for something that showed you works of art.There is very little about how they are made, etc. so didn't really interest me.It felt more like a cheap coffee table book to me.

art with beads
This is a gorgeous book - the featured artists work with a variety of materials to create gorgeous objects.I particularly like this book because the work pictured is beautifully crafted sculpture.It is a delicious sourcebook for anyone who is interested in mixed media or 3D collage. ... Read more

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Most complete survey of Indian basket-making describes uses of baskets, their role in legend and ceremony, origins of forms and designs, materials and colors, weaves and stitches, plus full instructions for those who want to make their own. Southwest, Pacific coast. Basic work for anthropologist, collector, draftsman. 355 illustrations.
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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process.We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! ... Read more