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.

top overhead view of a wooden rigid heddle weaving loom with a handspun maroon and flecked yarn and weave

6 Important features to consider when weaving with hand spun yarn?

Is it possible to weave with hand spun yarn? The answer is yes and this blog discusses some hints an tips and things to consider.

Emma Baker

Apr 16, 20244 min read

red, green and bright blue large checked shawl draped over mannequin

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

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

pink, brown and beige zig zag scarf wrapped around neck of mannequin

7 different stylish ways to wear a handwoven designer lambswool woven scarf this winter

There are countless ways to wear a handwoven scarf and this blog explores a number of different ways of making a stylish statement.

Emma Baker

Nov 22, 20233 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

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

bright intricate patterned green, blue and pink shawl

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

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

close up view of a red, white and navy twill tartan weave

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

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

a blue and yellow woven blanket sitting on a garden bench

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

brown, red and beige checked scarf on a mannequin wearing a navy top

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