The Homestead Way of Life

Learn to Weave the Simple, Homestead Way!

I have wanted to learn to weave for so long, but the prospect of having to buy an expensive loom and learn the intricate movements always hindered me.  Not to mention I have no room for a big loom!

Well, I just discovered something  I am so excited about.  A company called Buxton Brook Looms manufactures a little handheld loom called the Weavette.  You will not believe the projects you can accomplish on this little lap loom - scarves, pillows even blankets and afghans.  Click around their beautiful website for more information.  The looms are not very expensive - $21.00 for the most popular and basic 4x4 loom.

Another website that contains helpful information is the Weavies One site.  They sell a book which contains lots of patterns and instructions for making projects using the Weavette loom.  The price is a very affordable $12.50.

This is exactly the kind of product that thrills my heart as a homestead woman.  It's an uncomplicated way of creating beautiful things with my two hands without having to spend a lot of money.  It allows us to practice one of the ancient arts without having to spend years learning how to do it.

I can't wait to order mine!

Looms

06:09, 2006-Feb-8 .. Posted by spinninggrandma

Should you wish to do more than the forms that the Weaveit has, you might want to look into Rigid Heddle looms. Ashford.com has several sizes.

But the Weaveit seems to be a very simple idea and great for learners. Good luck.