Woven Wall Hanging Supplies
Let’s talk about what supplies you need for Woven Wall Hangings!
There are a few basic tools you'll need to get you started on your first Woven Wall Hanging. These include the Loom, a large weaving needle, a comb and a small yarn needle. These tools will be able to be used on many different patterns over and over.
Then you have the thread that you will warp your loom with and the yarn and fibre that will make up the actual Woven Wall Hanging. These are supplies that you'll need to replace as required.
We know how important it is for you all to be able to get your hands on great quality supplies. I’m talking supplies that have been tried and tested by me, and that I know not only are great quality, but will also do the job! That way, you can relax and enjoy the fun part – learning a beautiful new craft!
Great news is that you can get all the supplies you need for this course at our brand new online store, the Clever Poppy Shop! We have searched high and low for the most amazing pure NZ wool, native timber looms and tools, plus wool roving in incredible colours exclusively made for the Clever Poppy Shop. Inside the shop you'll find supply kits for each of the project patterns.. Plus we have a Loom Starter Kit, which you can add on to get sorted with the basics too.
As a student, you'll also get some great discounts - just use your supplied discount code.
Plus, we’ve made the first guide from the Woven Wall Hanging Course available to you all – 301: Beginners Guide. This guide has more info about what supplies we recommend.
We know convenience is key, and that some of you will still need to source your own supplies around the world. So feel free to check out this handy shopping list for the first Woven Wall Hanging pattern – you can save it for quick reference when you’re browsing mountains of craft supplies online or at your local shop.
Although we do ship internationally, we know that some of you will want to shop locally. So we've also included some links to online stores that we know sell fantastic quality weaving supplies, from around the world.
Links:
For more information on stores worldwide which stock the Ashford brand looms and fibre, check out this link: https://www.ashford.co.nz/where-to-buy
There's a handy section below on the different styles of frame looms available so if your undecided check it out.
If you have any more questions, please just get in touch with me so that I can help! Email me at [email protected], or pop me a direct message on Instagram @cleverpoppy.
Happy shopping!
Buying a Frame Loom
The Maker’s Academy Loom
I love this loom! The design is very simple, and I think it’s a really great option for beginners. It’s the loom that features in all my guides and tutorials for the Woven Wall Hanging Course. Plus, we sell this loom in our shop where as a member you will receive VIP prices.
Let me tell you more about it! It’s a beautifully finished loom that’s made locally in New Zealand by Ashford. The loom is made from sustainably sourced native New Zealand Silver Beech hardwood. It has such a such a lovely natural smooth finish. It’s designed to be simple, easy to assemble and a whole lot of fun to use.
The structure of the loom is 4 sides that slot together. It has handy notches along the top and bottom, plus a groove on the outer edge at the top and bottom. All of this really helps with the warping stage. Plus, it compacts down into separate pieces, which means it’s nicely portable (I like how it’s easy to store and take on holidays).
The size of this loom, in terms of the warp, is about 43cm x 25cm.
Would you love to get your hands on this loom too? Head to the member’s shop to check it out. www.cleverpoppyshop.com
Tensioning Frame Loom
Another loom that is available worldwide is this style notched frame loom. It has screws at the top and bottom which allow you to add tension to your warp.
These looms are another great option for beginners. They are usually made of solid timber, so are nice and sturdy.
The design is relatively simple, with the addition of tension screws. The ability to add tension by tightening the screws is quite handy. But I don’t think it’s necessary - my course shows beginner’s how to get great tension without this added design feature. This type of loom sometimes comes with a heddle bar too, which is optional to use.
The design includes strut bars which elevate the warp threads, so that they sit slightly above the frame. This can be quite helpful for ease of weaving. This does however restrict the space in which you can actually make your creation - you can only weave in between the strut bars rather than using the entire space of the frame. Also, the design means you aren’t able to dismantle the loom, which makes it a bit larger for storage and less portable than the Maker’s Academy Loom (described above).
Overall, I think this is a great beginner option.
Other types of frame looms
Lots of weaving supply shops sell their own style of frame loom. These are often laser cut out of wood or acrylic. Take note of the size before you choose, so that you can get as close to the size of the Maker’s Academy loom as possible. And make sure the loom you’re buying is designed for beginners.
DIY Frame Loom
While I would always encourage you to buy one our Maker's Academy Looms, some of you will want to get hands-on and make your own. So I've put together this handy guide for you:
