Countermarche Looms Countermarche Looms – Type A and Type BThese photos and diagrams were originally printed in: Handbok IvevingJ.W. Carpelens ForlagCentralTrykkeriet, Oslo1958I have added the Red lettering to the diagrams, to help […]
Paper Yarn Weaving I had the opportunity to take a seminar with Pirkko Karvonen, on weaving with paper yarns. Post Views: 536
Tapestry Woven Cushion These pillow covers were woven on the loom using a double width weaving technique. The centre of each pillow was also woven on the loom, with a variety of […]
Spears Loom I found this lovely little loom on Ebay. It came in its original box, complete with instructions and weaving sticks. It is a Spears No 3 Weaving Loom made in […]
Paper Yarn Placemats Pattern Paper yarn is quite sturdy and can be woven into a wide range of items. This paper placemat pattern is woven in tabby but use different types of […]
Why Do I Spin Wool? “Because we are always only a week away from the tent.” Post Views: 511
A Weaver’s Poem A Poem that was written by a friend of mine – for her daughter. Post Views: 503
Garment V Neck Shaping on a Loom During a visit to the British Museum, I noticed an ancient textile that had a V-Neck shape. On closer inspection it looked like the neckline […]
Persian Carpet Weaving Handmade carpets have been made throughout the history of civilization. Some of the oldest carpets discovered date back to the 7th century B.C. Major Persian rug weaving areas were […]
Navajo Rug Weaving Techniques Native American Navajo rugs were influenced by the Pueblo Indians and by the Spanish explorers. Navajo rugs are handwoven on an upright loom. The wool is hand spun […]
