How much yarn do you need to weave the pile for a rya rug? To answer this question, you will need to know:
1 – How long do you want the pile of the rya rug to be?… Read more...
Category: Weaving Patterns
Handweaving patterns and projects
Rya Rug Stitching Instructions
The Finnish Rya is made of knotted wool(with about a 1 – 1.5 inch pile), tied to a handwoven fabric backing.… Read more...
Table Mat Rigid Heddle Weaving Project
I recently purchased a rigid heddle loom to add my loom collection (one loom just isn’t enough). I have always woven on floor looms so to return to weaving on a small table loom is a bit of a learning curve.… Read more...
Sami Grene Blanket with a Bandwoven Edge Finish
Grene rugs and blankets were a traditional style of blanket woven by the Saami on warp weighted looms. They were made of hand spun wool.… Read more...
Paper Yarn Placemats
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 yarns giving an interesting effect.… Read more...
Twill Weaving Draft
One of the basic weaving drafts is the twill draft. In a twill weave, one or two consecutive warp threads are raised and two are lowered.… Read more...