The Woven Chair
The Woven Chair by Brandy Clements, published by Blue Hills Press on January 2, 2025, is a comprehensive guide focused on restoring and repairing woven chairs. This 178-page book combines the expertise of Clements and Dave Klingler, who are affiliated with the Silver River Chairs Center for Chair Caning. It provides detailed instructions and step-by-step photography to illustrate the intricate process of chair restoration, making it accessible for crafters at any skill level.
Readers will find a variety of projects that cover both modern and traditional styles, including Mid-Century modern pieces and Shaker Tape weavings. The book emphasizes techniques for revitalizing old or damaged chairs, allowing individuals to personalize their furniture with new fiber materials and weaving patterns. By following the methods outlined in this edition, readers can learn to restore heirloom furniture and enhance their skills in crafts related to woodworking and folkcrafts.
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The definitive guide to restoring and repair woven chairs from the nation’s only chair caning school and museum
Brandy Clements and Dave Klingler, the duo behind Silver River Chairs Center for Chair Caning, have co-authored The Woven Chair to bring their expertise in this ancient art to crafters. Each project is guided with in-depth instructions and step-by-step photography that demonstrates the complex beauty of each chair.
Discover how to bring old or damaged chairs back to life by restoring them and adding a personal touch with new fiber materials or weaving patterns that complement the style. Learn the techniques of a skilled craftsman at your own pace, from prepping the chair, gathering the necessary materials, and finishing just as you would in their classes.
Projects include restoring everything from iconic Mid-Century modern pieces, to more traditional Shaker Tape weavings and repairing laced cane chairs. The techniques you learn here will help you breathe new life into your heirloom furniture.
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