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TabbyandTweed Blogs - hints, tips and weaving ideas
We write regular weaving blogs with the aim of answering FAQ frequently asked questions. Most of our blogs detail techniques and include hints and tips to help weavers improve their skills and their weaving. ​Our most popular blogs include details on warping a rigid heddle loom or small frame loom, hemstitching and on changing the weft thread.​
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Using a pick up stick to create different textured weaving patterns on a rigid heddle loom
Using pick up sticks on a rigid heddle loom allows for the weaving of different textures and patterns. This blog shows you how to weave warp and weft float patterns.
Emma and Gillian
6 days ago5 min read
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My journey into rigid heddle weaving: from making a loom to learning how to create my first handwoven scarf
This is a guest blog written by a visiting student as she learnt to weave on a rigid heddle weaving loom.
Emma and Gillian
Jun 56 min read
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Embracing Sustainability: Making our UK small business creating weaving loom kits as eco-friendly as possible
This blog post highlights how we are adopting sustainable methods by focusing on eco-friendly packaging, utilizing solar energy, sourcing local materials and using British wool in our weaving kits.
Emma and Gillian
Jun 14 min read
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Creating a handwoven British wool cushion on a rigid heddle weaving loom using a 4 shaft extension kit
This blog discusses the steps of a project to making a handwoven cushion using British wool using one of our rigid heddle looms.
Emma and Gillian
May 194 min read
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Learn the mindful craft of weaving: Create a handwoven wall hanging using a large frame loom weaving kit.
In this blog, we will walk you through making a stunning wall hanging and highlight the calming benefits of weaving whether you are a beginner or more experienced weaver.
Emma and Gillian
Apr 164 min read
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How to weave double width fabric with a 4 shaft extension kit on a rigid heddle weaving loom: Tips and Hints
It is possible to weave a double width fabric on a rigid heddle loom. This blog details how this can be achieved with some hints and tips.
Emma and Gillian
Apr 24 min read
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Extending the design possibilities - converting a rigid heddle loom to enable weaving on 4 shafts.
This blog discusses how a 4 shaft extension kit can be used with a rigid heddle weaving loom to extend the weaving possibilities.
Emma and Gillian
Mar 16 min read
611 views
7 practical tips for the perfect selvedge: A weaver's guide when weaving a scarf on a rigid heddle loom
This blog discusses the causes of an uneven woven selvedge and provides some suggestions and hints on how to perfect your technique.
Emma and Gillian
Feb 184 min read
1,166 views
Tips for weaving the selvedge edge of a log cabin design when using a rigid heddle loom - how to manage the two shuttles.
This blog discusses a range of strategies that can be used to address a number of issues when weaving a log cabin design.
Emma and Gillian
Jan 195 min read
249 views
7 hands on weaving loom workshops - a guide to different types of inspiring workshops for you to learn to weave.
Want to know about different types of weaving loom workshops? This blog outlines different workshops and types of weaving looms.
Emma and Gillian
Nov 7, 20244 min read
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8 weaving loom kits as gifts for the person who loves yarn crafts, knitting, crochet, crafting and sewing - give a creative gift
If you are looking to purchase a gift for someone who enjoys craft then this blog details a selection of 8 weaving loom kits.
Emma and Gillian
Sep 25, 20244 min read
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Weaving a Christmas runner on a rigid heddle loom - create a touch of festive handmade charm.
Interested in weaving a handwoven Christmas runner? This blog details our latest kit with some weaving tips.
Emma and Gillian
Aug 20, 20243 min read
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A broken warp thread on a rigid heddle loom - with these useful weaving hints and tips this is not a disaster.
It is not uncommon for a warp thread to break when weaving on a loom. This blog has weaving tips to help with this problem.
Emma and Gillian
Jun 4, 20243 min read
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5 small economic and portable weaving loom kits - Which is best to learn to weave on?
Want to have a go at learning to weave but don't know where to start? This blog outlines some small looms and what you can weave on them.
Emma and Gillian
May 1, 20244 min read
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9 steps to a beautiful hemstitch on a rigid heddle weaving loom
Do you want to know how to hemstitch on a rigid heddle weaving loom? This blog shows you how.
Emma and Gillian
Apr 2, 20242 min read
1,497 views
Solving 3 common issues encountered by weavers using a rigid heddle weaving loom.
There are a few common issues faced by new rigid heddle loom weavers. This blog contains tips and hints to help you to weave well.
Emma and Gillian
Mar 13, 20244 min read
956 views
3 methods to successfully and seamlessly change the weft thread when weaving a scarf on a rigid heddle weaving loom?
Do you want to know how to change the weft colours when weaving on a rigid heddle weaving loom? This blog details some approaches.
Emma and Gillian
Feb 20, 20243 min read
1,226 views
Would you like to be able to weave a stylish checkerboard scarf using a rigid heddle loom weaving kit?
Using a TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom scarf weaving kit to create a stylish checkerboard scarf.
Emma and Gillian
Jan 23, 20243 min read
195 views
Sustainability is a key driver when weaving a scarf with British wool with a rigid heddle loom weaving kit
Would you like to learn to weave a scarf using British wool? This blog details some TabbyandTweed kits which enable you to do just that.
Emma and Gillian
Sep 4, 20233 min read
224 views
Weaving a Log cabin sample using a square loom learn to weave kit
Would you like to weave a log cabin design? This blog shows the weaving plan and how to achieve this on a small frame loom.
Emma and Gillian
Aug 19, 20233 min read
622 views
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