Weaving 101
Weaving Adjacent Weavings
Have you ever wished you could just weave more? Even better if you can set up your loom less? Luckily it is possible to weave multiple weavings at the same time by weaving weavings adjacent to each other on the same loom. I have already talked about getting more out of your warp by weaving…
EPI and Warp Sett – What Are They And How Do You Figure Them Out?
There are certain things when it comes to weaving that are paramount to understanding how your weaving works, how to plan it, and how to make it do what you want it to do! One of the most important things to understand? EPI. EPI stands for Ends Per Inch and refers to how many individual…
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Cellulose, Protein, and Synthetic Fibers for Weaving
Throughout the years I have talked a lot about different weaving fibers and even gone as far as delving into specific fibers. Sometimes though, I will talk about multiple fiber types that fit under a specific “umbrella” – so I figured we should spend a little bit of time exploring weaving fibers in a more…
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The Importance of Weaving Samples
If there is one thing that I cannot stress enough about weaving and planning a weaving is the importance of samples! I often get asked: “How do you know if something is going to do what you want it to?” I wish I could say that with time you just automatically know what will and…
Wet Finishing Your Weaving
There are so many important parts of the weaving process that go beyond the weaving itself. Picking the right yarn is essential to making the weaving you want. If you want to make sure your weaving weaves up correctly then you need to make sure your planning and set-up are correct. And if you want…
Hemstitch – Decorative & Practical Finishing Technique
If you talk to any creative person, I bet that the finishing of their work is probably their least favorite part of their process. This is not always the case, but it seems to be pretty common! For weavers, it is often tied with planning the weaving or warping their loom. Just because it isn’t…
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Selvedge Weaving Tips & Options
I am sort of a stickler for wanting my students to learn how to weave great selvedges. It takes patience, determination, and a bit of humility to consistently weave clean straight sides on your weaving. Even then, we all struggle sometimes and it is completely normal to have to fix a selvedge here and there…
Kromski Harp Rigid Heddle Loom Review
I will take any opportunity to try out a new loom! It is even better if I get the opportunity to assemble it as well. I was able to pick up a 24” Kromski Harp Rigid Heddle Loom second-hand that had never been used. This is not really the norm, but sometimes when you buy…
Yarn Ball Winding Options – Preparing Your Weaving Yarn
Depending on your yarn buying options you may never need any of these tools to wind yarn. This is because weaving yarn most often comes already wound onto a cone or tube ready to go. This makes setting up your loom or winding your shuttles simple! That being said, you may purchase yarn on a…
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Basics of Double Weaving
There is a lot of mystery behind double weave, but once you understand how it works it makes so. much. sense! I get so many questions about this weaving technique including: What is it? What can it do? and of course How?!?!? I get it. It seems like it would be a very difficult technique…
What Is Tapestry? Definition, Usage, and History
Tapestry is one of my favorite types of weaving! For that reason, it is actually the one that I use to demonstrate a lot of different things here on Warped Fibers – as you may have noticed. But do you really now what tapestry is? It is a type of weaving that is often misunderstood…
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5 Simple Weaving Knots Every Weaver Should Know
Knots and yarn a lot of times go hand in hand. This can be a good thing – or a bad thing. I’m sure we have all had our share of unwanted knots that keep us from our weavings or other Fiber Art. If you are getting these knots because you are using yarn by…
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The 3 Basic Weave Structures
There are so many different weave structures. Like A LOT. So I am not going to go over EVERY weave structure, but I am going to go over the basic three that every weaver should know! These structures can actually play a big part in creating the basis for other weave structures that you will…
What I Wish I Knew When I Started Weaving
I’m pretty lucky that my weaving journey started in an academic setting. I learned how to weave as a student at Virginia Commonwealth University, which meant I was surrounded by those with common interests, an abundance of materials at my disposal, and a wealth of knowledge. This meant that I was a bit sheltered from…
What Weaving Can Teach You – Life Lessons
Most of you are probably here because you want to learn to weave, but have you ever thought about what weaving can teach you? Weaving requires not only learning the techniques but also appreciating it for what it is. It is so much more than just how to interact with your warp and weft. There…
Why You Should Make Bad Weavings
At the very beginning of your weaving adventure you will probably make weavings that are not… great. I definitely did. This is ok. Actually, it is more than ok, and that is the whole point of this post. Making these “bad” weavings is one of the best ways you can learn how to be a…
How To Fix A Broken Warp On Any Loom
What is the worst thing that can happen while you are weaving? Depending on who you ask, the answer may be “a broken warp”. While this is not an ideal thing to have to deal with, it is not the end of the world! A small setback – yes, but something that is actually very…
Best Weaving Looms For Beginners
Starting out on your weaving adventure can be a bit daunting. There is so much to learn and so much to buy! This is a common topic here at Warped Fibers because I am always hoping to bring more people around to weaving. Why wouldn’t I? Weaving is awesome. I have talked a bit about…
Floating Selvedges – When Do You Need Them?
Floating selvedges are an essential part of weaving patterns. They make your life easier with each pick you weave and mean you do not have to think too hard about what you are doing. Instead, they allow you to be lost in the process of weaving – as you should be. Let’s back up a…
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Beating Your Weft For The Best Weaving
When it comes to weaving, the idea of beating your weft might seem like a pretty straightforward topic, but really there is a lot more to it than you might think! First, though, what is your beat? Your beat is the way and strength behind how you place your weft in your weaving. On multi-shaft…
Weaving On A Table Loom
I talk a lot about floor looms and rigid heddle looms, but that doesn’t mean I don’t also have love for table looms. In fact, I am quite a big fan of table looms, but only just acquired one for my own studio! They are a fantastic option as both an only loom and an…
When to restart your weaving
Mistakes happen to even the best and most experienced weavers. I’m going to say that again… Mistakes happen to even the best and most experienced weavers. Sometimes those mistakes are technical, sometimes they result from a lack of planning (or incorrect planning), they could also be from choosing the wrong colors, and really anything in…
Weaving Resolutions – Be A Better Weaver
Ok, so maybe this post should have been in January. That is when everyone does their resolutions, right? Well, January for me was more of a recovery from 2023. Plus, we can make resolutions to improve our weaving at any point, and really we should! We should continue to reevaluate our weavings goals throughout the…
Weaving Wishlist – Gift Guide
Throughout the year I am constantly talking about new equipment, books, and more for your weaving studio. There are many posts here on Warped Fibers that you can read through if you are looking for something specific (links to specific posts at the end of the post!) Sometimes, though, you don’t really know what you…
I’m New To Weaving, Where Do I Start?!?!
I have been getting more and more questions from new or prospective weavers about how to actually get started with weaving. The world of weaving is vast and if you do not already have a clear idea of where you want to go it can be overwhelming trying to figure out where to start. Warped…
Weaving Tool Spotlight – Yarn Holders
I love to deep dive into different equipment that you can use in your weaving studio because there is so. much. out. there! No matter what equipment you are buying (or making!) there will be different options that you have to choose from and sometimes it’s hard to know what the best option is for…
All About Heddle Rods
Weaving isn’t always fast. It is actually pretty rarely fast. That being said, some looms will help you to weave faster than others and for those that are a little more manual, we can “upgrade” them easily enough to work a little more for you! This upgrade is a heddle rod and is perfect for…
“Lazy Weaving” & A Woven Coaster Project
Sometimes you just want to create an easy woven project that does not take a lot of extra thought or planning. Even better if it also does not require a lot of extra finishing techniques as well. From start to finish, lazy weaving projects are simple, fast, and satisfying. If you are looking for a project…
Guide To Weaving Headers
Unless you were tie your warp onto your loom one warp at a time (not recommended…) you will end up with bundles at the beginning of your weaving. These bundles serve the purpose of attaching your warp to your loom, but they also make it so the spacing at the beginning of your weaving is…
Hands On Rigid Heddle Weaving Book Review
When it comes to weaving books there is always something new. There is pretty much always something “old” too. Just because a book is not new and flashy doesn’t mean that it isn’t a valuable addition to your weaving studio library! One such book that you can always find when searching for rigid heddle books…
Fixing Weaving Floats – Warp & Weft
Sometimes we want floats in our weaving. Sometimes we don’t. When you don’t want floats and they sneak up on you – DON’T PANIC – it is not the end of the world! Like most things in weaving, floats are fixable. They are also avoidable! Let’s take a look at how to keep ourselves from…
Huck Lace – Weaving Pattern Spotlight
When it comes to weaving patterns, there really is no limit to what you can create. Just look at any weaving pattern book and you will find so many different interesting patterns to play with! Previously we have talked about overshot and waffle weave, so make sure to check those out too! As far as…
Best Inexpensive Weaving Looms On Amazon
Starting out as a new weaver or trying a new type of weaving can be intimidating when it comes to finding and purchasing materials – especially looms. Let’s face it, weaving can be expensive. Luckily, though, it does not have to be! There are definitely ways that you can start weaving that do not require…
Waffle Weave Pattern – Weaving Dimensionally
When it comes to weaving there are so many different types of patterns that you can create! That is one of the wonderful things about it. So full of possibilities! Waffle weave is a really fun and dimensional weaving pattern that can be used for both practical and decorative purposes. We have talked about different…
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Wellness For Makers Book Review
I love weaving and creating! Chances are since you are here that you do too. So what can you do to make sure that you can continue to create long into the future? Let’s start off by talking about why this is even an issue. I want you to think about how you feel after…
Favorite Rigid Heddle Project For Beginners
Knowing what project to start with when you first start weaving can be a bit tricky. You want something that allows you to practice, but is not too difficult that it dissuades you from continuing with your weaving journey. When it comes to weaving a tapestry, I like to recommend that you start out with…
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Warp Separators – Why Do You Need Them?
A question I get quite often is what are warp separators and why do you need them? Warp separators are a tool or material that you can use to keep your warp on any advancing loom (rigid heddle, floor, or table loom) evenly tensioned for the duration of your weaving. To fully understand this you…
Direct Warping Vs. Indirect Warping (Warping Board)
Depending on the type of weaving you are doing, this might not even be a question that you have to answer! When it comes down to it, you can mostly assume that rigid heddle looms will be directly warped and floor looms/ table looms will be indirectly warped. Each type of loom though can be…
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Warp Finishing: Fringe Options
There are many different ways to finish a weaving. One of the most common and possibly iconic ways to do this is to have fringe at the bottom. As with most things, though, fringe for your weaving is not always so straightforward! There are many different options both for how you create your fringe and…
Weaving With Wool – Material Spotlight
Weaving and wool go hand-in-hand. In fact, tapestry would not be as we know it today without the use of wool as a common material used in weaving. So what is it about wool that has made such a huge part of the history of weaving itself? How can we use it today to its…
Weaving Studio Organization Guide
There is something about a clean and organized weaving studio that just makes you want to create! I am not sure if it is because you feel the need to mess it up a bit with creating, or if it is because you suddenly have some room for your creativity to breathe. Perhaps it is…
How and Why To Combine Weaving Patterns
Weaving does not have to mean sticking with just one type of weave structure. Beyond the fact that you do not have to always weave one type of weaving for your entire life because you can change it up whenever you want. You also have the option to weave with more than one weave structure…
What is the correct way to weave tapestry?
If you have never thought about how to weave tapestry, this may seem like a weird question. The correct way to weave a tapestry is obviously to start from the bottom and weave upwards and to weave from the front. …right? Let me be clear. That is what seemed obvious to me. The actual obvious…
DIY Woven Gift Box!
Are you looking for a unique and creative gift to give this year? A few weeks ago I posted 6 tutorials for simple on-day weaving projects. This woven box tutorial was originally going to be a part of that list, but it turns out that this box takes more than a day to complete. The…
Weaving Tools I Wish I Bought Sooner
When it comes to weaving tools there are so many different things that you could use that it can be hard to know where to start. I actually have already put together a post about tools that you need to get started weaving. But then there are tools that I avoided buying. Tools that did…
One Day Weaving Projects – Quick & Easy Gift Ideas
While there are those people that do not appreciate handmade gifts, there are a lot of people that understand the thought and time that goes into these types of presents. That being said – as a weaver you know that weaving is not a fast past-time so giving woven presents is not something that you…
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Types of Tapestry Beaters & When To Use Them
I did not get my first tapestry beater until years after I started weaving. This may be a surprising thing to say considering this post, but they are not a necessary part of weaving. Just because they are not necessary, though, does not mean that they are not helpful! Like most things, different tapestry beaters…
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Crammed And Spaced – Weaving Technique How-To
Plain weave is one of the most versatile weave structures that you will find. I have talked about it many times so if you want to learn some more about plain weave then make sure to check out these other posts: 3 Basic Weave Structures Plain Weave Patterns What Is Tapestry So it is pretty…
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How To Price Your Weavings
Pricing your work is one of the hardest parts of being an artist. It can be hard to convince people to pay what your art is actually worth when mass-produced textiles can be found just about anywhere. One of the most important things to keep in mind is that there will almost always be somebody…
Floor Loom Maintenance Guide
A loom – if taken care of properly – will outlive you. I remember the first time that I heard that and realized that it was true. Think about it. There are historic looms that still work and are used every day. I took a tour of Tessitura Bevilaqua in Venice, Italy in May 2018…
Weaving In Mythology Around The World
Weaving is one of the oldest forms of textile creation that dates back to the prehistoric era. It was an incredibly important part of everyday life that supported and clothed families. Something this important is often immortalized through stories that are passed down through the generations. So just like the creation of the earth, the…
Sewing Handwoven Fabric – Getting Over The Fear
Sewing and weaving go hand in hand. Even if you have never sewn any handwoven fabrics before, you have probably sewn commercially woven fabrics! Utilizing your handwoven fabrics in this way is a really great way to showcase and appreciate your hard work on a daily basis (depending on what you make.) That being said,…
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The Handweaver’s Pattern Directory – Weaving Book Review
You may have heard of this book before, especially if you have been around Warped Fibers for a while. The Handweaver’s Pattern Directory by Anne Dixon is a very well-known pattern book in the weaving world. It also happens to be one of my favorites. Before I give away my review though (!) make sure…
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What Are Pile Weaves? Rya, Ghiordes, Velvet, & More
Have you ever heard of pile weaving? Even if you never noticed, you probably come in contact with pile weaving every single day! (To be fair, you usually will come in contact with at least one type of weaving every day – it is everywhere!) But the pile weave I am talking about is carpet.…
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Why You Should Join Weaving Organizations & Guilds
Weavers are a part of a community. You may have heard me say that before… And while Warped Fibers is a great community to be a part of, that does not mean it has to be your only community! In fact, there are many different organizations that you can be a member of that can…
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Overshot Weaving – History & Tips
Overshot weaving is still one of those patterns that I see and I just can not seem to get over how cool and interesting it looks! While it looks like it would be a very time-intensive and difficult technique to weave – it really isn’t! You just have to understand how and why it works…
4 Simple & Creative Ways To Weave With Fabric
Normally when you are weaving your plan is to create fabric. But, have you ever thought about weaving with fabric? I have talked a bit about fabric weaving before in two different posts. First, check out how to make t-shirt yarn, and then check out these rag rug ideas. Those two posts are only just…
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Choosing The Right Mix Of Looms For Your Goals
Having more than one loom is not a necessity to be a weaver. The only thing you need to be a weaver is a desire to weave and access to a loom and other materials. If you are lucky enough to have your own studio, then you might be wondering which type of loom you…
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How To Break Your Weaver’s Block
We all love to weave, but sometimes it can be hard to weave. Sometimes we want to want to weave, but it’s just not coming to you. We have all been there. I am assuming that since you are here that you love to weave. If that is the case, it may be hard for…
Weaving With Weft Floats To Create Texture And Patterns
Are you in a weaving rut? There are so many different patterns and interesting things that you can do with weaving, but what if you are looking for something a little less regimented? With the grid system inherent in weaving it can be hard to think of it as anything other than a strict process,…
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Creating And Maintaining Your Warp Tension
There are a few things that are really important when you are setting up your weaving. (Ok, there are a lot of things) Some of the big things are EPI, PPI, choosing the right materials. (If you are interested in learning more about planning your weaving check out my ebook!) One other aspect of setting…
Weaving Patterns In Plain Weave
I love plain weave. Maybe that is a boring statement, but by the end of this post I think you will agree with me. Plain weave is one of the most versatile weave structures that you can work with and can create anything from intricate tapestries to simple scarves. Despite the fact that “plain” is…
Weaving Color Theory – How Color Affects Your Weaving
Color theory in weaving is initially pretty similar to color theory in any other art form. That being said, you may not have learned it if you didn’t go to an art school. No worries! There really is a lot to color theory so I want to go over some of the most important aspects…
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Essentials For Setting Up Your First Weaving Studio
Setting up your first studio can be … intimidating. Not only furnishing the studio but also what to look for in the space and how much storage you need. When trying to find space for your weaving studio just remember that it can be anywhere. You might consider a second bedroom, dining room, shed, or…
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Weaving With Paper – Going Beyond Kid’s Crafts
One of the first introductions that most people have to weaving is those woven paper placemats that you make in school when you are a kid. Once you get more into “serious” weaving, most of the time we leave paper behind. But why? Weaving is fiber art and paper is fiber, so why not weave…
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Material Spotlight: Weaving With Cotton
Cotton: the fabric of our lives… That’s their motto right? Either way, it is an extremely common but amazingly versatile material used in everything from clothing to currency. When it comes to weaving, it’s actually one of my favorite materials that I use all the time in my own studio! While most of us probably…
Tapestry Needles – Which Should You Use?
When it comes to weaving, there can be a lot of tools and supplies that you need to get started. It’s not always that easy though. Almost everything that you will end up needing for your weaving project comes with it’s own set of possible options to choose from. Tapestry needles are one of those…
Simple Tips For Weaving Without A Studio
Not everyone has the space for their very own weaving studio. Looms, yarn, supplies, and other materials can take up a lot of space if you’re not prioritizing space saving options. So what do you do if you want to weave but don’t have a dedicated space to do it? Or what if you’re wanting…
PPI – Figuring Out Your Weft Yarn Usage
Wait, another initialism? Yep! We’ve already talked about EPI (used for warp spacing), and briefly mentioned WPI (used to determine yarn sizing), so now it’s time to talk about PPI! This isn’t the first time I’ve talked about PPI. I mentioned PPI in my post about planning your weaving. But it’s time to really dig…
Breaking Weaving Rules – Experimental Weaving Ideas
Weaving Rules Are Meant To Be Broken Have you ever heard the statement that you need to learn the rules before you can break them? For the record, that is a statement that I definitely agree with! I even have it on the Warped Fibers classes page when I’m talking about my weaving philosophy. Weaving…
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Let Your Yarn Determine Your Weaving Project
Yarn First – Project Second It happens to the best of us. Weaver sees yarn. Weaver buys yarn. Weaver has no idea what to do with yarn. We’ve all been there. In fact, if you’re like me you have quite a stash of yarn that is sitting and waiting to be used! Skeins and cones…
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Simple Strategies For Weaving Faster
Weaving is a labor of love. No one (I hope!) gets into it with the notion that it creates immediate satisfaction. At least not in the respect that it is finished quickly, because it probably won’t be. There are a lot of different stages to each weaving and there are plenty of ways to cut…
Discontinuous Weft – Meet and Separate Technique
Discontinuous weft is a big feature of most tapestries. Actually, it’s one of the defining features! Essentially, it’s when you have more than one weft in the same shed (weaving on the same line) and is the cornerstone of imagery. This is because it allows you to have multiple colors next to each other which…
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Gift Guide For Weavers and Fiber Artists
I wrote a post about what you as a weaver can make to give as gifts. Check it out HERE. But what about you? You deserve gifts too! Sometimes the people in our lives may not know or understand what your weaving and fiber art obsession entails. That is ok – it is not their…
Embroidery Stitches For Weaving
Sometimes everything that you want to do with your weaving isn’t possible with weaving itself. Sometimes it is possible, but it could be a lot easier! Using embroidery with your weaving is a great way to add something extra to the surface of your weaving that can create both texture and interest. Outline, define, and…
The Difference Between Weaving, Knitting, and Crochet
These 3 types of Fiber Art are the most common methods of creating textiles that you will come upon. While they are all used to create fabric in one shape or form they are very different in a lot of ways. The structure, uses, and history of weaving, knitting, and crochet are unique to each…
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How To Wind Weaving Shuttles and Bobbins To Maximize Their Potential
Perhaps it is not fair to say that there is a wrong way to wind a weaving shuttle or a bobbin – but that there may be a better way. While you could easily just slap the yarn on there – and hey, that is an option. When it comes down to it, if you get…
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5 Simple DIY Woven Gifts For Your List
The best gifts are those you make. No, really! It’s not just something your mom told you when you gave her that macaroni necklace as a kid (I’m sure she loved it). Giving the gift of woven art is an amazing handmade present that pretty much everyone would be lucky to receive. Perhaps I’m biased,…
How (And Why!) You Should Weave In Your Weft Tails
Did you know that finishing your weaving starts during the actual weaving process? Or at least it should. It’s important to weave in your weft tails as you go to make finishing easier. First, let’s go over what “tails” even are! If you checked out my post on the 5 easy to fix weaving mistakes than you…
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Why You Should Double Your Tapestry Warp
Did you know that you can double your warp when you weave tapestry? Something so simple can have a really big impact on your weaving. Occasionally, something may happen in the studio that you didn’t really plan – but it can actually turn into something great! This happened to me one day in the fiber…
When You Should Use Shuttles, Bobbins, and Butterflies
Whether you are weaving up tapestry or plain weave – you will inevitably need some sort of “vehicle” to transport your weft. Shuttles, bobbins, and butterflies are only 3 of your options – but 3 of the most popular! When should you choose which option? Our debate today is Shuttles vs. bobbins vs. butterflies. What…
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Weaving Tool Alternatives – Inexpensive and DIY Options
Dedicated weaving tools have their place in the studio. They were created to make your weaving easier, better, and faster. Those weaving tools? You don’t NEED them. Yes, they can help you. I have plenty of weaving tools that help make my life in the studio easier. You can check out my WEAVING SUPPLIES page for some of them! Here’s the thing:…
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How To Plan Your Weaving – Weaving Project Guide
There are a lot of things that to consider when it’s time to plan your weaving. Whether it’s your first weaving or 100th – you need to plan accordingly.
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Online Yarn Stores To Build Your Yarn Stash
Where to find the best places to purchase weaving yarn and other materials has been one of the most asked questions in every class and workshop that I have taught. Ideally, everyone would have a local yarn store (LYS as it is affectionately known) in their area, but some of us are not lucky enough…
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Straight Selvedges: A Guide To Minimizing Warp Pull-In
Straight selvedges can be one of the hardest things to accomplish as a new weaver. In fact, “How do you weave straight selvedges?” is probably one of the questions that I get most from my students. Selvedges that pull in are on the top of the list of the most common mistakes that new weavers…
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Grey Thread – The Surprising Thing Every Weaver Needs
Grey thread. Simple right? Don’t stop reading though, there’s more to it than that. Why would a weaver need regular old grey sewing thread? Grey thread is a powerhouse. It hides in the shadows of your weaving – holding things together and helping you keep your mind and your studio uncluttered. Instead of having thread…
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Dowel Rod Alternatives – 5 Weaving Display Options
Congratulations – you have finished your weaving! Surprise! Sometimes weaving is the easy part. Now you have some decisions to make. Weaving display is something that I feel pretty strongly about. You probably just spent hours/ days/ weeks/ months on this weaving so it’s important to choose a display method that does your weaving justice.…
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How To Store And Protect Your Weavings
You’ve made all of these beautiful and wonderful weavings, but what exactly do you do with them while you are waiting for them to find new homes? More accurately, how to do you protect your weavings and where do they live until then? First thing, I don’t recommend just letting them sit out indefinitely until…
5 Easy To Fix New Weaver Mistakes
Mistakes are important. I say this a lot and it’s because I really mean it. Mistakes are what help us learn and understand what the h*** is going on. Whenever you are new to ANYTHING you are bound to make more mistakes in a shorter amount of time. Since I have been teaching weaving, I…
T-Shirt Yarn – Upcycled Weft For Your Next Weaving
Welcome once again to Earth Month! Actually, today is officially Earth Day! Happy Earth Day! Let’s make something! Every week in April we have been discussing how to have a more sustainable studio practice for you and for the planet. It’s time to take that sustainable ambition and put it to use. One great option…
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Alternative Weaving Materials For Your Sustainable Studio
Today we’re talking about alternative weaving materials. It’s time to either weave with what you already have or what you can find! We are on week 3 of Earth Month! Every Wednesday this month we are talking about how you can have a more sustainable weaving studio and practice. Sometimes sustainable weaving means not buying…
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How To Read A Weaving Draft (And What Is It?)
Have you ever wanted to set up your floor loom for a weaving, but you were unsure of how to read the instructions? Weaving drafts are directions for how to set up your loom and how to weave your desired pattern. This can apply to patterns that are created through the use of color and…
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Your Guide To Decoding Weaving Yarn Sizes
Let’s imagine a scenario. You are planning a project and you need to buy new yarn (yay!) As you start browsing through your favorite yarn website – you see a lot of different yarns that look like they could be great for your project. Great except that yarn sizes range from 40/2 to 8/4. ……
Yarn Notebook – Organize Your Yarn Stash
One of the greatest lessons I have learned from having my own studio practice is that good organization can save you. Now that might seem a bit dramatic – but really it is one of those things that I figured out the hard way. Even if organization doesn’t come naturally to you (guilty) sometimes you…
Pick The Right Warp For Your Next Weaving
When you need to pick the right warp for your next project it isn’t as easy as just grabbing the first cone you can. It takes the right kind of yarn to be able to withstand the tension that the warp will be under. That’s not the only consideration though. So how do you pick…
6 Weaving Studio Necessities You Don’t Want To Skip
Setting up a weaving studio can be … daunting. There are so many things that you WANT, but It can be hard to figure out which weaving studio necessities you will need to get started. Don’t worry about the big expensive tools right away – start out small so you can figure out what is…
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12 Weaving Terms For New Weavers
Never woven before? Need a refresher? No problem! You are in the right place! As you read through the blog posts and take classes there are weaving terms that are going to continue to show up. I have compiled a list of some weaving terms that you will encounter so you can sound like you…
5 Tips For New Weavers
Weaving can be an intimidating art to get into – mostly because it’s still relatively obscure despite the fact that it’s becoming more and more popular. Really the most important weaving tip I have for you is: Don’t panic. The pivotal thing you need to get started weaving is the motivation to do it. That…
WARPED FIBERS – We’re In This Together
Let’s just cut right to it: Warped Fibers is the blog I wish I was reading. That sounds a little vain… but hear me out. When I tell people I am an artist they ask me what kind of paintings I paint. Weaving is obscure. Mostly. I mean, I walk into a yarn store and I…