The 6-step design process that passionate weavers should know
Stuck in a design rutt? Learn this systematic approach to designing handwoven projects that takes the guesswork out of the process. This approach breaks design down into six steps that help you move from inspiration to finished design.
Start asking “what if” to design unique weaving projects
Learn all about the power of “what if” and the origins of the Handweaving Academy.
Understanding twill and color gamps: the ultimate design tool
Spend less time guessing and more time weaving confidently with color and twill gamps.
Designing Handwoven Gifts That People Will Love
Ways to make a handwoven gift reflect the personality and uniqueness of the person who receives it.
The Secret Language of Saturation: Making Your Weaving Pop (or Whisper)
Learn to consciously use color saturation to create mood and drama in your handwoven pieces.
How to sit at the loom while weaving
This post was written by Laura Fry for Academy members. Find more of Laura Fry’s weaving and works on her blog, Weaving a Life. Handwoven cloth is, by its very definition, slow. That doesn’t mean it can’t be done efficiently. Ergonomically. What’s the difference? According to some dictionaries, there isn’t a difference, but for me […]
Handweaving Academy: learning, community, and inspiration beyond the loom
Weaving requires work on and off the loom. Learn how the Academy can improve your weaving even if you have no time weaving.
Get the most out the Academy with our new drafting tools
Learn about new drafting tools offered in the Handweaving Academy and Handweaging . net
How to mark your mistakes while weaving
Learn how and why to mark issues at the loom so you fix them later.
Quick and Painless Warpwise Gradients
Alternating thread gradients are beautiful but the many color changes in the warp are time consuming to wind. Fortunately, there are ways to avoid all that hassle and still get gorgeous gradients.