Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom Tutorial

32" Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom: amzn.to/44A5reh
A thorough introduction to the Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom including a discussion, "unboxing", and complete tutorial to get you on your way to weaving.
3:06 - What comes with the loom.
4:50 - Basic Design Tips
7:38 - How to Tutorial
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[@erinharkiewicz7239]

I've just spent 3 days watching videos on rigid heddle weaving so I can help my teenage daughter, who has decided she wants to learn this [I'm just a poor humble knitter - I don't even crochet!!] This is by far the very best tutorial on youtube. Not only do you cover everything is a very clear manner - but you also do so in a very efficient manner without a lot of distracting filler and/or detail that beginners don't need. I don't mean to be harsh on the very kind people who have given of their time and knowledge to also prepare and post tutorials - thank goodness for such kind people. But you seem to have a unique talent for being interesting, informative, and also to the point.

[@rehashfiber]

Wow, thank you for your kind words, and I'm glad it was helpful. I'm thrilled to hear you and your teenager do fiber art. What a fun and soothing hobby it is. All the best, ~Shiree

[@timothymeissenheimer2089]

Hi I'm in south Africa westen cape what is the price of loom

[@karennewbury6430]

This is my favourite of all your videos. I watch it time and time again. Eventually, some day, I will own one of these looms. Blessings to you and yours, from Canada.

[@rehashfiber]

Wow, thank you! When that day comes you will enjoy weaving so much. ~Shiree

[@lfuentes8891]

Hands down the BEST how-to video for beginners and your video is 2yrs old... THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@rehashfiber]

You're very welcome! Best if luck to you in your weaving. ~Shiree

[@ryanbell335]

I just bought my Mom a 16 inch rigid heddle loom and taught her how to use it! Incredibly rewarding experience.

[@rehashfiber]

That is really cool. Tell your mom I say, "Happy Weaving". ~Shiree

[@claydohsf]

Thank you for the slow, methodical, & thorough tutorial!! I really appreciate the effort it takes to put this together!

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you for the feedback, I appreciate it. Enjoy weaving. ~Shiree

[@marypage3147]

Very well taught. Good teacher! Clear instructions!! No extra talking !

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you so much. I appreciate the feedback. Have fun weaving! ~Shiree

[@tinkerfeet]

This is the best video on weaving I have seen. You explain everything so a beginner can understand what to do. Thank you, please make more videos on weaving.💗

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you so much for the nice words. You encourage me. Okay, I will start contemplating what to do next on the loom. As you can see from the different shows I have been on a knit/crochet binge, whew, I get on a "wave" and ride it. All the best to you. ~Shiree

[@beemorsefarm6702]

I agree! Best beginner video ever. I’m a brand new beginner and this is the only video that gave me the confidence to even start weaving. Thank you so much for being so thorough!!! I haven’t explored more of your videos yet but if you haven’t recorded a video on how to read patterns I would appreciate one!

[@staceydean8963]

Thank you so much, this is a great video, exactly what I was looking for. I love how your project turned out!

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome. Thanks for the feedback and have fun weaving. ~Shiree

[@Whyurforeheadsosmall]

God I am so excited for my loom to arrive!! I will binge all of your videos!

[@rehashfiber]

That's awesome, have fun with your loom! Thanks for watching and communicating with me (I love it). ~Shiree

[@fayebenoit1961]

Thank you for this incredibly informative and thorough video! Just what I needed!

[@rehashfiber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@maryjobarton5144]

Thank you for such a clear video. Your spun yarn is beautiful!

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome. Have fun with your weaving. ~Shiree

[@paulaburtenshaw197]

thank you for this wonderful , well explained and easy to understand tutorial.

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you. Happy weaving! ~Shiree

[@centershotdoublezero2037]

This is such a clever way of solo warping! I was trying to figure out the best way to do it, thank you for sharing!

[@rehashfiber]

Centershot DoubleZero You’re welcome. Happy weaving!!!

[@missykuss9975]

I’m looking for my first RH loom, and your video is so thorough, that I have confidence in my newest fiber journey! Thank you so much for this video! I know I will refer back to this numerous times! You’re an awesome teacher! I’ll be anxiously awaiting more content from you!

[@rehashfiber]

Good luck with your weaving! Glad the video was helpful. ~Shiree

[@Alesanascreamokid]

This was so exciting and fun to watch! Thank you for the super straight to the point and simple tutorial. The finished scarf turned out amazing

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you for watching. Best wishes on your weaving. ~Shiree

[@anne-mariescheffer4691]

Thank you so much for this video. It was such a joy to watch it and to learn so much from it. I wanted a new yarn hobby so I was thinking about weaving, already found a Rigid Heddle Loom but was still in doubt whether to buy or not but now I'm in love! I also love your color choice ❤

[@rehashfiber]

Congratulations on your new hobby! You'll have a blast. Thanks for watching. ~Shiree

[@dorothywintschel1443]

thank you so much for sharing...I am so excited about starting to weave and this has been extremely helpful..

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome. Have fun with your weaving. ~Shiree

[@suedoyle4429]

Thank you - best description of warping and weaving the knitters loom ever!

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome, glad it was helpful. Enjoy your fiber art and happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@lynettesunley-hulton7898]

Yes to me this is the best rigid heddle tutorial as well, thank you so much. I loved your multi coloured yarn so beautiful.

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks for watching! Enjoy your weaving. ~Shiree

[@angorachic]

Amazing tutorial! I wish I could like it more than once. Thank you for your thorough walkthrough of weaving for beginners. I want to learn to weave and knew nothing, but your video has taken away some of the mystery and helped me to know what to expect. 👏🏽🤗

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you so much and that's great that it helped. I'm now exploring all the different things I can do with the rigid heddle, warp and weft floats, patterns and more. It's pretty cool. I'd say "go for it", and have fun! ~Shiree

[@1librarykaren]

This is the best video on weaving! Thank you so much for the easy information for a very, very beginner.

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome! Thanks for the feedback. Enjoy your weaving. ~Shiree

[@sandypardys6483]

I'm new to weaving and have been watching tutorials. Yours is by far the best video I've seen for a beginning weaver! Thank you so much for doing a wonderful job of explaining and demonstrating from start to finish! I hope to see more of your tutorials.

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you so much for the feedback, I appreciate it. Enjoy your weaving. I do have a bunch of videos available...what ever I'm working on that I think might be helpful or fun for others I put out there. ~Shiree

[@M15Guys]

Great video - love the twisting at the end and also your technique at the initial warping stage - learnt a lot !

[@rehashfiber]

Great to hear!

[@marinamartinez6886]

Wonderful tutorial and love the final product. 👍👍👍

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks so much. Enjoy your weaving. ~Shiree

[@brushley3]

The finished shawl is beautiful. The video was very helpful. I am a new weaver and I so appreciate your direct and informative teaching.

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you so much, I appreciate the feedback. Happy weaving! ~ Shiree

[@cheryl9044]

Very pretty colors and nice, useful tidbit about using a thick weft to show off the colors.

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks. Enjoy your weaving. Thanks for watching. ~Shiree

[@TheFroggie66]

Thank you for this amazing tutorial!! New weaver here and about to set up my new loom for the very first time. Your video is PERFECT!

[@rehashfiber]

Glad it was helpful! Have fun, and enjoy your weaving. ~Shiree

[@super60sand70s]

I enjoyed watching the video. You have a few tips that other KZbin don't have do it has been very helpful.

[@rehashfiber]

I appreciate you watching and giving feedback. The world wide fiber community is awesome! I'm glad the video had helpful tips. All the best. ~Shiree

[@joanburbank3755]

Thank you so much for explaining and demonstrating so well. I took a class from Jane and love it. Your helping me do this at home!! Great job

[@rehashfiber]

Awesome! Yay Jane, I love her. My whole fibe world got started at her shop in Tampa. Happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@diannespringer2459]

Thank you for sharing your video. Your detailed explanations give a beginner like myself the confidence to give weaving a try. I enjoyed watching you go step-by-step and patiently explain what you were doing. Thank you again.

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome. Good luck with your weaving! ~Shiree

[@adamakaru2683]

How beautiful thank you. I love the colours arrangement most be feels great on you.

[@rehashfiber]

You are so welcome. ~Shiree

[@lorimurphy889]

thank you my loom is arriving today this was a very helpful video

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome. Congrats on getting a loom, you will have so much fun. Enjoy! ~Shiree

[@barbarabock3195]

Best, thoroughly explained tutorial I've seen. This also includes live classes. Thank you

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you very much. Best of luck on your weaving. ~Shiree

[@meganmeyer98]

This was so thrilling to watch! I'm a graphic design student just getting into the fiber arts and my brother and mom got this ashford loom for me for Christmas. I had no clue how to begin, now I'm so excited to get started :) Thank you!

[@rehashfiber]

Welcome to the wonderful world of fiber art! It's a blast and so good for the mind and soul. Happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@PeaceLoveAndRico]

Just bought the Ashford 48". I am also building a crude loom with foot pulleys for my mom! After we bought it, I started seeing people say that it was not practical. I dont know why, if I cant move it I wouldn't buy it. It's not immovable and only a foot longer than the 36... I'm hoping I love it! If I do not, I will modify him into floorloom-hood!!! His name will be theseus, he will be my little Franken loom

[@rehashfiber]

That's so awesome! Happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@iamnickdavis]

This video is so well done and informative. So easy to follow and understand. Thank you! ❤

[@rehashfiber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@marshashoemake1246]

Thank you so much. You explanation was very clear and easy to follow. 😁

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome. Enjoy weaving! ~Shiree

[@trisha1562]

This is really well done. You clarified a lot of things that I wasn't getting from other videos. Like how to set up the warp

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks so much.

[@pamelashorter1215]

That was AWSOME!!! I looked at weaving about a year ago but I told myself that I didn't need another fiber craft. But just today, the idea of weaving came up again and it made more sense this time. I'm looking at looms now and am considering the 36in because what you said makes sense. I do like making larger projects anyway. I'd prefer to have more than I need than not enough. Thank you for a great tutorial.

[@rehashfiber]

You’re welcome. Have fun weaving. ~Shiree

[@gollypeeters4824]

WOW !This is a great demo ! At the end you say "hope you have learned a lot". Well, I learned "everything" here ! My little loom has been sitting in the basement for years ... and had no idea how to set it up. Am sure I can do it now that I saw your video. THANK YOU ! Also thank you for the hint of thick yarn to show the warp.

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you for checking out the video. I hope your little loom sees some action. Have fun with it. All the best. ~Shiree

[@transmeeshax6872]

What an unbelievably helpful video. I’ve been having a very difficult time finding videos on weaving that cater to the absolute beginner. I

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you. I hope you're able to get started and enjoy weaving! All the best. ~Shiree

[@bubba7531]

Great video! Clear. As a nubie I learned a lot. I did subscribe. Thank you for the information. I needed another media.

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you. I'm glad it was helpful. Enjoy weaving. ~Shiree

[@laurarasband5584]

Best instructional video on KZbin! Thanks! So clear and everything so well explained

[@rehashfiber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Badpammie]

Thanks! Straight forward and to the point. Very instructive.❤️

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks for the feedback! Happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@sheralync5854]

Jane really guided your yarn choice well. The lovely warp threads do show through very nicely :-)

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks for watching. ~Shiree

[@TambourBeadEmbroider]

brilliant, very clear, description covering everything. Thank you.

[@rehashfiber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@janesmith4617]

If you load your shuttle in a figure eight way, alternating sides (sorry, it's hard to explain) you can load it with a lot more yarn each time. You probably already know this!

[@rehashfiber]

Awesome! No I didn't know that, and I will try that next time I load the shuttle. I'm reminded how valuable the fiber community is, thank you. ~Shiree

[@janefry2170]

Brilliant! Very clear tutorial. Am complete beginner and was totally confused but now have confidence to start a project. Thank you!

[@rehashfiber]

Good luck. You'll have a ton of fun with it. Thanks for watching. ~Shiree

[@hilsmoore1416]

You're a very good teacher. Thank you!

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks so much. Best wishes to you on your weaving project! ~Shiree

[@LaurenKribell]

Extremely helpful! A nice slow (but not too slow) pace for beginners 🤗.

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you. ~Shiree

[@emiliekatrina]

I love this paper method you have shown! First I’ve seen of it. Really appreciate this video. I’ve done 4 woven projects so far and my warping is improving but it is still a little crooked. I think the tips from this video will help a lot. Thank you!

[@rehashfiber]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching. ~Shiree

[@jewelleryhannah7493]

Potential newbie weaver here. Thank you so much for your tutorial! I found it super informative and very clear. I enjoyed watching the whole process from beginning to end. Your final shawl is beautiful! I wanted to reach out and stroke my screen! Thank you again ☺️

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome. Enjoy weaving. ~Shiree

[@mugwutz]

Great review! I haven't used my loom in a few years.

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks. Well I hope you enjoy using your loom now! Happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@angiewilliams-mizpahpotter2409]

I just want to say thank you so much for your video it really helped me step-by-step to get started. Made my first piece. I absolutely love it. But your video is super helpful so thank you so so so much

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching and congratulations on your first piece. ~Shiree

[@MissMary1012]

The best video instructions to this loom ive come across thank you❤🙏🙏🙏

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks for checking it out. Happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@jessicawilber1266]

Thank you. It was a very informative tutorial. I am very nervous about using my cricket ridgid heddle loom and this really helped.

[@rehashfiber]

Good luck. I hope you have fun with it. ~Shiree

[@dwainelloyd5685]

I really enjoyed this tutorial as I wait for my 32” rigid heddle to be delivered for my first weaving experience. I learned a lot and I’m going to watch this again and keep it as my “go to” video. I too have a lot of home spun with dreams of wraps and shawls :)

[@rehashfiber]

Congratulations on getting a loom. It’s so fun to weave. Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it. Happy weaving.

[@willemsdominica]

Very nice and how much did it cost and do you have the website

[@nicolacrawford7978]

Thank you so very much. I have the same loom and your video thoroughly explained the process and has solved problems for me.

[@rehashfiber]

Wonderful, I'm so glad it was helpful. Enjoy your weaving. ~Shiree

[@lizurquhart4105]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I am warping my loom for my first project. In has been in my closet unopened for a year! I am finally ready to take on weaving. And thanks to you and so many other great tutorials it is coming along great so far. I waxed and put it together yesterday, I am making a dish cloth as I will get more use out of it then a scarf as I live in Phoenix AZ. Love the colors in your home spun yarn. I would never have chosen that burgundy for the weft as I would have though it would cover off your warp but it turned out so beautifully! Thank you again!! You time is very much appreciated.

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome! Enjoy your weaving. What a happy coincidence that you mentioned you live in Phoenix. I will be going there on Thursday, Jan. 21 for a week just for fiber adventure. I contacted Virginia Glenn of the Arizona Weavers and Spinners Guild to see what she would recommend and asked if any of them would like to meet up and spin in the park. She also gave me a couple of other ideas. I'll be visiting Tempe Yarn and Fiber. Do you have anything to recommend? I plan on doing some hiking while I"m there too. All the best. ~Shiree

[@lizurquhart4105]

@@rehashfiber Hi Shiree! This is a good time to visit as we are having very nice weather. We will you’ve visiting from? I have no fiber recommendations for the area as most of my fiber contact is online. I have visited Tempe yarn & fiber once. They are quite a ways from me. Spinning in the park sounds lovely. I have a few drop spindles but haven’t used them much. Be careful on your hike and take plenty of water. Please let someone know where you plan on hiking and when you expect to be back. Enjoy your visit and stay safe.

[@lorimurphy889]

this was a great video. I am just starting my journey in weaving and researching which loom is for me and am leaning towards the Ashford Rigid heddle and this was a great learning video. I now understand way more then when I started this video. you explained everything very clearly and the roll of paper to warp alone was very helpful as I probably will be alone a good part of the time. Unless there is a way to teach the dogs to help. thank you so much I will be binge watching your videos. by the way the poncho is gorgeous.

[@rehashfiber]

Lori, So good to hear from you. Thanks for the feedback, and I'm glad the video was helpful. Good luck with your weaving journey. It's a whole lot of fun. All the best. ~Shiree

[@kathyspencer4731]

Very informative. I'm anxious to get started!

[@rehashfiber]

Good luck! You will have tons of fun, and the projects go quickly. Happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@shurmerm]

This is an excellent lesson ! Thank You!

[@rehashfiber]

I appreciate the feedback. All the best, ~Shiree

[@elfriedeerickson7688]

I have the loom for almost 2 years now but do not weave a lot (other hobbies get in the way😉) I keep coming back to your tutorial (the best❣) because I keep forgetting . Just today I cut off a warp so back to watching your tutorial. So glad you make it so easy. Thank you.

[@rehashfiber]

Wonderful. I'm glad it's helpful. ~Shiree

[@kathybrigger9431]

Super tutorial. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@rehashfiber]

You are so welcome!

[@lindseyhulstrom6783]

Wonderful tutorial! Thank you for making weaving understandable, fun and engaging for a very new student!

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you, I appreciate the feedback. Good luck with your weaving! ~Shiree

[@Zack.Wilbert]

Hello , how are you doing today ?

[@donnatappan4087]

Made my own weaving looms..so I did order me a 32 inch Ashford loom. I thinking of ordering 15 inch too.i have two differ heddles . Order one of each. Set up to use. Ty two.

[@rehashfiber]

Wow, that's pretty cool that you made your own looms. Have fun with the Ashford that you order! All the best. ~Shiree

[@irinaphillips8962]

Thank you very much for this very helpful tutorial!

[@rehashfiber]

You're very welcome!

[@kathleengerwien845]

agreed this is the best, it gives the why behind the steps; is succinct!

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you. Have a wonderful time making beautiful woven items. ~Shiree

[@nikkia4741]

Ty I enjoyed this video. I am a avid weaver. I use ridged heddle looms. I just got the same one you have 36”. It’s basically the same as the smaller cricket. The only thing I do different is I hem stitch the first few rows, after the cardboard. I have never twisted without Hemstitch..I’m going to have to try it. Thank you

[@rehashfiber]

I am going to look into your way with a hem stitch as well. Thanks.

[@unkoine]

Excellent!! I bought some rigid heddle loom videos, but yours is SO much better for beginners! I'm probably going to just put those other videos on the shelf, and stick with yours. Thank you for being a calm, organized, thorough instructor, sticking to the basics we need. Now, I'm inspired to get weaving! :)

[@rehashfiber]

Good luck to you and have fun! ~Shiree

[@Zack.Wilbert]

Hello, how are you doing today?

[@judydrop2858]

Ty so much you have truly helped me . I'm new to weaving

[@rehashfiber]

Great. Enjoy weaving. Thanks for watching. ~Shiree

[@sandradanforth8524]

Such a perfect explanation. Thank you. I have several looms, but haven't used them yet. You are very inspirational. Thanks again. 😮😊😊😊

[@rehashfiber]

You are so welcome!

[@alexandramary3118]

What a beautiful piece of work.

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you very much!

[@margaretradek971]

I am 8 minutes in and I LOVE IT! What a great teacher!

[@rehashfiber]

Wow, thank you!

[@colleenmclaughlin10]

WOW, excellent tutorial. Thanks so much for sharing. 😀

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome. Thank you for checking it out.

[@colly_cnoc]

Thank you for such clear, in-depth instructions! My parents got me a loom as a graduation gift but I studied printing 😅😂 So, time to learn a new textile art! 💖

[@rehashfiber]

What a wonderful gift, you will have so much fun. Congrats on your graduation. Happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@Mimeh53]

That color scheme is gorgeous! At first I was skeptical, thought the red would overpower the warp colors, but it turned out really beautiful.

[@rehashfiber]

Interesting isn't it? I wasn't sure myself, and am very thankful for Jane's (Fiber Art Gallery) advice. I appreciate you checking out the video. All the best. ~Shiree

[@judywillson3941]

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[@zoebarta2278]

You are an excellent teacher!

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you. Enjoy your weaving. ~Shiree

[@TammyKirschner]

Thank you for a super informative video. I just started weaving, took a class a few weeks ago and am ready to warp my loom again, by myself this time. Your video has shown me that it's really not that hard. I also love the way you wove in ends and the finishing little dangles. Those are super cute!

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome! Have fun and good luck. ~Shiree

[@judywillson3941]

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[@nette8342]

I really enjoyed your tutorial, I have done a few pieces of weaving, I found it interesting you use the carboard strips at your weaving end, most weavers I know use all 10 or 12 strips at the end where you put your brown paper, I have used brown paper at the weaving end to protect my work. I loved your colourway of your scarf !

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate you watching. I constantly change things up. Now I'm putting super chunky yarn at the weaving end when I start and then remove it later when I'm tying off or twisting the ends. Happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@isabelandmom3103]

Extremely helpful for beginners! TY!!

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome. Have fun. ~Shiree

[@sharonbaum6001]

Thank you so much! U did a great job teaching!

[@rehashfiber]

You're very welcome!

[@christinegodman6987]

Fantastic explanation, thankyou so much.

[@rehashfiber]

You're very welcome!

[@cathryncampbell8555]

Thank you for a concise, well-organized video. I am *fascinated* by your observation that using a heavier weft thread will make your warp threads stand out, as that sounds counter-intuitive. Thank goodness that your work proves your point so clearly. You are a truly gifted teacher.

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you for the feedback, I'm glad it was helpful. I've got to give credit to Jane who owns Fiber Art Gallery in Inverness, FL, as she is the one who taught me to use a heavy weft thread to show off the warp. ~Shiree

[@cathryncampbell8555]

@@rehashfiber I also didn't know that one can use colours in the warp threads. Every other video I've watched demonstrates a white warp set up with colour in the weft threads only. As you can tell, I'm just getting my toes wet with the concepts of weaving. You video is the clearest I've encountered.

[@miaiamyours1355]

Wow, you´ve done a very beautiful work

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you. I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching. ~Shiree

[@margaretradek971]

I did learn a whole lot. Wow. Thank you.

[@rehashfiber]

You are so welcome!

[@Gigimamapa5]

Beautiful fabric.

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you! One of these days I hope to make it into a skirt. All the best and happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@howlingwind1937]

If you hand hem it at the beginning and end of the weaving, you won't have to worry about the weft coming out, and after it's off the loom you can twist or knot the warp ends or do any other embellishing, it's easier to hem it when it's still on the loom with the tension on it. Thank you for sharing, I learnt something from you. Cheers!

[@rehashfiber]

Indeed! I will be learning this soon. I know I will benefit from nice tidy ends. Thanks. ~Shiree

[@howlingwind1937]

@@rehashfiber knots are nice and tidy too, hemming just gives that added security so that nothing frays. Your weaving looked great, and you used fun colours, and the different stripping of warp threads came up lovely. Also, when you're winding your warp on, tie a bit of sturdy string or twine around a brick or something heavy, the tie the other end of the string around the loop of your warp where it comes off the peg, then wind your warp on. This way you don't lose the tension on the warp Yarns, and you don't have to push your table, I use this way because I don't usually have anyone else around to help with the winding on of the warp. Doing this will also help with your edges, because it's usually the edges that go slack easier and you might see a difference in your shed, because good tension allows for a wider shed to open up. I hope you don't mind me sharing a bit of my process of warping, it's wonderful watching people as they master new skills. I also spin my own yarn, but at the moment I'm spinning finer than I usually do as I'm making a cardigan for a friend, but the fine spinning is driving me nuts! Although I prefer to weave with finer yarn, I prefer to knit with chunkier yarn. Once again thank you for sharing your video and I look forward to the next one. Cheers from Tasmania!

[@froggydoodle808]

Can you explain what you mean by "hand hem"?

[@howlingwind1937]

@@froggydoodle808 at the beginning of your weaving once you've got a few inches done, but before you roll it on towards you, you can hem the edge. I usually pick the same colour yarn that the warp is in, but you can use any of the colours you're working with, and thread a good length if it onto a darning needle. Then I poke it down through some of the little loops made by your weft at the selvedge, that way the tail is hidden. Then I count across 2 warp threads, and up 2 weft threads and poke the needle up between the threads, then bring the needle and thread down to the first warp thread go over and under that and count 2 warp threads and up 2 weft threads and carry on doing that across your weaving to the end, and then hide your tail in the selvedge, and repeat at the other end before you take it off the loom. Hmmm this may not have explained it very well, I'll try to find a video for you that can show you. Im sorry this probably wasn't very helpful. OK I found 3 videos that might explain it better, look on KZbin for the woolery for hem stitch, fibers and design and Kelly cassinova, they're all a bit different, but just puck the one that feels the best for you, my poor instruction is just one way that it can be done and that was shown to me by my mum, I hope all this isn't too confusing. Cheers!

[@ClearwaterTraining]

Thank you for this. Very clear instructions. I am trying to decide which type of loom to buy and this was very helpful. The finished piece of work looks very nice, it reminds me of some of the woven items I saw in Morocco, really gorgeous colours. (yes I can spell, I'm British!)

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome! Good luck with your loom purchase. ~Shiree

[@ClearwaterTraining]

@@rehashfiber I have ordered my loom now. Can’t wait for delivery!

[@beanoneya]

Great tutorial! Thank you!

[@rehashfiber]

You're very welcome! ~Shiree

[@mother2midwife]

Learned So Much! Thank you!!!

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks for letting me know. Have a wonderful time weaving! ~Shiree

[@chrisgorball3166]

Very informative. Thanks for sharing.

[@shireeannettephotography3171]

Thank you for your feedback. Happy weaving!

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks

[@musicabasket4945]

I’m waiting for my loom to be delivered, and have had a few misgivings about whether I’d know how to start. But your video has given me complete confidence, so clear and interesting. I’ll have it playing as I go (with lots of pressing pause along the way!) Thank you so much - from Sydney, Australia.

[@rehashfiber]

Yay, you will have so much fun. Thanks for the feedback. Good luck with your weaving. ~Shiree

[@DonjaClaudiasIdeenStrau]

Thank you so much. I’m an absolute beginner. Today I spent my time by reading and trying to understand the English tutorial 😅. I’m from Germany. Now the loom is complete assembled and I learned from you how to start. Listening to you and watching your doings gave me a good start. 😃👏

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome, I'm so glad it was helpful. Ahhh that's wonderful you're from Germany. My family heritage is there (Berlin and northern region) and I've been many times. It's a beautiful country. What town do you live in? Best wishes with your weaving. ~Shiree

[@DonjaClaudiasIdeenStrau]

@@rehashfiber hello Shiree, interesting, the roots of your family are in Germany? Wonderful 😃. I live in East German, near to Dresden. 2 years ago I have been in Brighton. Two weeks for studying your language, to improve 💃.

[@dawebster21]

I just started watching this tutorial, and I had to stop to compliment you on your delivery. You do have the advantage of having a very clear voice. In addition, you speak slowly and distinctly. Giving us your words in print seems like overkill, but it comes in handy if we want to watch in a place where we can't have the speaker on and we don't have earbuds. Thank you so much, and keep up the good work.

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you. ~Shiree

[@hannah9315]

I was gonna get a 48" loom but then I saw the size of this one compared to you and realized that it was gonna be way to big lol! The size you've got is the size I think I'd like to have I think so I'll get that one instead, thank you!

[@rehashfiber]

Thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful for you to see this size in action. Happy weaving. ~Shiree

[@usergoogle]

Sweet heart teacher, i like how you explain. Thank you 🌹👍

[@rehashfiber]

Thank you! 😃

[@artfullyspun5480]

Lovely tutorial, thank you :-)

[@rehashfiber]

You're welcome! Enjoy weaving. ~Shiree

[@RonitYaar]

Thank you very much! very good explnation!

[@rehashfiber]

You are welcome!

[@SherrisPlace]

Question: 1). How much weft is it possible to load on this loom, so more than one (of similar) project can be made without having to dress her for each separate project? 2) Are there any additional attachments that can be purchased for this loom other than a stand? 3). Can boat shuttles be used with this loom? Thank you very much for showing that homespun can be used to weave with. I’ve watched countless videos in the last week and only yours shows and discusses using homespun fibres. I was actually going to pass up weaving because it looked as though only purchased cone fibres were all that could be used, and I wanted to use my own spun fibres. So thank you for showing how to use homespun! You really have a wonderful way of teaching and explaining things. 🙂 Thank you 🙏

[@rehashfiber]

Wow, good question. I've never loaded up more than one project so I don't know. However warping the loom only seemed hard and long the first time I did it. Now iI can warp it in less than two hours and projects are usually complete within a week. So over all it feels like a fast way to complete a nice item compared to the months it takes for some knitting projects I do. ~Shiree

[@SherrisPlace]

@@rehashfiber Answers to questions 2 & 3 please.