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Italian Silk Noil: A Textured Silk Road

Long, lustrous fibers define the usual description of silk. Defying tradition, GIST Yarn & Fiber’s Italian Silk Noil travels a different road to warm, soft, textured fabrics.

Repair Heddles: Stop Twisting Yourself into a Pretzel!

There are several ways to make repair heddles. Here are a few you might want to add to your repertoire.

Sorry, Not Sari

Indian fashion is far more than just saris. Learn about a few of the other Indian garments you might see in movies or read about in books.

The Musk Ox Farm: Magnificent Mammals, Fantastic Fiber

Take a step inside the Musk Ox Farm outside of Palmer, Alaska and learn a bit more about the majestic musk ox and its coveted fiber.

Auspicious Weaving

While you're weaving today, think of the Chinese New Year. Yesterday was the Chinese New Year’s Eve, which makes today the first day of the Year of the Pig.

Women's Suffrage Is Something to Celebrate.

2020 is the 100th anniversary of women getting the right to vote. Shouldn't we be celebrating?

Traditions: Marli Ehrman

Weaving Bauhaus Threads in Chicago

Notes From the Fell: Shrouds to Die For

Have you heard of green burials? Maybe, but have you ever considered weaving your own shroud? Join Tom as he considers his options.

Endnotes: Don't Throw the Past Away

Bringing weaving—or anything else—back to life requires nurturing and some external fuel.

Krokbragd: How to Design & Weave

Read this review of Debby Greenlaw's new book: Krokbragd: How to Design & Weave