A handwoven deflected doubleweave zig-zag merino scarf made by Emma Baker in Salisbury
This scarf is woven by Emma Baker on a Louet floor loom in Salisbury, Wiltshire using an 8-shaft deflected doubleweave structure in fine merino lambswool. The zig-zag pattern emerges from the deflected doubleweave: the weft threads are periodically deflected between the two cloth layers, creating the diagonal geometric zig-zag geometry visible on the surface. Both faces are woven and finished - the scarf is reversible, with the colour balance shifting between the two faces. After weaving, the fabric was washed to full and soften the merino.
There are two variations of this scarf:
A - Mid Blue and Grey
At 29cm wide and 200cm long, with a 1cm fray at each end, this is one of the longer scarves in Emma’s collection. Long enough to wrap twice, drape over both shoulders, or loop and knot as a statement piece.
B - Electric Blue, Mid Blue and Grey
30cm wide × 180cm long - slightly shorter than A but still a good length
What makes this scarf special
- Handwoven by Emma Baker in Salisbury on a Louet floor loom
- 8-shaft deflected doubleweave zig-zag - geometric diagonal pattern
- Electric blue and navy fine merino lambswool
- Reversible - two wearable faces
Handwoven Blue and Navy Merino Zig-Zag Scarf - Deflected Doubleweave
Hand wash gently in cool water with minimal agitation. Rinse once, press between towels to remove excess water, and dry flat away from direct heat. If pressing is needed, press lightly while still slightly damp. Do not machine wash, wring or tumble dry.