Weaving

My latest weaving projects – pillows and scarves – are very different in their appearance and function, but they share a common weave structure, a variation of Diversified Plain Weave (…

I’m not a fan of floating selvedges. Moving their weights, separating them from the threaded ends they’re next to, lifting them up to go under or pushing them down to go over – that all detracts from my weaving experience. Anything that slows me down and interrupts my weaving zen irritates me every single time.

Sewing your handwoven fabric can be scary, but it doesn't have to be! There are some tips to keep your weavings stable while you are preparing it for sewing and while you are actually sewing it. Learn how to sew your handwoven fabric for projects like bags, pillows, and more.

This year I started out with a resolution to learn some new things and think a bit outside my comfort zone - in all things, not just weaving. I've been weaving more than blogging, but I'm hoping that is about to change too because I've had some good adventures in trying new things. One of the biggest hurdles for me in doing something new is that I really don't like failures anymore. Truth is, I've never been comfortable with failures and it keeps me from taking chances. Good trait for...

As a teacher of doubleweave, what I get asked about more than anything else is how to weave a good fold. There are countless techniques in doubleweave and many reasons for using them, but easily the most common and functional reason is to be able to weave fabrics that are wider than the loom availab

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View pattern details. Tulip Shawl Designed by Cynthia Cox This cheerful shawl utilizes a striped warp and a Twill treadling sequence to weave an all-over floral pattern resembling tulips. The three chosen colors accentuate each row of flowers—green creates the leaves, which wrap around blue petals, all placed on a neutral background. Order a kit. *Note: Tangerine discontinued (colorway 3). Consider substituting Persimmon. Equipment 4-shaft loom 27-81 heddles per shaft 10-dent...

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Tying a new warp on to an existing warp can be a time saver. Here is Tom's experience.

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