Some folks asked for more detail on how I added a shuttle race to my table loom. I hope the video below helps. Please note that I used the tarp clips because I like that they hold the stick steady if I wedge it between them. You could just tie the stick directly to the loom beater. You may have to fiddle with it a bit to get it to hang straight. Your stick should only be about an inch wide and should rest just below the warp threads.
Tag: Weaving
Two of my favorite weaving tools..
A beautifully made and well-balanced yarn swift from Hornshaw Woodworks and a bobbin winder by Fiber Artist Supply Company. Here are the two tools in action together as I wind a bobbin from a hank of yarn. I also use the swift when direct or indirect warping from a hank of yarn. I never bother to wind the yarn into balls first unless I plan to use it for crochet instead of weaving.
Warping with the greatest of ease…
Here is a look at my homemade warping trapeze! This little diy project cost less than $10 and has been a huge help in warping the loom by myself—especially when working with very fine yarns. And it all breaks down and stores behind the studio door!
Two 2x2s, 6 feet long with two holes drilled into each. Sanded and finished with Howard’s Feed and Wax 
Position 2×2 on each side inside loom frame 
2×2 at right side of loom 
Insert dowel rods, 5/8 inch diameter, 4 feet long (extra length keeps them from slipping out) 
After securing warp to back beam, drape warp over trapeze bar and add weight 
A view from the side 
Warp weighted over trapeze bar 
A close-up of fishing weights. 4oz and 8oz used here; I adjust as needed based on yarn weight and size of groups. 
As warp is wound on, move length to lower trapeze bar 
Stores behind door!
A-tisket, a-tasket, look at my new loom basket!
I always seem to need an extra place or two while weaving to set down shuttles, scissors, etc. I ordered this long custom basket from the very talented Julie Ballard at The Suburban Pioneer.
It fits perfectly on the crossbar of the Erica loom and does exactly what I need! As a bonus, the small spinning basket from Julie’s collection hangs on the castle knob—functional and cute! Not to be left out, the blue loom bench basket is a nice addition for the weaving bench that I use with my Ashford table loom.
I added some pictures so you can see how the baskets are attached.
Weaving while it snows
It was a rare snow day here in central Texas. It made for a lovely view through my studio window.
See more photos from our Snowy Day January 2021
A Scarf in Soft Mardi Gras Colors
24 ends per inch, 10/2 bamboo for warp and weft. 4 shaft loom.
Another scarf off the loom
A lightweight scarf made on the small rigid heddle loom.
Dish Towels on the Loom
Trying some different dish towel patterns on the 8 shaft loom. Here is towel 1 in progress.
