Weaving techniques based on fabric construction can range from highly engineered methods like 3D and triaxial weaving to deeply traditional| Textile Engineering
Beam Warping Machine is used to transfer yarns from the creel directly onto a warp beam, which is later used in weaving or sizing.| Textile Learner
Here’s a variation on the cover of my next book, The Color of Paper: It’s an interpretation my daughter wove last spring for my birthday. The actual cover is a photo of a Love & Rockets panel I snapped with a microscopic lens: When she saw the mechanical pattern of CMYK dots combined to create […]| The Patron Saint of Superheroes
What is 3D Fabric? All fabrics have a three-dimensional structure, but the fabric is usually so thin that it appears two-dimensional. However, in order for a fabric to be classified as 3D, it must have a distinct 3D look, which is often achieved via a geometric design. 3D fabrics are used often for composite fabrics […] The post 3D Fabric: Properties, Manufacturing and Uses appeared first on Textile Engineering.| Textile Engineering
Contemporary, German-born textile artist Joana Schneider’s art takes many forms, from haunting, mask-like faces and rhythmic abstractions to excerpts of text. But running through her multifarious subject matter is a common theme; the techniques and materials associated with the fishermen and netmakers of the harbour areas in The Hague, an area she has come to...| the thread
There is often debate at our local guild meeting about whether to use floating selvage threads. The consensus seems to be, like most things these days…it depends! Michele recently wrote a blog about Diane Mortensen and her dislike of floating selvage threads. Katzy has been collecting opinions about floating selvage threads for many years and […] The post Floating Along – Blog Post appeared first on Lunatic Fringe Yarns.| Lunatic Fringe Yarns
A group of remarkable women from Nakera, in Cakaudrove, Vanua Levu is weaving its way to national prominence. The post The Women of Nakera: Weaving success from nature’s bounty appeared first on Fiji Traveller.| Fiji Traveller
Fell in love with a project, but it’s just a bit too wide for you loom? Don’t despair; there are ways to cut the width without compromising on style.| Handwoven
I’ve been reflecting a lot lately on the strange pressures of living a creative life online.| Kelly Casanova Weaving Lessons
INSIDE: Learn to weave the half and half stripes potholder design with the free pattern including written instructions, link to weaving chart and tutorial videos. The Half and Half Stripes Potholder takes a classic stripe and gives it a twist. Literally! The two halves of vertical and horizontal stripes create a unique geometric design. This … The post Weave the Half and Half Stripes Design! appeared first on GoodKnit Kisses.| GoodKnit Kisses
Inside: FREE pattern to teach you to weave the Bars Potholder. Includes written instructions, link to weaving chart and fully-captioned tutorial videos for both right and left handers. I love the classic look of this potholder design! The Bars Potholder looks just like a mini log cabin quilt. I love potholder designs that bring the … The post Learn to weave the Bars Potholder! appeared first on GoodKnit Kisses.| GoodKnit Kisses
Get the free potholder Tiny Intersecting Corners pattern. Includes written instructions, link to weaving chart and tutorial videos| GoodKnit Kisses
My Problem:When I was weaving the cloth for my vest with the comic paper thread the problem happened when I threw the tabby wefts. Everytime I threw the shuttle the bobbin kept over-spinning and ta…| Peggy Osterkamp's Weaving Blog
Build a large DIY easel for a frame loom: Whether you're a fibre artist, weaver or crafter, this DIY will keep project stable as you work.| A Pretty Fix
Weave structure of a fabric is fundamental in determining its physical properties, appearance, and performance. It is pivotal in defining| Textile Engineering
It's been a while since I've written about my open-studio library events. This mixed-media process art weaving invitation that I set out for a multi-age group was more prep than I usually do, but it| ARTBAR
Learn how to make old-school potholder weavings with cotton loops in all the gorgeous color combinations you can imagine.| ARTBAR
One of my favourite crafts to do with kids is this simple activity, weaving squares on crossed sticks. Often called god’s eyes, tsikuri (sometimes spelt ‘tzixuri’ or ‘sikuli’ ) are woven diamond-shapes, made by winding wool in a simple pattern around four crossed sticks. There’s nothing else to it –... Continue reading The post How to weave a Tsikuri (Ojo de Dios or God’s Eye) appeared first on Rhubarb and Wren.| Rhubarb and Wren
All you need to make a tassel is a bit of wool and some scissors. They are incredibly easy to make, and add a lovely bit of embellishment to creative projects. You can, of course, buy them instead, but the advantage to making your own tassels is that you can... Continue reading The post How to make a tassel appeared first on Rhubarb and Wren.| Rhubarb and Wren
Making conker god’s eye is a great way to make use of the autumn conker bounty, and a really fun and easy craft. All you need are some conkers, sticks, and wool, and something pointy for making holes. Not got much time or just want the bullet points on how... Continue reading The post How to make a conker god’s eye appeared first on Rhubarb and Wren.| Rhubarb and Wren
These little wooden needles are great for things like darning, knitting, nålbinding, tapestry or anything you would use a blunt needle for. I use them for weaving projects in my forest school classes, and as they are so easy to make, I often get the kids to make their own.... Continue reading The post How to make a wooden needle from a stick appeared first on Rhubarb and Wren.| Rhubarb and Wren
This brief history of Navajo arts and crafts honors the legacy and contributions of the Navajo people to arts and culture.| Albion Gould
This gentle introduction to weaving with nature provides tips on how to incorporate flowers, bark, and found objects into handwoven designs.| A Pretty Fix
Milkweed grows rampant in the field on the southern side of our house. It's a fall tradition to collect their pods and blow the seeds o...| mayamade.blogspot.com
Alicia D. Keshishian life's mission is to understand color. Journey through the world of textiles, and see how using color, she weaves happiness into all of her creations.| Munsell Color System; Color Matching from Munsell Color Company