weaving


Weaving Curves with a Wave Stick

Plain weave can curve and undulate if you bend the weft as you weave using a wave stick. It's a tool you can make yourself or buy and it's a whole lot of fun!

Janney Simpson—Learning to Weave with Intention

Many weavers remember how they got started weaving, and Janney Simpson is no exception. Read about her path from her first project to becoming a teacher and developing her own weaving style.

Long Thread Podcast: Lynda Teller Pete

Season 6, Episode 4: A fifth-generation Navajo weaver, Lynda lives in two worlds: the world of a traditional Navajo woman weaving exquisite textiles, and the world of book author, curator, board member, world traveler.

Cross-Continent Collaboration

Not all weavers are great sewists so sometimes it's a good idea to ask for help as Ellen did! The resulting skirt shows off the beautiful cloth in a striking style.

Call for Submissions: Handwoven January/February 2024—Bast and Friends!

Let’s start 2024 by looking at bast fibers. There are more than you might imagine!

Handwoven March/April 2023: Woven Architecture to Love

In a parallel universe, I may be smarter and more efficient, but what’s the fun in that? I’d rather fall in love with weaving projects!

Subscriber Exclusive

Bonus Pattern: Rosebud Bricks Fingertip Towels

Why stop at just 5 towels? Download this PDF and weave 5 more towels designed by Malynda Allen to coordinate with her Rosebud Trellis Fingertip Towels from Handwoven March/April 2023.

4 Free Woven Table Runner Patterns You'll Love

Learn how to make a woven table runner in this FREE eBook that includes 4 table runner patterns. These are sure to bring a unique touch to home décor.

Fresh Citrus Tablecloth

Here is a free pattern download for this beautiful summery tablecloth.

Warp Once, Weave Forever: Handwoven May/June 2019

Take a trip down memory lane with these new WIFs in the Handwoven Library.