It is a great time of year to reflect on what we have accomplished and see what rose to the top, and that is exactly what we have planned for today. We love to look back and see what the most interesting, funny, entertaining, and best articles of the year were.
Throughout 2021 we posted nearly 150 articles on HandwovenMagazine.com, ranging from brand new pieces to features from past issues. Along the way, you have helped our editors see which articles are the most popular. Every time you come to the site your visit counts as a vote, and after tallying them all, these were the top 10 articles for this year.
10. Notes from the Fell: Caring for Your Reeds
In Notes from the Fell: Caring for Your Reeds, Tom Knisely talks about reeds and their care and maintenance. Reeds are an important accessory to a loom, and there is a lot to learn about them. Read article #10.
9. Using a “Yarn Lab“ as a Starting Point
Having a place to start helps when planning a project. In Using a Yarn Lab as a Starting Point, you will see how one yarn idea gave Susan a head start. Read article #9.
8. Warping Back to Front with Two Crosses
In Warping Back to Front with Two Crosses, you will learn the art of warping and how warping with two crosses is ideal for very fine, sticky, or highly-twisted warps. Read article #8.
7. How to Get Creative with Weaving Rag Rugs
Explore the limitless possibilities of weaving rag rugs and get a few ideas in How to Get Creative with Weaving Rag Rugs. Read article #7.
6. Towel to Tote: Precious to Functional
I can hear all you experienced weavers chuckling at me, but as a beginner weaver, I couldn’t see my simple kitchen towel as anything but precious. Check out Towel to Tote: Precious to Functional for one potential solution. Read article #6.
5. Laura Fry - The Impatient Weaver
In the article, Laura Fry - The Impatient Weaver, we catch up with Laura as she explores ways to become an even more efficient weaver. She does not hurry, but she looks for better ways of working. Read article #5.
4. S.A.B.L.E.: Stash Acquired Beyond Life Expectancy
In S.A.B.L.E.: Stash Acquired Beyond Life Expectancy you will find a few suggestions for how to disperse stashes and equipment when you can no longer use them. Read article #4.
3. Weaving Jokes to Make You Smile (or Groan)
Need a laugh? In Weaving Jokes to Make You Smile (or Groan) we share a few fiber-related jokes to (we hope) make you chuckle. Read article #3.
2. Notes From the Fell: Tying a New Warp to an Existing One
Tying a new warp on to an existing warp can be a time saver. In this edition of Notes From the Fell, you will hear about Tom's experience giving it a try. Read article #2.
1. Yarn Lab: Reflections on Absorbency
Why are some handwoven towels absorbent but not others? The informative and interesting article, Yarn Lab: Reflections on Absorbency, will clear up some of the mystery. Read article #1.
Cheers to a new year ahead and happy weaving!
The Handwoven and Little Looms Team