The Saami Art of Tin Thread Spinning
Tugging on a bit of pewter thread has led me down a new path of unraveling some of the intricately beautiful textile crafts of my ancestors.… Read more...
Tin Thread Spinning
Sami Reindeer Bracelets
One of the traditional Saami duodji crafts is leathermaking. I thought I would give it a try. I started with something simple by purchasing a Sami bracelet kit from a Sami supplier in Sweden TNKReativt.… Read more...
What is Sami Duodji
Sami Duodji is all traditional handicraft that is made by the Saami people. The crafts are both artistic and have a functional purpose such as tools, clothing, knives, cups, bags, hats, belts, laces.… Read more...
How to Warp a Saami Rigid Heddle
To put a warp onto a Beaivi Sami weaving loom is a fairly simple process. I use my warping board that is attached to the back of my loom to measure the warp – similar to preparing a warp for any other loom.… Read more...
ZigZag -Sami Bandweaving Pattern
Sami Rigid Heddle Pattern
Quite a simple design but effective. This narrow band has been woven using my new Sami 2 hole rigid heddle loom
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2 Hole Weaving Reed
From high-tech to low-tech weaving –
My latest handweaving obsession is studying more about the weaving of narrow bands, belts and braids done by my ancestors.… Read more...
