The Online Weaving School

Hi Weavers! I used to think choosing colour meant being naturally “good at it.” Some people just have an eye for it… right? But weaving taught me something different. Colour isn’t talent, it’s observation. I’ve woven combinations I was certain would fail and watched them come alive once structure was involved. I’ve also woven “safe” palettes that felt flat because the values were too similar or the piece lacked adventure. The loom is your best teacher. It shows you how colour behaves: How...

Hi Weavers! Achieving even warp tension on your loom can feel like one of the biggest challenges in weaving – especially when working on a rigid heddle loom. Uneven warp tension can lead to messy looking selvedges, inconsistent beat, floats or skips and frustration during weaving. While careful warping technique improves with practice, even experienced weavers can run into warp tension problems. In this recently updated article, I’ll show you how to improve warp tension using a simple...

Hi Weavers! Looking for inspiration for your next rigid heddle weaving project? This list features 19 free rigid heddle weaving projects and patterns to help you create beautiful handwoven pieces. While most of these projects are designed for the rigid heddle loom, you’ll also find a few inkle loom patterns and creative ways to use your handwoven fabric. 19 FREE Rigid Heddle Projects... ***************************************************** CRACKLE WEAVE CLASS EARLY ACCESS I uploaded A BUNCH...

Hi Weavers! Messy edges are the bane of new weavers, but the good news is that neat, consistent edges are not a talent reserved for the naturally gifted. They’re a skill, and like all weaving skills, they come down to understanding what your threads are doing and developing a few simple habits. Your edges reflect your rhythm, your consistency, and your confidence at the loom. Once you learn how to place your weft intentionally, allow the right amount of draw-in, and maintain even tension,...

Hi Weavers! I find that towels are one of the most satisfying things to weave. They are practical, gift-worthy, and so customisable. If you’ve ever wondered how to weave towels that are absorbent, durable and enjoyable to use, this guide will walk you through what you need to know. In this article, I’ll walk you through the three main types of towels you can weave - kitchen towels, hand towels and bath towels. We will talk about: suitable yarns for each suitable loom types weave structure...

Hi Weavers! Some prefer the levers of a table loom while others love the treadles of a floor loom, but why? This week I'm talking levers and treadles to help you understand which you may prefer and to highlight the pros and cons of each. I'm also including one of my favourite weaving drafts, either as a WIF or a printable PDF ⤵️ Levers vs Treadles + Free Weaving Draft... ****************************************************** Weaving Boot Camp 2026 is almost here! This year I have released a...

Hi Weavers! I’m keeping this week’s newsletter simple and to the point. To be honest, this week has felt a bit flat creatively. No big drama, just one of those in-between stretches that we all hit at various times. Maybe it's the busyness of the past month catching up with me. I guess it's the "unplanned" events too. Road travel, so many house guests, (which is lovely but very draining to my borderline hermit personality!) my studio being hit by carpet beetle and just this last week, the...

Hi Weavers! Before you start a new project, there’s usually that little moment where you think, “Do I really need to calculate this… or can I just start?” I completely understand the temptation to dive straight in and acknowledge that there are times where detailed calculations are not necessary. I even have a member's only class that shows you how to do your calculations in reverse (think weave now, numbers later 😆) But a little time spent figuring things out beforehand can save so much...

Hi Weavers! You’re lucky to get a newsletter this week 😉 Not because I don’t care, but because some weeks are just a lot! I've been interstate, relishing the first week of my new baby granddaughter's life and loving on my grandson. What a very special blessing. But it means that I've only just arrived home and haven't touched a loom in over a week. Which got me thinking about weaving (of course). Not every “weaving week” has to involve warp winding, threading, and hours at the loom. Sometimes...