Inkle

Inkle looms are primarily used to weave bands. Though they have a narrow weaving width, you can create extensive designs and patterns with an inkle loom. Use inkle-woven bands on their own as straps, hatbands, and belts or trim a larger woven piece or garment. You can even sew bands together to create thick and durable fabric.

Find your inkle inspiration with the articles, projects, and patterns in this category.

The Busy Person’s Guide to Weaving

Don’t have time to weave at home? Christina has 3 strategies for taking it with you on the go.

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Subscriber Bonus: A Handwoven Halloween

We’ve got some great ideas for easy Halloween costumes using projects from past issues.

Top 10 Uses for an Inkle-Woven Band

If you’re hooked on inkle weaving and wondering what to do with all your new bands, here are a few clever ideas—from tried-and-true to mind-blowingly creative.

Long Thread Podcast: Laverne Waddington

Season 10, Episode 4: Using her hands, fine threads, and simple tools, Laverne Waddington uses backstrap looms to explore a world of weaving techniques and traditions.

Artist Spotlight: John Mullarkey

Go behind the scenes and learn a bit more about tablet weaver extraordinaire John Mullarkey.

Call for Submissions Fall 2025: A Walk in the Woods

For this fall issue, we're looking for projects inspired by time spent in the woods and forests.

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Five Fabulous Projects from Jennifer Williams

Learn a bit more about inkle-weaver extraordinaire and Weave Together with Handwoven 2025 instructor Jennifer B. Williams. All Access subscribers can also download all of Jennifer’s previous Easy Weaving with Little Looms projects.

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Subscriber Bonus: Touch of Terra-Cotta Pattern

If you liked Alison Irwin’s sweet Baltic pick-up bracelets from the Fall 2024 issue, you’ll love this third variation on her pattern.

Get a Holiday Head Start in July

Don’t wait for the holiday season to weave for Thanksgiving and beyond! Start weaving now while it’s too hot to go outside, and you’ll be ready to go once it’s finally October.