~This post originally appeared on Neat House. Sweet Home., a blog dedicated to providing you the best tips, strategies and home management advice to help you create a more ordered home and life. To get started now, see 52 Weeks To A Neat House.~ Ever since I picked up my first lap loom a couple of years ago, I have been hooked on weaving. I simply love all the textures, designs, and colours that can be created out of woven yarns of all types. For this reason, I’m always excited when I get to share a new weaving project with all of you 🙂 Whether it’s a creamy white wall weaving (showcasing 5 ways to add texture), a boho-inspired pillow, or a framed art weaving, I love coming up with new ways to integrate woven projects into my home. Today’s project is no different. A cinch to make, these no-fuss DIY Woven Coasters are both pretty and practical, and are the perfect project for beginners. And the best part? You don’t even need to purchase a loom. It can’t get any simpler than that. Let’s get started! MATERIALS Needed To Make Your Own DIY Woven Coasters ~ The following contains affiliate links […]
Five Things That I Wish I'd Known When I First Started Weaving on a Frame Loom from a completely self-taught weaver who learned entirely by trying things, Googling, and learning through mistakes.
Take a look at these 15 fun and creative weaving projects perfect for the beginner weaver perfect for adults and kids alike! #weavingprojects #fiberarts
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A simple frame loom is a FANTASTIC piece of equipment to have in your studio. They are versatile, portable, and easy to store.
Looking for weaving ideas for kids? Start out with yarn weaving on a cardboard loom. A fun project for older elementary/middle school grades.
Motivation is important, but where do you go from there? I have broken down the top 5 tips for new weavers.
Textured wall weaving create a lovely effect. In this tutorial, you will learn 5 simple and easy ways to add texture to your DIY wall weaving.
About the book Discover the enchanting world of weaving without the need for large, unwieldy looms and complex patterns. Welcome to Simple Weave, where Kerstin Neumüller takes you on a journey of creativity with weaving projects that are both accessible and captivating. Learn how to weave using tools that are easy to craft yourself and conveniently portable - small enough to fit in your pocket. 15 achievable weaving projects and step-by-step instructions to create your very own pocket-sized weaving tools. Whether you're a weaving novice eager to explore this age-old craft or an experienced weaver seeking new possibilities with flexible tools, this book offers projects and inspiration for all. From Scandi-style bands and chic bracelets to practical pencil and laptop cases, and even an elegant wall hanging – you'll learn how to create practical and beautiful keepsakes that reflect your personal style. The book is thoughtfully divided into three accessible chapters: 1. Techniques and Basic Weaving Theory: Learn the fundamental principles of weaving and gain valuable insights into this traditional craft. 2. 15 Achievable Weaving Projects: Embrace the joy of creating as you weave bands, pencil cases, coasters, and tea towels, all with clear and concise instructions. 3. Making Your Own Tools: Unleash your creativity and delve into the art of crafting essential tools for weaving. Follow Kerstin's detailed guides on carving a heddle, constructing a weave stretcher, shaping a backstrap loom, and assembling a frame loom. So, whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned pro, grab your DIY tools and dive into the world of weaving possibilities. Let Simple Weave be your guide to weaving wonders, and immerse yourself in the meditative mindfulness and rhythmic flow of weaving About the author Kerstin Neumüller is a Swedish author and craftsperson living and working in the södermanland countryside. Craft has always been a big part of her life and she has explored many aspects of textile craft while studying, working in costume departments of different theatres and later running a denim store. In 2020 Kerstin decided to make craft her main job and started carving wooden weaving heddles which led to her writing this, her third book: Simple Weave - Weave Without A Large Loom. Kerstin studied sewing at Sätergläntan and Stenebyskolan, textile history at Uppsala University and has a degree in menswear tailoring. She now shares her profound passion for weaving and woodworking in classes around the world.
Learn how to weave a textured wall hanging on a simple frame loom. Materials, warping and basic techniques for frame loom weaving
Nature weaving wall hanging project using a handmade loom frame made of sticks, garden plants and flowers, and a yarn fringe.
Beginner weaving projects for kids ages 7+. From cardboard loom weaving to weaving on sticks and drinking straws. Make trivets, headbands, bookmarks, wall art and more...
Learn the time-honoured craft of loom weaving basics in this step-by-step tutorial for absolute beginners.
I’m so excited to share a sneak peek of my new class, Grid Patterns! One great thing about this class is I will walk you through all the ways to create your own grid patterns for projects in all kinds of art forms. You can be on the lookout for this class to launch toward the end of the month or ear
I get asked ‘what else can you weave besides wall hangings’ all the time. I love a pop of texture on a wall, but I know that once your walls fill up, you probably want another use for weaving. The good news is that weaving has so many practical and decorative uses, so you will never run out of proje
Make a colorful, free-form doodle weaving using a homemade cardboard loom. Simple enough for kids, teens, and adults alike!
Using paper to create your own weaving material is a great way to be creative and sustainable. Follow this fun paper yarn tutorial!
Learn to weave and you’ll never put down the yarn again!
Taking a nod from Craft the Rainbow, we're showing a spin on our paper weavings, which are perfect for stay at home projects!
$30 CLICK HERE TO ENROLL Are you a doodler? I am, I listen better at meetings when I've got a pencil and paper to draw on. I love all aspects of weaving, from technical to simple. It's fun to have a technical challenge - but sometimes it's nice to chill out and weave with abandon. That's what this course is all abou
Simple mixed media weaving.
Everything you need to know to start weaving! This post teaches all the basics to create your first full weaving.
Using yarn in unconventional ways to make decorations and art is one of my favorite things to look for as I have quite the yarn stash. This idea for weaving on a branch is sooooo cool. The shape of…
My goal for this blog is to share my knowledge about weaving. It's an art form that I love so much and when I first wanted to try weaving there weren't too many resources on it. So as I researched and tried new things I took the time to document what I was doing with
Kids can weave with this DIY cardboard loom.
Weaving colorful weft threads through plain warp threads, Smith suspends web-like miniature tapestries in natural frames.
Branch Weaving: Branch weaving is sort of a combination of yarn bombing (which I would love to do someday on a massive scale) and a dream catcher. It is different and fun to be able to bring an item from nature into the home as an art piece. I first saw branch wea…
Learn the important basic macrame knots in this step by step tutorial with videos! You'll learn 17 simple macrame knots, including the 3 most important knots for beginners. Check it out!
I have been sewing and crafting since I was little because my mother used to do it all the time. I learned from her, the power of creating things with my hands, and constructing something beautiful.
If you're looking for a fun, educational, _and_ practical craft project to do with the kids, or if you're interested in learning how to weave, this is the perfect tutorial for you. With a few simple materials, you can create these pretty striped "mug rug" coasters for yourself, or to give away as gifts.
Learn how easy it is for kids to weave bracelets, necklaces and headbands with 3 drinking straws and some yarn (with video).
OK, who would have thought you could use straws to weave!? Seriously, straw weaving is such a cool concept! The straws make it quick and easy to weave a fun bracelet, necklace or hairband. And all you need is yarn, straws and tape! This is such a great craft for older kids and tweens. My 7 and 9 year old daughters really enjoy it... although, they're still a little young to do it completely on their own. They need a little bit of my help to get things set up and to tie off the ends. But with such a
Soft Plaid Recently, I started learning how to use the rigid heddle loom through Craftsy’s class Rigid Heddle Weaving by Angela Tong. If you are looking for a beginner class, or are needing a…
Weaving on simple cardboard looms was a favorite activity at our nature art themed summer camp last year. Making your owl loom is so simple and uses materials you probably have laying around your house. Even though it’s just cardboard, with a little care you can reuse it over and over to make all
Best free basket weaving patterns from beginners to advanced, including the basics of how to make a basket.
Learn how easy it is for kids to weave bracelets, necklaces and headbands with 3 drinking straws and some yarn (with video).
A round-up of the best weaving tutorials for beginners - if you've always wanted to get into weaving, here are some super easy-to-follow tutorials from some professional weavers! Such a fun hobby to start up and use up that yarn stash!
A roundup of fun weaving tutorials for beginners with step by step instructions and getting started tips for learning how to weave.
Make a colorful, free-form doodle weaving using a homemade cardboard loom. Simple enough for kids, teens, and adults alike!
I get asked the question of how to weave in new threads a lot, so I wanted to share with those of you who are newer to weaving and unsure how to weave in a new thread. I had covered this for circular weaving, but was surprised I didn't cover this for normal weaving yet.
Learn to weave and you’ll never put down the yarn again!