My new loom

Kathy · My new loom

Finally, I managed to save up enough for the Kromski rigid heddle loom, its a 32" the largest size. Some of you will know I had a large floor loom (Natalie saw it) and much as I really enjoyed using it it just took up too much space. This new loom folds up and has a warping board on the back.
I've never used a rigid heddle before so a new learning curve for me. Any tips and hints gratefully received! Laughing

ClaireUK

Me too - I have a very second hand ridgid heddle loom I havent used yet Embarassed

Glad you are OK Kathy, let me know how the weaving goes Very Happy

Claire UK

Kathy

I found what looks to be a very useful "how to" on Ebay, it looks clear and has pictures, hope to have a go today. Smile

http://reviews.ebay.com/Warp-a-ri...sy-way_W0QQugidZ10000000001572825

Kathy

Well after much fiddling and profanities I managed to warp the loom (I need a lesson). I did a small scarf, the weaving took 1hr 30mns, the warping around 6 hrs! Rolling Eyes

Daughter is wearing scarf so I can't take photo at the moment. It's a bit raggedy around the edges but recognisable as a scarf. Laughing

Practise makes perfect..........................

spinningsue

That's fantastic Kathy! Can't wait to see the pics.

I've done about an inch of weaving on my loom and I am absolutely besotted! I'm only doing practice pieces at the moment. I keep telling myself - I want to learn properly! So I'm not rushing into making a 'something'!

Kathy

I love weaving too, very addictive and the time just flies by. Here is my pic, it's an old digital I have so photo's are rubbish! I used mercerised cotton for the warp and handspun (hubby's) for the weft, as I said, a bit rough!

spinningsue

I think that is gorgeous! I love the colours and the difference between the shiny warp and handspun. In fact, I think you've inspired me! Wonder if I have any mercerised cotton lying around... Laughing

Kathy

Thanks Spinningsue, I like the way hubby blended those blues together and I'm always picking up mercerised cotton at charity shops so have a wee stash! Laughing

Thats me booked into the weaving workshop on Friday at Twistfibrecraft, must get this warping business sorted! Very Happy

Kathy

I've had my workshop and it was worth every penny as I was shown a method of warping called "direct warping" (Natalie, why didn't you tell me about this! Laughing

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I also purchased the "Ashford book of rigid heddle weaving" which helped me to remember all the steps when I got home again. I'll get my son to take a photo of the scarf I made at the workshop with his good camera when he is home again.

I'm happy to pass on any help if I can so just shout if you're struggling! Smile