Introduction to Inkle Loom Weaving

Inkle weaving is a very old weaving technique for weaving warp-faced narrow bands of cloth using string heddles that are hand-manipulated to create a 'shed' and are woven using a small shuttle called a 'belt shuttle' that serves as both the yarn carrier and as the means of beating in each new row of woven thread. These can be decorative bands applied to other cloth, used as straps, lanyards (think scissor fob or phone strap) or handles on their own, or sewn together for wider cloth in various applications. Cotton is the most commonly used material, though bands can be woven of linen, wool, or silk as well.

Date and time: Sunday, November 22, 1pm-4pm at Joseph's Coat. 

Price: $70, includes materials for one project band.
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Inkle Loom required: Bring your own, rent from us, or buy one!
Schacht Inkle Loom
Ashford Inkle Loom
Ashford Inkle-ette Loom

This introduction to inkle loom weaving will teach you how to set up your loom, read a pattern, and start weaving your first band. 

We will spend time discussing yarn weight, different loom styles, and types of patterns. You will also learn how to determine yarn needs for a project