May 2020 I have just finished running an online weaving workshop about striped bands. . I wanted to reach out to people in these difficult times. Weavers from 16 countries took part. All the booklets which I wrote for the workshop are freely available to download and include patterns striped bands from different countries. shop.stoorstalka.com/en/products/workshop/ Stoorstalka also ship world wide if you need wool or equipment. Happy weaving and keep safe in these difficult times Susan J Foulkes
Hi I also have a cricket loom. Remember that the heddle should be used as near to the rear of the loom as possible. I wind the warp onto the rear warp beam through the heddle. Use the shuttle to beat. The band is narrow and the warp needs to be pulled in. happyweaving Susan
Thank you, Susan, for this introduction to band weaving looms! I learned more about how they work watching your video than looking at the different band loom websites.
Thank you ,Durham weaver...there is a lady coming over 4m Ireland to learn the Loinloom weaving/Backstrap weaving in March or April. It's a very tedious job & weavers earn so less. However, some very wise friends of mine are trying to make it into an organised sector & get the products into branded fashion houses so that loinloom weaving is not lost . They make waistcoats/cushion covers, table runners & bags. They are beautiful. check 4th Loinloom festival of Nagaland or *exotic echo* on youtube.
Another excellent video! I would just have one comment to make: not all Rigid Heddle looms are as sturdy as the Knitters Loom so they may not take the tension required for band-loom weaving if used regularly. But then, if you are making bands regularly, a dedicated loom is the way to go!
come to Nagaland...north east India...we weave shawls & traditional wrap-around worn by females by loinloom ..using very indigenous tools made of wood & bamboo. There is just a few such methods in the world.
Great video, good to see all these methods, thank you! By the way, that wooden clamp for the band in the backstrap video for sale somewhere or did you make it yourself?
Do you have a favourite loom to use? I’m dwelling on a band loom, but it makes me wonder if people get kinks in their back, always weaving slightly to one side.
Hi Tara I love my Swedish band loom for weaving narrow bands. For simple warp faced plain weave it is a delight and the bands weave very quickly. Yes you do need to think about posture, but I have been using this loom for many years and I have not problem with sitting sideways to weave. Traditionally, the loom is used with the weaver facing the long edge but I found that this was difficult. Be posture aware and get up and stretch occasionally. Don't weave for long periods - everyone needs a coffee break! Susan J Foulkes
I purchased your book on simple band weaving on blurb but I can’t open it from the download. I can only view it in a browser and I can’t print any of it other than with a screen shot. Did you mean to do this?
The ebook is supported by Apple and opens on an IPAd. I am not sure if it can be opened on another platform. Perhaps you could contact Blurb to see if they will refund you or for advice. Sorry.
I use the band width checker to ensure that the weaving even width. Adjusting the weft makes the band wider or narrower.To adjust the width, pull in the weft to make the band narrower. I hope that this helps.
Ms Foulkes it's always a pleasure to view one of your videos. I always learn so much. I have your previous two books on band weaving in eBook format and wanted to inquire if there as to the possibility of this new book being released on Blurb.com in eBook format as well? I also wonder if you'd mind sharing the brand name and possibly a way to acquire the Swedish Band loom you show in the video? Thank you and Kind Regards.
Hi Bob Thank you for your kind comments. I intended to bring out an ebook at the same time but there are problems at Blurb. Hopefully it will be solved soon. The band loom is the first loom I bought and was made by Robert Myrehed. The nearest equivalent is now made by Glimakra in Sweden. gavglimakra.se/ They give a list of stocklists around the world but not everyone has this loom. It is sometimes called a belt loom. I will be running an online workshop on patterned band weaving early next year for the Braid Society discussion group Braids and Bands. Anyone can join in. I hope this helps. Susan
Dear Joanna There is a list on my blog which shows just how versatile these bands are. These include: personalised luggage straps/handles, luggage tabs, bookmarks, towel tags, curtain tabs, key fobs and lanyards. Lanyards are not just useful for name badges but also for keys, whistles etc. Other uses: collars for pets; leads and leashes; guitar straps; curtain tie backs; textile jewellery, e.g, chokers, collars and wrist straps, belts and garment trims. A delicate silk band would make a lovely personal touch for a bridal bouquet or fastening on a special present. Here is the link to my blog page durhamweaver64.blogspot.co.uk/p/uses-for-woven-bands.html regards Susan
May 2020 I have just finished running an online weaving workshop about striped bands. . I wanted to reach out to people in these difficult times. Weavers from 16 countries took part. All the booklets which I wrote for the workshop are freely available to download and include patterns striped bands from different countries. shop.stoorstalka.com/en/products/workshop/ Stoorstalka also ship world wide if you need wool or equipment.
Happy weaving and keep safe in these difficult times Susan J Foulkes
Aaaahhh. So I don't have to buy an inkle loom to make narrow bands. This is exciting!
I am glad to be of help. Susan J Foulkes
I have been wondering about using the different looms for band weaving. Your video gives a nice demo and explanations. Thank you so much.
Lovely! I'm new to weaving and I was looking for an explanation how these techniques work and this is a very clear video. Thank you!
Thank you for this video. I have a cricket loom and really didn't want to get another piece of equipment at this time to make straps for my bags.
Hi I also have a cricket loom. Remember that the heddle should be used as near to the rear of the loom as possible. I wind the warp onto the rear warp beam through the heddle. Use the shuttle to beat. The band is narrow and the warp needs to be pulled in. happyweaving Susan
Thank you, Susan, for this introduction to band weaving looms! I learned more about how they work watching your video than looking at the different band loom websites.
Thank you Kelly. I am so pleased that you found the video useful. Happy weaving to you. Susan J Foulkes
I am glad you like it. I had fun thinking about what to weave and how to demonstrate it clearly.
Thank you! I love the sounds of the Swedish band loom.
Thank you ,Durham weaver...there is a lady coming over 4m Ireland to learn the Loinloom weaving/Backstrap weaving in March or April.
It's a very tedious job & weavers earn so less. However, some very wise friends of mine are trying to make it into an organised sector & get the products into branded fashion houses so that loinloom weaving is not lost .
They make waistcoats/cushion covers, table runners & bags.
They are beautiful.
check 4th Loinloom festival of Nagaland or *exotic echo* on youtube.
Another excellent video! I would just have one comment to make: not all Rigid Heddle looms are as sturdy as the Knitters Loom so they may not take the tension required for band-loom weaving if used regularly. But then, if you are making bands regularly, a dedicated loom is the way to go!
Lovely video. What size rigid heddle (what sett) do you use? Thanks!
Great video! I've just received an inkle loom, I belive, and this helped me understand how it works. :)
come to Nagaland...north east India...we weave shawls & traditional wrap-around worn by females by loinloom ..using very indigenous tools made of wood & bamboo.
There is just a few such methods in the world.
Dear Kashili Thank you for the information. India has a wonderful tradition of weaving. I would like to study it more.
Susan
Great video, good to see all these methods, thank you!
By the way, that wooden clamp for the band in the backstrap video for sale somewhere or did you make it yourself?
Plz which is the best way to make square patterns/design? Tried mapuche way similar to backstrap but can't be done. Thank you
Hi,
Can you tell me what kind of back strap loom you are using? I'm new to this and would love to try :)
Thanks for sharing! I'm thinking about weaving a skinny tie for my brother.
your videos are all wonderful ! I really like the design of your inkle loom. Is it your design?
we make linger sash like the band you are weaving..as a belt for the wrap around.
Very helpful round-up. Thank you.
Amo o seu trabalho
I' love yuor work
GOD bress you.
So glad I found your videos
Very interesting thank you
Do you have a favourite loom to use? I’m dwelling on a band loom, but it makes me wonder if people get kinks in their back, always weaving slightly to one side.
Hi Tara
I love my Swedish band loom for weaving narrow bands. For simple warp faced plain weave it is a delight and the bands weave very quickly. Yes you do need to think about posture, but I have been using this loom for many years and I have not problem with sitting sideways to weave. Traditionally, the loom is used with the weaver facing the long edge but I found that this was difficult. Be posture aware and get up and stretch occasionally. Don't weave for long periods - everyone needs a coffee break!
Susan J Foulkes
I purchased your book on simple band weaving on blurb but I can’t open it from the download. I can only view it in a browser and I can’t print any of it other than with a screen shot. Did you mean to do this?
The ebook is supported by Apple and opens on an IPAd. I am not sure if it can be opened on another platform. Perhaps you could contact Blurb to see if they will refund you or for advice. Sorry.
I watched you measuring along the way and I was wondering how you would go about correcting the size? Great presentations and thanks.
I use the band width checker to ensure that the weaving even width. Adjusting the weft makes the band wider or narrower.To adjust the width, pull in the weft to make the band narrower. I hope that this helps.
As always, excellent.
Where do I find plans to make my own band-weaving loom?
HI. I do not know of any source for the plans to make a Swedish band weaving loom. Sorry.
Ms Foulkes it's always a pleasure to view one of your videos. I always learn so much. I have your previous two books on band weaving in eBook format and wanted to inquire if there as to the possibility of this new book being released on Blurb.com in eBook format as well? I also wonder if you'd mind sharing the brand name and possibly a way to acquire the Swedish Band loom you show in the video? Thank you and Kind Regards.
Hi Bob
Thank you for your kind comments. I intended to bring out an ebook at the same time but there are problems at Blurb. Hopefully it will be solved soon.
The band loom is the first loom I bought and was made by Robert Myrehed. The nearest equivalent is now made by Glimakra in Sweden. gavglimakra.se/ They give a list of stocklists around the world but not everyone has this loom. It is sometimes called a belt loom.
I will be running an online workshop on patterned band weaving early next year for the Braid Society discussion group Braids and Bands. Anyone can join in.
I hope this helps.
Susan
That sounds great. I'll keep a lookout for the eBook. Thanks for the information about the band loom.
what are the long skinny bands of fabric used for?
Dear Joanna There is a list on my blog which shows just how versatile these bands are.
These include: personalised luggage straps/handles, luggage tabs, bookmarks, towel tags, curtain tabs, key fobs and lanyards. Lanyards are not just useful for name badges but also for keys, whistles etc.
Other uses: collars for pets; leads and leashes; guitar straps; curtain tie backs; textile jewellery, e.g, chokers, collars and wrist straps, belts and garment trims.
A delicate silk band would make a lovely personal touch for a bridal bouquet or fastening on a special present.
Here is the link to my blog page durhamweaver64.blogspot.co.uk/p/uses-for-woven-bands.html
regards Susan
Thanks for the reply. Oooohhhh, I really like that cushion and the jewelry on your blog. Very nice!