Seat Weaving

Perry, L. Day, 1887-1955Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.8

Word count: 114K words
Chapters: 12

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Seat Weaving by L. Day PerryAuthor: Perry, L. Day, 1887-1955,Language: English, Class: TT: Technology: Handicrafts, Arts and crafts, Release Date: Oct 15, 2016

Editor's review

This book is a relatively practical type of early handcraft textbook, centering on the specific skill of seat weaving and explaining material preparation, weaving steps, and finishing clearly and orderly. Its value lies not in decorative narration but in preserving an easily overlooked everyday craft as an operable written record. The author, L. Day Perry, long engaged in writing handcraft education, writes in a teaching style with clear organization, suitable for step-by-step practice by process. As a free Project Gutenberg e-book, it is easy to obtain and convenient for readers to consult at any time in the workshop. It should be read as a work manual rather than a theoretical book: first read through the process, then prepare materials and practice, returning to the corresponding chapters for specific procedures. For readers studying traditional crafts, designing handcraft courses, or restoring old furniture, this book provides a rare primary reference.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers interested in hand weaving and seat repair who are willing to practice
Teachers engaged in handcraft courses who need references to old-style crafts
Culture enthusiasts studying the history of traditional crafts and everyday object making
Collectors who like practical old craft manuals

Not a good fit for

Readers hoping to systematically study modern furniture design theory
Beginners who only want richly illustrated introductions with detailed step photos
Readers who have difficulty reading English technical instructions

Reading tips

First read through the whole book's process, then prepare materials and practice in chapter order
While reading, copy the tool and material lists separately for easy checking when preparing materials
Where process descriptions are unclear, take notes supplementing them with your own weaving practice
Read alongside similar handcraft manuals to compare differences in weaving methods

About the publisher

Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

Project Gutenberg is a digital publishing project focused on public-domain ebooks. Its publishing direction centers on classic literary works whose copyright has expired, covering genres such as poetry, drama, fiction, and epic. Representative books include Lyrical Ballads by Wordsworth and Coleridge, Proust's Du côté de chez Swann, Shakespeare's Macbeth and The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Homer's The Iliad, Dante's La Divina Comèdia: Purgatòri, Cervantes's The History of Don Quixote, Volume 2, and Grahame's The Wind in the Willows. Its author resources consist mainly of classic Western writers such as Wordsworth, Proust, Shakespeare, Homer, Dante, Cervantes, Grahame, and Tolstoy. Its publishing feature is the provision of freely accessible ebooks in EPUB and Kindle formats; it is not a traditional publisher, and publicly available information is limited.

FAQ

Is this book suitable for someone with no weaving foundation at all?

It can be an introduction, but patience is needed. The book explains by process, with steps mainly in text and lacking photo demonstrations; complete beginners should first look over the overall process, then compare chapters while working, repeatedly trying with the actual object where unclear, and should not expect to understand it in one reading.

How should I use the electronic edition together with actual practice?

It is recommended to place the e-book beside the workbench, read chapter by chapter, and look over the whole procedure before starting. Copy the material list and key steps onto paper to avoid frequently turning pages with material on your hands. After completing each stage, check back against the book's description and promptly record your adjustments.

Are the techniques in the book still applicable today?

The book discusses the basic principles and manual process of seat weaving; the core methods of this craft are not outdated and can still be used for old chair repair and handcraft practice. But material names and tools may bear traces of their time; readers can flexibly adjust with readily available modern substitutes and need not stick rigidly to what the original lists.

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About the author

Perry, L. Day, 1887-1955 Author

L. Day Perry (1887–1955) is an author about whom little biographical information survives; public records are limited, and his nationality, education, and professional career are not clearly documented. What can be confirmed is that he wrote Seat Weaving, the only work by him held in this collection. Judging from its title and subject, the book deals with the craft of seat weaving, a practical handicraft intended for readers who wish to make or repair chair seats themselves. Works of this kind typically consist of step-by-step instructions, material descriptions, and illustrations, aiming at clarity and usability rather than theoretical discussion. Perry's writing style presumably serves this practical purpose as well, focusing on explaining the craft process in an accessible way. Because relevant historical sources are scarce, the book's circulation and influence beyond craft circles are difficult to establish, yet it remains a useful record and guide to the technique of seat weaving.