Weaving

by: Gretchen

A Dozen Favorite Weaving Books!

Halcyon Yarn is in Reno this week for the biennial conference of the Handweavers Guild of America: Convergence 2018!

Seeing all the amazing weaving at Convergence is an inspiration to hone our skills and try new things! Inspired to challenge yourself or try something new? Read on – and pick up some inspiration!

We’re thrilled to be meeting old friends and new from the west… Come say hello to us in booth 118 if you’re here – and pick up a show coupon!

Can’t make it to Reno? Follow us on facebook and instagram for pictures, video and updates from the show!

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by: Emily Werner

VÄV No. 2 / 2018

VÄV is here! This issue is Woven Art, Transforming Spaces, and it showcases artists and designers whose unique and often large scale pieces demand to be seen as true works of art, challenging the somewhat traditional view of textiles as a purely functional craft. That traditional viewpoint has been shifting more and more over the past few decades, thanks to artists like those mentioned here who thrive on redefining what it means to work with fiber.

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by: Emily Werner

New – Loome Tool!

“One tool, infinite possibilities”

Let me tell you about my new favorite stash busting tool! The Loome! Yep, that’s right. Loome with an “e”. The Loome is versatile little tool that you can use to make things like pom poms, tassels, bracelets, cords, even tiny weavings! Read on if you’re ready for loome…

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by: Gretchen

Ashford Warp Thread Weights – New!

New from Ashford, these handy Warp Thread Weights are a tool every weaver will want in their bench!

Ashford Warp Thread Weights (pair)

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Related items of interest: • Weaving Equipment

by: Gretchen

Winning Towels Weaving Collection Reprint, 18 patterns!

Handwoven’s Winning Towels Collection includes eighteen extraordinary towels. Towels are a great template for experimenting with different yarns and new techniques. Plus you can achieve a range of different color effects from a single warp. You’ll never get bored or run out of uses for wonderful handwoven towels.

A few of our favorite Winning Towels projects using Pearl Cotton yarns…

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by: Gretchen

New! Lovely Day Rep Weave Pattern & Kits

Pull up a chair to these beautiful cotton rep weave mats on your table this summer…

Lovely Day Rep Weave Placemats Pattern

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Related items of interest: • Weaving Patterns

by: Gretchen

Pearl Cotton Mini-Cones!

Pearl Cotton’s strength, versatility and beautiful array of colors, make it a favorite year after year. A staple in every weavers’ studio, Pearl Cotton is a classic for towels, scarves, table settings, yardage for upholstery and more.

What’s even better than Pearl Cotton? Mini-Cones of Pearl Cotton – mix, match, and play with a palette of over 65 American-made cotton colors in three weights.

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by: Emily Werner

Handwoven May/June 2018

Handwoven May/June 2018

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Related items of interest: • Weaving Magazines