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.

Wooden loom weaving colorful blue, green, and yellow fabric. A shuttle rests on the fabric. Bright and orderly pattern.

From yarn to luxury handwoven fabric: Weaving with merino wool to create a collection of designer scarves and snoods

This blog shares the weaving journey from yarn to luxury merino wool scarves and snoods.

Emma Baker

Sep 11, 20254 min read

How to wear a triangle scarf - 9 ways to style a designer triangle scarf for the Autumn - Winter 2025 season

The triangle scarf is stealing the spotlight this season and this blog shows different ways to wear this versatile accessory.

Emma Baker

Sep 5, 20253 min read

Stacked colorful woven fabrics with blue, orange, and beige plaid and geometric patterns. A cozy and textured arrangement fills the frame.

Sample weaving is an important step in creating a handwoven wool scarf

This blog discusses a range sampling techniques that I have used before embarking on a large project to weave a handwoven scarf.

Emma Baker

Aug 23, 20255 min read

woven pink and green patterned scarves hung up against a dark grey wall

A handwoven designer scarf is a perfect luxury winter accessory and Christmas Gift

Today our shops are full of mass produced fast fashion, handwoven scarves and designer luxury accessories are the antipathy of this as discussed in this blog.

Emma Baker

Jun 22, 20254 min read

Woven scarf with purple and pink zigzag pattern and tag. Red gift box with snowflake pattern in background. Festive and cozy mood.

8 Handwoven Christmas gifts for her - stocking filler to luxury designer scarf

Looking for a unique handcrafted gift? Choose from a selection of handwoven items for her from small stocking fillers to a statement luxury scarf.

Emma Baker

Oct 11, 20243 min read

handwove fine intricate patterned fabric

Weaving with fine yarns of wool and silk to create a luxury handmade handwoven scarf and cravat

This blog details the project of weaving with some fine wool and silk yarns to create a scarf and several cravats.

Emma Baker

Jan 23, 20245 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

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