my son made me a loom today! I have it warped. I'm so excited to try my hand at this. I want to thank you so very much for your videos. These are what I am going by. Your work is so beautiful. Thank again for sharing your gift with me.
That's so cool your son made you a loom. You are welcome for the videos. I loved twining so much I wanted everyone else to be able to do it. But watch out it is addicting! (If you have any questions just ask.)
My 5yo son saw a picture of a loom and wanted to know what it was and how it worked, so I described it, then supplemented with videos. We found yours, and he's so fascinated with the process, and the idea of creating something useful that did not exist before you started, that I'm going to try DIYing a twining loom, and we'll start a little project together - with help from your videos! Never doubt for a single second that you are adding to a vital, global archive of skills and arts that will be carried forward by young people. Thank you so much for sharing. :)
Thanks... what a relief! I will post a picture. I have learnt a lot just by doing it. I'm nearly done. Already planning on the next one! My arms wear out fast with my age so I make my strips sort of short and that seems easier on my arms. Where I've added different colors on new rows are something I see that needs some fine tuning but for my 1st rug and only your videos to go by its fantastic to me! I'm just so grateful that you shared your talent.
Hi, Patty, I'm not sure which video has that info. I'll have to think about that. Maybe video three. Or the one that has it in more detail. But to answer your question: When you come to the side of the loom at the end of your row you have your two strips of the weft. One weft piece has come from the back and one from the front. If you just came from the back with a weft then go around the front of the metal rod and that warp to the back and up between that warp and the next one. Followed by the next weft which would go behind the rod and warp to the front and ready to go under the next warp working toward the other side on the next row. If you have just come from from the front go around the back with that weft and follow with the next weft twining over the front. It seems so wordy to explain. Let me know if this has helped. Just to let you know sometimes if I get confused at twining...and yes I get confused with it especially if I'm tired or multitasking then I have to walk away for a few minutes. Take a couple deep breathes and clear my head. Then I can see things more clearly. Relax and enjoy twining. And if you make a mistake it may be the thing that allows you to understand the whole process. One of those ah-ha moments. Let me know and take care, Jan
I love your videos, and practicing on a homemade loom til I can afford one of yours. I'm having most issues with strings /frayed edges showing even though I tore with the grain. Thanks again for the help!
Hi, Linda, Glad to read your note. Twiners using their own looms was my original intention when I put the videos up. LibbyLuLa Looms came from frequent requests. A blessing in disguise. I'm not sure which video it is on but I fold my sides in and under as I'm twining. I talk about and do the folding under quickly in video 2 @ 1:14 minutes and at @ 2:14 minutes in video 3. I do use my hemostats to keep things folded when I get in tight spots. I just clamp down on the folded strip and push or pull it through as needed. My husband feels cutting the strips with a cutting wheel helps with less strings. I'm not so sure. I hope this will help. I want everyone to enjoy twining and pass this craft on to others. Thank you for your comment. Twine On! Jan
15minoflame I couldn't find any videos that showed the details of twining so we decided to make them. I thought there had to be others looking for answers about twining. So glad you found the videos helpful. Just to let you know...once you start twining is addicting! Jan
The pegs for warp are at 1" centers. I rip my strips at approximately 2" wide. I didn't do a video of the warping but I started with a picture tutorial on my blog. I have a blog where I started a picture tutorial. LibbyLuLa: Country Arts and Crafts Handmade. I have baskets of my ripped materials on there.
I am finding that as I go on, I am getting a better feel for the turning of fabric in and having a smoother effect. I always work too tight and "frantic" Too much mind :-) Enjoying listening to music and audio books as i work. I'm exploring weaving as my hands are aching with too much knitting . . . again, thank you for you knowledge :-):-)
Yes, knitting uses the same movements of two fingers and is hard on those two fingers and thumbs. And your arms have to be held up. Twining gets several movements back and forth and doesn't hurt one specific spot. I watch British TV or listen to music. And I can do a few rows as I pass by while cooking or doing laundry. I have my twining centrally located to everything I do. And you are very welcome. I love questions.
iamauntmeem - I would like to send you a picture of my work in progress, as I'm not happy with my weft showing through. Thinking it's because of the spacing of my nails with the thickness of strips, but not sure. ( The weave is definitely snug.) Not sure how to send the pic via RUclips.
Hi, Elaine, On our video number 3(at the very beginning of the video), I show how to change colors to go from a blue striped material to a tan material, I have already done it to the first strip and then show how to do it to the other strip so the next two rows will be tan. Basically, I cut the strip at about the same length as it would use to go to the end of that row, say 3" or so and add the new color there so that once you have gone around the rod and its warp strip the new color is started. If you make an error of 1/2" or so it won't be that visible once the rug is on the floor. After all, it's a rag rug. Check it out and let me know. I made a lot of mistakes in the beginning but sometimes the mistakes are serendipitous! Twining is addicting! Jan
Hi I learned to twine from this video, but I was wondering why you don't cut your strip shorter when you come to an end. to avoid having a knot right at the end. I trim mine and it seems to be easier than trying to get that knot around the end. Thanks
+Hathorspirit Thank you for your comment and question. Regarding the ends: I leave the strips longer so I can tie a tight knot, then I trim the excess off or pull it up through the rug to keep the ends secure from unraveling. I do this when I'm changing colors to keep the transition to another color clean and closer to the end. I let the feel of the rug dictate how long I let the ends. I usually have one side look more rustic with the ends sticking out and the other side more finished so I can decide what look I want when I place the rug on the floor. I hope I have answered your question. Just remember this is your rug and you can let your own creativity decide how you want it to look. Keep twining, it is addicting! Jan
Hi there. I am loving this twining! My question is all of my rows look good but all of the stitches are going in the same direction. I guess what I mean is two rows together do not look like a braid rather they go the same way. Please tell me this is going to be OK! Cause I'm a nut and have it half way done already! Its so beautiful for my 1st rug! Thanks Carol
Your rug will be just fine. As long as you have started by going through the tied loop at the very first and last loops. Sounds like you are doing same pitch twining. At the end of the first row depending on which weft strand you use first it will pitch right, left or counter wised. Just keep doing what you are doing. We'd love to see a picture of your rug when it's done. Twine on!
Need a video with the stripes of fabric contrasting colors. Dark on the loom and light doing the weaving. I only heard over and under repeatedly but could never see what was over and under because everything is cream colored
Lisa, All of my videos seem to be with the same colors because I like solid stripes. I am working on a row of my current rug that has mixed colors. I'll ask my camera guy to film this. And put it up asap. Thanks for your input. No one has mentioned this before! Jan @ LibbyLuLa
Hi, Lisa, I've put a new video on a "closer detail of twining" and it has three colors to see the difference! It's on a bright multi-colored rug. I hope it's better to see the different of the warp and wefts. Thank you, Jan @ LibbyLuLa
Hi, How do you clean your rugs? I machine washed and dried my first rug. It is still usable, but we are glad that it was for the laundry room where no one will see it. :-(
Hi, My LibbyLuLa loom will arrive today, no doubt I'll be watching your videos again in the upcoming days! If I may, 2 quick questions for you: how visible is the warp if the twining is tight and done properly? and regarding the weft (I'll make the largest size) approximately how far does a sheet go, or how many are needed (I have access to LOTS of sheets and am thinking to dye some but that's another story) I've already shredded plenty and am itching to get started :) Thanks in advance for any advice, Alicia
When you are done twining your rug the only place you will see the warp is at the end loops. And that's where I add fringes. I always use the material I don't want to see for the warp. It takes approximately 1 set of queen sheets (with pillow cases) and one set of kitchen curtains to do a rug. It varies on the thickness of the actual sheets. If I use microfiber sheets it takes a lot more material as opposed to flannel sheets they fill up a rug much faster! Thank you for your questions and let me know if you have any more. Enjoy twining, it is very rewarding and takes your mind of other things! By the way I see you have a puppy...our name LibbyLuLa was one of our puppies! Jan
iamauntmeem Thanks for your prompt reply! The loom has arrived and I will be embarking on my newest project shortly...I suspect I'll have more questions to come soon as well. With luck, I'll be able to post a pic of my 2 (totally adorable) Labs on my first rug soon. Best regards, Alicia (or "Auntie" as I'm know in my family) :)
Hello, I bought your loom over a year ago and I am loving twinning. I was wondering if you have ever used rope for the warp and if so what kind did you use and did you like the look of it? Thank you
Anita, I have not tried rope as warp. I was considering twine but it may rot. It depends on the rope and the material you use. There really no rules, just try what you want and if it works, great. If not you will know fairly soon and chuck it! I hope I've answered your question. If you try rope let me know. Have a great weekend, Jan
Great tutorials, we appreciate your videos very much and have learned a lot! We're practicing on a small trivet sized loom before getting one of your big adjustable looms and I'm a little confused when you wrap around the side bars to start weaving back in the opposite direction. Do we wrap each warp strand in opposite directions just around the bar, or do we go around the fabric edge and then the bar ? I've watched the videos and couldn't tell by your hands. So far my edges look nothing like yours. Mine are pretty lumpy and I think I am I missing something :) Thanks a bunch!
Momcat6 , Thank you so much I'm glad you have found the videos helpful. When twining around the rods/bars at the sides: What ever strand of material is the next to weave goes over the last woven strand and then wraps around both the rod and the warped strip, treating the two as one. The rod keeps the woven item straight so it doesn't 'hourglass' in the middle. Then you come up from behind the rod and warped strip to continue through the next row twining back toward the other side. I hope this has helped explain the process. If not please let me know and we'll work this through. Just be forewarned: twining is addicting! Jan
iamauntmeem Thanks so much! On several rows I think I twisted and went between the last warp strand and the bar. Whoops! So now I'm guessing that will just untwist and look lumpier than the rest. ;) Good to know and I'll learn from my mistakes! So the next question- are your looms listed on both E*sy and E*ay?
Momcat6 Sounds like you are getting the 'hang of it'. Keep in mind I'm here if you need help. Yes, we are always on Etsy and on our website: LibbyLuLa.com and usually on ebay. Thanks, Jan
Hi I am new to this and just saw your video. Evidently I've been doing the sides wrong. I only went around the post with one strip, not both!! Do you think it will be ok? I would hate to have to take it all off!! Thank you for any help you can give!!
I have two large bags of t shirts. I have seen rugs crocheted with t shirt yarn. Would it work to use t shirts in this method? Just wondering with the stretch of the material if it wold work.
Yes, you can use t shirts. Just rip or cut along the bottom to get long enough pieces. You can slit knot them or tie a small tight knot. When you weave/twine do so at a 'regular' tension so your rug won't 'pull' pull in at the center when you take it off the loom.
Thank you. So far I have cut a bunch straight across and have loops. Was thinking of streching them to get the elastic out. Thank you for your answer. Just what I need to know and right in time!
Hi, Joanne, No, we do not have a video on how to make a loom. The rods are to keep the rug/item you are twining from "hour-glassing". That's so the center of the item isn't smaller, in width, than the ends. Thank you for your questions. I think there is a video on making a simple twining loom on RUclips. Do a search for making a twining loom. Have a lovely sunny day, Jan
I never tried that. If you do let me know how it turns out. There really aren't any rules for the material. (I rip my strips along the material weave so it's stronger and more stable.) I try something, if it works it's good. If not I tear it out and try something new. Thanks for your great question.
I have cut my strips with a pinking rotary blade and the pinks do shed a bit while weaving. When washed there are still frayed edges on the rug. Hope this helps.
Hi ikantdanz, Yes, I do each 'end' and work toward the center. I do for three reasons. One, it would be difficult to end the rug against the pins/pegs and get the right tension. Two, the rug is more durable when you leave longer end pieces to weave in different directions through the body of the rug. Third because it's easier for me to develop a pattern with the rag balls I have at hand. I weave from the top down. I weave standing, sitting on a stool and, also, on the floor if necessary. I would just start the twining and adjust to what was comfortable for you. Good luck at your endeavor, hope I have helped. If not let me know. Thank you for your question, Jan @ LibbyLuLa
Hi, Lorene, Yes, as you can see just before I turn the corner on this video I wrap the pink weft strip into three sections so both on the raw edges are under the strip and against the warp. I usually do a finger 'iron' down a few inches to keep it that way. Some materials stay finger 'ironed' some don't. You don't have to do that if you want a raggedy rag rug. I just automatically do it. The rugs look more 'finished' that way. Let me know if you have any other questions. Jan
+CATHY ARCHER I'm glad you find them useful. It can be confusing when first learning and even while twining the first rug. If you make a mistake just rip it out and try again. Once I started twining I can't stop, it's addicting but productive.
Thank you for making these videos. Your work is beautiful! I'd like to make my rug with vertical stripes. Is there any way to weave vertical stripes on a loom that's in "portrait" orientation, to use a Word term? Could I weave each color over 5 or 6 warp strands (depending on the width of the stripe)going down and then somehow connect the stripes? Or would I have to change colors after every stripe section on each row? Or would I just need a loom that is in "landscape" orientation to begin with? Thank you.
Hi, Fadila Allouch, I had a loom owner that made a Navajo like rug by weaving other colors through out her rug in a diagonal pattern. I tried to locate the photo on my RUclips page but youtube is having a problem today. She kept the individual colored strips attached and added the color at that part of the rug. That way the loop(s) twined at that spot were the particular color.This way the color runs down the length of the rug in a long stripe. You could make the stripe as thick as you desired. 1 , 2, 5 or how ever many twined stitches you need to get the look you are going for. (you would have to twine the last stitch going across with the first strip of the other color to keep the stitches together. The same on the other side of the stripe.) Thank you for your wonderful question! If you don't mind, send a picture when it's done. Jan
Thank you for taking the time to reply; however, since I am a complete novice at this, I wasn't able to follow your instructions. I don't understand how to transition from one color to the next. So, for example, if I wanted to make red and white stripes 10 warp strands wide, I would start in the upper right corner with two red wefts(?) and twine over 10 warp strands. Now I want to start the white stripe. How do I attach the two white wefts at this point? You said something about leaving the strips attached so would I leave the two red wefts hanging and knot or sew the white ones to them at that point and twine over 10 warp strands and do the same on the other side of the white stripe with two red wefts? Then, when I returned to the point where the red wefts were left hanging, do I drop the white ones and twine with the red ones? But now I would have two red and two white wefts meeting at this point. How do I twine with four wefts, and one set not even on the same row as the other. LOL! That's a lot to take in...I think a video of you showing this technique would be perfect right about now *wink, wink*! Thank you for your help!
Hi, Fadila, Yes, you would do your red wefts and when you wanted to transition to white do one red with one white as you start the white stripe. The next weft you would do two whites letting the reds go until you come back to them in the next row across. I will add this to my new videos list! let me know if you have more questions. I'll be here. Jan
Hi Jeri, Frankly I've never twined a rug without the side bars. I twine tightly so was afraid it would pull into the center. I've done wall hangings that weren't for heavy use and washable in a machine. I think that if you would twine in a looser fashion it should be okay. You must, also, keep in mind the material you use and if it's pre-washed and/or washable. (ie. cotton shrinks and would tend to 'hourglass'. You could try it and adjust your tension as you see fit. Doubling the warp on the ends may help. I hope I have helped. Let me know how it works out. Jan @ LibbyLuLa
First of all I tighten my warp at least 3 times before I start twining the weft. You want a nice taut warp, with a nice bounce back when you pat it with an open hand. If your warp gets loose while twining you can pull it tight again with a set of hemostats/tweezers/ your fingers or a crochet hook at the body and, also, at the top and bottom pegs. Start at one end and work through to where it is tight again or to the end. It may take some working at it and patience while pulling it through the weft. Let me know if that has helped. Jan
iamauntmeem thank you for getting back to me so soon. I’ll let you know what happens. I’m using tee shirt yarn, so it’s stretchy. It was pretty taught when I started, but on one side it seems to be loose now. I’ll let you know. Thanks
Hi, Ev, It depends on what I am using to make the rug. I started twining using old jeans and the good material of old sheets. I would do half of the material in stripes on one side and turn to the other side to do the same pattern on the other side. Or do large patches of different colors and try to balance it out on both sides so it looked aesthetically pleasing. There really is no correct way. Loom owners have have sent me pictures of rugs they have made that have blown me away. The color combinations are limitless! It's your choice, do what you want. But I'm here to answer any questions. Jan
My mom who is watching she not very good in engish because she learn It 35 years old and didnt use it much but she said it is wonderful work and explain she understand u with out under stand what u saying just by watching u She saying just keep going from success to success
Hi, Monelle, We had so many requests for my loom we have been selling them for years at : /176972544/loom-adjustable-twining-loom-for-rugs?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=Adjustable%20twining%20loom&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&bes=1 It is in our Etsy shop LibbyLuLa. You can, also, find it @ libbylula.com Thank you for your interest and you question, Jan
Hi, Monelle. That long link isn't working. If you google Etsy, then look up: adjustable twining loom that loom will come up as a bestseller in the group. Sorry about that link. Jan
A majority of my strips are cotton or cotton blends. My family and friends give me their old sheets and jeans. I rip the strips along the long edge of the material. Remember to use all prewashed material together so when you wash the rug/item it doesn't shrink at different rates along the rug.
+Angie Maubach , Hi, Angie. The first video is: How to warp a loom. At the end of this video I tell you which video to go to next. If you have any questions let me know, I'm here to help. Jan
+iamauntmeem Hi again, I guess im trying to figure out why your fabric has a nice finished look. I need to figure out how to start the rug, with out all the gathering. Thanks
Hi, Angie, I pull the warp tight and even when I've finished I go back and tighten the warp before I start twining. To start the rug do you mean the very beginning of the warping or beginning to twine in the first loop at the upper right hand corner?
Thank you for sharing your videos, I make art veavings using this same technique as well as rag rugs. I've woven pictorials of mermaids and sailboats, Collectors hang these on their walls. It takes a bit of thought, but it is possible to make designs and pictures. www.fb.com/KatoCharlesArt
+debbie holmes , Hi, Debbie, My loom is a LibbyLuLa Loom. You can get more info and purchase one if you'd like at wwwlibbylula.com. Thank you for watching the videos I thought others might have left over material and old sheets and jeans they would like to make rugs from. Jan
my son made me a loom today! I have it warped. I'm so excited to try my hand at this. I want to thank you so very much for your videos. These are what I am going by. Your work is so beautiful. Thank again for sharing your gift with me.
That's so cool your son made you a loom. You are welcome for the videos. I loved twining so much I wanted everyone else to be able to do it. But watch out it is addicting! (If you have any questions just ask.)
My 5yo son saw a picture of a loom and wanted to know what it was and how it worked, so I described it, then supplemented with videos. We found yours, and he's so fascinated with the process, and the idea of creating something useful that did not exist before you started, that I'm going to try DIYing a twining loom, and we'll start a little project together - with help from your videos! Never doubt for a single second that you are adding to a vital, global archive of skills and arts that will be carried forward by young people. Thank you so much for sharing. :)
Thanks... what a relief! I will post a picture. I have learnt a lot just by doing it. I'm nearly done. Already planning on the next one! My arms wear out fast with my age so I make my strips sort of short and that seems easier on my arms. Where I've added different colors on new rows are something I see that needs some fine tuning but for my 1st rug and only your videos to go by its fantastic to me! I'm just so grateful that you shared your talent.
You are welcome. Keep twining!
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Love your video on making rag rugs!! Very clear and easy to follow. I am going to give it a try. Thanks !
angie g go for it. If you have any questions just ask.
Hi, Patty,
I'm not sure which video has that info. I'll have to think about that. Maybe video three. Or the one that has it in more detail. But to answer your question:
When you come to the side of the loom at the end of your row you have your two strips of the weft. One weft piece has come from the back and one from the front. If you just came from the back with a weft then go around the front of the metal rod and that warp to the back and up between that warp and the next one. Followed by the next weft which would go behind the rod and warp to the front and ready to go under the next warp working toward the other side on the next row.
If you have just come from from the front go around the back with that weft and follow with the next weft twining over the front.
It seems so wordy to explain. Let me know if this has helped.
Just to let you know sometimes if I get confused at twining...and yes I get confused with it especially if I'm tired or multitasking then I have to walk away for a few minutes. Take a couple deep breathes and clear my head. Then I can see things more clearly. Relax and enjoy twining. And if you make a mistake it may be the thing that allows you to understand the whole process. One of those ah-ha moments.
Let me know and take care,
Jan
Awesome video! Thank you for making and sharing it!
If you have any questions let me know.
Awesome work! Thank you so much for your beautiful in depth but easy to follow videos! You are so talented!
Glad to hear, thank you!
Beautiful work. Great color scheme
Thank you!
I love your videos, and practicing on a homemade loom til I can afford one of yours.
I'm having most issues with strings /frayed edges showing even though I tore with the grain.
Thanks again for the help!
Hi, Linda,
Glad to read your note. Twiners using their own looms was my original intention when I put the videos up. LibbyLuLa Looms came from frequent requests. A blessing in disguise.
I'm not sure which video it is on but I fold my sides in and under as I'm twining. I talk about and do the folding under quickly in video 2 @ 1:14 minutes and at @ 2:14 minutes in video 3. I do use my hemostats to keep things folded when I get in tight spots. I just clamp down on the folded strip and push or pull it through as needed. My husband feels cutting the strips with a cutting wheel helps with less strings. I'm not so sure.
I hope this will help. I want everyone to enjoy twining and pass this craft on to others.
Thank you for your comment. Twine On!
Jan
Thank you so much for doing this !!!!!!!! I needed to know how to twin
15minoflame I couldn't find any videos that showed the details of twining so we decided to make them. I thought there had to be others looking for answers about twining. So glad you found the videos helpful. Just to let you know...once you start twining is addicting! Jan
Your twining is much finer than other videos I have seen. What is your spacing for the warp, and how wide are your weaving strips?
The pegs for warp are at 1" centers. I rip my strips at approximately 2" wide. I didn't do a video of the warping but I started with a picture tutorial on my blog. I have a blog where I started a picture tutorial. LibbyLuLa: Country Arts and Crafts Handmade. I have baskets of my ripped materials on there.
I am finding that as I go on, I am getting a better feel for the turning of fabric in and having a smoother effect. I always work too tight and "frantic" Too much mind :-) Enjoying listening to music and audio books as
i work.
I'm exploring weaving as my hands are aching with too much knitting . . . again, thank you for you knowledge :-):-)
Yes, knitting uses the same movements of two fingers and is hard on those two fingers and thumbs. And your arms have to be held up. Twining gets several movements back and forth and doesn't hurt one specific spot. I watch British TV or listen to music. And I can do a few rows as I pass by while cooking or doing laundry. I have my twining centrally located to everything I do.
And you are very welcome. I love questions.
iamauntmeem - I would like to send you a picture of my work in progress, as I'm not happy with my weft showing through. Thinking it's because of the spacing of my nails with the thickness of strips, but not sure. ( The weave is definitely snug.) Not sure how to send the pic via RUclips.
Hi, Linda,
Send us an email at kayhartn@gmail.com and attach the picture there.
I'll check it out and let you know.
Jan
Thank you very much! This was a great tutorial.
Thank you very much for sharing this video
You are welcome. If you have any questions let me know!
Thank you! My husband made it out of maple wood.
you guys should sell them! You would find some buyers!
Please show how to change colors evenly on the rows. Trying to make a strip rug.
Hi, Elaine,
On our video number 3(at the very beginning of the video), I show how to change colors to go from a blue striped material to a tan material, I have already done it to the first strip and then show how to do it to the other strip so the next two rows will be tan.
Basically, I cut the strip at about the same length as it would use to go to the end of that row, say 3" or so and add the new color there so that once you have gone around the rod and its warp strip the new color is started.
If you make an error of 1/2" or so it won't be that visible once the rug is on the floor. After all, it's a rag rug.
Check it out and let me know. I made a lot of mistakes in the beginning but sometimes the mistakes are serendipitous!
Twining is addicting!
Jan
Hi I learned to twine from this video, but I was wondering why you don't cut your strip shorter when you come to an end. to avoid having a knot right at the end. I trim mine and it seems to be easier than trying to get that knot around the end.
Thanks
+Hathorspirit Thank you for your comment and question. Regarding the ends: I leave the strips longer so I can tie a tight knot, then I trim the excess off or pull it up through the rug to keep the ends secure from unraveling. I do this when I'm changing colors to keep the transition to another color clean and closer to the end.
I let the feel of the rug dictate how long I let the ends. I usually have one side look more rustic with the ends sticking out and the other side more finished so I can decide what look I want when I place the rug on the floor.
I hope I have answered your question.
Just remember this is your rug and you can let your own creativity decide how you want it to look. Keep twining, it is addicting!
Jan
Hi there. I am loving this twining! My question is all of my rows look good but all of the stitches are going in the same direction. I guess what I mean is two rows together do not look like a braid rather they go the same way. Please tell me this is going to be OK! Cause I'm a nut and have it half way done already! Its so beautiful for my 1st rug! Thanks Carol
Your rug will be just fine. As long as you have started by going through the tied loop at the very first and last loops.
Sounds like you are doing same pitch twining. At the end of the first row depending on which weft strand you use first it will pitch right, left or counter wised. Just keep doing what you are doing.
We'd love to see a picture of your rug when it's done. Twine on!
I really like your loom. Did you make it or buy it?
Need a video with the stripes of fabric contrasting colors. Dark on the loom and light doing the weaving. I only heard over and under repeatedly but could never see what was over and under because everything is cream colored
Lisa,
All of my videos seem to be with the same colors because I like solid stripes. I am working on a row of my current rug that has mixed colors. I'll ask my camera guy to film this. And put it up asap. Thanks for your input. No one has mentioned this before!
Jan @ LibbyLuLa
Hi, Lisa,
I've put a new video on a "closer detail of twining" and it has three colors to see the difference! It's on a bright multi-colored rug.
I hope it's better to see the different of the warp and wefts.
Thank you,
Jan @ LibbyLuLa
Hi, How do you clean your rugs? I machine washed and dried my first rug. It is still usable, but we are glad that it was for the laundry room where no one will see it. :-(
Hi Jan,
I am not discouraged in the least and have already started a new rug. This time it is being twined tightly! Will let you know this one washes.
Hi, My LibbyLuLa loom will arrive today, no doubt I'll be watching your videos again in the upcoming days! If I may, 2 quick questions for you: how visible is the warp if the twining is tight and done properly? and regarding the weft (I'll make the largest size) approximately how far does a sheet go, or how many are needed (I have access to LOTS of sheets and am thinking to dye some but that's another story) I've already shredded plenty and am itching to get started :) Thanks in advance for any advice, Alicia
When you are done twining your rug the only place you will see the warp is at the end loops. And that's where I add fringes. I always use the material I don't want to see for the warp.
It takes approximately 1 set of queen sheets (with pillow cases) and one set of kitchen curtains to do a rug. It varies on the thickness of the actual sheets. If I use microfiber sheets it takes a lot more material as opposed to flannel sheets they fill up a rug much faster!
Thank you for your questions and let me know if you have any more. Enjoy twining, it is very rewarding and takes your mind of other things!
By the way I see you have a puppy...our name LibbyLuLa was one of our puppies!
Jan
iamauntmeem
Thanks for your prompt reply! The loom has arrived and I will be embarking on my newest project shortly...I suspect I'll have more questions to come soon as well. With luck, I'll be able to post a pic of my 2 (totally adorable) Labs on my first rug soon. Best regards, Alicia (or "Auntie" as I'm know in my family) :)
Alicia Bradford I'm looking forward to it.
Hello, I bought your loom over a year ago and I am loving twinning. I was wondering if you have ever used rope for the warp and if so what kind did you use and did you like the look of it? Thank you
Anita, I have not tried rope as warp. I was considering twine but it may rot. It depends on the rope and the material you use. There really no rules, just try what you want and if it works, great. If not you will know fairly soon and chuck it! I hope I've answered your question. If you try rope let me know.
Have a great weekend,
Jan
Great tutorials, we appreciate your videos very much and have learned a lot! We're practicing on a small trivet sized loom before getting one of your big adjustable looms and I'm a little confused when you wrap around the side bars to start weaving back in the opposite direction. Do we wrap each warp strand in opposite directions just around the bar, or do we go around the fabric edge and then the bar ? I've watched the videos and couldn't tell by your hands. So far my edges look nothing like yours. Mine are pretty lumpy and I think I am I missing something :) Thanks a bunch!
Momcat6 ,
Thank you so much I'm glad you have found the videos helpful.
When twining around the rods/bars at the sides: What ever strand of material is the next to weave goes over the last woven strand and then wraps around both the rod and the warped strip, treating the two as one. The rod keeps the woven item straight so it doesn't 'hourglass' in the middle. Then you come up from behind the rod and warped strip to continue through the next row twining back toward the other side.
I hope this has helped explain the process. If not please let me know and we'll work this through. Just be forewarned: twining is addicting!
Jan
iamauntmeem Thanks so much! On several rows I think I twisted and went between the last warp strand and the bar. Whoops! So now I'm guessing that will just untwist and look lumpier than the rest. ;) Good to know and I'll learn from my mistakes! So the next question- are your looms listed on both E*sy and E*ay?
Momcat6 Sounds like you are getting the 'hang of it'. Keep in mind I'm here if you need help.
Yes, we are always on Etsy and on our website: LibbyLuLa.com and usually on ebay.
Thanks,
Jan
Hi I am new to this and just saw your video. Evidently I've been doing the sides wrong. I only went around the post with one strip, not both!! Do you think it will be ok? I would hate to have to take it all off!! Thank you for any help you can give!!
I have two large bags of t shirts. I have seen rugs crocheted with t shirt yarn. Would it work to use t shirts in this method? Just wondering with the stretch of the material if it wold work.
Yes, you can use t shirts. Just rip or cut along the bottom to get long enough pieces. You can slit knot them or tie a small tight knot. When you weave/twine do so at a 'regular' tension so your rug won't 'pull' pull in at the center when you take it off the loom.
Thank you. So far I have cut a bunch straight across and have loops. Was thinking of streching them to get the elastic out. Thank you for your answer. Just what I need to know and right in time!
Hi I was wandering if you have tutorial on how to make the frame for it and can you tell me what the metal pole is for on it at the end
Hi, Joanne,
No, we do not have a video on how to make a loom. The rods are to keep the rug/item you are twining from "hour-glassing". That's so the center of the item isn't smaller, in width, than the ends. Thank you for your questions.
I think there is a video on making a simple twining loom on RUclips. Do a search for making a twining loom.
Have a lovely sunny day,
Jan
I know it would take more time but if you cut the strips with pinking shears would you have edges that don't fray ?
I never tried that. If you do let me know how it turns out. There really aren't any rules for the material. (I rip my strips along the material weave so it's stronger and more stable.) I try something, if it works it's good. If not I tear it out and try something new. Thanks for your great question.
I have cut my strips with a pinking rotary blade and the pinks do shed a bit while weaving. When washed there are still frayed edges on the rug. Hope this helps.
I see you wove a section at the bottom, too. Do you flip your loom over and weave downward, or do you weave from the bottom up?
Hi ikantdanz,
Yes, I do each 'end' and work toward the center. I do for three reasons. One, it would be difficult to end the rug against the pins/pegs and get the right tension. Two, the rug is more durable when you leave longer end pieces to weave in different directions through the body of the rug. Third because it's easier for me to develop a pattern with the rag balls I have at hand.
I weave from the top down. I weave standing, sitting on a stool and, also, on the floor if necessary.
I would just start the twining and adjust to what was comfortable for you.
Good luck at your endeavor, hope I have helped. If not let me know.
Thank you for your question,
Jan @ LibbyLuLa
iamauntmeem
Thank you, Jan. That is very helpful. I enjoyed watching your videos. They are very helpful.
You are welcome!
hi love ur video of weaving but I would like to know where did u get ur loom from I would like to get one thank and the cost.
Are you actually turning both of the strips to the inside, so no edges are left out?
Hi, Lorene,
Yes, as you can see just before I turn the corner on this video I wrap the pink weft strip into three sections so both on the raw edges are under the strip and against the warp. I usually do a finger 'iron' down a few inches to keep it that way. Some materials stay finger 'ironed' some don't. You don't have to do that if you want a raggedy rag rug. I just automatically do it. The rugs look more 'finished' that way.
Let me know if you have any other questions.
Jan
THANK YOU...BEAUTIFUL...I KEPT REPLAYING CERTAIN SPOTS TO UNDERSTAND THE TWINEING...GUESS IM A SLOW COMPREHENDER...UGH!!!!
+CATHY ARCHER I'm glad you find them useful. It can be confusing when first learning and even while twining the first rug. If you make a mistake just rip it out and try again. Once I started twining I can't stop, it's addicting but productive.
Thank you for making these videos. Your work is beautiful! I'd like to make my rug with vertical stripes. Is there any way to weave vertical stripes on a loom that's in "portrait" orientation, to use a Word term? Could I weave each color over 5 or 6 warp strands (depending on the width of the stripe)going down and then somehow connect the stripes? Or would I have to change colors after every stripe section on each row? Or would I just need a loom that is in "landscape" orientation to begin with? Thank you.
Hi, Fadila Allouch,
I had a loom owner that made a Navajo like rug by weaving other colors through out her rug in a diagonal pattern. I tried to locate the photo on my RUclips page but youtube is having a problem today. She kept the individual colored strips attached and added the color at that part of the rug. That way the loop(s) twined at that spot were the particular color.This way the color runs down the length of the rug in a long stripe. You could make the stripe as thick as you desired. 1 , 2, 5 or how ever many twined stitches you need to get the look you are going for. (you would have to twine the last stitch going across with the first strip of the other color to keep the stitches together. The same on the other side of the stripe.)
Thank you for your wonderful question!
If you don't mind, send a picture when it's done.
Jan
Thank you for taking the time to reply; however, since I am a complete novice at this, I wasn't able to follow your instructions. I don't understand how to transition from one color to the next. So, for example, if I wanted to make red and white stripes 10 warp strands wide, I would start in the upper right corner with two red wefts(?) and twine over 10 warp strands. Now I want to start the white stripe. How do I attach the two white wefts at this point? You said something about leaving the strips attached so would I leave the two red wefts hanging and knot or sew the white ones to them at that point and twine over 10 warp strands and do the same on the other side of the white stripe with two red wefts? Then, when I returned to the point where the red wefts were left hanging, do I drop the white ones and twine with the red ones? But now I would have two red and two white wefts meeting at this point. How do I twine with four wefts, and one set not even on the same row as the other. LOL! That's a lot to take in...I think a video of you showing this technique would be perfect right about now *wink, wink*! Thank you for your help!
Hi, Fadila,
Yes, you would do your red wefts and when you wanted to transition to white do one red with one white as you start the white stripe. The next weft you would do two whites letting the reds go until you come back to them in the next row across. I will add this to my new videos list! let me know if you have more questions. I'll be here.
Jan
The loom I have doesn't have the side metal bars, can I just the heavy loom thread doubled on each side?
Hi Jeri,
Frankly I've never twined a rug without the side bars. I twine tightly so was afraid it would pull into the center. I've done wall hangings that weren't for heavy use and washable in a machine. I think that if you would twine in a looser fashion it should be okay. You must, also, keep in mind the material you use and if it's pre-washed and/or washable. (ie. cotton shrinks and would tend to 'hourglass'. You could try it and adjust your tension as you see fit.
Doubling the warp on the ends may help.
I hope I have helped.
Let me know how it works out.
Jan @ LibbyLuLa
Anyone know of a video showing how to make a design in the rug using multiple threads and interlocking them?
What do you do if your warping starts to get loose while your in the middle of your twining project?
First of all I tighten my warp at least 3 times before I start twining the weft. You want a nice taut warp, with a nice bounce back when you pat it with an open hand. If your warp gets loose while twining you can pull it tight again with a set of hemostats/tweezers/ your fingers or a crochet hook at the body and, also, at the top and bottom pegs. Start at one end and work through to where it is tight again or to the end. It may take some working at it and patience while pulling it through the weft.
Let me know if that has helped.
Jan
iamauntmeem thank you for getting back to me so soon. I’ll let you know what happens. I’m using tee shirt yarn, so it’s stretchy. It was pretty taught when I started, but on one side it seems to be loose now. I’ll let you know. Thanks
Magnífico, belíssimo, maravilhoso.
Grazie.
do you work the top & then work the bottom to meet in the middle? thank you - I keep trying to figure that out
Hi, Ev,
It depends on what I am using to make the rug. I started twining using old jeans and the good material of old sheets. I would do half of the material in stripes on one side and turn to the other side to do the same pattern on the other side. Or do large patches of different colors and try to balance it out on both sides so it looked aesthetically pleasing.
There really is no correct way. Loom owners have have sent me pictures of rugs they have made that have blown me away. The color combinations are limitless! It's your choice, do what you want.
But I'm here to answer any questions.
Jan
Thank you sooooo very much - I appreciate your time and quality answer
Eu faco tb. Gosto muito de faze seu tb ta lindo
Thank you.
after i did the first row and coming back i can't catch how to turn and go back each time.I hope iam not confusing any one!
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You are welcome. If you have any questions, please, ask.
My mom who is watching she not very good in engish because she learn It 35 years old and didnt use it much but she said it is wonderful work and explain she understand u with out under stand what u saying just by watching u
She saying just keep going from success to success
Do you know who sells the loom you are using?
Hi, Monelle,
We had so many requests for my loom we have been selling them for years at :
/176972544/loom-adjustable-twining-loom-for-rugs?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=Adjustable%20twining%20loom&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&bes=1
It is in our Etsy shop LibbyLuLa. You can, also, find it @ libbylula.com
Thank you for your interest and you question,
Jan
Hi, Monelle.
That long link isn't working. If you google Etsy, then look up: adjustable twining loom that loom will come up as a bestseller in the group.
Sorry about that link.
Jan
@@iamauntmeem - Thank you so much!
From which store you bought the rug making me trial ?
The loom?
hey my sister thank you so much
+debbie holmes , If you have any questions let me know. Twining rugs with old sheets and jeans is relaxing and rewarding.
São tiras de tecido novos ou usados? E são tecidos de algodão?
A majority of my strips are cotton or cotton blends. My family and friends give me their old sheets and jeans. I rip the strips along the long edge of the material. Remember to use all prewashed material together so when you wash the rug/item it doesn't shrink at different rates along the rug.
Good morning,beautiful,thank you.
You are welcome. If you have any questions let me know.
سلام عالی بود ممنونم .
+zari kazemخواهش میکنم, you are welcome.
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Hi Patty,
I'm looking for your first video. Can you help me out?
Thanks . Angie
+Angie Maubach , Hi, Angie. The first video is: How to warp a loom. At the end of this video I tell you which video to go to next.
If you have any questions let me know, I'm here to help.
Jan
+iamauntmeem Hi again,
I guess im trying to figure out why your fabric has a nice finished look. I need to figure out how to start the rug, with out all the gathering.
Thanks
Hi, Angie,
I pull the warp tight and even when I've finished I go back and tighten the warp before I start twining. To start the rug do you mean the very beginning of the warping or beginning to twine in the first loop at the upper right hand corner?
+iamauntmeem yes i mean the very beginning, i can rag the rug but it just doesnt seem tight and pretty like your.
Thanks
The first video is actually here: ruclips.net/video/ZWQqUsGGphk/видео.html
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Alô darling y love this rag please Helpe me y want this. Please , please please
My rug has undulated.
Hmmm, Not sure what you mean. Are you twining with the same type of material? Is your tension consistent? Could you explain in more detail?
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Yes babe vídeo treme.
Thank you for sharing your videos, I make art veavings using this same technique as well as rag rugs. I've woven pictorials of mermaids and sailboats, Collectors hang these on their walls. It takes a bit of thought, but it is possible to make designs and pictures. www.fb.com/KatoCharlesArt
hi love ur video of weaving but I would like to know where did u get ur loom from I would like to get one thank and the cost.
+debbie holmes , Hi, Debbie, My loom is a LibbyLuLa Loom. You can get more info and purchase one if you'd like at wwwlibbylula.com. Thank you for watching the videos I thought others might have left over material and old sheets and jeans they would like to make rugs from. Jan