Art Weaving Demo -Clasped Weft and Inclusions

This is my video and not monetized. You should NOT be seeing ads. In this demonstration, I am weaving a Saori style art piece on a Kromski Rigid Heddle loom. The warp is #10 crochet cotton - roughly half is a variegated yarn and the other half is black. The clasped weft technique allows for making interesting patterns in the weaving without the use of pickup sticks or the need for extra shafts on the loom.
Using yarn and fabric inclusions in the body of the weaving adds extra interest and excitement to the woven fabric.
I later made this fabric into a vest. You can see it at blog.geneblack.com/2014/03/sew...

[@marykinser]

I am in awe of all your talents. You are such an inspiration to me, Gene. God bless you.

[@GeneBlack]

You are very kind, Mary. Thank you.

[@abcd543217]

Wonderful job. Thank you for showing how you mixed your material art work, it looks real impressive. Your patience is appreciated.

[@GeneBlack]

Thank you for the kind comment, Maria.

[@madelyncruz9683]

Thank you for your reply and will be going back to your video for more instructions. Cheers from Guam!

[@Kestrel337]

This was so incredibly useful. I'm learning on my own through tutorials and craftsy; I can't wait to try this technique with my hand-me-down loom!

[@GeneBlack]

Kestrel337 I am glad you found it useful. Enjoy weaving something beautiful.

[@doralevitt2879]

I love the mix of colors, especially in the warp!

[@GeneBlack]

Thanks Dora!

[@peggyhardinge345]

Oh! I loved every second of this! When I got my floor loom my intention was to weave pieces like this and, now, I'll know how. I am getting a rigid heddle for traveling in our trailer. I became homesick for my loom and am in hopes this will help appease me in the weeks away from home. Thank you. Your scarf is exceptionally beautiful.

[@GeneBlack]

Thanks Peggy. I hope you have a wonderful time weaving and enjoying the exploration of possibilities.

[@ruth8756]

Thank you Gene. You inspire me! I enjoy how relaxed you work! I am a newbie.

[@GeneBlack]

Thanks, Ruth. Enjoy.

[@lilywondertwin]

wow Gene very awesome work! I clicked on your blog and the vest turned out super nice!

[@GeneBlack]

Thank you so much for the compliment.

[@Jane-st3ed]

I'm a fledgling weaver and am in love with your beautiful method. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@GeneBlack]

Thank you! I hope you fall in love with weaving.

[@Jane-st3ed]

I just might!

[@brilandpotcake]

...and that video just made my day! Thank you Gene😊

[@GeneBlack]

I am happy to have made your day.

[@robincannon1906]

What a beautiful work of art, thank you for showing me how versatile weaving can be. It is truly only limited by your imagination. I can't wait to try the technique of adding different types of fiber to what is woven. You are a true artist and I look forward to creating my own, one of a kind, work of art. Something I only dreamed about doing since my view of art was limited to painting or drawing both I have zero talent for. With this one video, you have opened up my world to a whole new way of being artistic and creative. More amazing still, it is something that is tactile and can be experienced with not only your eyes but through touch. Used even, that is a true gift. Thank you so very much, for sharing this artistic gift with everyone.

[@GeneBlack]

Thanks Robin. Weaving is very versatile. Each technique I learn just adds to my artist's palette.

[@lauralbriar]

Thank you so much for this video - I am new to the weaving, having received a Rigid Heddle loom at Christmas - love this and will be trying it thanks to you :)

[@GeneBlack]

Thanks Laura. I hope you enjoy making beautiful cloth.

[@lorrainewilliams7896]

This is great. Thank you so much for showing how this is done. I have the same loom, but have been intimidated by it.

[@GeneBlack]

Don't be intimidated. Everyone has to start somewhere. Try it, make a few mistakes and learn from them. Before you know it, you will get much better at weaving.

[@LibellulaGlass]

Great instruction, thanks. I am a spinner about to get into wild weaving. Amazing technique.

[@GeneBlack]

Thank you. Enjoy the process.

[@lorettamassarotto2690]

Hi Gene, just ordered a rigid heddle loom and after watching your video I am very excited to try out your techniques. Thank you so much for a very informative video and can only hope that one day I can create something as beautiful as you have. Never have tried weaving and I know this will be a fantastic adventure. Thanks again.

[@GeneBlack]

Thanks Loretta. I hope you don't get discouraged when you first warp your loom. It can seem a little bit intimidating at first. Hang in there and keep going. Don't be afraid to ask for help (or find a class to take) if you need it. I would suggest starting with a simple plain weave - just back and forth - to get the hang of it. You can change the yarn on your shuttle to a different yarn as you go to make it more interesting. Then gradually add other techniques. I hope you love weaving as much as I do.

[@lorettamassarotto2690]

Gene Black thanks Gene, will do

[@TamRonRVCarnivore]

I am using this concept and making some really wonderful winter scarfs.

[@GeneBlack]

It is a fun and creative way to do plain weave, isn't it.

[@luvspin364]

Thank you! Love this. Gives me lots of new ideas! Great video!

[@GeneBlack]

So glad it inspired you!

[@Walkingquail]

That looks like so much fun! After I finish the scarf on my rigid heddle, I am going to try this technique. I use clasped weft in tapestry but never for this sort of piece. Very inspiring!

[@GeneBlack]

Clasped weft looks great in scarves, fabric for clothing or almost anything. I use it a lot.

[@georgette329]

I appreciate your video. Very useful information and different than others I have seen. Beautiful work. I hope you will continue to make more on weaving on the rigid heddle loom.

[@GeneBlack]

Georgette M Thanks Georgette. I am happy that this was useful for you

[@festibetts8351]

I built a loom from a picture frame, much quicker than all these extra pieces/steps. I love the color pallet you chose :)

[@KhenbiK]

Thank you Gene. This video is wonderful. I enjoyed your other ones too!

[@GeneBlack]

Thank Jezi. I appreciate your comment. I hope you have subscribed to my channel.

[@KhenbiK]

I have! I want to be able to come back to these and that is the best way to do it. :D

[@mariaelenarivero1239]

Desde Santiago de Chile, gracias por enseñar esta técnica de tejido. Thank a lot Gene.

[@GeneBlack]

+Maria Elena Rivero de nada. You are most certainly welcome.

[@user-bg9rq3ky3p]

All ingenious solutions are simple in execution. Saori my favorite style.

[@GeneBlack]

So true. Thanks

[@peggyinconsho]

You are a great teacher. Thanks for the nice demo.

[@GeneBlack]

Thank you, Peggy. This was an unplanned video. My buddy the cameraman surprised me while I was weaving.

[@woven_thunder]

Great video Gene.

[@GeneBlack]

+Andy Robertson Thank you! I hope it helps.

[@pjd2709]

Gene this is gorgeous, and I love your vest too in a similar design, just awesome!

[@GeneBlack]

Thank you. This piece actually became a vest that I still wear.

[@pjd2709]

Yes, I think I will have one of those in my not too distant future, I really like them! I was wondering how did you lay out your wefts in the inkle loom strap, red and white cotton, a video would be great if you can fit one in....? thanks

[@GeneBlack]

there were 24 threads total. Eight white and sixteen red. Four red on each side, Alternate red and white - putting one color in heddles for 8 threads. Duplicate the color of the last thread, but switch colors for the heddled threads for the next eight. Finish with all red for the four.

[@pjd2709]

Thank you so much Gene, I really appreciate your reply, blessings to you and yours, I will give that a try too, on the inkle loom! Have a great day!

[@pine3cone]

Thanks for sharing your techniques. Most helpful !!!

[@GeneBlack]

I am glad you found it helpful.

[@maireadsharry5872]

Thanks Gene, excellent video!

[@GeneBlack]

You are most welcome, Mairead.

Really great colors

[@GeneBlack]

Thanks Chica

[@ldywolfhwl]

oh my gosh!!!! I have been trying to figure out how to do that for a long while. Thank you for posting this!!!! I couldn't afford the $50 class for instructions for that technique!

[@GeneBlack]

Thanks Anna. I am glad you found it helpful

[@starlightweaver7050]

very clear and good demo. also very pretty warp.

[@GeneBlack]

Thanks Tetra Forest. I would love to see some things you have woven.

[@oksanapoberezhnyk2615]

how amazing! thank you!

[@GeneBlack]

And thank you for the kind words.

[@ogundipevictoria4122]

fantastic innovations

[@NatureAndOther]

Very interesting video ❤️ 👍

[@lindazick5601]

Thanks, Gene, I think any newer Harp has the metal ratchet. I think that that is an important update, too.

[@user-zw7pg5ds8o]

Спасибо! Интересный и красивый рисунок!!!)

[@GeneBlack]

Спасибо за ваш добрый комментарий

[@M15Guys]

Love this xx

[@GeneBlack]

God is Love. God doesn't hate anyone

[@prideandprejudiceread-a-lo6942]

That is so cool. I've got a small backstrap loom and have been trying to work out how to do something like this :D

[@GeneBlack]

+Pride and prejudice read-a-long Great! Enjoy.

[@lingozhao3432]

very beautiful!

[@GeneBlack]

Thank you!

[@lauranagle9488]

so terrific! thanks for posting this :)

[@GeneBlack]

Hope it helps Laura.

[@trinaportner4125]

Thank you

[@joyishumannature7698]

This is amazing!!! i would love to start weaving too, but i never did it before...i would like to make jackets with the weaved textil..so i guess i would need a big loom right? Could you recommend one ? greetings from germany!!

[@kellyannecook1895]

Very interesting technique. My daughter with Down Syndrome learned to weave at school so we bought her a 15" Cricket loom and this looks like something she would really enjoy. What do you do with the pieces you make this way? frame them? I would love to see more videos along these lines. Thank you for sharing.

[@veronicapalmasilva5362]

Precioso el trabajo!!!!

[@GeneBlack]

gracias

[@conniebueche3989]

Great videos, what are you using for the warp in this one?

[@martagrisales5681]

Gracias por tan excelente información

[@GeneBlack]

De nada. Me alegro que lo hayas encontrado útil.

[@tinastewart789]

That's lovely.

[@GeneBlack]

Thanks Tina

[@Raymond_Petit]

Excellent!

[@GeneBlack]

+Raymond Petit Thanks!

[@Jadeedoll]

Very cool!

[@GeneBlack]

+Jadeedoll thanks!

[@miriamgomez3458]

Thanks for sharing, nice job! Good luck to u...

[@GeneBlack]

+miriam gomez Thanks Miriam.

[@myroslavajacklitsch6039]

Thanks!

[@GeneBlack]

You are welcome.

[@pamelamunoz4488]

very nice

[@GeneBlack]

Thank you!

[@conductorchik]

Thank you, I'd love to see a video on how to finish the fabric, take it off the loom, sew it, the whole nine yards!

[@GeneBlack]

Perhaps my next video will show how to take the fabric from the loom and finish the edges.

[@madelyncruz9683]

I am new to weaving and am awaiting the arrival of my Schacht school loom. I want to get a floor loom in the near future and would like to know what size Kromski Rigid Heddle loom you used for this video. By the way, love the piece you are working on and you make it look so easy! Thank you and hope to get your earliest reply.

[@GeneBlack]

+Madelyn Cruz Thanks Madelyn. This is a 24" Kromski Harp rigid heddle loom. I have "graduated" to a two shaft Saori floor loom now.

[@lindazick5601]

Lovely technique! I am just getting ready to order a Kromski Harp, but I can't decide which size to get. I'm leaning toward the 24" because I think it will fit in my lap better. What size are you using in this video?

[@GeneBlack]

In this video, I am using a 24". Personally I find it a bit large for weaving very long periods of time. I have a Schacht Cricket 15" that I really like for rigid heddle weaving. The Kromski harp also comes in a 16" size. If I got another Kromski I would see that it has the metal pawls for better maintaining the tension.

[@FancySassy80]

OMG i love that.. !!!

[@GeneBlack]

+SassyMustang1980 thank you!

[@FancySassy80]

+Gene Black i'm going to attempt this with my frame loom once i get it.. such a great idea.. thanks for sharing!

[@Rockocat1]

Hi! Great video! What are you using for the warp in this project? Lovely work! Thank you!

[@GeneBlack]

Thanks Susan. The warp in this is an Aunt Lydia's crochet cotton thread.

[@maiacourchesne2400]

hello gene I am wondering about starting this art most of my generation do not see it appealing where can I get all that is necessary to create beauty like you do I am a fashion designer in the making and for me it will be a great blessing to know the equipment I need your tutorial got me all fired up thank you for this gift

[@maiacourchesne2400]

thank you very much

[@trinaportner4125]

Very pretty you're normally weaving normal using the shed up-and-down up-and-down I really couldn't see that part that is really pretty

[@GeneBlack]

Yes, I am using the normal up and down sheds.

[@user-uc4vg7uk7m]

И мы так можем!

[@kamalbepari9336]

i like this idia

[@GeneBlack]

+ahmad kamal Thank you.

[@shirahmiriamaumann3563]

What is the sett of this project? Thank you for your response, Gene... Shirah Miriam Aumann

[@GeneBlack]

+Shirah Miriam Aumann I don't know much about sett. I am a freestyle/freeform weaver. This is an 8 dent per inch rigid heddle. The warp was crochet cotton - similar to an 8/2 cotton.

[@shirahmiriamaumann3563]

+Gene Black Thank you, Gene - I thought it looked like an 8-dent. My only reed for my floor loom is an 8-Dent and was just wanting to visualize what it will looks like when woven, using that sett... Mimi

[@Linznicole6]

What is the name of the loom you are using?

[@GeneBlack]

+Lindsey Smithart In this video I am using a Kromski Harp rigid heddle loom. However, now my most used loom is a Saori two shaft floor loom. I find that I can do the same things much more efficiently on the Saori loom.

[@adrianabonino4155]

Fantástico. Ojalá fuera en español!!!

[@GeneBlack]

gracias! estoy estudiando español. Estoy aprendido lentamente.

[@adrianabonino4155]

Gene Black hola!!!! Desde Argentina te saludo. Seguí con el telar!!!

[@gracielagates3639]

Bello trabajo !!. Saludos desde Buenos Aires ARGENTINA 🇦🇷

[@LynnKsCouture]

What dent reed are you using? Thanks.

[@GeneBlack]

Lynn, this is a 12 dent per inch heddle.

[@LynnKsCouture]

Love your weaving and you showed how to do clasped wefts so beautifully, that wanted to try it. Thank you!

[@adrianabonino4155]

Muy lindo. Ojalá fuera en castellano

[@GeneBlack]

Lo siento, hablo poco español. Si desea hacer preguntas aquí, publíquelas en español. Puedo usar Google Translate para leer y responder. Si miras puedes ver lo que estoy haciendo y probablemente sigas sin las palabras.

[@adrianabonino4155]

Gene Black gracias. Veo que te expresas muy bien. Te seguiré igual. Soy argentina

[@GeneBlack]

Kellyanne Cook - I don't have a reply button for your comment. (I have no idea why.) The pieces can be framed, however, I cut this piece up and made a vest to wear. you can see it here : blog.geneblack.com/2014/03/sewing-it-up.html

[@kellyannecook1895]

Thank you Gene. Did you felt the piece before cutting it? Like the commenters on the blog I would be afraid to cut a piece. My daughter has been busy making scarves to sell at a church boutique, but we definitely are going to try an art piece after those are done.

[@GeneBlack]

Kellyanne Cook I did not felt it before I cut it. At that time I didn't wash my fabric first. I do wash my fabrics first now although I avoid felting it. I just boldly cut this. (I am amazed it held together so well.) Since then I learned to sew on each side of the line you are going to cut with a simple straight stitch. Then cut between the two lines. The lines of stitching secure the woven edges nicely. Remember almost all fabric is woven and when you cut it, it may fray but it doesn't fall apart.

[@irisstacey8641]

Thank you

[@GeneBlack]

Glad it helped Iris.