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Win A Saffron Pocket Loom

Win A Saffron Pocket Loom

Affordability, quality and portability come together like never before in the tiny Saffron Pocket Loom. Our goal was to make a loom that would function as a small starter loom, perfect for introducing you to the family of Mirrix Looms, or a tiny loom perfect for travel or workshops or just weaving in bed.
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"But I Don't Need Another Craft." (Five Reasons Why You Do)

"But I Don't Need Another Craft." (Five Reasons Why You Do)

Adding a loom to your list of supplies seems like craft-overkill. But folks, I am here as an enabler with five reasons why you DO need to embark on a new craft, weaving, despite those languishing watercolors in a box in your basement. 
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Why Warp Spacing Matters (Updated)

Why Warp Spacing Matters (Updated)

Remember to consider your warp sett when planning your tapestry, and get a loom where you have the option to set your warp spacing!
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In Defense Of The Side Hustle

In Defense Of The Side Hustle

Lately, side-hustles have gotten a lot of flack. "Why can't hobbies be just for fun?" "Don't people weave just to weave anymore?" "Not everyone needs to sell their work." And I get it, I do, and until I started to really think about it I was of the, "Why does everything have to be about sales and attention?" camp. I want people to feel like they can weave for the sake of weaving and not with an added pressure to have to sell their work. There is something sacred in that and that easy to forget when you default pace of life is feverish.  

But I feel the need to defend the side hustle.

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Buy A Loom, Get Any Loom Accessory 25% Off

Buy A Loom, Get Any Loom Accessory 25% Off

Through Sunday, we’re offering a 25% discount on any loom accessory when you purchase a loom.
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Learn Tapestry Weaving in 2020

Learn Tapestry Weaving in 2020

It’s never too late to learn something new. You might have dozens of excuses on why you don’t have the time or it’s too hard to learn something new. I am a life long learner. I love making things with hands and I will never tire of learning a new art skill or technique. 
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Quick Gift: A Hand-Woven Scrunchie

Quick Gift: A Hand-Woven Scrunchie

The other day I was at a party where the topic of tweens and scrunchies came up. Scrunchies are back in style, that I knew, but apparently they're not just used for keeping hair back. Kids wear them on their wrists, sometimes stacked, and even match the colors with their clothing. If you have a middle schooler on your holiday list, or like me, you're totally digging the 80's nostalgia, making handwoven scrunchies is a super easy and fun project! 
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Not Sure What You Need To Get Started? We Can Help!

Not Sure What You Need To Get Started? We Can Help!

Hoping to pick up a loom and some accessories at the best prices of the year, but unsure about what you need? We're here to help! 
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The Five Best Gifts for The Weaver in Your Life

The Five Best Gifts for The Weaver in Your Life

Are you looking for the perfect gift for a tapestry or bead weaver in your life? We have you covered this holiday season! 
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Holiday Ship Times 2019

Holiday Ship Times 2019

December 16th is the LAST DAY TO ORDER for Christmas Delivery (within the United States).

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Weaving Is Too Hard

Weaving Is Too Hard

.... I hope that that student continued to weave after the class and realized that she WAS good at weaving. We can ALL be good at weaving or languages or cooking or painting in our own right. We just need to believe that we can be.  And we need to keep it fun.
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Kumihimo Made Easy

Kumihimo Made Easy

Round and Square Kumihimo disks for making round and flat braids with lovely hand-painted silk and bobbins
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Tapestry or Weaving?

Tapestry or Weaving?

Someone asked a question the other day that I thought warranted a blog post: "What's the difference between tapestry and weaving?"

The simple answer is this: Tapestry is TYPE of weaving. 

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Spencer Power Treadle: Update By Debbie Bednarek

Spencer Power Treadle: Update By Debbie Bednarek

I’ve been working with the Spencer treadle for the better part of this year. It’s installed on my largest Mirrix freeing the others up for more short term projects. However, more than once I’ve moved my foot around feeling for that pedal while I’m on another loom. Initially I didn’t think I needed this accessory but am finding I really love it. It easily became an automatic part of the weaving process for me.
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A Bead Tapestry Book is Finally Here!

A Bead Tapestry Book is Finally Here!

Resources for bead weaving can be tough to come by, which is why we are SUPER excited to share that Jacqui McCloy Pell has written a book on weaving beads on a loom. This book is a great resource for any bead weaver, but focuses on how to make larger beaded pieces rather than jewelry. 
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