The rigid-heddle loom gets its name from the heddle that is lifted and lowered. This heddle allows specific threads to be isolated in either a slot or a hole which work together to create patterning in your cloth. This loom has gained significant popularity and has become the primary loom for many weavers. With the rigid-heddle loom, the loom’s width determines the width of your piece, so be sure to find a loom that suits your desired projects.
Discover the breadth of possibilities with the rigid-heddle articles, projects, and patterns in this category and throughout Little Looms.
Learn a bit more about frequent Little Looms designer and Weave Together 2025 instructor Angela Tong.
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.
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Christina talks about some of the myths surrounding rigid-heddle looms and explains why these simple looms aren't just for beginners.
Learn a bit more about weaver and designer Aarthi Neelakrishnan, including why she loves weaving diversified plain weave on a rigid-heddle loom.
For the Summer 2025 issue of Easy Weaving with Little Looms, we’re looking for projects with creative color changes.