Introduction to Floor Loom Weaving
Get started on a floor loom!
This course is designed for weavers who are new to the floor loom or who are interested in beginning on a floor loom, but also for those who are lacking confidence and wish to "make friends" with their loom.
The class is filmed on a Louet David 2, sinking shed, 8 shaft, 10 treadle floor loom.
This class shows you how to warp using the back to front method but has also been updated to include instruction for sectional beaming.
Includes almost 4.5 hours of video time, plus printable PDF files, taking you through all the steps you will need to complete a beautiful double cowl scarf.
* This class has closed captions available
"I loved loved this class!! I did twice the warp length and got the scarf, plus extra fabric to either make another scarf or something else with. It was really nice that my first project is a project that I can wear/use, and keep to remember. I have made a few other projects since (a full sampler and dish towels), and I have always referred back to the video demonstrations, as it is a nice reminder of how to do the tricky parts. Thanks so much! Will definitely be taking more courses in the future :) "
Emily
*UPDATE*
This class now includes a mini class on sectional beaming. I show you how I use a warping square to warp my sectional beam.
Your Instructor
Kelly is a self taught weaver with a big passion for sharing the timeless art of weaving with others. Kelly is known for her calm and slow teaching style and she bases her classes on how she would have liked to have been taught. She designs all of her own projects and caters for levels from beginner to intermediate. Most available classes are for the rigid heddle loom, floor, table and inkle loom weaving.
"This is a start to finish tutorial on weaving a floor loom project. Fabulous! Not only does this project walk the weaver through the process, it results in a lovely fabric. An all round winner. Thank you, Kelly."
Beth
Course Curriculum
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PreviewIntroduction to Floor Loom Weaving, video 1, Welcome! (2:56)
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StartFloor loom introduction, video 2, loom anatomy and tools (14:02)
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StartCalculating warp and weft floor loom sheet, unfilled PDF
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StartCalculating warp and weft floor loom sheet, filled in, PDF
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StartTypes of floor looms, including the table loom, PDF
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StartIntroduction for how to read a weaving draft, part 1 (20:16)
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StartPrintable 4 shaft straight draw pattern draft
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StartIntroduction for how to read a weaving draft, part 2 (10:50)
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StartCalculating for the project and pattern draft overview (20:31)
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StartProject Pattern Draft PDF
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StartAlternative printed threading and treadling instructions PDF
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StartProject Materials List and Essential information, PDF
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StartWarping (21:11)
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StartWarping, part 2 (14:32)
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StartDressing the loom, part 1 (18:46)
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StartDressing the loom, part 2 (17:28)
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StartDressing the loom, part 3 (12:18)
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StartThreading the heddles (14:03)
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StartSleying the reed (16:40)
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StartTie on the warp and tie up the treadles! (13:46)
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StartPreparing to weave (11:58)
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StartThe sample (4:32)
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StartThe mechanics of weaving, step by step, part 1 (18:52)
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StartThe mechanics of weaving, step by step, part 2 (6:56)
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StartFinishing up, removing from the loom and wet finish (5:21)
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StartSewing the scarf (7:53)
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StartFeedback - What did you love about this class?
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StartReferral Program