Warp-weighted looms have been found dating back to 5500 BC. The loom consists of a heavy frame with a roller beam on the top.… Read more...
Warp-weighted loom
Vertical Beam Loom
The vertical beam loom was developed in Syria or the region of the Caucasian Mountains around 2400 BC. This type of loom is still used today for making rugs and tapestries.… Read more...
Weaving Looms
Looms have been made throughout the world, in all shapes and sizes. Here is a photo gallery of some that were displayed at the Museum of Textiles.… Read more...
Viking Textiles
It is commonly thought that Viking clothing was rough “sack-cloth”. Not so. Viking textiles influenced and were influenced by the many countries in which they travelled.… Read more...
