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I still receive questions on what to use as warp threads, and it's a really great question! The truth is you can use type of thread you want, which can lead to some really interesting creations. However if you're just starting out weaving, I like to recommend using a thin cotton thread for your warp.

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How to weave for beginners In this tutorial you can learn the basics of weaving. From warping your loom to weaving different patterns, scroll down to learn all you need to know for your first weaving project. Weaving on a lap loom is a trending craft technique. You can make your own kitchen towels and home

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Images via Koron007 Centuries ago, fabric was a rare and precious commodity only the wealthy could afford. So people treasured old and worn-out pieces of clothing to recycle and reuse in order to make new clothes. Thus the sakiori was born. Sakiori comes from the word "saki" which means to tear up or rip and "ori" which means weave. Recycling old fabric remnants into sakiori weavings follows the Japanese indispensable concept of “mottainai” or not wasting precious cloth that can prolong the…

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Learn the basics of Tapestry Weaving, taught by talented textile artist Janna Maria Vallee, on the School of SweetGeorgia. Shown here: Schacht Arras Tapestry Loom. #tapestryweaving #weaving #learntoweave

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a close up of a weaving machine with yarn

Several weeks ago I wrote a post about the start of the Cameron Peak Fire in northern Colorado. This fire has brought up some challenging emotions for me and I’m sure I’m not done dealing with all of them. This fire started August 13th high up near the Continental Divide near Chambers Lake. It wa

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