We’ve all woven mud, those unlucky combinations of close values in warp and weft. You won’t find that problem in this issue of Handwoven.
Sometimes, but not always, you can turn a weaving disaster into a weaving success.
I was expecting heavy weaving “stuff,” but instead I was amazed by Janney’s seemingly unlimited desire to explore DDW’s possibilities.
Subscriber Exclusive
Two scarves with similar roots but different looks. Both are free for subscribers—choose your favorite!
Learning about how twills can be woven on a rigid-heddle loom has given me a deeper understanding of twills in general.
Our spring issue will be all about the birds and the bees (PG only!) ... or depending on how you interpret it, anything else that flies, including time and your imagination!
All Access Exclusive
By breaking with tradition, Barbara Goudsmit designed a shadow-weave design ... without shadows. This is a free download of her 4-shaft towel pattern for All Access members.
Who knew visible mending would become a thing? I would never have foreseen it, but I’m all in ... with handwovens.
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From guest towels to beach towels, you can weave towels in any dimensions you wish, but it's helpful to know some basic sizes. For subscribers, I've also included three towel patterns to jumpstart your next project.
If you are looking for a great fiber-art show, this one at the Seattle Art Museum this spring might be just the ticket!
