Twillin’ on Two Heddles
With Liz Gipson
This program is part of Handwork 2026, presented by Craft in America
Where there’s a twill, there’s a way! In this rigid heddle workshop, learn how to weave twill using two heddles to create a scarf fit for fall.
For many rigid heddle weavers, the jump from one to two heddles may feel daunting; however, through the lens of a 1/2 twill we can break down the process and open up a new world of possibilities.
Unlike a balanced plain weave, 1/2 twill creates a distinct “face” and “back” to your fabric, offering a supple drape and playful color effects.
Designed to demystify the multi-heddle process, this workshop will give you the confidence to move beyond a single heddle.
Appropriate for an adventurous beginner. Students should be comfortable with the direct warping method and have woven a couple of projects using a single heddle.
Two-Day Workshop
Day 1 – Saturday, October 10
Day 2 – Sunday, October 11
Buy, Bring, or Rent A Loom for This Workshop
We offer a good selection of top-quality looms for purchase. Begin your weaving journey with a loom of your own! Contact us for more information
If you already have the appropriate loom, please bring that to the workshop.
We also offer a limited number of looms you can rent on-site during this workshop.
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Loom Rental: 15″ Schacht Cricket Rigid Heddle Loom
Includes 8 dent reed, 2 table clamps, 2 stick shuttles, 1 warping peg. On-site rental during workshop.
1 in stock
Loom Rental: Lojan Flex Rigid Heddle Loom
Includes comes with 7.5 dent reed, 1 table clamp, 2 stick shuttles, 1 warping peg.
The versatile rigid heddle loom for every weaver. Compact, expandable and practical. On-site rental during workshop.
1 in stock
Loom Rental: Kromski Presto Rigid Heddle Loom
Includes 8 dent reed, 2 table clamps, 2 stick shuttles, 1 warping peg.
Compact, modern Rigid Heddle loom with warp helper loop & double heddle block. On-site rental during workshop.
1 in stock
Loom Rental: Kromki Harp Forte Rigid Heddle Loom
Includes 8 dent reed, 2 table clamps, 2 stick shuttles, 1 warping peg, warping pegs, and pick-up stick.
Elegant, heirloom-quality rigid heddle loom made of Alder wood. On-site rental during workshop.
1 in stock
Loom Rental: 16″ Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom
Includes 10 dent reed, 2 stick shuttles, 2 table clamps, 1 threading hook, 1 warping peg. On-site rental during workshop.
1 in stock
- Skill level Beginner +
- Age appropriate 18+
- Materials fee $25 (includes Yarn and Handouts)
- Students should bring
a rigid-heddle loom with at least a 10-inch weaving width and ideally a double heddle block; two 8- or 7.5-dent heddles; pick-up stick at least 10-inch long; loom accessories (threading hook, loom clamps, warping peg, etc.), tape measure, scissors, and embroidery needle.
Instructor
Liz GipsonLiz Gipson is smitten by small looms and big plans. She has happily spent the past couple of decades exploring weaving through her muse, the rigid-heddle loom. Liz loves introducing others to weaving using this versatile, portable, powerful, and accessible loom. She has written four books about rigid-heddle weaving and is working on her fifth. You can learn more about Liz and the rigid-heddle loom at www.yarnworker.com
