Author: Ethan Thorne

As I sit at my loom, surrounded by spools of yarn and half-finished projects, I’m reminded of the common misconception that creating texture with rya knots is a tedious, time-consuming…

I still remember the first time I tried to learn how to do the plain weave (tabby) stitch. As an architect turned weaver, I was fascinated by the idea of…

I still remember the first time I encountered a table loom – it was in a small weaving studio, and I was immediately fascinated by its intricate mechanisms. As someone…

As I sit at my loom, surrounded by threads of linen and raw silk, I often think about the misconception that a guide to the inkle loom is only for…

As I sit at my floor loom, I’m often reminded of the misconception that weaving is a tedious, outdated craft. But the truth is, working with a guide to the…

I still remember the first time I laid eyes on a rigid heddle loom – it was love at first sight. As an architect turned textile artist, I was fascinated…

As I sit at my loom, surrounded by threads of earthy tones and natural fibers, I’m reminded of the common myth that your first weaving project idea needs to be…

I still remember the frustration I felt when I first started weaving – the tangled threads, the uneven tension, and the disappointment of watching my beautiful design unravel before my…

As I sit at my loom, surrounded by threads of every color and texture, I’m reminded of the journey that brought me here. When I first started weaving, I was…

As I sit amidst my loom and yarn, I’m reminded of the common misconception that warping a frame loom is a tedious, intimidating process. However, I’m here to tell you…