Weave Along with Elewys, Ep. 18: Icelandic Double Weave Tablet Weaving

[@Lomky]

Watching you debug the weaving real time is very helpful!

[@kathyaustin5709]

I've made several of these patterns on my bead loom. I figured since I didn't have room in my house for "another" loom, I could make some of these lovely weaves with beads instead. I'll send you a photo of them if you like.

[@carolepp9209]

I absolutely LOVE this pattern and the colors. I love all of your work even though I'm not a weaver. I crochet, for over 60 years! You are informative with the weaving, very specific, taking it slow and easy. I love the history, the music and your amazing humor. BTW I've lived in Tacoma, Ft. Lewis, Everett, Vancouver, Enemclaw, and Federal Way!

[@AlessioFangano]

Really cool to see a different weaving technique!

[@robynw6307]

Watching this helped a few things about regular tablet weaving fall into place in my brain. Thank you for sharing this. The end result is stunning. So sorry for your loss - way too young.

[@elenavaccaro339]

Beautiful. I can imagine this being done on winter nights next to a fire.

[@MattsGrandmother]

I have drooled over these in TAW but still baby beginner so putting it off cuz totally confused reading it. Makes my heart glad to see I'm not only one. You've taught me so much, and this or another pattern like it in this technique will be coming soon to one of my looms. I just warped a TAW threaded in pattern and for the first time EVER in my baby weaving life got it right - the pattern is coming up even after only 8 picks. Thanks to watching your videos over and over.

[@itsayarnfullife7016]

I just found your channel!!! :) I am a crocheter, but I am trying to learn to weave, I've been practicing with my cards, and today I found you!!!! Right off the bat I have to tell you I love your personality,just laid back go with the flow,(that's definitely me also) and let's create. Now I'm going to play catch up with all your videos, and looking forward to more future ones!!!!! Thank you for sharing, you're fiber sister...... Michelle!!!🧶💜💙🥰

[@midwestkatie4]

It gives me hope to know that even seasoned weavers run into trouble now and then.

[@momtomtse]

I love this one, so sweet and pretty. My condolences on the loss of your friend ❤️

[@gohawks3571]

Hugs, both for the tutorial & your friend❤

[@AuntieEm294]

I like how you showed reading the diagram. Tablet weaving is still such a mystery to me, but this episode really made sense. Thank you.

[@Lyra_of_Spinning_Winds]

Good morning weavers 💕 I’m excited for this episode!

[@TheGirlfromBowral]

Such a beautiful pattern! Mmm, I’ll need a very big cup of tea while trying this one! 🫖 Sympathies on the loss of someone so young. 🥺🤗

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

Thank you. He was a dear friend for over 20 years.

[@AnonymousXIII]

My condolences on the loss of your friend; it's been a rough couple of years, I'm saddened for anyone in these dark times who doesn't make it to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

Sadly, this was an ongoing medical issue, not COVID related.

[@AnonymousXIII]

@@elewysoffinchingefeld3066 I'm not sure whether to count that as sadly or not, terminal COVID cases can get pretty bad, from my understanding. But of course I've no idea what they were actually facing, and certainly there are worse demons than COVID out there. Even so, to be stuck under the unending effects of lockdowns couldn't have helped them cope.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

COVID has hit all of us in one way or another, but this friend lost his life due to complications with diabetes. He had managed it well for decades but recently had had a few health emergencies, and sadly, slipped into a coma and passed.

[@AnonymousXIII]

@@elewysoffinchingefeld3066 I'm sorry to hear that; that's rough.

[@kathyenglish8427]

I really like how you share your thought process - how you troubleshoot and why you are turning the cards forwards or backwards - thank you! I did my first band last night - thank you for your videos

[@marciashedeck6342]

Elewys you always have such a nice way of explaining things. I dont know if I will ever be brave enough to try this but I greatly admire it. Im new to card weaving and stumbled upon you in my research to learn. Your videos have been very helpful for my learning a new art! Thank you!

[@Which-Craft]

I was today years old when I learned what this technique (which I use almost exclusively) is called - and you're the one that told me! That being said, you say at around 7:50 that the pattern said to turn all the tablets backwards. My guess based on my experience (and looking at your pattern) is that they probably mean to *flip* the cards the other direction (S to Z), not "turn". Maybe try that on the next project and let me know if I guessed correctly?

[@fiberfarmstead]

I just love your channel and humor. your the best❤️

[@TalymoMakes]

your videos are educational and delightfully funny. You are amazing!

[@sockchen2707]

thank you for this video. I learnd a lott from you, as always , and I enjoyed the weaving and the little birds singing

[@AmandaKerrMunslow]

Accidentally wandered on to your channel via somewhere else and I'm subscribing, love the honesty of "trying it out and having a play" and the commentary via subtitles. You've tempted me to get out my tablets again and get back into practice, though I need to get better at the basics before trying this out! Seeing your trouble shooting techniques is great too, too many tutorials are the perfectly done method, and only that, not great if the beginner makes a mistake.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

Welcome! I have several great beginner patterns to practice on, like the Easy Peasy Applesies. I tried to trim out most of me mumbling to myself and figuring out the problem, but I'm glad that you (and others, presumably) find it useful to see me fix my mistakes.

[@Norfolk250]

I was knitting yesterday evening outside, and I kept missing a row of ribbing. I must have done it 4 separate times! Luckily, I was using coarse flax (from Iceland none-the-less!) so taking the needle out and pulling the line to take 1&1/2 rows out left my loops clean and easy to restring. - Ya, and feel for your repeated wrong-direction-turning!!

[@marjattaisberg3173]

You are a genious, Elewys. You have invented a new type of tablets for Icelandic weaving. This method seems easier than the method Icelanders themselves have used. Here in Iceland we have used the normal tablets with hole in each corner. I shall try your type of tablets myself.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

I can't take credit for that--it was suggested in the Tablets at Work book by Claudia Wollney. She said you *could* use regular tablets and keep them "on point" (not her words, but the term quilters use for diamond-shaped blocks), but that seemed like it would be much more trouble than I wanted to struggle with. :D

[@Lyra_of_Spinning_Winds]

Welp…. now I’m going to have to try another thing 😂 Thanks for all your videos! They bring me such joy 💕

[@nixhixx]

This one is stunning... clever you for sorting out *A* way to do it, even if it isn't *The* way to do it.

[@eveturner1260]

Beautiful work

[@Which-Craft]

P.S. I'm binging on your videos today. Love your work! My current project is an Icelandic doubleweave Trimaris Triskele with a Wave selvage. It's intense, but comes out lovely when I don't mess it up and have to backtrack. lol

[@bunhelsingslegacy3549]

Thanks, that's a really neat technique... and gives me ideas :)

[@tinyshinycrumb969]

Beautiful!

[@paulmccann5217]

I keep meaning to take on a project of this type, now I think I’ll probably make it my next band.

[@DLowryVA]

So I have been playing with double weave on my big rigid heddle loom. Depending on the sequence you pass the shuttle and how you raise and lower the warp you can weave a tube, a double sided fabric (as you have here) or a double width fabric. It seems watching this that a similar principle has to apply. Think of what might be wrought! As you say, I am having many thinky thoughts now! May your friend rest in peace.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

I've been thinking about trying the double-wide weaving thing on a jack loom or rigid heddle with two reeds...too many crafts, not enough time!

[@annettemixon1264]

Intriguing! 🥰

[@antonemberbroque4452]

This kinda reminds me of a kind of weaving on the flat with hexagonal cards that creates 2 sheds. btw could u do a video abt hexagonal weaving cards? there is not alot out there.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

It's on my list!

[@christenagervais7303]

Please accept my condolences Elewys!

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

Thank you. We had a lovely memorial gathering a couple weeks ago to honor his passing. He was a very sweet, generous soul who touched a great number of hearts.

[@johnPiercey]

This is like Sudoku, just a lot more complicated, and probably more gratifying if you can get it done... my patience and intelligence are holding me back, but I love that I can peer into this world.

[@Just_Sara]

There are some really simple patterns you can start with, if you haven't already!

[@johnPiercey]

@@Just_Sara thanks for the encouragement... I might just get on it

[@lizkimber]

I was reading this and i feel this is done like the double faced as it mentions 1 square is 2 picks. So you either go forward 2 and then back 2 to keep the same colour. And you go either forward or back to change the colour. So if it was due to go back it now goes forwards if it was due to go forwards it now goes back. Ive ordered me some cards i can make with side holes to have a go.

[@samanthaperrin6567]

Cool. I have a feeling there are a lot of "right" ways to do a lot of crafts out there.

[@McNerdyCostumesandProps]

I’ve never seen that type of weaving before, it’s beautiful! Thankfully it’s not just me that stops turning cards like, wait... was that right? Lol. If you’re still in the mood to deviate I’d love to see some brocade! But whatever you decide to make will be amazing, of course 😊

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

Brocade is on my list...it might be a couple months from now, but it is DEFINITELY on my list! BTW, I have a reason to make a Hobbit costume by August...gotta get sewing!

[@PipBoy9970]

Pretty amazing. Do you have classes you teach? And well done with the improvisation.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

Given that COVID restrictions *just* lifted in my state, I haven't had an opportunity to even think about teaching in person. However, I am teaching online (here--on this forum) and will continue to do so.

[@PipBoy9970]

@@elewysoffinchingefeld3066 Sounds great K, maybe drop me a email at [e-mail] :)

[@beagleissleeping5359]

"Mundane clothes. Oh the horror." The first one of your videos I watched, because of the tiny thumbnail and your white head covering, I thought you might be a Mennonite.😁

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

Someone else had asked that. Maybe I need a "Medieval Person Ahead" warning. Or a disclaimer. Hmmm...thinky thoughts.

[@clairevanloon2]

Wow.. amazing. Just got this book as a graduation present and now I come across you referencing it. I have never woven with cards, only cardless inkle looming. What technique is the best for a first time card Weaver? I think your video's are so Nice. I have never understood it, but the book helped a lot already. Thank you for your videos

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

I would start with a very easy pattern. I did a video called Easy Peasy Applesies that has a really great beginner's pattern.

[@DeeSpriggs]

Hi there! I have been inspired by yourself to give tablet weaving a go and I'm waiting on my loom to arrive. I've ordered several different types of yarn and thread and I'd like to know if I can mix types? Like can I use crochet cotton and a wool blend together or carpet warp? Thank you in advance.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

It's art--you can do anything you want! Different weights and fiber contents can give you varied results, which can look interesting and unique. Many historic pieces used blends of linen, silk, and metal threads to make their pieces, so have at it!

[@jennifermccart5275]

Hello Elewys Finchingefeld, I love your videos and I don't know why. I have never tried to use a loom (other than making pot holders for my mom on that square loom you can get at any department store) but after watching your stuff, for some odd reason, I am intrigued. So I have a question; will any type of thread produce this kind of product, never mind , I have an idea,. Thank you. I love your energy, and enthusiasm.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

As long as the thread is strong enough for warp threads, it'll work great. Give it a little pull--if it falls apart, choose something else.

[@bkvdpw]

I have to say, I'm WAY new to all this but I have a question . . . I don't understand why you need cards with the holes punched on the sides rather than in the corners. Couldn't you use the same cards (corner punched) and turn them so the two holes that form the common warp thread of the two sheds are in line with each other - basically with a corner up at the end of a turn rather than a flat side? That would also give you a larger shed. Like I say, I'm way new to all this so maybe I'm stepping out beyond my ken. Regardless, on behalf of retired old guys looking for yet ANOTHER hobby, thank you very much for your efforts!

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

Welcome to the fold, old retired guy! So this technique was suggested in Claudia Wollney's book, Tablets at Work, to use the cards with holes punched in the sides to stabilize the warps. Putting the cards 'on point' will cause them to turn to find the least amount of tension--finding an equilibrium, if you will. You certainly *can* use regular cards, but I thought I'd give this a try, and it worked very well, except I would probably make the cards a bit bigger next time.

[@bkvdpw]

@@elewysoffinchingefeld3066 I figured there was something secret in the sauce!! See, that's what happens when you work with amateurs. :)

[@TalymoMakes]

Hi Elewys! I just got my first Inkle loom and I have a question and I just know you have the answer. I threaded my warp but while I was doing it, I noticed that the loom doesn’t sit flat on the table and it slides all over the place when I am threading. When I am weaving, the loom lurches forward when I am beating the weft on my shuttle passes. Is this normal? Do I need to secure it to the table? Or did I purchase a shoddy loom? If I need to fasten it down, how do I do that?

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

Well, I would probably need to see pictures of the loom to say anything definitive about the quality, but it sounds like your loom needs some stabilizing feet. Even my own loom teetered when I worked on it, so I grabbed a 1 x 4 and created a channel in it for the loom to nest into. If you look at the videos, you'll see this at the back of the loom--I added that myself. You may want to seek out a woodworker friend to give an opinion about how to make improvements to your loom to make it more user-friendly. Good luck!

[@cf4590]

Good morning. I am wondering why the change of cards. Since both the traditional set and the set you made each have 4 holes, one on each side, what was the reason for making a set with holes in the center of the side as opposed to holes in the corners ? By the way, I love your teaching and your talent and I subscribed to your channel with the first episode I watched. Thank you.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

With the holes on the sides, it created the two sheds I needed; a top shed and a bottom shed. With the holes in the corners, you only have one shed, and to get the two sheds with the regular cards, you would have to stand the cards on point.

[@terrythreecatfarm3112]

You are my best friend omg ur funny😂

[@moniquefouquet3810]

Est ce que je peux avoir le même résultat sans les tablettes juste avec la manipulation des fils ? En fait je cherche des modèles avec les enfilages et avec l’envers du tissage pour comprendre plus facilement . Merci

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

Je ne suis pas sûr de ce que vous demandez. Pourriez-vous être plus précis?

[@helenhodge-croom9635]

can you show us how you knew it was wrong before going through with the shuttle? I was watching what you said and that you put your finger in but then would stop to fix it...can you show us what you saw? When I mess up I have to back up a row or 2 or 3 to find it...wondering what I'm missing or should watch for so I don't have to go back so far

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

For one of the goofs, it was obvious because there should have been 3 blue threads, but there was only 1. The second mistake was (I think) similar because there were 5 blue threads when there should have been 3. Next time I'll try to remember to bring the camera closer to show the mistake. Good tips!

[@Caradepato]

Hmm, I wonder if this could be woven directly onto an edge of, say, a kaftan. It would look nice, but maybe its easier just to stitch it XD.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

There are instructionals on how to tablet weave on the edge of a shawl, blanket, tunic or piece of fabric, using the fringe of the fabric as the weft for the tablet weaving. I haven't tried it yet.

[@Caradepato]

@@elewysoffinchingefeld3066 I'll give it a try next year (have four projects lined up for this one). I'll let you know how it goes.

[@tinyshinycrumb969]

@opuselenae