The Online Weaving School

Hi Weavers! If you’re feeling uninspired by your weaving lately — or wondering where the passion went, know that you’re not alone. Every creative journey has its ebbs and flows. You’re just not feeling it lately, I get it. But does this mean that you have fallen out of love with weaving? Today I’m going to take you through a few ideas and mental exercises that may be just what you need to get re-started and remember why you loved weaving in the first place! Keep reading to learn more......

Hi Weavers! You dream of turning your weaving or handmade craft into a business—but something keeps holding you back. I have noticed over time that there tends to be 3 fears stopping you from starting your creative business. Today, I want to walk you through what I perceive to be the 3 biggest fears that stop most creative people from starting. I want to also give you some simple baby steps you can take to begin— no need to quit your job, spend a fortune, or announce anything big to the...

Hi Weavers! If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably got more than one project on the go at any given time. And maybe—just maybe—some of those projects have been “in progress” for quite a while. Is that a problem? Not necessarily. In fact, I’ve found that having multiple creative projects on the go can actually be a good thing—for creativity, productivity, and even self-care. But I’ve also learned that this approach doesn’t work for everyone, and even for those of us who love variety,...

Hi Weavers! Is talent or knowledge more important? The real answer might surprise you! We love to talk about talent.From a young age, we’re told that some people are “naturally gifted”—as if success in life, art, or work hinges on whether you were lucky enough to be born with a certain spark. But is talent really the guaranteed key to success?What about knowledge—what you learn and earn through experience?Or is there something even more powerful than both? Continue reading......

Hi Weavers! Are you a new weaver looking for rigid heddle weaving patterns for beginners — beyond just plain weave? You’re in the right place! Rigid heddle looms are often thought of as “just for plain weave,” but that’s only the beginning. With a few simple tools and techniques, you can create stunning patterns—even as a beginner. In this post, I’ll show you several easy weaving patterns and enhancements that go beyond plain weave, perfect for rigid heddle beginners who are ready to try...

Hi Weavers! This week I’ve been weaving with both an open-bottom and a closed-bottom boat shuttle—and it got me thinking: do you know which one’s best for your loom and projects? In my new blog post (with photos and a video demo), I walk you through the key differences between the two, what to look for when choosing, and when I personally reach for each one: Open v's Closed Boat Shuttle... And if you're a rigid heddle weaver who is curious about whether a boat shuttle could be valuable to...

Hi Weavers! I've been contemplating people who weave recently. It's kind of challenging to put thoughts into written format but I wanted to try to sum up how I feel about weavers and why they are special people to me. In the end, it wasn't as hard to articulate as I assumed, I started by thinking about the main attributes most weavers seem to share and the words came flooding out. I have such gratitude for the weaving community, it only seems right to express that: What is a weaver?...

Hi Weavers! I'm very excited to announce the impending opening of the new Krokbragd on an Inkle Loom Class! Coinciding with this opening is a weave along 😀 Participation in the weave along is completely optional but all who have enrolled in the course are welcome to take part. The Weave Along starts tomorrow, May 20 (Australian calendar) when the class officially opens and continues through to June 20, 2025. Participants are invited to join the Facebook group, enter the giveaway, as well as...

Hi Weavers! Lately, I’ve been so inspired by the beautiful ways my students have taken weaving patterns and completely made them their own. It reminded me that patterns aren’t just instructions—they’re invitations to explore, experiment, and express who you are as a weaver while taking advantage of some guidance. In this new blog post, I’m sharing 5 creative ways to take any weaving pattern and infuse it with your unique style. Whether it’s your first project or your fiftieth, these tips will...