How to read weaving patterns

Most of the time when you are weaving on a rigid heddle loom and following instructions, there will be written notes for how to weave a pattern. For example, in any of my rigid heddle classes you will see threading instructions, telling you which holes and slots to thread, including colour order wherever it’s applicable....Read More

Learn how to start a weave and how to weave in this weaving tutorial for beginners.

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Learning to weave shapes is the first step in creating imagery in your tapestry weaving. Follow these simple steps to learn how to weave squares, diagonals, circle, and more complex shapes. Learn how to fill in your negative space and how to combine shapes to go beyond the basics.

Learn all about what color and weave is and how you can make amazing patterns in your weaving!

Simple and Complex Patterns on the rigid heddle loom

Take color-and-weave to the next level by playing with pattern and contrast. Here are just a few ideas to get you started.

Create a V-shaped pattern with the chevron weave

A weave draft is divided into four quadrants–each one a different size. See Figure A. The bold lines are the skeleton of all drafts and divide the whole draft into separate parts. Figure B sh…

Learn how I'm planning my warp pattern using a spreadsheet. It’s an easy way to design patterns for rigid heddle loom projects.

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Rigid Heddle loom patterns that will help you increase your weaving skills while creating beautiful garments and accessories for you and your home.

Here are the best weaving tutorials that we found when we decided to try these fun DIY projects. These are beginner tutorials with lots of photos' and info.

With a simple pick up stick you can weave wonderful patterns on your rigid heddle loom, find out how!

Learn how to read a weaving draft with this in-depth look at each of the key components: threading, tie-up, treadling, and drawdown. This information can be applied to both rising and sinking shed looms.

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