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Weaving Blogs from Emma Baker Handwoven Textiles
Read about the inspiration, colours and craft behind the creation of unique handwoven scarves, snoods and other accessories. From weaving techniques, design stories, commissions, scarf trends and luxury gift ideas.


Weaving left over hand dyed yarn to create a handwoven luxury snood scarf
This blog discusses a project using left over knitting yarn to create a beautiful handwoven wool snood.

Emma Baker
Aug 25, 20254 min read
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Case Study: Commission to create a luxury handwoven designer merino wool blanket
In this blog post, I explore the steps involved in the commission and creation of a luxury handwoven merino lambswool blanket.

Emma Baker
Apr 5, 20255 min read
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The 7 steps involved in creating and weaving a beautiful designer handmade family tartan shawl
Studying the Scottish register of tartans website led to an exciting project to design and weave a family tartan shawl.

Emma Baker
Mar 26, 20244 min read
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Weaving with hand dyed yarn to create stunning unique handwoven scarves - interview with an indie dyer
10 questions answered by Hannah Sutton, Indie yarn dyer. Launching an indie dyeing yarn business.

Emma Baker
Apr 5, 20235 min read
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Handweaving a luxury handwoven shawl inspired by a holiday in the stunning area of Pembrokeshire
A beautiful holiday in Pembrokeshire, Wales was the inspiration for my latest handwoven shawl weaving. This blog details the project.

Emma Baker
Mar 15, 20234 min read
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Textile design in handweaving: Designing and weaving a commissioned merino pink wool scarf using hand dyed yarn
Designing and creating a stunning handwoven scarf as a commission for a lovely client.

Emma Baker
Feb 22, 20233 min read
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Counting and Concentration - Weaving a Tartan Plaid Cloth for a luxury handwoven winter scarf
This blog details the steps from design, to sampling to the weaving of a striking tartan scarf.

Emma Baker
Jan 16, 20234 min read
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Designing and creating a stunning set of green handwoven cushions as part of an exciting commission
A commission of weaving some green handwoven cushions to add a pop of colour to a lounge was the starting point for this project.

Emma Baker
Dec 12, 20222 min read
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How long does it take to weave a handwoven merino scarf? The most FAQ for a weaver
How long does it take to weave a scarf - this blog attempts to answer this question.

Emma Baker
Oct 14, 20213 min read
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