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    This course is self-paced and is available immediately after you enroll.

  • All Levels

    Great for beginning weavers and all other levels interested in exploring this technique.

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Discover the Intriguing Patterning Potential of Boundweave

Turn your favorite twills into weft-faced cloth with the mesmerizing patterns of boundweave! Using a relatively simple threading, and often on just four shafts, this technique is perfect for weavers of all levels. 

In this course, master weaver and teacher Tom Knisely will show you the ins and outs to boundweave. You’ll learn about loom setup and equipment, tools, and get helpful tips from Tom along the way. Soon you’ll be weaving sturdy rugs, placemats, table runners, and more!

As you watch, you’ll learn:

  • About loom setup and the ideal tools to use
  • Basic boundweave patterns to help you get to weaving quickly
  • How to add height to your blocks and designs
  • Ways to play with color
  • Finishing techniques to create a nice-looking finished edge

An Introduction from Instructor Tom Knisely

Boundweave has been around for centuries and offers unique patterning possibilities. Once you have the foundation, you can use your favorite twills to weave colorful and geometric designs that are perfect for rugs and household items. Thanks to Tom’s easy-to-follow process, learning a new technique has never been easier. Let your imagination run wild as you go on this boundweave journey.

Materials and equipment:

  • A loom with 4 shafts (Tom demonstrates on a jack loom, but we’ve also included a tie-up for countermarch looms)
  • Large boat shuttles, rug shuttles, or ski shuttles
  • Rug temple (optional but recommended)

Included in the course:

  • 13 detailed instructional videos, totaling 90 minutes of video
  • Sampler Drafts and WIFs
  • Tie-up for countermarch looms

Instructor

Tom Knisely

Tom Knisely has been teaching handweaving for more than forty years. In addition to teaching, Tom weaves professionally and is a frequent contributor to Handwoven magazine. Voted Handwoven Teacher of the Year, Tom is renowned among his weaving students for his kindness, good humor, and seemingly infinite knowledge on the subject of weaving. He teaches at the beautiful Red Stone Glen Fiber Arts Center in York Haven, Pennsylvania.

Reviews

Easy to follow but packed with useful info

“Tom's language and pace of delivery is spot on - not overdoing any aspect of the weaving but allowing time to get key points to "soak in". The presentation is full of useful little hints to make the weaving process smoother. I liked the way he showed us how to get neat selvedges, neat hems, neat joins to make your work not only be sturdier but look professional.” - Melissa Aldenhoven

Bounding with Excitement

“Loved this video! I am really excited to try my first boundweave. Tom made this really understandable and gave me the confidence to get started.” - Kris Benner

Wonderful

“I am fairly new to weaving, and I am always excited to see what new items I can make on my loom. You taught me some new tricks and tips that I can use with all my weaving projects.” - Janet Osborne

Course Curriculum

    1. Welcome!

      FREE PREVIEW
    2. Meet Your Instructor

    3. Technical Support

    1. Materials for Boundweave Designs

    2. Equipment for Boundweave

    3. Key Points

    1. Drafts and Inspirations for Boundweave

    2. Key Points

    1. Weaving Tips

    2. Key Points

    1. Treadling on Opposites for Headers and Dividers

    2. Key Points

About this course

  • $39.99
  • 27 lessons
  • 1.5 hours of video content