Once the warp is tied up on the loom, it is possible to have a finished woven garment within a few hours. The longest stretch of time comes from threading the heddles and sleying the reed (not as violent of an act as it sounds, although it does involve a hook!)
I had virtually no problems with this yarn and warp combination – the tension stayed steady throughout, and it gave me a boost of confidence considering some of the other “learning experiences” I have had with the loom of late.
This time, I chose a very textural yarn, Pingouin Minou, that has been in the stash for some time. It is a thick-and-thin cotton/rayon blend with the little slubs of cotton, and the shiny ply of rayon. I picked it up in a trade last year from Sarah – but as to the provenance, I am not sure. The tag says “Made in Brazil”, but a Google search reveals very little, so I am assuming that it is long discontinued. Too bad, because it was definitely a treat to weave with…
Loaded up two episodes of This American Life podcast, set the pedals for a plain weave, and a few hours later, I had a finished shawl. Seven feet long, fifteen inches wide finished shawl. Weaving is meditation, but it is also production – it just goes so quickly compared to knitting!
I have to admit, this was yarn/warp initially slated to be a baby blanket. However, as I worked it up, I realized it was not the right kind of fabric for a baby – too drapey and with uneven textures. So, what kind of garment works well with drape and textures? hmmm… a wrap. A wrap for me. Perfect. (Baby can get booties or a bib, just like all the others!)
Bonafide love for my new wrap. Not only is the color amazing, but the texture! I am definitely a happy weaver. The yarn definitely looks better in this form than sitting in a bag on my stash shelf!
The color and the texture are SO SO perfect! This is beautiful. You make me want to weave.
So beautiful. I can’t wait to see more!
Bonafide gorgeousness. Love the nubbly-ness
Wonderful! The yarn worked really well and I love the colour. I bet you bought the yarn for something else entirely never thinking you would end up weaving with it.
Wonderful color (one of my favorites!) and the texture is lovely, too. I want to weave, too now!
this is stunning! love the color. (by the way, hi there! i’ve been lurking for awhile. thought it was time to say hello.)
This is gorgeous! I love the open, nubby texture. I really want to learn to weave!
Stunning! That is a gorgeous shawl. I really like the pictures of the weaving process.
It’s gorgeous Lolly. Really, really beautiful!
It’s gorgeous! I love the color!
This is absolutely lovely. The color and texture are wonderful. I really want to learn to weave someday, but it’ll have to wait until I’ve exhausted my love affair with sewing right now.
ohhh lovely! The itch for weaving is getting ever so close!
That is gorgeous, and you are making me want to weave big time. I am getting such a kick out of the yarn name though, since it translates as Penguin Kitty!
I am speachless Lolly! What a beautiful piece of work! You really are passionate about weaving and the results definetely show so!
It’s really beautiful. I love the color and texture. Tom would be proud
What a beautiful color on you! The texture looks fabulous – great weaving!!
Lolly, it’s just beautiful!
It’s absolutely lovely!
Wow! So fabulous. The yarn is beautiful, and the fabric is perfect for it. Yum.
That’s just lovely! The texture looks so inviting, and that turquoise suits you perfectly. I’m really enjoying your weaving stories and watching you learn!
I love it! I’d love to try weaving some day. It looks like a lot of fun.
Wow – nice work! And it looks absolutely fab on you.
I’ve been interested with your progress with the weaving, and even though this appears to be a simplistic project (though, what do I know!), the end result is quite stunning. I love the texture, color, everything. Kudos! (Also, I want one! lol)
so pretty, and lovely on you…
Beautiful! I’m impressed that you had no problems with that slubby warp. What did you sett it at?
I am so very impressed (and jealous!) I always had a tougher time warping with those nubblies—–see you are just the Lolliest!
gorgeous, it looks wonderful on you!
Very nice!
I think that yarn looks fantastic woven. The colour is perfect for you too.
it certainly is beautiful!
That is just gorgeous! You are tempting me with this weaving stuff!
You make me want to learn to weave. But I know it’s just the crafter’s excitement talking, and I can’t possibly take on another craft. So, my dear, it looks like I’ll have to live vicariously.
I am amazed at the beauty of that scarf. Make me one ;D
Beautiful!! I lovelovelove the color!
Lovely!!!
That is gorgeous!
The wrap is beautiful! I love that color of blue.
that smile certainly confirms how happy you are with your new wrap. looks lovely – great job!
It looks stunning on you, Lolly!
Wow, this is so beautiful! I’d love to learn how to weave too..
How cool! I’ve been thinking about getting into weaving… Sigh… But that’s after a wheel. Good work, looks very lovely
Very cool! I never would have thought of knitting with that yaen – but looks amazing as a woven wrap!! Great job!
I am in love with the texture of the wrap! And the color is absolutely gorgeous on you.
Stunning!
Fantastic! woo hoo!
Beautiful Lolly, I have loom/weaving envy, I’ve wanted to learn to do that for more years than I’d like to admit and now my youngest daughter has expressed an interest, maybe one of these days we will be able to try it out! For now, I will just enjoy your gorgeous creations
Fabulous!
Stunning! Great color on you as well!
Lolly-you’ve gone and done it again…this is lovely…
Gorgeous!
So beautiful! Love the texture!
It’s so beutiful!