{"id":21687,"date":"2026-02-20T14:05:23","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T13:05:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mirrix.be\/learn\/tapestry-with-pulled-warp-susan-iverson\/"},"modified":"2026-03-15T09:39:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T08:39:58","slug":"tapestry-with-pulled-warp-susan-iverson","status":"publish","type":"learn","link":"https:\/\/mirrix.be\/en\/learn\/tapestry-with-pulled-warp-susan-iverson\/","title":{"rendered":"Tapestry with Pulled Warp \u2013 Susan Iverson"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Tapestry with Pulled Warp<\/strong> by Susan Iverson is the go-to reference work for any weaver who wants to move beyond the flat surface. It shows how tension, technique and structure can give woven fabric a literal new dimension through sculpture, curved forms and three-dimensional effects.<\/p>\n<p>With 241 colour photographs of Iverson\u2019s own work and step-by-step instructions, it is both a source of inspiration and a technical guide. Keep it on your desk while weaving, and on your shelf as a reference for later.<\/p>\n<p>This is not a book you read once. It is a book you open again and again.<\/p>\n<h2>What will you find in this book?<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21685\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21685\" style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21627 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mirrix.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tapestry-with-Pulled-Warp.webp\" alt=\"Cover of Tapestry with Pulled Warp \" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mirrix.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tapestry-with-Pulled-Warp.webp 550w, https:\/\/mirrix.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tapestry-with-Pulled-Warp-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/mirrix.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tapestry-with-Pulled-Warp-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/mirrix.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tapestry-with-Pulled-Warp-100x100.webp 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21685\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tapestry with Pulled Warp by Susan Iverson, the key reference work on tapestry!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Susan Iverson has decades of experience in pulled-warp tapestry. In this book, she shares her knowledge in a structured and accessible way, including for weavers who are not yet familiar with the technique.<\/p>\n<p>The book covers, among other things:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>the basic principles of pulled warp: how to manipulate warp threads to create shape and space<\/li>\n<li>building tension and structure in three-dimensional weaving<\/li>\n<li>techniques for sculpture and curved weavings, from simple to complex<\/li>\n<li>material advice: which yarns, warp materials and loom setups work best<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The book is structured like a workshop on paper: you can read it from start to finish, but it works just as well as a reference guide when you are in the middle of a project and need to look up a specific technique.<\/p>\n<h2>Who is this book for?<\/h2>\n<p>This book is suitable for weavers who:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>already have experience with tapestry or basic weaving and want more technical depth<\/li>\n<li>want to experiment with three-dimensional effects and sculptural textile art<\/li>\n<li>are looking for a reliable reference work they can return to again and again<\/li>\n<li>work on a Mirrix loom and want to make the most of its technical possibilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Are you still a beginner? Then this book may be a little too technical as a starting point. A good foundation begins with the courses by tapestry artist Liz Whiteside. After that, this book really opens up.<\/p>\n<p>First learn the basics? Discover <a href=\"https:\/\/mirrix.be\/en\/learn\/liz-whiteside-studio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Liz Whiteside\u2019s course<\/a>s.<\/p>\n<h2>Pulled warp on a Mirrix loom<\/h2>\n<p>The pulled-warp technique requires a sturdy loom with precise tension control. Mirrix looms have a solid frame and adjustable tension, making them especially suitable for putting the techniques from this book into practice.<\/p>\n<p>Would you also like to see Iverson\u2019s techniques explained online? Textile artist Natasha Khiev offers online classes on pulled warp and related structural techniques, specifically tailored to Mirrix users.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mirrix.be\/en\/learn\/push-your-boundaries-with-natasha-khiev\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Go to the online pulled-warp classes.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Tapestry with Pulled Warp \u2014 Susan Iverson<\/h3>\n<p>Available from specialised booksellers and online, including via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.susaniversonart.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Susan Iverson\u2019s website<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/handweaving.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Handweaving.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Questions about the book or about Mirrix looms? Contact <a href=\"mailto:info@mirrix.eu\">info@mirrix.eu.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions about Tapestry with Pulled Warp<\/h2>\n<h3>What is the book Tapestry with Pulled Warp by Susan Iverson?<\/h3>\n<p>Tapestry with Pulled Warp is a technical reference work by textile artist Susan Iverson on the pulled-warp technique in tapestry. The book explains how to manipulate warp threads to create three-dimensional effects, sculptures and curved weavings. It includes 241 colour photographs and step-by-step instructions.<\/p>\n<h3>What is pulled warp?<\/h3>\n<p>Pulled warp, also called warp manipulation, is a technique in which the warp threads, normally the fixed foundation of your weaving, are intentionally manipulated during or after weaving. This creates curved lines, texture and three-dimensional structures in the fabric.<\/p>\n<h3>What level is this book suitable for?<\/h3>\n<p>The book is best suited to weavers with basic tapestry experience who want to experiment with three-dimensional techniques. Absolute beginners are advised to first learn the basics, for example through the online courses by tapestry artist Liz Whiteside.<\/p>\n<h3>Is pulled warp possible on a Mirrix loom?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Mirrix looms are especially well suited to pulled-warp techniques thanks to their solid frame and precisely adjustable tension. Textile artist Natasha Khiev also offers online classes on pulled warp and warp manipulation specifically for Mirrix users.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the difference between pulled warp and warp play?<\/h3>\n<p>Both terms describe manipulating warp threads as part of the design, but they are used in different contexts. Susan Iverson uses the term pulled warp with a focus on three-dimensional sculpture. Natasha Khiev uses the term warp play for a broader range of experiments with warp structures on the Mirrix loom.<\/p>\n<h3>Where can I buy this book?<\/h3>\n<p>The book is available from specialised weaving bookshops, Handweaving.net and international online book platforms. 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