Weaving on a Little Loom: Techniques, Patterns, and Projects for Beginners - Paperback

by Fiona Daly (Author)

Everything you need to know to get started with loom weaving, including five simple projects. From setting up a loom to finishing a woven project, Weaving on a Little Loom will teach you everything you need to know about the accessible home craft of small-frame loom weaving. It covers all aspects of weaving fundamentals, including both basic and advanced techniques, and provides an introduction to creating patterns such as basket and bird's eye weaves, rib, twill, herringbone, and more.

Instructive and informative chapters include:

• Welcome to Weaving: Exploring the history of weaving, how to choose a loom that's right for you, different materials and yarn used for loom weaving projects, how the loom frame works, and how to set it up.

• Handweaving Techniques: Guidance on choosing the right shuttle, how to handweave, tapestry techniques, rug-making techniques, edging techniques, and an introduction to weave structures.

• The Projects: Step-by-step instructions for designing and creating a unique custom woven wall hanging, a foldover purse, placemats, a cushion cover, and a looped tote bag, all made with natural, environmentally friendly materials.

Perfect for anyone wanting to learn how to weave as well as intermediate weavers who want to learn new techniques, this craft book is filled with clear instructions, beautiful illustrative photographs, and easy-to-follow tutorials--everything you need to get started and become a confident weaver in no time.

Author Biography

Fiona Daly is a textile designer-maker and handweaver. She creates textiles using natural, undyed local wool for her housewares collection and teaches workshops worldwide. She lives in London, England.