It is easy to limit your record keeping to numbers. But it is when you keep physical records – samples and swatches – that the real fun begins.
FRIENDS OF THE HOUSE · Knitting the Ocean - “It’s so hard to explain because on land…there’s nothing that is like it. Because you feel weightless… you can’t hear anything besides your own breathing,” says Erik Speer when describing scuba diving. “So many senses are taken away from you, but then you are just inundated with...new experiences and visions.”
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I've proposed a class in tablet weaving for our local OLLI. I don't know how the proposal will fare, but I'm having fun doing the research. Tablet weaving has been resident in my box of tricks for a long time....
Knit and Purl Stitch Patterns with Free Patterns and Video Tutorials by Studio Knit.
Lacemaking has gone all organic this month. Here at Adventures HQ I have been captivated by the lace art work of Hungarian artist Agnes Herczeg. Herczeg
There have been a lot of interesting style aesthetics gaining popularity over the last few years (anyone familiar with cottagecore or dark academia would tell you the same). A popular type of style often raved about among fashion enthusiasts has been labeled as dark mori or gothic minimalist, but could be better described as "witchy." While not always explicitly duplicating witches of folklore, sometimes this style does throw in a pentagram or pointy hat. That said, these 13 Witchy Knitting Patterns are subdued enough to wear to school or work while still giving you that mystical edge. If you think exclusively of '90s goth fashion when you think of 'witchy,' think again! This style is elegant, refined, and evocative of fantasy and mystery without being kitschy. Women of any age can pull off these cool knitting patterns, and many are easy enough for beginners to tackle. Not to be confused with the wiccan lifestyle, these patterns are simply callbacks in certain ways to witches of pop culture or lore. Whether you're looking for a few spooky statement pieces for October or some inspiration to revamp your entire wardrobe, you'll love these trendy knitting patterns. Sign up for our free email newsletter for more amazing patterns!
Scarves are so much fun to knit, especially if you have really amazing scarf knitting patterns like the ones listed! Even better? They are all FREE!
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.
Wild Flower Honey Bulky Art Yarn. The inspiration of this homespun yarn was a giveaway in honor of Honey bees and Beekeepers. It reminded me of the Wild Flowers and H9ney Bees. Read more...
Although you wouldn’t know it from looking at me, I really do love clothes and…
The Russian Join is one of the absolute best ways to join yarn due to it's secure hold and invisible finish As enjoyable as it is to crochet and knit, weaving in ends is generally
Sizing: True to size Material composition: 100% Nylon/Polyamide Clothing type: H Material: Polyester Pattern: Self design Fabric elasticity: Moderate elasticity Season: Spring-Summer Weaving type: Knit Style: Leisure Weight: 585 g Pocket: No pockets This loose long sleeve wool V-neck sweater cardigan for women is made
Customise with your choice of over 20 colours. Decide using the numbered leaves and colours then drop me a message with your selections. This lovely home decor rug is made of a milky-white cotton cord using macrame technique. It can be used as a floor decor or a photo background. It will bring coziness and comfort to your home, wherever you place it. It will look great as a bedside rug, or will be a great addition to the living room decor in the styles of boho, rustic, country, scandinavian. The mat looks excellent from all sides, no knots or protruding threads. The edges of the mat are fixed, so you can not worry that it will open or the pattern will deteriorat All items are handmade, therefore no two will be identical. All products are 100% cotton
There are lots of terms in knitting that we recognise in every day life. Then there are those that confuse us as we've never heard them before! Worsted is one of them. You'll learn all about the double meaning of 'worsted yarn' today.
Follow our step-by-step tutorial for this woven Easter basket idea and learn how to weave in the process. All you need is an inexpensive ball of hemp cord and a darning needle.
Weaving a filled tubular cord with a weaving disc. This blog accompanies two articles in the Journal for Weavers, Spinners and Dyers. https://journalwsd.org.uk/ Journal for Weavers, Spinners and Dyers, 285 Spring 2023 A Weaving Disc - an exploration of history and uses. Part 1, and 285 2023, Summer, A Weaving Disc - part 2. What is disc weaving? I have been exploring a little known weaving implement: a weaving disc. The disc seems to have originated in Indonesia but also appears in Lithuania and Russia. These weaving discs are be made with a odd number of holes around the edge and a central hole for the filling material. I have used discs with 13, 15, 19, 21 and 25 holes. A filled tubular cord can be woven using a disc with a circular arrangement of holes and a central hole for the core thread. It produces a cord with a firm structure and the angle of twist can be altered whilst weaving. However a tubular cord can also be woven on an inkle loom. It is useful to examine this type tubular cord before examining the filled tubular cord. Weaving a tubular cord on an inkle loom Inkle Loom. Weave drawdown for 13 threads There are thirteen warp ends alternately threaded across the loom either through a heddle or over the top of the bar. There are two sheds so the weave structure is plain weave. The weft pulls the warp threads close together so the band itself is warp faced plain weave. The warp threads are in a single horizontal layer across the inkle loom. Weaving a flat band The band loom cord was first woven as a flat band. The shuttle was entered first from one side then the shed was changed and the shuttle entered from the other side. Weaving a tubular band To weave a tubular cord the weft was continually entered from the same side and pulled tight. This pulls the flat band around on itself so that the tube is formed. The twist in the pattern occurs because the weft spirals whilst weaving even though the warp threads are in a horizontal line. This twist is permanent and cannot be varied. Weaving a filled tubular cord with a weaving disc. What is disc weaving? With the warp ends arranged in a circle and a central core thread, a patterned cord can be woven in warp-faced plain weave. The weft is not visible as the warp ends are pulled tightly together. The central core thread makes the cord strong. The weft is entered from the same side for the whole of the weaving. The disc is rotated. This means that unlike other weaving methods, the warp is not in a static horizontal plane but moves around as the weft is entered. As there are no books about this technique I had to experiment to find out the most efficient and effective way of weaving. I discovered that the disc itself does not need to be circular. It is the pattern of holes that need to be arranged in a circle. A disc with 13 holes and a central hole A cardboard square with 13 warp holes Visualising the spiral pattern. The SeiZenn - Band Weaving Pattern Editor. This is an amazing resource. This can be found at: https://www.raktres.net/seizenn/#/ The software now includes a disc option which you can access from the home page. Here is a quick link. https://www.raktres.net/seizenn/#/disk This means that you can design a pattern for your tubular cord using this software. It is a great addition to a weavers box of tools. Here is a 13 thread pattern using this software. Here is the same 13 warp thread pattern as shown in the drawdown for the inkle loom but here you can see it as a spiral woven tube. close up of the filled tubular cord. I also made a YouTube video to accompany the two articles : Disc Weaving: making a tubular filled cord https://youtu.be/W7miDg2bix4 The video demonstrates how to start weaving; how to find the point of weaving and how to weave. The thickness of the core threads alters the feel and flexibility of the cord. These cords are flexible and have many uses. They can be made in a variety of threads: cotton, silk, wool and with a variety of core materials. I have woven cotton cords with raffia, jute and rattan as the core thread. Susan J Foulkes May 2023
Explore our easy step-by-step tutorial for Kitchener Stitch, the perfect technique for invisibly joining live stitches in your knitting.
Habu - 50% linen, 50% nylon
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176 threads. 176 feinste Seidenfäden, zum Größenvergleich ein 1-Cent-Stück.
Mother’s Day is just around the corner! I thought this quick DIY Finger Knit Rope Trivet would hit the spot for an easy, yet beautiful...
Learn how to start lever knitting (also known as Irish cottage style) which allows for faster, fluid movement and cuts down on repetitive wrist strain.
The BEST Wall Hangings? A roundup of 9 stunning wall hangings that are creative, unique and trendy to hang in your home.
Sharing the easiest way to make your own DIY knit blanket.
One of the components of my “Elves and the Shoemaker” unit is teaching the children to finger knit and sew. Finger knitting is always a favorite. The boys love it as much as the girls. Click here for a video on how to finger knit. Because a long piece of yarn will end up so […]
Make this DIY easy net produce bag for the grocery stores and farmer's market with only rope! No special tools needed!
For hot chocolate lovers, The City Bakery in New York City is legendary. So when…
Lacy crochet shawl patterns are easy to make and will be your new favorite accessory. Style it with dresses or jeans!
Basket weaving is almost as old as human history, taking fibres from the landscape and creating something useful, practical and beautiful. There are many many variations of materials to use, stitches, designs, techniques and processes. Sometimes I look at the beautiful baskets I use for taking to
