Five Things That I Wish I'd Known When I First Started Weaving on a Frame Loom from a completely self-taught weaver who learned entirely by trying things, Googling, and learning through mistakes.
Potholder looms have come a long way since the rainbow-colored, polyester days. Now they're viewed as a great way to make modern weavings.
Soft color-and-weave towels in two contrasting shades of blue.
Basketweave Setup – Thread Placement The Honeycomb Effect By Lady Johanna Fleming Step by Step 1) Start by warping a bor...
For those that want to try weaving, but don't want to spend money on a loom before they know if they'll like it, this is your post. And this post can also be used for those that want to make a temporary large loom or just have a second loom. Making a loom out of
These Llamas or Alpacas were inspired by a friend who asked if I could weave Llamas. The PDF Tie-up is written for a Jack or rising shed loom. If you have a sinking shed or Counter Marche loom you will need to adapt the tie up and use a skeletal tie up. NOTE: These instructions assume you are familiar with the Summer Winter weave structure. This structure is woven with one warp and two wefts. The plain weave, also called the ground or tabby weft and the pattern or supplementary weft. For more information on this structure there are many references on the internet or in book. After purchasing if you have trouble downloading contact me with an email and I will send them to you. You can decide if you want a border at both ends or just one end. The suggested amount of yardage includes yarn for a border at both ends. Fabric Description: Plain weave with summer winter: using two or three shuttles I plan on adding a YouTube recording showing how to weave part of the image. The link for the video will be added to the pattern once it is completed. If you have any questions about this pattern please contact me. Copyright by Margery Erickson – This pattern is for personal use only. The designer request that you do not reproduce this to create items for sale.
I've made quite a few posts on how to finish a weave and take it off the loom, but I still get questions. Today I'm pulling together my posts so that they are easier to find. And maybe there is a technique you haven't seen yet. Finishing a Weave The first step to finishing a weave is what
If you are a weaver who works on a frame loom, you might have come across floor loom weaving patterns that look equally interesting and intimidating. Floor loom weavers have to know how to read weaving patterns, to be able to set up their floor looms properly: thread all the ends in the right sequence through the heddl
Quick Update - I now have plans for you to make your own adjustable loom that is much better than the picture frame! I highly recommend you check it out :)
Have you ever wanted to set up your loom for a weaving, but you’re unsure of how to read the instructions? Let's learn how to read a weaving draft!
Weaving the softest baby boy blanket inspired by the sea. This blanket can be easily done on a rigid heddle loom.
Designed and woven by Annie MacHaleaspinnerweaver.comInkle weaving gives you the ability to make so many practical and beautiful items for everyday use. Of all the things I have woven on my Schacht inkle looms—I currently have 8—one of the most useful has been this little bracelet, which I also use as a watchband.It all started when I came across some small 1/2" side release buckles and thought that they would work nicely for a little woven bracelet. I wove bands using crochet cotton, which comes in so many wonderful and bright colors! The bracelets were so lightweight and comfortable to wear, I began making collections of them that I could mix and match in bunches. I then made the happy discovery that the 1/2" band fitted my watch perfectly. Naturally, I made my own custom watch band, and it is truly the most comfortable watch band that I have ever owned.My coworkers and friends saw them and loved them, too. They helped me imagine other uses for this little strap with a side release buckle. They can be used as bracelets or watch bands. You can also attach your keys or water bottle to a purse or backpack. They are versatile and useful for everyone!Project SpecsWeave structure: plain weaveWeaving width: 1/2"Number of warp ends: 35Warp length: 78", which will yield 6 to 8 bracelets.
Do you remember my post on simple shading? Well, since it was so easy, colorful, and fun I decided it would make a good beginner's pattern! This pattern is perfect for those who are newer to weaving and want to make something interesting. The best part is it only requires the simple over/under weave technique.
Soak it all up... every ounce of it! These colors just feel good! The more, the merrier! Ahh... ...
Hey guys! This post is for those of you who want to try weaving on a circle loom, but you are not in the market for yet another loom. I get it, if I could I'd have 100 different looms, but that's not happening anytime soon. So a more affordable option is to use an
A simple frame loom is a FANTASTIC piece of equipment to have in your studio. They are versatile, portable, and easy to store.
This project has been on my list for a long time. But with all projects, that are meant as personal, they tend to slowly slip down the to-do list. Now the time has come, though, and I finally got to make this rug for my bathroom. It’s supposed to lay next to the bathtub and soak the water off our wet feet. But it does
Looking so psychedelic… this is overshot “woven on opposites”. I’m using the aqua for my main colour and orange for the accent colour. It beats more closely because there is no tabby to provide the base structure and looks more weft-faced. The treadling rhythm doesn’t feel as convenient as alternating two feet for pattern-tabby-pattern-tabby, but ...
If you've seen my woven art before, you know I like to use the pile weave from time to time. For those that are new to weaving, the pile weave is woven loops. It's one of my favorite ways to add texture and dimension to my weaves. I especially love how flexible the loops are.
Below are instructions on how to make a knee tape loom out of poster board material and how to weave a tape. Also, click here for information on the tape loom in the Hyland House collection. Make y…
How to Weave Straight Edges Like a Pro Hi friends! I often get students who are frustrated by this, and even though I cover it in my beginning weaving video class, I decided to publish a public tutorial as well. The secret is 3 words: BUBBLE , STRUM and BEAT . Do you have issues keeping your
If you are a weaver who works on a frame loom, you might have come across floor loom weaving patterns that look equally interesting and intimidating. Floor loom weavers have to know how to read weaving patterns, to be able to set up their floor looms properly: thread all the ends in the right sequence through the heddl
If you are a weaver who works on a frame loom, you might have come across floor loom weaving patterns that look equally interesting and intimidating. Floor loom weavers have to know how to read weaving patterns, to be able to set up their floor looms properly: thread all the ends in the right sequence through the heddl
Those simple handwoven cotton dish towels were made using a rigid heddle loom. The pattern is easy and perfect for beginner weavers.
If you've seen my work, you may have noticed that I love weaving loops. I really like the soft texture that they give weaves. They also give a more organic feel to my weaves. So if you're wondering how to make these loops in your own weaves, it's actually pretty easy! One key item you
First thing you need to learn when you want to start your adventure with weaving is how to warp a loom. Warp are all vertical threads you stretch between top and bottom beam of the loom. You will use them to weave weft - horizontal threads - between them. It’s important that your warp is stretched properly and has a go
If you’re hooked on inkle weaving and wondering what to do with all your new bands, here are a few clever ideas—from tried-and-true to mind-blowingly creative.
I’ve decided to finally buckle down and apply myself and attack one of the test questions looming over me! I am still chugging along on the Senior level of the GCW Master Weavers program, well chugging could be an exaggeration, moseying may be a better word. The Senior level has test questions #21 – 30, and this one is for question #29 entitled Colour and Weave. The question is in four sections. Part A is a briefly written piece about Colour and Weave. Part B is a briefly written piece about Shadow Weave. Part C is weave a sample of either Shadow Weave or Colour and Weave on 4 or more shafts. Part D is a record and draft of the woven piece. Sounds easy right! This is a single pattern repeat of my chosen pattern. I decided to make it easy on myself and do a 4 shaft Shadow Weave. I chose to do the piece in navy and turquoise 2/8 unmercerized cotton. My colour choice had two criteria, the first being that I wanted a strong contrast and the second is that it had to be out of my stash. I've only put on two yards and plan to get it right the first time (or two).The rules state that I must weave it a minimum of 12" x 18" finished and may not use floating selvedges (drat!).This piece need not be an original pattern so this draft came from Marion Powell’s book titled 1000(+) Patterns in 4, 6, and 8 Harness Shadow Weave. This book is without a doubt one of the best resources for Shadow Weave that I have found, I really recommend it. Here are a few facts about Shadow Weave. Shadow weave is usually set on a twill sequence threading, it is not a true twill, but rather a plain weave with two thread skips, which because of the use of two colors, one dark, one light, alternating in both warp and weft, make shadows between the changes of the hatching. Shadow weave threads run at a 45 degree angle with distinct dark row alternating with a distinct light row with the edge threads interwoven with each other in a definite feather stitch pattern. If you use an ascending progression a dark thread precedes a light thread; descending is the reverse. Shadow weave is a firm durable weave which is completely reversible. This is my guilty purchase for the year, OK maybe not my only guilty purchase, but the latest one anyway! It arrived just like this, nothing but the clear plastic wrap and my name on the side, and it was just abandoned in my carport - they must have been sure it was ment for me...I have been eyeing a steam press for a couple of years and was hoping to buy one second hand, but one never appeared on any of the sites I searched. I found this one on the internet but always talked myself out of this rather large purchase, until Ngaire found it discounted $60.00 at Costco! It was meant to be I guess! I’ve always felt that my pressing is my weak spot, I just can’t seem to press hard enough, so hopefully this will fix that problem. By the way the table cloth the steam press is siting on was made by my mother in the 1950's and it a real treasure! This press has settings for different types of fibres, from synthetic to linen, so it should fit all my needs.And it has lots of steam jets! Apparently it only needs 4 seconds in contact with the fabric to press it perfectly. I’m looking forward to giving it a try and seeing if it really performs as I hope it does. Now where, oh where do I put it!
Quick Update - I now have plans for you to make your own adjustable loom that is much better than the picture frame! I highly recommend you check it out :)
In this tutorial, I'll show you how to finish a potholder loom as well as how to start and make a cute potholder with fun updated colors.
Here's the perfect course for beginners - it costs almost nothing to get started! Ready for some weaving fun? $30 Click below to purchase on my sister site, where my courses live. Weave with Lucy - Weave Easy Mug Rugs
How to weave a bracelet for beginners In this blog you can learn step by step how to weave a bracelet on one of our looms. We share a list of supplies needed for weaving, and specific tips and tricks for making a friendship bracelet. Weaving a bracelet is a fun afternoon activity and great
Our Baby Wolf loom is the most uncompromising small loom available today. It has all the advantages of portability while maintaining the best big loom features. If compactness and portability are what you are looking for, you’ll be interested in this thoughtfully engineered loom. The weaving width of the Baby Wolf is 26″. You have your choice of 4 or 8 shafts (also called harnesses), or the 4 Now-4 Later model. The X-frame design is exceptionally stable and can be folded to a depth of 18″. The adjustable beater allows the position of the shuttle race to be raised or lowered if necessary. The Baby Wolf employs a friction brake on the warp beam that lets you advance the warp smoothly.
A little bit ago, I received a question from a reader who had woven all the way down to the bottom of her loom. Her weave was finished and ready to take off the loom, but now she realized she didn't have much warp thread left to finish the weave. She asked if she had
Plain weave doesn't have to be plain. Using different colors to create patterns with your plain weave is a great way to mix it up!
How to weave for beginners In this tutorial you can learn the basics of weaving. From warping your loom to weaving different patterns, scroll down to learn all you need to know for your first weaving project. Weaving on a lap loom is a trending craft technique. You can make your own kitchen towels and home
