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.

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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 55 min read

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Craft meets code - upgrading my weaving on an 8 shaft floor loom with a DIY computerised dobby system

This blog discusses some of the trials and tribulations of the making a dobby replacement computer.

Emma Baker

Feb 56 min read

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Weaving a designer handwoven scarf and snood using a hand dyed superwash merino yarn on a rigid heddle weaving loom

Weaving a handwoven scarf and snood using a handdyed yarn kit. The blog includes the patterns for each if you wish to do the same.

Emma Baker

Sep 11, 20243 min read

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How long does it take to weave a handmade designer handwoven scarf? The 12 key steps of the weaving process explained.

I am often asked how long a handwoven scarf, shawl or snood has taken to weave. This blog gives an insight into the weaving process.

Emma Baker

Jun 22, 20245 min read

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Slow fashion - sustainable luxury - Textile design and the weaving of merino lambswool accessories

Read about the process of designing a range of handwoven luxury accessories and learn why woven scarves are termed slow fashion.

Emma Baker

May 21, 20243 min read

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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

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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 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 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

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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 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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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