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...
by Fibers and Design | Aug 7, 2019 | Weaving Beginner, Weaving Projects, Weaving Solutions, Weaving Texture, Weaving Tools
Overview Circle weaving is a great alternative to weaving on a rectangular frame loom. Get inspired with another loom form and try something new with your weaving! In this tutorial I have made some mistakes (so that you don’t have to). Through out the post you will...
by Fibers and Design | Aug 2, 2019 | Weaving Beginner, Weaving Intermediate, Weaving Solutions, Weaving Techniques
Weaving Techniques: Interlocking and Weaving Slits Guide So you want to learn how to weave colors and images together- well, you have come to the right place! Once you have a basic understanding of weaving patterns and techniques, its great to continue building your...
by Fibers and Design | Aug 2, 2019 | Weaving Beginner, Weaving Intermediate, Weaving Patterns, Weaving Solutions, Weaving Techniques, Weaving Texture
Twining: Weaving Technique Twining is a weaving technique used to add texture and movement to weaving, but also strengthens edges. As an alternative to hemstitch, twining can be used to finish weaving. Twining requires 2 sets of yarns. Twining can be done with the...
by Fibers and Design | Aug 2, 2019 | Weaving Beginner, Weaving Solutions, Weaving Techniques
Hem Stitch: Weaving Techniques The hemstitch is a weaving technique used to finish weaving and secure the yarn after it is off the loom. As an alternative to hemstitch, twining can be used to finish weaving. It is a simple weaving technique that will improve your...
by Fibers and Design | Jul 31, 2019 | Weaving Beginner, Weaving Solutions, Weaving Techniques, Weaving Tools
Overview There are many kinds of frame looms- some made from a picture frame (most easiest to “make”) and pieces of scrap wood. In this tutorial I will be using a frame loom from Sostrene Grenes. It is a webstuhl, or a simple frame loom that can be used to...