Video #1: Creating a DIY Loom
This video shows you how to create your own loom using a piece of cardboard, ruler, pencil, tape, chopsticks and yarn.
This is perfect to share with a loved one who may be interested in weaving.
Find Supply List with links here:
https://www.weftandwillow.com/blog/supplies-for-beginner-project-on-a-diy-loom-class
Video content 0:0 - Introduction 1:48 - Supply List 2:00 - Weaving Projects 4:44 - DIY Loom 16:06 - Warping Loom 26:23 - DIY Shed Sticks 27:38 - Basic Weave Pattern 31:22 - DIY Needle 34:36 - Yarns to use. 35:25 - Beginning Weaving 42:10 - Closing
Video #2: Techniques and Finishing
Here I show you a bit more about building your weaving.
I then go in to taking it off of the loom and how to finish it.
The next video will show you how to turn this in to a wall hanging.
Video #3: Creating a wall hanging.
You can turn your weaving in to a wall hanging with how you tie your warps above.
I also show some finishing techniques with some of the lower threads. I will show you how to create the lower knots in my next video.
Weaving fabrics and tales.
What we will explore:
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You can weave.
Have you wanted to weave yet do not where to start?
I will be creating easy to follow projects that can be done with cardboard, yarn and a large needle.
Learn what types of looms are available and how to use them.
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Table Top Looms
Do you have a table top loom and want to play around with different projects?
We will explore how these projects can be created with these looms and what amazing resources these can be.
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Floor looms, patterns and play.
Now that you have been playing with weaving, what are you wanting to create? The creative practice involves finding inspiration, exploring color uses, and experimentation.
I will share ways of exploring these different approaches using a table or floor loom.
