What size of loom do I need to weave ___?

07 May 2021 loom buying guide getting started

When I was deciding on a loom, I found it was hard to figure out what size of loom I needed to weave the kinds of things I was interested in - 16” seemed big enough for placemats, but some sources suggested at least 20”. So I looked up a bunch of patterns and came up with this list of common weaving widths, aka, the size of loom you need to make the item.

Why you (probably) shouldn't buy the biggest loom

14 May 2021 loom buying guide getting started

Rigid heddle looms come in a variety of sizes, from 8” or even smaller to 48”. Some people are tempted when buying a loom to buy the biggest one they can find, so that they can weave anything. But my advice would be to find something large enough to keep you interested, but small enough to fit your life.

Books for beginners and beyond

24 May 2021 resources getting started

This post is a listing of weaving books I've read with some description to help you decided if it might be right for you. I've seen a lot of places that have lists of books, but they often don't have much context for when you might choose one over the other.

My First Few Projects

01 Jun 2021 getting started

If you're looking to see what a beginner can do, or get some inspiration for your own beginner projects, you're in the right place! These are definitely not the prettiest things I'll ever weave, but this is where I started!

Beginner Rigid Heddle Weaving Project Ideas

20 Jun 2021 resources getting started project ideas

These projects are all great ways to make useful items and experiment, when you’re first learning or learning a new technique. They can all be made with worsted or DK weight yarns with a 7.5 or 8 dent heddle.

Launching my free pattern - Beginner Houndstooth Border Coasters

20 Feb 2023 getting started project ideas

When I was first starting out, I found it hard to find some basic projects which didn't seem too ‘nice’ for my 2nd warp, and also didn't want to run out and buy a new heddle right away.

What is a rigid heddle loom?

06 Apr 2023 getting started terminology loom

Rigid Heddle Looms are versatile looms that use a rigid heddle to weave fabric by moving the heddle up and down to create a space to pass a shuttle through.

Why I love small rigid heddle looms, especially for beginners

24 Oct 2023 loom buying guide getting started equipment

No loom is the best for every project or situation, and I think that it’s easier to fall in love with a small rigid heddle loom than a bigger one.