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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.
Why it is all about colour when weaving and selecting a luxury handwoven scarf, snood or shawl
This blog summarizes a few of my thoughts on weaving and selecting colours for a handwoven scarf, cowl or shawl.
Emma Baker
Oct 30, 20234 min read
Weaving with waste and hand spun yarns to create unique sustainable textured coasters
This blog details using waste yarn and hand spun yarn to weave some rustic textured coasters.
Emma Baker
Oct 20, 20233 min read
Weaving a stunning bright and vibrant collection of merino lambswool twill designed scarves
Blog detailing a project creating a collection of twill design handwoven merino scarves.
Emma Baker
Aug 3, 20233 min read
Weaving a collection of luxury handwoven merino wool scarves - deflected doubleweave - doubleweaving with a twist
Blog article describing the weaving of a collection of deflected doubleweave merino scarves, shawls and cowls.
Emma Baker
May 22, 20232 min read
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
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
Working sustainably with local fibres from fleece to fibre - creating a woven fabric from a fleece
Blog detailing the process going from fleece to fabric - using up local resources.
Emma Baker
Apr 21, 20223 min read
10 steps to creating a sustainable handwoven blanket from local Hampshire Down fleeces
Summary of the steps going from a sheep fleece to a hand spun, hand dyed and handwoven blanket.
Emma Baker
Mar 16, 20224 min read
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
Learning to weave a doubleweave design on the floor loom
Blog detailing the process of learning to weave a doubleweave window pain design.
Emma Baker
Sep 9, 20212 min read
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