Author: Ethan Thorne

As I sit amidst my loom and threads, I often think about the difference between tapestry and cloth weaving. It’s a topic that’s often shrouded in mystery, with many believing…

As I sit at my loom, surrounded by threads of every color and texture, I’m reminded of the first time I tried to how to read a weaving draft. I…

As I stand in my studio, surrounded by half-finished projects and spools of yarn, I often find myself pondering the question: what is a four-shaft floor loom? It’s a query…

As a textile artist, I’ve often found myself at the crossroads, pondering the ashford vs schacht rigid heddle looms dilemma. It’s a choice that can make or break the foundation…

As I stood in my studio, surrounded by half-finished looms and balls of yarn, I couldn’t help but think about the countless times I’ve been asked about creative ways to…

As I stood in my studio, gazing at my latest wool wall hanging, I couldn’t help but think about the common misconception that surrounds how to wash a wool wall…

As I sit at my loom, surrounded by threads of every texture and hue, I’m reminded of the countless times I’ve heard a guide to hemstitch for finishing being touted…

As I sit amidst my loom and half-finished weaving projects, I often think about the common misconception that how to weave in your ends on a weaving is a tedious,…

I still remember the frustration of watching my meticulously planned weaving project turn into a muddy mess. It was as if all the colors I had so carefully chosen had…

As I sit amidst my loom and half-finished weaving projects, I often think about the concept of what is value in color theory for weavers. It’s a topic that’s often…