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10 Steps for Weaving and Felting Yarn on the Loom

by Fibers and Design | Feb 13, 2020 | Weaving Beginner, Weaving Design Ideas, Weaving Intermediate, Weaving Projects, Weaving Texture

Introduction Weaving with felting wool is an adventure. I had actually purchased some balls of felting wool without realizing it, and decided to experiment. I have never felted before, so I had to do some research before I started. All the resources I used to complete...

How to Weave a Pouch on a Frame Loom

by Fibers and Design | Jan 26, 2020 | Weaving Beginner, Weaving Design Ideas, Weaving Intermediate, Weaving Projects

Introduction Transform your weaving into a pouch to wear or to store your favorite items in. Weaving a pouch is a great way to practice weaving straight and developing your creative skills on the loom. In this tutorial (my second attempt at weaving a pouch), I will...

10 Tips for Weaving and Hand Sewing a Pouch

by Fibers and Design | Jan 20, 2020 | Weaving Beginner, Weaving Design Ideas, Weaving Intermediate, Weaving Projects, Weaving Solutions

Introduction A few weeks ago I attempted weaving and hand sewing my first pouch, and failed miserably- well, that is if I didn’t look on the bright side. Did my pouch turn out the way I wanted it to? No. Did I learn some things from the process? Yes. So, it was not as...

How to Weave a Scarf on a Frame Loom

by Fibers and Design | Dec 26, 2019 | Weaving Beginner, Weaving Design Ideas, Weaving Projects, Weaving Texture

Introduction If you are looking for a simple weaving project to start weaving on a frame loom, then try weaving a scarf. The main challenge of weaving a scarf is keeping a consistent straight edge, which also means starting with strong tension. Now, even if you are...

Color Gradation Guide: Weaving Color

by Fibers and Design | Nov 28, 2019 | Weaving Color, Weaving Design Ideas, Weaving Intermediate, Weaving Patterns

Overview In this 3-part weaving technique tutorial, you will learn how to weave a gradient color effect with yarn, using rya knots, soumak weave and plain weave. Color gradation is used to transition from one yarn color to another. This effect is used to build visual...