Walk with me as I describe the process
Weaving is a slow, intentional art—there’s no rushing it. Every step, from the first thread to the final edge, holds meaning. When I’m at the loom, I’m not just making something—I’m honoring the process.
Weaving asks for patience. It cannot be hurried or forced. Each thread, each motion, carries weight and intention. What I create is not “whipped up”—it’s slowly, thoughtfully brought to life.
My projects vary in size and weave structure. Each product requires a specific arrangement and number of threads. Each thread must be measured and counted. The threads will be measured in the order of which they need to be threaded on the loom. My projects range from about 80-100 threads to over 600 threads in one piece. Most weavers use a warping reel (pictured) or board to accomplish the counting and measuring of threads.
When the piece is completed I usually hemstitch each end for a finished look and a secure structure.
To maintain the correct spacing between warp yarns, each piece is threaded through the reed and then the heddles. The order of the threading through the heddles (not pictured) determines the woven pattern.
The piece will be wet finished (washed) and hung to dry.
Once the loom is threaded, the warp (yarns on the loom) must be kept at a consistent tension to achieve an even weave structure.
Once the piece is dry, labels are attached, the finished piece is pressed, fringe is sometimes twisted, and then it is ready to be sent on to a happy and grateful recipient!