Double weave pattern

The patterns in patterned double weave are created by the exchange of areas in one layer of cloth with another layer of the same cloth. Amazing patterns can be woven even on a simple loom using a …

Photos of the project whilst on the loom and the finished 6 metre roll of yarn. Half the woven length used a weft pairing in Burgundy and Gold Tencel (which can be seen as the fabric under the front beam), whilst the other half produces a lighter complimentary shade using Red and White Gold yarn. Close up detail. The random changes in the lift ratio in the tie up break up the uniformity of the pattern by introducing patches of colour where the ratio suddenly changes. The textural effect of…

Liftplans for layer exchange - and tips for managing two shuttles - in order to create stripes and pockets in 4 shafts double weave.

Double weave blocks on 8 shafts. The principle of interchanging wefts while keeping one warp layer on top is explained and illustrated.

Marcy weaves, spins, knits and occasionally dyes. Because passing it on is so important, she also teaches and writes.

Deflected Double Weave by Mary Bentley

Of the many ways of designing and weaving double weave, my favorite is loom-controlled, patterned double weave. On my 16-shaft treadle loom I can weave up to 4 blocks of plain weave as well as net…

#handwoven scarf, double weave, wool 28/2 by Vibeke Halden | Instagram

Weaving double weave blankets is so intriguing — weave two layers at the same time and make a compact floor loom do so much more.