What Makes Someone an Artist?

So many people hesitate to create because they don’t see themselves as “artistic.” But here’s the truth: you don’t become an artist by earning a title, selling work, or reaching some mysterious level of skill. You’re an artist the moment you create something that expresses you—even if it’s just changing a color or two in a design.

Why use a gradient?

Gradients are beautiful, but they are also a versatile design tool that elevates your weaving.

Learning without fear

Tien Weaving Color Blog

It’s not the hours we put in, it’s the way we take on new challenges. Learn to harness your fear so you can indulge your curiosity.

Challenge Shawl

Gwen Peterson shares her process as she perseveres through a challenging project using lessons she learned in the Handweaving Academy.

Detangling your weaving yarn stash

Buying new yarn is fun, but weaving it up can seem like work. Read about how we will be tackling our stashes this spring in the Handweaving Academy!

Registration is now open for our latest A la Carte course: Overshot Unlocked, Jan 16 - Mar 13, 2026!