A Yarn and Pattern Kit for Rigid Heddle Loom Owners - Perfect for a Beginner Looking for a Starter Project
A perfect yarn and pattern kit for a weaver who already owns a rigid heddle loom. Using a two-colour warp arrangement in either teal and grey or dark navy and grey the pattern outlines how to weave the houndstooth checked pattern to create a stunning scarf.
The loom is not included but is available with this scarf weaving kit in our shop: Shop rigid heddle loom kits.
The Houndstooth Pattern
Houndstooth - the classic colour and weave cross-hatch pattern is produced by varying the weft colour sequence against the two-colour warp. Houndstooth has a bold, graphic quality.
What You will Make
A teal and grey or a dark navy and grey merino wool scarf. Finished dimensions: approximately 20cm wide × 162cm long, with an 8cm fringe at each end.
The scarf shown in the product images is not included - it is an example of what you will weave with this kit.
What is in the Kit
- Merino wool yarn - sufficient to weave the complete scarf
- Instruction booklet with step-by-step images for the two-colour warp setup and weaving of the houndstooth pattern
The loom is not included. The kit is designed for existing rigid heddle loom owners.
Loom Compatibility
- Rigid heddle loom with a 7.5 or 8 ends per inch (epi) heddle
- 80 holes and slots total
- 2 shuttles (note: this kit requires 2 shuttles, not 3 as for some other kits)
The TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom (8epi, 26cm weaving width) is fully compatible with this kit. If you don’t yet own a loom, see the TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom kits.
Who This Kit Is For
This kit is designed for weavers who have their own rigid heddle loom. It is a perfect weaving kit for a beginning weaver although intermediate weavers would also enjoy creating this classic patterned scarf.
FAQ's
What is colour and weave weaving?
Colour and weave is a rigid heddle technique where two contrasting colours are arranged in the warp in a repeating sequence. When woven in plain tabby, this produces geometric patterns - such as log cabin and houndstooth - automatically from the warp setup.
Is the loom included?
No. This is a yarn and pattern kit for weavers who already own a rigid heddle loom. You will need a loom with a 7.5 or 8epi heddle, 80 holes/slots, and 2 shuttles.
Is this kit suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is a great kit for a beginner.
What size scarf does this kit make?
Approximately 20cm wide and 162cm long, with an 8cm fringe at each end.
