Deb Brandon is a respected textile artist and enthusiast, a writer, and a speaker. She is a professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Carnegie Mellon Universityand is also a member of WARP (Weave a Real Peace).

"Fun, full of surprises, and a valuable contribution to understanding a wide range of cultures, something sorely needed in this ever more conflicted world. Written in bite-sized chapters, with stunning photography . . . recommended for textile lovers and world travelers alike." -Deborah Chandler, author of Traditional Weavers of Guatemala and Learning to Weave

"Amplifies the thread that connects all fans of cloth-making together, while offering a deep sense of place." -Liz Gipson, author of Weaving Made Easy and host of the Yarnworker School of Weaving

"Once in a while, a book comes along that reminds us why textiles are so integral to human endeavors. This is a book to savor." -Sara Lamb, weaver and author of Spin to Weave

"Deb Brandon is a lover of textiles and it shows in this personal textile journey of a broad range of techniques from around the world and the people who master them." -Jane Patrick, Creative Director of Schacht Spindle Company

"A global tour marked by depth, insight, and intrigue . . . a gift for textile enthusiasts and for the future." -Linda Ligon, Founder of Interweave Press and Director of Thrums Books

Independent Publisher Book Award (IPPY), How-To (Crafts/Hobby/Industrial Arts), Silver Medal (2019) - Winner [United States]

IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award (Multicultural), Silver Medal (2020) - Short-listed [United States]

Foreword Indies Award, Multicultural Category, Silver Medal (2020) - Short-listed [United States]

Foreword Indies Award, Hobbies & Home Category, Gold Medal (2020) - Winner [United States]