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.

Purple and gray patterned scarf on a mannequin with wooden top. Neutral background. No visible text or emotions.

8 Handwoven Gifts for Her Under £50: Discover Handwoven Snoods, Bags, and More

This blog has 8 suggestions of gifts for her. Each a beautiful handwoven gift under £50 that she will cherish.

Emma Baker

Dec 10, 20253 min read

Woman with glasses in a navy coat and green scarf, smiling softly, stands in a leafy forest with a serene mood.

The handwoven snood scarf: warm, cosy, stylish and a versatile accessory

A handwoven snood is perfect for adding a pop of colour and warmth to your wardrobe. This blog outlines why I believe a snood deserves a place in every wardrobe.

Emma Baker

Oct 7, 20254 min read

row of handwoven orange and blue scarves

Mill woven vs. Handwoven designer scarves: What is the Difference?

The difference between mill woven and handwoven scarves and why handwoven scarves are considered a more luxurious gift.

Emma Baker

Sep 21, 20255 min read

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

Plaid fabric with a tag next to a red gift box with snowflake pattern. Holly and soft lights in background suggest a festive mood.

6 reasons why a handmade gift makes the best Christmas present

There is something very special about giving a handmade gift. This blog post discusses 6 reasons why a handwoven accessory is often more cherished than other mass-produced options.

Emma Baker

Aug 4, 20253 min read

a handwoven blue window pane handwoven table runner with a pink vase and ceramic flowers

Creating a Ocean blue inspired collection of handwoven designer scarves, snoods and a table runner

This blog post outlines a project weaving with cotton yarn to create a small collection of ocean inspired handwoven scarves, snoods and a table runner.

Emma Baker

Jun 2, 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

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