I have added a new page to my website entitled “Fringe.” I have also started writing a series of articles about coverlet fringe for the Early American Coverlets & Counterpanes Study Group. I have included my first article on my website. Fringe
As you may know, I have always been fascinated by early coverlet fringe. The only reference I have found in the 19th century literature about fringe is the listing of the price of the fringe for a particular coverlet in a weaver’s account books. There is no reference to the kind of fringe that was woven or how it was woven. I have documented the various fringe techniques that I have found on early coverlets. Next, I have woven samples of the fringe. Finally, I have woven fringe for my own woven coverlets.
I am currently weaving a fringe for one of my small coverlet/wall hangings. I am on example number 3, since I felt the first two did not work with my coverlet.
I will be teaching a class on fringe, which can be attended in person at the Red Stone Glen Fiber Arts Center, York Haven, Pennsylvania or via zoom. For more information go to: https://redstoneglen.com/classes/month/2021-04/
Tape Fringe Leno Lace Fringe Tied Fringe
As you may know, I have always been fascinated by early coverlet fringe. The only reference I have found in the 19th century literature about fringe is the listing of the price of the fringe for a particular coverlet in a weaver’s account books. There is no reference to the kind of fringe that was woven or how it was woven. I have documented the various fringe techniques that I have found on early coverlets. Next, I have woven samples of the fringe. Finally, I have woven fringe for my own woven coverlets.
I am currently weaving a fringe for one of my small coverlet/wall hangings. I am on example number 3, since I felt the first two did not work with my coverlet.
I will be teaching a class on fringe, which can be attended in person at the Red Stone Glen Fiber Arts Center, York Haven, Pennsylvania or via zoom. For more information go to: https://redstoneglen.com/classes/month/2021-04/
Tape Fringe Leno Lace Fringe Tied Fringe