weaving


Weaving and the Milwaukee WPA

During the Depression, the Works Projects Administration (WPA) hired the unemployed to write plays, build libraries, improve roads, bring electricity to rural areas, and much, much more—including weaving.

The Dean of Handweaving: Mary Meigs Atwater

Mary Meigs Atwater is considered by many to be the weaver who brought weaving back.

Ballgowns and Hot Air Balloons

Taffeta is the fabric of ball gowns and balloons.

Baby Clothing Throughout the Ages

Baby clothing tends to be cute whether handwoven or not but wouldn't you like to dress a baby you love in handwovens?

"Super Silk": Silk That's Strong Enough to Catch a Falling Plane

Scientists are working to improve on a pretty spectacular natural silk, spider silk.