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Ask Madelyn: Tie-up for Tabby on Eight Shafts

I am new to eight shafts and am wondering how to do tabby (plain weave) on an 8-shaft loom?

Ask Madelyn: Keeping Fine Weft Threads From Becoming Distorted

Recently, as I have been working with finer threads, I am finding my weft gets distorted, becoming like waves as I advance the warp and the fabric rolls over the breast beam. What can I do to prevent this?

Magic Amazon Woven Satchel

The yarn is core spun with just a bit of glitz, and it is the star in this sassy woven satchel.

Ask Madelyn: Edges for Baby Blankets

I’d love to make more baby blankets with fringe if there is a “fix” for the problem.

What is Scandinavian Weaving?

Have you ever wondered what exactly is Scandinavian weaving?

Linda Ligon: This is How I Go When I Go Like This

One of the best parts of working for Handwoven is getting to know and learn from Interweave founder Linda Ligon.

The Indestructable (Tiny) Structo

The Structo Manufacturing Company of Freeport, Illinois, began making two-shaft metal toy looms in 1921.

Ask Madelyn: Floating Selvedges and S-Hooks

I have recently watched your Weaving Well DVD and picked up many ideas that will be helpful in my weaving. I have now begun to use S-hooks to weight my floating selvedges.

27 Uses for Wool Wash (Besides Washing Wool)

You know you've been wondering about how to use that big bottle of wool wash you've had for 3 years. Here you go!

We’re Falling in Love with These Bright Autumn Color Trends

After looking at Pantone’s 2017 Fashion Color Report for fall, I am genuinely excited about the bright autumn color trends.