“I have been teaching inkle weaving for a number of years. After every class I hear ‘what’s next?’ The first ‘what’s next’ is to get some experience weaving. In the instructions, I’ve included tips that I find helpful for weaving. Each kit represents one of the patterns in our second collection of inkle bands, Bird Bands 1. A pattern booklet containing patterns for the entire collection is also available. I hope you enjoy weaving your inkle band.” ~ Joan
All kits contain full instructions for weaving a band. Please note that these kits assume you are already familiar with the technique.
Skills:
Reading drafts, color key, and band diagrams.
Size:
1” wide, up to 5 yards long.
Included:
Pattern, Maurice Brassard 8/4 unmercerized cotton.
Yarn amounts (each kit sold separately):
American Goldfinch: four colors, 88 g/285 yards.
Blue Jay: five colors, 88 g/285 yards.
Blue Heron: six colors, 88 g/285 yards.
Bluebird: eight colors, 88 g/285 yards.
Cardinal: six colors, 88 g/285 yards.
Common Grackle: eight colors, 88 g/285 yards.
Indigo Bunting: seven colors, 88 g/285 yards.
Red-Tailed Hawk: five colors, 88 g/285 yards.
Red-Winged Blackbird: three colors, 88 g/285 yards.
Tufted Titmouse: five colors, 88 g/285 yards.
You will need:
Inkle loom, 23 string heddles, a belt shuttle, scissors, ruler, and other things you normally use when band weaving.
Hand wash in cold water. Lay flat to dry.
Design by Joan Sheridan
Bird images © Bryan Tabit
