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I don’t know how it works in your world, but as soon as October hits, my life gets exponentially more hectic, and it doesn't calm down again until New Year’s Day. So, on the rare occasion I have a weekend where I have the time to sit down and weave, I prefer projects that I can warp on Saturday and finish by Sunday. Something that makes me feel accomplished without being too stressed out.
The Recipe for Weekend Weaving
Over the years, I’ve developed a set of criteria I use when it comes to my ideal weekend weaving project, and it’s these criteria that helped me narrow down to the five weekend projects we’re bringing you today.
Easy to warp. I want a project that’s relatively simple to warp—no double heddles, heddle rods, or complicated color orders. Pin-loom projects are especially great in this regard. On a 3-pin style loom, you warp by wrapping yarn around pins (easy). On a continuous strand pin loom, you warp and weave simultaneously (also easy).
Stash-friendly yarns. Often, I don’t know if I have a free weekend until a couple of days beforehand, so I don’t have time to source specific, specialty yarns. I want a project that either uses yarns I already have in my stash or features yarns that are easy to substitute with what I have on hand. I have zero issues changing up the palette of the piece, and sometimes I end up preferring my version more!
Works on the looms I already have. Contrary to what some might believe, I don’t have a fleet of looms at my disposal. My largest rigid-heddle loom is 16-inches wide (so I’ve only picked projects that can be warped on almost any loom size), and I only have a few pin-loom shapes. Anything I choose to weave needs to work within those limitations, either as-written or with some simple modifications.
Fits my energy level. Finally, it doesn’t matter if a pattern fits within my ideal weekend weaving project criteria if I don’t have the energy to weave it once the weekend arrives. If I have a fair amount of energy, I typically weave a scarf or set of towels, possibly with some color changes and pick-up involved. If I’m exhausted but still want to be creative, I’ll probably stick to plain-weave, thick yarn scarves or pin-loom projects with minimal piecing. Many of the projects in this project pack are great for letting you play or keeping it simple.
Weekend Weaver Project Pack
If you’re feeling inspired to take on a project this weekend, but don’t know where to start, I’ve got a few suggestions! We've put togehter our All Access exclusive Weekend Weaver Project Pack, a selection of five projects that can be warped and woven in a weekend. The project pack contains PDF downloads for each project in one convenient location so you can easily download any and all you'd like to weave.
Infinitely Spectacular Scarf by Angela Tong
Infinitely Spectacular Scarf
One skein of multicolored yarn and your rigid-heddle loom are all you need to weave this fun and casual no-sew infinity scarf. That’s right, there’s no sewing involved—just some very clever knotting of the fringe.
Bright Morning Mug Rugs by Hazel Spencer
Bright Morning Mug Rugs
These sweet and simple checkered mug rugs are easy to weave and can be easily adapted to use yarns you already have on hand. Even better, because each coaster uses such a small amount of yarn, it’s the perfect project for using up odds and ends in your stash. Don’t have the energy for color changes? Try using a self-striping yarn for effort-free color-and-weave effects. Don't have a square pin-loom? Weave it on a large hexagon instead.
Spectrum Spectacle Cord by Alison Irwin
Spectrum Spectacle Cord
Don’t let the tubular weave fool you—this project is quick and easy to warp and weave. Use the same rainbow palette as Alison or design your own using whatever 5/2 cotton you have on hand. Don’t wear glasses? The cord would make a beautiful bracelet or a lovely lanyard holder.
Fall Breeze Scarf by Gala McCurdy
Fall Breeze Scarf
Thick yarns, crammed dents, and just a 7-inch weaving width make this an extra quick and easy rigid-heddle project. Don’t want to deal with the side fringe? Weave the project as a straight plaid scarf or even skip the crammed weft picks and weave a striped scarf instead. Easy peasy!
Pin-Loom Scrunchie by Angela Tong
Pin-Loom Scrunchie
All you need are five squares to weave this pin-loom scrunchie. Use your favorite stretchy multicolored yarn, and if you have one with a hint of glitter like the one Angela used, so much the better. There is sewing, but it’s minimal, so you won’t feel overwhelmed.
Whatever your schedule or energy level, I hope you enjoy this low-stress project pack and weave something wonderful!
Happy Weaving!
Christina