A Yarn and Pattern Kit for Rigid Heddle Loom Owners - A Great Project to Weave a Stunning Navy and Pink Tartan Merino Wool Scarf

A perfect yarn and pattern kit for a weaver who already owns a rigid heddle loom. This kit is suitable for a beginner who will weave their own beautiful merino wool tartan scarf using the yarn and instructions included in the kit.

The loom is not included but is available with this scarf weaving kit in our shop:  Shop rigid heddle loom kits.

The Tartan Pattern

The tartan pattern uses a replication pattern in both the warp and the weft. It is a straightforward pattern creating a classic accessory.

What You will Make

A navy, bright pink and pale pink 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 warping and weaving instructions to weave the tartan scarf

  
  
  
  

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 tartan 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, tartan 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.